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This article contains the Rules and Regulations PDF taken from the member's area of lostlakewoodsclub.com. I've converted it from PDF to a more usable HTML format, but we also have the original PDF.

 

 

Table of Contents

• Preface
• General
• Immediate Family Members
• Guests
• Main Gate Cards and Remotes
• Reservations and Club Services - All Club Facilities and Services
• Lodge Reservations
• Alcoholic Beverages
• Forest Acreage and Other Association Property
• Wood Cutting
• Subdivision Area
• Home Sites
• Construction
• Beach
• Watercraft
• Pets and Other Animals
• Fires and Fire Permits
• Campground
• Tennis Courts and Softball Field
• Camper/Trailer Storage Areas
• Fishing
• Firearms and Weapons
• Skeet, Trap and Sporting Clay Range
• Rifle Range
• Archery Range
• Preserve Hunts
• Field and Tower Hunts
• General Hunting and Harvest Reporting
• Fur Trapping
• Raccoon Hunting
• Bear Hunting
• Waterfowl Hunting
• Deer, Turkey and Migratory Bird Blinds
• Golf
• Snowmobiles, ATVs, ORVs, Motorbikes and Other Recreational Vehicle
• Miscellaneous Provisions for all Vehicles
• LLWC Equestrian Rules & Regulations
• Enforcement

Preface

We are a community of members and friends enjoying a great facility with a proud heritage and tradition. It is incumbent upon us to protect and preserve our property and to recognize the rