NOVEMBER 2005

Published by FRIPP ISLAND PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION
FRIPP ISLAND, SC

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TRAWLERLINE (click to go to each)
FIPOA	Island Clubs
Contact Info	Sports
Letters	The Marketplace
In Memoriam	Fripp Resort
Community	Security & Services
Personality	Boating & Fishing

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  FIPOA  

Splinters from the Board

• The POA entered into a contract to replace the pipes under Porpoise Drive at the Fripp Inlet. The total cost for construction is $216,000. Work should be complete in 4 weeks and will start in mid-November. That area of Porpoise Drive will be closed during construction.
• As mentioned elsewhere in this issue, the Board adopted a fine system for mailbox conformity, which will go into effect on January 1, 2006.
• The Off-Island Affairs Committee has created an owners information packet that was approved by the POA Board in October. The binders containing the information will be available for pick up in the POA office in November. Each owner will be allowed one binder free of charge. If you wish to have yours mailed, there will be a charge of $6.50.
• The playground at the Audubon Park is complete and ready for kids to enjoy!
• The annual Beach Sweep was a big success.

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Fripp Island Firefighters

Firefighters were awarded plaques for meritorious conduct in helping swimmers in a riptide off Fripp Island. Chief Horton on the left with Jonathan Ryan, J. T. Pringle, and Raymond Murphy in recognition of their sea rescue on July 7, 2005. Jonathan Ryan operated the Jet-Ski throughout the rescue. A plaque was presented to Dale Hoffbauer of Head Motorsport for providing the personal watercraft used in the rescue.

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Survey Comments & the POA Response

by Kate Hines,
FIPOA General Manager 

CROSSOVERS:
     Survey Comments - "Better clean-up on Rock Beauty crossover."
     "More parking needed at beach access areas."
     "Crossovers need to be better maintained."

This past summer the FIPOA procured and mounted an animal proof trash receptacle at the Rock Beauty beach access to give beachgoers a place to leave their trash. It was so well received that people left too much trash -- including chairs, boogie boards, and even a wagon! In the peak season the debris is removed from the receptacle at least once a day and sometimes twice a day. In the off-season, the trash will be picked up on an as needed basis -- at least weekly.
     Bearing in mind that the Rock Beauty access is the most utilized, the FIPOA created additional parking for 15 cars and 6 golf carts near the Rock Beauty beach access. This new parking area has been very popular.
     The POA owned beach crossovers are inspected and maintained once a month year-round. At the time of monthly inspections, all deteriorated boards and materials are replaced to insure the crossovers are kept in the best possible condition. The crossover panel is currently working on a plan to replace or overhaul one to two crossovers a year. Due to the action of the ocean many of the crossover ramps and stairs are submerged for the majority of the day causing rapid deterioration. If you find a problem at a crossover, please contact Tina Reeves at the FIPOA office 843-838-4155 or on weekends contact the FIPOA Security patrol at 843-838-2334

TRASH COLLECTION & YARD WASTE:
     Survey Comments - "Better trash pick-up."
     "Since we don't need regular garbage services, we need a local place for garbage and lawn debris."
     "Removal of yard waste"
     "How about a co-op yard maintenance program for non-renters?"

Each property owner is responsible for contracting the removal of his or her own trash and yard waste. Dumping on someone else's lot is not allowed.
     There are currently two companies that provide household trash pickup service -- Republic Waste Services (843-524-1485) or Waste Management (843-987-0710). If you choose to do it yourself, there are several drop sites and recycle centers available between Fripp Island and Beaufort. The closest is located on CeCe Road off Coffin Point Road (next to the Shrimp Shack). This site accepts household trash, yard debris and recycled goods.
     Other drop sites include the Saint Helena Convenience center located at 639 Sea Island Pkwy and the drop site located next to the Lady's Island Airport.
     Each of the sites' criteria for accepting recycled goods is different. For more information regarding the disposal of recyclable products call (843) 846-3910.
     Many owners contract with private landscape companies to maintain their yards. If you contact the POA office, you will be directed to some of them, or go to the POA website and click on the local services link for names. http://www.fipoa.org/localservcs.html#lan.
     In April of this year, the FIPOA's Beautification Committee held the first annual "Make a Difference Day." Owners were given the opportunity to help keep our wonderful Island looking its best. Over 42 tons of yard debris was collected, with owners making big piles for the POA's contractor to collect.
     The first "Make a Difference Day" went very well -- in spite of the rain delay -- and many in the community participated. We plan to hold the second "Make a Difference Day" next spring and will publish the date soon

DEER:
     Survey Comments - "Resolve deer population problem ASAP."
     "Do something about the deer!"
     "Eliminate some of the deer."

In 2003, the FIPOA appointed a committee to examine ways to control the deer population on Fripp. Several possibilities were investigated, including culling. The committee found that the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) could provide a form of birth control for the deer that should, over time, reduce the deer population significantly. This type of population control will demand more time to see results. The first phase of the HSUS project went very well. 94 female deer were treated and tagged last winter.
     The injections did not affect the birth rate this year, but those deer that were inoculated will not produce offspring for the next several years. We should see a reduction of births in the spring. Thank you to the property owners who allowed use of their homes to house the HSUS personnel involved in the project last year. We will send out email requests for housing again for this coming winter's control program.

REPAIR SERVICES:
     Survey Comments: - "Names of dependable service companies for repairs, landscaping, etc."
     "Lists of on-island or local people who can do minor repair work or other services with references."
     "Provide a list of people willing to do house checks."

Clearly, many owners wanted a list of local service providers! If you go to the POA website, we have now provided one. http://www.fipoa.org/localservcs.html. The FIPOA neither endorses, nor disapproves of the service providers or services listed. The list of service providers is for informational purposes only.
     The list is compiled of vendors who have purchased an annual decal from the FIPOA and have given permission to post their name and number on the site

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Deer

Under the HSUS project 94 female deer, like the one above, at right, have been inoculated to reduce births. Jessica Harley/Special to The Trawler

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FIPOA Owners Information Packets available at the POA Office

Come to the office at 225 Tarpon Boulevard to pick up your FREE information packet.
     The packet contains useful information about the island including answers to questions such as Where do I go on Fripp?, Lists of local service providers, Rules and Regulations, Committee lists, Clubs and Volunteer Organizations. General Information, POA Bylaws, and much, much more!

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Help us say Thank you to our Security Department

The summer season has certainly made us aware of how fortunate we are to live on Fripp Island.
     Let us take a moment to reflect also on how thankful we should be to have a Security Department to give us all an added sense of protection. Isn't it great to know that help is at hand when assistance is needed?
     What better time to give the Security staff a well-deserved "thank you" than our annual Christmas Fund?
     Please make checks payable to Christmas Fund.
     Mail to: Kay Santoni
     135 Captain John Fripp Villas
     Fripp Island, SC 29920
Sincerest thanks to all.

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FIPOA to enforce Mailbox Regulations beginning Jan. 1

by Kate Hines,
General Manager

Have you driven around the Island recently? Have you noticed how many mailboxes are in really bad shape? Well the POA wants to do something to correct the problem. In September of this year, the FIPOA Board of Directors adopted rules and regulations regarding the appearance of mailboxes on the Island. Essentially, the FIPOA will enforce what the Architectural Review Board guidelines state about mailbox appearance.

History of regulations
     The history behind this implementation is extensive.
     In 2001, the Resort assigned the FIPOA certain rights and obligations pursuant to the Fripp Island Consolidated Covenants. The primary purpose of the covenants was the creation of a community that is aesthetically pleasing and functionally convenient. Part 1, Section 8 of the Consolidated Covenants states it is the responsibility of each owner to prevent the development of any unsightly or unkempt conditions of their property.
     The Fripp Island Property Association Bylaws, Article IV, Section 4 (a) authorizes the Board of Directors to establish, make and enforce compliance with such rules, regulations and policies as may be necessary for the operation and use of all of the property owned by or under the control of the Association. This includes the power to set a fine or other penalty for the violation of such rules, regulations and policies.

ABOVE are photos of what a mailbox should look like, depending on which area of the island you live in. Ocean Creek mailboxes should look like the box on the right.

Effective January 1, 2006 the regulations below will go into effect.
     For Ocean Creek residences, the authority is found in the Ocean Creek Approved ARB Manual Page 10, Section C, Paragraph 7. The regulation states: Mailboxes and posts are to be located on every other lot corner. This mail receptacle consists of one post with two mailboxes painted Charleston Green flat paint, which can be purchased at any hardware or paint store. Mailbox maintenance is the responsibility of the homeowner.
     For Veranda Beach residences, the authority can be found in Deed Book 808, Page 901, Section 3. The regulation states: No mailbox or other structure used as a receptacle for delivery or dispatch of mail, packages, newspapers, periodicals or similar matter shall be constructed, altered, maintained or allowed to remain on any lot within Veranda Beach; rather, the developer shall provide "ganged" or "grouped" (cluster) mailboxes for Veranda Beach lot owners at a designated spot. To obtain keys to cluster mailboxes contact Sandra Fleming at the ARB office, 843-838-1540.
     For all other residences, unless cluster mailboxes are used, the authority can be found in the Fripp Island Consolidated Covenants. The regulation states that mailboxes that are erected or maintained must be the size, color, and type approved by the Architectural Review Board. Page 16 of the current The ARB guidelines explains regulations for mailboxes for these areas.

Owners in subdivisions 1-28 are not required to have mailboxes if they do not receive mail on the island.
     Otherwise they must have a mailbox that is in compliance with our regulations. If you decide to remove your mailbox please make sure that you have your address marked on your house so that emergency vehicles can find you. Also make sure to remove the post along with the box.
     To comply with these rules and regulations, a mailbox must be kept in a proper state of repair and be aesthetically pleasing. A mailbox not in compliance will subject the property owner to fines. The fine system will take effect on January 1, 2006.

ABOVE are three pictures of mailboxes that are not in compliance with regulations.

Fine System
     First Citation: A warning is issued and the property owner must bring the mailbox into compliance within 60 days.
     Second Citation: A fine of $50.00 will be issued to the property owner and the mailbox must be in compliance within 30 days of receipt of second citation.
     Third Citation: A fine of $50.00 will be issued to the property owner and the mailbox must be in compliance within 30 days of receipt of third citation.
     Fourth Citation: A fine of $100.00 will be issued to the property owner and the mailbox must be in compliance within 30 days of receipt of the fourth citation. If no action is taken, the FIPOA will have the mailbox replaced and bill the owner for the full amount.
     Fines not paid will become a lien against the property of the owner, as will the amount for replacing the mailbox. Any citation may be appealed to the Appeals Committee.
     Current costs quoted to the POA are $10 for removal of a mailbox and post if you are not required to have one; $75 for refurbishing a mailbox; and $170 for complete replacement.
     Two gentlemen currently are available for mailbox removal, refurbishment, or replacement. They are Ralph Hormel at (843)838-5567 and Dick Morrison at (843)838-2136.
     If you would like the POA to make the arrangements for you please send an email to fipoa@islc.net. We need your request in writing.
     If you are a do-it-yourselfer, you can get the correct mailbox at Grayco on Sea Island Parkway for $30.00. You can buy paint at either Glidden on Ribaut Road (ask for Fripp Silverado) or Charleston Green. Grayco sells the paint too, but the gray one is called Silverado Gray.
     Remember, this enforcement starts January 1, 2006 so, please help beautify the island by making your mailbox compliant

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Letters to The Editor
THE TRAWLER Founded January 1978 Published by and for the membership of The Fripp Island Property Owners Association. Publishers:  FIPOA Board of Directors Liaison to the Board:  T. Thomas Managing Editor:  Jack Buckley Editorial Committee: Don Aldrich, David Addington, Patty Patek, Sam Ivey, Joy Thomas, John Dayner, Gary Flynn, Phyllis Conrad, Stewart deWitt, Tina Reeves (FIPOA staff), Marilyn Cobb (Off-Island Representative), and Jack Buckley Trawler Deadline for January Issue is November 16th, 2005. If you would like to write to THE TRAWLER, please send your letter to: FIPOA, 225 Tarpon Boulevard,  Fripp Island SC 29920 843-838-4155 FAX 843-838-9072  e-mail  fipoa@islc.net Or, you may send it directly to the Managing Editor, Jack Buckley, 444 Porpoise Drive, Fripp Island, SC 29920 e-mail: porpoise@islc.net Board of Directors 2005 - 2006 T. Thomas - President - President@fipoa.org Tom Hunter - Vice President - VicePresident@fipoa.org Deanna Hormel - Secretary - Secretary@fipoa.org Paul Hummer - Treasurer - Treasurer@fipoa.org Bill Buschur - Bill@fipoa.org Carty Davis - Carty@fipoa.org Bob Young - Bob@fipoa.org Mary Cantley - Mary@fipoa.org Charlie Davis - Cahrlie@fipoa.org Eric Gnau - Eric@fipoa.org Board Meeting Schedule November 12, Saturday, 9 AM December 10, Saturday, 9 AM Meetings begin at 9 a.m. at the POA building. All meetings are open. (This schedule is subject to change). If you are unable to attend the meeting in person, you can obtain the minutes through the web page at http://www.fipoa.org/minutes.html or you may attend by phone: call 888-311-9051, Access Code 56413. FIPOA Web Sites    http://www.fipoa.org - The "Front Page" of the FIPOA website    http://www.fipoa.org/minutes.html - Minutes of the latest FIPOA Board meetings    - HOT NEWS - HOT NEWS - HOT NEWS - Up to the minute issues concerning FIPOA    http://www.fipoa.org/gatepass.html - Gate Pass Email Form    http://www.fipoa.org/govdocs.html - Governing Documents, Rules and Regs, Bylaws    http://www.fipoa.org/locallinks.html - a number of links to other sites such as Beaufort County, the Beaufort Gazette, POU, and Fripp Owners Club	Better than Competitive Pricing Comments    In the September 2005 edition of The Trawler, Fripp Island Resort General Manager, Stuart Mitchell, communicated about a number of issues regarding the FIPOA Survey, which was completed in November 2004.    One of the issues was covered under the heading "Pricing Comments." The paragraph indicated that "a survey was done with surrounding restaurants and clubs, such as Dataw, Dockside, and many others. The Club Advisory Board determined that our prices were "better than competitive."    As Chairman of the Club Advisory Board, and one of the primary persons responsible for the pricing survey, I feel obligated to provide further insight into that survey.     I do stand by the comment "better than competitive" when referring to a comparison of prices between the Bonito Boathouse and Dockside and JCT's. I do stand by the comment "better than competitive" when referring to a comparison of prices between the Beach Club and Dataw, Callawassie, Colleton River, and the South Carolina Yacht Club. Additionally, when eating in our restaurants, our members receive a 10% reduction on their total bill even further supporting these comments.    However, there were no surveys done by the CAB regarding pricing for other FIR restaurants, such as Ocean Point Grille or Sandals at Cabana, and the membership should not assume that these facilities were included in the "better than competitive" pricing comments in The Trawler. Alan Koehler Club Advisory Board, Chairman     Thanks Everyone    I would like to thank everyone for their cards and prayers sent to me for my husband, A. W. (Schof) Schofield. Mary Jane Schofield     LETTER POLICY
SIGN UP TODAY FOR FIPOA E-MAIL SUBSCRIBER SERVICE Receive notification of minutes and other pertinent information as it happens! Sign up by sending an email to khinesfipoa@islc.net and putting "add me to the minutes list" in the subject. Or send a short note to FIPOA, 225 Tarpon Boulevard, Fripp Island, SC 29920 with your name and E-Mail address. We would like have EVERY owner on this subscriber service. Email addresses will be kept confidential.	THE TRAWLER welcomes brief (a maximum of 250 words), factual and temperate letters from its readers. Only original letters, signed with the writer's name, address and telephone number, will be considered for publication. Letters are subject to editing, condensation and republishing in any format. All letters submitted become the property of THE TRAWLER. Publication does not imply agreement by FIPOA of views expressed. Regretfully, we cannot account for unpublished letters.

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**** In Memoriam **** Doris Patek   James Barry Hayes

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 Community 

 

Fripp Island Friends of Music Upcoming Programs

by Lloyd Arnold

The Fripp Island Friends of Music plan three more concerts for the balance of the 2005-2006 season. Each will be held at the Fripp Island Community Centre and All Faiths Chapel.
     The schedule features the following artists and dates:

Sunday February 12, 2006 at 5:00 pm
     Robin Spielberg, a pianist/composer/recording artist, will play a special Valentine concert. Ms. Spielberg's Carnegie Halldebut in 1997 sold out and she has performed there twice since. She has done a PBS TV special, The Soul of Christmas, and has been on ABC World News This Morning and many other TV specials.

Sunday, March 19, 2006 at 5:00 pm
     A trio from the University of Georgia (The Brimervian Trio) will entertain us with a wide selection of music.
     Dr. D. Ray McClellan --­ clarinet. This is a return visit for Dr. McClellan. He entertained us with his Woodwind Quintet.
     Dr. Michael Heald --­ violin. University of Georgia Professor with a Doctor of Violin from Michigan State University.
     Dr. Liana Embovica-Rivkin --­ piano. University of Georgia Professor.

Sunday, April 9, 2006 at 5:00 pm
     Janice Martin --­ violin, vocalist, pianist and dancer. This is a return visit for Ms. Martin. A graduate of Julliard and the Indiana University School of Music, she has won many major violin competitions in the US.

     Concerts are held in The Fripp Island All Faiths Chapel followed by a Wine and Cheese Reception in the Community Centre All-Purpose Room to meet the performers.
     All Sunday programs begin at 5:00 pm.
     Non members $15.00, Students $10.00

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Architectural Review Board Satellite Dish Installation Requirement

by Sandra Fleming

The Fripp Island Restrictive Covenants state that "No television antenna, receiver, sender or other similar device shall be installed on any residential lot or common property within the properties." The FCC dictates that the Property Owner's Associations and/or restrictive covenants cannot deny the installation of a satellite but that it can regulate the aesthetics of its location.
     The Fripp Island Architectural Review Board Guidelines require that Satellite dishes be installed in "the most inconspicuous location out of public view. If it is necessary that a dish be in a visible location in order to receive an acceptable quality signal, then the dish shall be screened with lattice and/or vegetation or painted to blend into the background on which it is mounted."
     Dishes that are "shielded" from "public view" are more desirable. Pole mounted dishes will be allowed only when there is no other location that will afford the resident adequate reception and must be accompanied with a landscape plan to shield the installation from public view."
     The ARB respectfully requests that owners of unsightly pole mounted satellite dishes that can be mounted in a more palatable location relocate the dishes or submit a landscape plan for approval that shields the installation from public view.
     Beginning December 1, 2005, the installation of a satellite dish will require an Architectural Review Board Permit. There has been an increase in unsightly satellite dish installations that are not "in the least inconspicuous location possible" to receive a signal, (primarily post mounted installations). House, roof, deck or under eave mounted dishes can be hidden from view and are most desirable. When it is possible to obtain an unobstructed view of the southern sky by trimming a few limbs that will take precedence over free standing, pole mounted units. Any existing pole mounted dish installation that has an open view of the southern sky available must be relocated (at the owners expense) to an approved site location. Please call the ARB Office at 843-838-1540 if you have any questions.
     Thank you for helping to maintain the integrity of your community.

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Community Centre News

by Dean Pelley

The next Treasure Sale will be in June 2006. We have several locations to store donations now if you are unable to keep articles until then. Please call any of the following persons for pick-up: Dean Pelley at 843-838-4818, Don Aldrich at 843-838-9149 or T. Thomas at 843-838-4136.
     Thanks to the Fripp Island Women's Club for their donation of four new benches to replace four very tired ones. These are located on Tarpon Boulevard and Bonito Road and greatly enhance the beauty of our island. The seven beautiful new benches in the Columbarium, the chapel entrance, and the walkways of the Community Centre campus are the gift of Margie Coyle of Fripp Island and Columbus, Ohio. They are given in memory of her late husband, William R. Coyle, prominently known in the music world as "Ziggy". He is interred in the Columbarium.

The Fripp Island Memorial Columbarium is a resting place for the ashes of deceased residents, property owners and their families. A Columbarium Committee appointed by the Fripp Island Community Centre Board of Directors supervises the Columbarium. The Community Centre Board provides perpetual care and assures that the Columbarium is maintained and operated efficiently.
     At the present time there are only 4 niches left for purchase at the old price of $500.00. The construction of a new bank of niches is planned in the near future. Because of increasing construction costs these niches will be priced at $600.00. Perpetual care and the personalized plaque are included in the price.
     The Columbarium is a memorial garden that has been attractively landscaped. The garden is attractive enough that nothing should be placed on individual niches. The board of directors and the committee members request that the following Columbarium Guidelines and Procedures be observed:

1. Live flowers may be placed but be no larger than the individual niche and the flowers will be removed as soon as they wilt.
2. No artificial flowers of any kind may be placed on a niche.
3. No personal articles may be placed on the niche.

It is our desire that the memorial garden remain a peaceful and quiet place where everyone can go and enjoy the beauty of the grounds. If you have further questions concerning the Columbarium please contact one of the following members of the Columbarium Committee: Judith Moore, 843-838-2638, Bill Haley, 843-838-5242, Ralph Petrea, 843-838-5424.

WOW!! That is the universal first impression when the Frippers see the new carpet recently installed in the Community Centre and the hallway. We have listened to many ideas and opinions and believe that we've got it right. Thanks to Rich and Chris Asaff for their experience, knowledge and determination in making a wise decision.

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 Personality 

 

LET'S GO! Returns to the Tropics

Nomuku Group - Tonga's captivating views.

by Jim Patek

After spending the southern hemisphere cyclone season in New Zealand, Let's Go! once again pointed her bow away from the onset of Winter toward Tonga and the tropics, some 1100 miles away.
     Leaving Opua in the Bay of Islands on June 4, skipper, Jim Patek, and his reliable New Zealand crew, Brian King, shoved off knowing that several vigorous frontal systems would be chasing them out of New Zealand, and that there would be no rest before safely reaching the south east trade winds 600 miles to the northeast. What they did not know was that a tropical depression was forming to the west of Fiji and that it would make its way toward their intended route.
     On the third day at sea, the crew received word of the tropical low from their weather forecasting service and were exhorted to make all speed for shelter in Tonga and this they did, arriving at night in driving rain under the lee of Eua Island, Tonga, six days out of New Zealand. Other yachts sailing from New Zealand to the tropics were not so fortunate and several were abandoned at sea and their crews rescued after sustaining damage in the 80 knot winds of the tropical storm. Others lay to sea anchors for several days before being able to get underway again.
     At least the unexpected storm made for great conversation amongst surviving crews for weeks after the event.
     Patty Patek joined Let's Go! in southern Tonga and cruised up the Tonga island chain from Tongatapu in the south to Vavau in the north. She experienced for the first time, the isolated islands and atolls of the Nomuko, Ha'apaii and Vava'u Groups that so captivated Jim while on his way to New Zealand last year. The Ha'apai Group, with their uninhabited picture perfect islets, topped with coconut palms, surrounded with creamy coral sand, then beautiful fringing coral and finally, aquamarine shades of crystal clear water were Patty's favorite. She spent hours exploring the beaches searching for shells, bags of which now occupy the storage space on Let's Go!
     Fripp Island's Theresa Cooper flew to Tonga in July to join Jim and Patty for the 500 mile voyage from Tonga to Fiji. Tee celebrated her birthday while in the beautiful Hunga Lagoon in the Vavau Group and the next day they were off. She experienced an easy sail under sunny skies by day and a blanket of stars at night, making landfall at Duff Reef, an uninhabited atoll on the far northeast of Fiji. As Duff Reef was approached, Tee exhibited her fishing skills by landing a tuna and three kingfish in rapid succession. Duff was a highlight of the cruise. Isolated and wild, with angry nesting birds, blinding white sand gathered in a cay on the southeast extremity of the reef and one lone palm. Otherwise, nothing but a coral reef surrounded by ocean.
     From Duff Reef, Let's Go! made her way to the river town of SavuSavu on t he south side of Viti Levu Island where formal entry was made into Fiji. She then sailed on to the Yasawa and Mamanuca Groups of western Fiji where she will be based until the onset of the hurricane season in the South Pacific.

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 Island Clubs 

 

FIPOA Parks Continue to Grow With Support From Island Groups, Individuals

by Deanna Hormel
Park Committee Chair

A special and sincere thanks to all the folks who purchased bricks or made a donation to the FIPOA parks. Children and their families continue to enjoy two very safe and "up-to-date" playgrounds - one at Davis Love Park and one at Audubon Park. Without your interest this would not have been possible. A generous donation from the 4th of July Women's Club CakeWalk helped in completion of the Audubon Park playground near the FIPOA offices.      Many thanks as well to the Playground committee members: MJ Combs, Joan Burke, and Mary Frances Thomas. The committee would also like to thank Jerry Weithman for all of his help installing the bricks. Much of his time was donated.      You can still order engraved bricks, which will be placed in Davis Love Park by submitting the order form found on the POA website at www.fipoa.org/images/brickOrderForm.pdf with a check. This should be mailed to the FIPOA 225 Tarpon Blvd., Fripp Island, SC 29920. Future brick sales will help fund ongoing beautification of the two parks.

List of New Donors Joan Geddings M/M Thomas Diamond Bev.& Al Oram M/M Howard Harmon Bill Rouch Pat Thompson Bill & Sandy Buschur Paul & Judy Hummer M/M Rodger Painting Amy Spurling M/M Merlin Monroe William Pierson Ms. Marcia Radakovich Charles McFarland Alan Koehler Arlene Jacquette LuVana Weidner Ernest Taylor Jody Bourne Helen Rouch Richard Blanchard

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Fripp Island Women's Club Activities Include Home Tour

by Linda Kirchof

The Club had an active year under the direction of Page Miller last season. Highlights included republishing the Island Directory, $2,500 donation for refurbishment of Davis Love Park, four replacement benches throughout the Island, and shutters for the serving area in the Community Centre.
      On-going projects under President Judy Hummer include $1,000 donation toward sprucing up Audubon Park, $1,000 donation for beautification of the flagpole island at the entrance. Fund raiser monies (to include the Home Tour, July 4th CakeWalk, and a Cookbook) are earmarked for improvements all may enjoy. Treasurer Betsy Koehler continues her careful watch of Club funds and Secretary Sara Thompson will keep track of activities.
      The annual wine and cheese reception for newcomers is the kick-off event. Judy Hummer hosted at her home October 6th. This is the year for the Fripp Island Home Tour. Co-Vice Presidents Bonnie Combes and Sue Ann Smith, with Hospitality Chairperson Anne Carroll, have a slate of activities lined up.
     Nov. 16: Holiday Floral Design, Melissa Exley, Maddie's Flower Basket
     Dec. 14: Christmas Luncheon, entertainment Gail Westerfield
     Jan. 18: Writing the History of Fripp Island, Dr. Page Putnam Miller
     Feb.15: Gullah History & Culture, Dr. Emory Campbell
     Mar:15: Fripp Island Home Tour
     Apr. 19: Spring Luncheon, entertainment TBA
     A new Island cookbook is being planned, this year to include a Men's Favorites section. If you would like to contribute recipe(s), send them to, or call any of, the officers listed herein. (Or click here to download the form.)
     Join us for a good purpose, fellowship, fun, and food.
     Dues are $10.00 a year, and may be paid at any meeting, or mailed to Barbara DeBartolo, 502 Tarpon; 838-7035 or Lorraine Tarczynski, 6 Crooked Creek Lane, 838-3175.

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Island Audubon Club Launches Fall Program

by Arlene Jacquette

The Fripp Island Audubon Club launched its 2005-2006 season on October 27 by sponsoring a potluck supper followed by a program that focused on natural activities on the island this past summer, including the results of increased loggerhead turtle nesting in the area.
     At the next program, on Thursday, November 17, the club's program director, Ben Ten Eyck, will narrate photographs of bird life that he took during a trip to Alaska wilderness areas in July.
     The club's December field trip destination is expected to be the new International Center for Birds of Prey in Awendaw, South Carolina, which houses over 200 birds of prey, and medical and educational facilities.
     The Audubon Club meets the fourth Thursday of every month (except in November) at 7:30 p.m. (fall and spring potluck dinners start at 6 p.m.) All Fripp and Beaufort area residents are invited to participate and to join the organization.
     For details on membership, contact President Cliff Ginter, 843-838-7010; program details can be obtained from Ben Ten Eyck, 843-838-5311

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Yacht Club Sails With The Dolphins On Bull Point Cruise

by Ralph Goodison

The Fripp Island Yacht Club had a blast at the club's annual Bull Point cruise and beach party. Over 80 members enjoyed a great day of boating and swimming with a festive party and a great cookout provided by Harold's Catering.
     Five boats and "Fripper" provided transportation with many dolphins, birds joining in the fun and made the day a blast. Upcoming events include the annual Christmas party at Dockside and the Christmas parade of boats at the Fripp Island Marina.

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Island Audubon Club Launches Fall Program

by Trigg Combs

The Fripp Island Investment Club has become too pricey and expects to pay a cash dividend to members in October. The equity value of the Club has reached a point where it was a deterrent to recruit new members. It's a Catch-22, we made so much money, the buy-in price became prohibitive. The Club wishes to attract new members, so the existing members will have an early Christmas, so that prospective members aren't asked to pony up so much to join. Anyone interested in learning more about the stock market by participating in the selection, buying and selling of common stocks, call Trigg Combs at 843-838-4784.

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WELCOME NEW PROPERTY OWNERS

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 Island Sports 

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Fripp Island Women's Golf Association

by Martha Briant

This fall has been a busy season for the FIWGA with the Club Championship played in September, and the Member-Guest event in October. Winners of the Club Championship were: Kathryn Woolley, Club Champion; Linda Young, winner 1st flight; and Joan Burke, winner 2nd flight. Congratulations.
     The Member-Guest event with a theme of "Sun, Surf, and Sandies" was an exciting time for all the players involved. Chairpersons were Micki McCormick and Georgi Mathias. Good job, ladies.
     Director of Golf, Char Cormier, has been holding clinics for the ladies just prior to play on Tuesdays. Many thanks to Char for this. December 13th is the date for the upcoming Holiday Luncheon. That day will involve a 9-hole scramble with the 9 Hole Ladies group. This is lots of fun, so everyone is encouraged to sign up and play.
     Congratulations to the new officers for 2006 who were elected on September 27. They are Kit Griffin, President; Micki McCormick, Vice President; Nancy Connell, Secretary; and Linda Ashby, Treasurer. Barbara Hess (chair), Bobbie Inglett, and Bev Fineis did an outstanding job and deserve our thanks for serving on the Nominating Committee. If you would like to join us as a new member, please call our president, Carolyn Knight at 838-9789.

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Men's 18 Hole Golf by Harold Johnson The summer months, as always, produced a reduction in the number of players participating in MGA events. However, we did have a faithful group of golfers who braved temperatures close to 100 degrees on many days to participate and because of them we did keep the Association fully operating.      The results of the Red Ball Tournament are shown below:       Red Ball 1st - Bill Ott, John Crouse, Bob Davidson, and John Dunphy      Red Ball 2nd - Larry Mathias, Fred Fuerst, Bob Newby, and Rick Friesen      Best Ball 1st - Dick Briggs, Charlie Warner, Tom Griffin, Glenn Hergert Best      Ball 2nd ­ Steve McKay, Keith Fink, Bill Robinson, Bill Buscher. The Club Championship Tournament was held on October 7-9 in conjunction with Frippfest weekend and the celebration of Ocean Point's Opening.      Fripp Island Club Championship Results: Championship Flight (Men) 1st: Paul Hummer, 2nd: Stuart Mitchell. First Flight (Men) 1st Gross: Jack Harney, 2nd Gross: Budd Catlin.

9 Hole Men's Golf by Tom Gioiosa Annual 9-Hole Men's dinner was held on September 9th at the Fripp Island Community Centre with 30 members and guests in attendance. A fine dinner was enjoyed by all.      The most improved golfer for 2005 was Bill Prain.      We need players. If you are so inclined, please sign up at the Pro Shop by noon on Tuesdays, prior to the matches held on each Wednesday at 8:30 AM, so that teams can be assigned. We will be playing at Ocean Creek in November and at Ocean Point in December.      Weekly winners are posted in the Pro Shop after the games. Our most recent winner, prior to press time was Jim Connell. Dues are $10.00 a year.

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***** Tennis *****

Courtside

by Patty Patek

The Fripp Island Raquet Club will be hosting a Mixer on Saturday, the 26th of November from 3-5 pm. Please call the Pro Shop to sign up for this fun event. Phone (843)838-1504.
     On Mondays, starting at 9 am, the ladies have a Round-Robin game, and we encourage you to sign up with the Pro-Shop.
     On Fridays we have Round-Ups at 10 AM. This event is run by club members and is a lot of fun to get involved with other players. Come on out!
      Now we know it isn¹t even winter and Christmas hasn't arrived here on Fripp, but it is NOT too late to make plans for the Spring Clay Courts Tournament which will be on March 3-5. So mark your new calendars for this event.
     The Men's and Mixed Doubles Spring League will be starting the beginning of February, so please call the Pro Shop to sign up.
     We would like to express our sorrow to Rita Buchwald at the passing of her husband, Bill, in August. We will miss seeing him around the courts, and we hope Rita will be coming back out soon.

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 The Marketplace 

Place your Advertisement in the Trawler

by Stewart deWitt,
Trawler, Advertising Manager

Advertising in The Trawler raises additional revenue to help offset the cost of production. It provides a listing of services available to the more than 2,000 island property owners.
     Advertising rates in The Trawler are $10.00 per column inch.
     To place an ad please contact Stewart deWitt, Advertising Manager at 843-838-5970.

		ADVERTISING POLICY:  THE TRAWLER is not responsible for the content of any advertisement and does not endorse any advertiser or product.  The publisher is not responsible for claims or promises made in any advertisement. All advertising is subject to review by the Editorial Board. Advertising will be limited based on the number of pages in a given issue of THE TRAWLER. 843-838-5970
Please support our advertisers

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 Fripp Island Resort 

 

Fripp Amenity Cards

 by Stuart Mitchell

The amenity card issue is the source of a lot of confusion for many Fripp Island residents and Members. I would like to take this opportunity to help people understand the importance of this system.
     The Fripp Island Club is a private club that allows privileges for guests. The amenities of Fripp are for the use of its Members, their guests and guests of the Resort.
    The amenity card system is built on the notion that Members take pride in their exclusive membership in the Fripp Island Club and the card is your "key" to all Island amenities, to everything that makes a Club membership unique.
      Since an estimated five hundred units of the nearly eighteen hundred units on Fripp Island are rented when homeowners (Member) are not present, the problem of how to allow their unaccompanied guests to use the amenities is solved through the use of amenity cards. In addition, the amenity card system provides a method for Members to allow guests who are not renting their home to use the amenities if the Member is not present.
      My daughter, while working as a hostess in one of our restaurants, was approached by a very unhappy individual who had no card. The individual was giving her a hard time about not being able to eat at the restaurant. She explained the Fripp program this way: When you go to Disney World you pay to get in. You pay for your food and you pay to play golf. Think of Fripp as an ocean front fantasy land. If you are a Member you have a permanent pass to enter. Guests need to pay at the gate before the amenities may be used.
      Some form of the amenity card program has been on Fripp for the fifteen years I have lived here. It is not going away. In fact, it is the intent of Fripp Island Company to intensify this program. The value of the Fripp Island Club membership comes from the exclusivity of access to the amenities for Club Members and their guests.
      As a Member of the Fripp Island Club your help is needed to protect the Club and its value.
     On more than one occasion this past summer, our restaurants turned away more than fifty people in a single night trying to eat without cards. In this case, you as a Member and Fripp Island Company as the manager of the facilities both lose. First, individuals attempted to access the facilities without purchasing amenity cards. Second, we failed to feed the individuals. Third, guests left unhappy. Fourth, significant capital investments in the amenities are not put to their best use when they are underutilized. Fifth, your dues must carry costs that should be shared by these guests.
     In an effort to do a better job of enforcement, the Fripp Island Company is planning to add a magnetic strip to your membership card and to the amenity card that will control entry into swimming pools and the fitness center. The amenity card system is an essential part of what makes the Fripp Island Club Membership exclusive.

Resort Food and Beverage

The Bonito Boathouse will close Monday, November 28th for renovations and will reopen on March 3, 2006. The Beach Club Restaurant will be open every night while the Boathouse is closed.
     There will also be a variety of Monthly Special Events; the Beach Club will host Gourmet Dinners & Wine Tastings. The Creek House will be home for Oysters, Roasts, and Savannah's Lounge will have Monday Night Football Specials. Call the Beach Club for Details on special events and reservations (843)838-1510. Be sure to visit Ocean Point Grille for our "Early Bird" dinner specials, featuring a different "home style" meal every night from 5 pm-7 pm for only $9.95.

Upcoming Fripp Resort Events

Thanksgiving on Fripp Island should get everyone into the holiday spirit. The following is a tentative schedule, detailed schedule to follow.
     Thursday, November 24th - Thanksgiving Buffet at the Beach Club.
     Friday, November 25th - The Annual Kid's Fishing Tournament at the Fripp Island Marina, Santa's Arrival at the Beach Club with an Art Show featuring local Artisans as well as plenty of Hot Chocolate, Cider and Treats.
     Saturday, November 26th - Brunch with Santa at the Beach Club.

New Years Celebration

To ring in 2006, our Island Activity Center Staff will be having the Family New Years' Eve Blast with Magician Rick Maurer and other games and activities. The Childrens' festivities will end with a special children's "New Years Ball Drop".
     The Beach Club will be hosting New Years Eve activities including a Gourmet Dinner and a New Years Eve Bash with Live Entertainment by Ocean Hiway. Call the Beach Club for details and reservations. (843)838-1510.

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Fripp Island Resort to Work with Ratings Specialist

by Karen Montano

Fripp Island Resort has recently hired Resort Ratings Specialist, an independent Denver-based company, to train our staff on the latest trends in the vacation rental property industry. Their goal is to improve the vacation experience, increase occupancy, and enhance repeat visits by addressing quality.
     Resort Rating Specialists provides evaluation and improvement techniques that we believe will give us an edge in successfully managing property. Their clients include Amelia Island, Isle of Palms, Sandestin, and Seaside.
      Our continued goal is to raise the standard and to work towards making our rental properties inviting and competitive; delivering a quality product that ensures guest satisfaction, and is consistent with other destination resorts.

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 Security & Services 

 

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by Mike Binkowski
Chief of Security

You may have noticed that as of September 1st, your Security Patrol has dramatically changed their appearance. This is a part of an ongoing process to better reflect the personality of the island.
     Our goal is to improve the quality of life on the island by the fair and impartial enforcement of the rules as outlined by the Fripp Island Property Owners Association and the Laws of South Carolina.
      If you have any suggestions on how we can improve the quality of life on the Island, or wish to discuss a particular problem, please contact me in person, telephone at 843-838-4113 or e-mail at mikebfipoa@islc.net. I look forward to speaking with you.

FRIPP ISLAND SECURITY WEB PAGES

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Fripp Island Fire Department

by Al Sobol,
Assistant Fire Chief

The South Carolina law requires that all homeowners post their house numbers so that they are visible from the street. This will assist and expedite emergency fire and paramedic calls.

Home Alone?

 Recent Hurricane evacuation procedures elsewhere remind us that we need to know if someone needs help evacuating. Contact Fire Chief Horton at 843-838-4850 and let him know your status if you might need help in an evacuation. On-Line FIPOA Evacuation Information

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Adopt a Highway Program Appreciates New Volunteers On Wednesday, September 7th, we picked up seventy-one bags of trash, which the county estimates should weigh about 1065 pounds, averaging 15 pounds a bag. We had a total of 40 volunteers out there workinng on this beautiful, but very windy day.     We appreciate the new volunteers from both Fripp and Harbor Islands.      We are always in need of new people. If anyone knows of someone whop would like to volunteer, please have them call Wally Adams at (843)838-9559.       The next pick-up is scheduled sometime in March 2006, unless it needs to be cleaned sooner.      See you there. ******************** Fripp Island's Beach & Crossovers

Fripp Island Health Fair Cancelled by Ralph Goodison Fripp Island  by  The annual Health Fair has been canceled due to lack of flu vaccine and declining numbers of residents attending the event. The Health Fair was a great asset to our Island over the last 10 years and I thank all those who supported it. ********************

Beach Sweep Successful by Adam Henderson Once again we had a very successful Beach Sweep due solely to many environmentally conscious and motivated individuals who want to keep Fripp Island clean. Because of the people who graciously volunteered their Saturday morning, we were able to remove multiple truckloads of bagged trash, as well as 3 trailer loads of larger items including some treated lumber, Styrofoam pieces and old dilapidated tents. I want to extend my gratitude to all of the 2005 Beach Sweep/River Sweep Volunteers. If you were not able to attend this year, I encourage you to mark your calendar for next year so we can continue to increase the size of our Cleanup. Thanks for all the Help!!! ********************

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 Boating & Fishing 

**** GOING FISHING ****

 

Fall Fishing off to a Good Start by Ralph Goodison The 15th Annual Fripp Island Kingfish Invitational Tournament reeled in beautiful weather, but hurricane Katrina and a gas crunch cut the number of boats entered to 16.      The tournament went on and the fisherman had a great day on the water. Captain Tom Ogle on his boat, NO SLACK, caught the largest Kingfish, a 27.3 lb. beauty.      Captain Sunny Ellis on REAL FUN placed 2nd with a 25.6 lb. King.      Captain Frank Gibson on MY TIME OUT won 2 Kings aggregate weight at 41.8 lbs.      Captain David Tilton's 9 year old son, David, caught the largest Spanish on FULL TILT at 3.12 lb. and Captain John Fineis on FINAL COPY with a 2.8 lb Spanish placed 2nd.      Tournament chairman Captain Eddie Netherland thanked Sea Island Marine, Yamaha and Scout Boats for sponsoring the tournament along with Fripp Island Marina, Budweiser and Coca Cola.      The next Tournament is the Annual Kids Thanksgiving Turkey Shoot-Out Friday November 25, 2005. Some of the best fishing of the year is at our doorstep; both inshore and offshore are great this time of year. Fishing Report: Inshore: Redfish, Whiting, Sheepshead, Flounder, & Trout; Good. Offshore Bottom Fishing: Black Bass, Shark; Excellent. Vermillion; Good. Grouper & Snapper; Fair. Offshore: Kingfish, Spanish & Spade Fish; Good. Dolphin & Wahoo; Fair.

Spanish Mackerel tournament winner Captain David Tilton holds the winner, a 3.12 pound Spanish caught by his 9 year old son David on their boat FULL TILT. Chris Tilton holds a 24 pound King. Kingfish tournament winner Captain Tom Ogle (right) with his nephew John Ogle (left) holding a 27.3 pound Kingfish. They caught this beauty on their boat No Slack during the Labor Day Weekend Tournament.

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**** Fripp Island Sea Rescue ****

by Paul Field

From July 12 to September 15, 2005, we responded to 10 cases involving 13 persons, three kayaks, two vessels, three swimmers, plus two persons reportedly stranded on sandbars. Two of these cases were nighttime incidents. There were no injuries. 

Our training program with Coast Guard helicopters continues on schedule during nighttime hours in Fripp Inlet. 

* * * To report a marine emergency, call Fripp Island Security at 838-2334
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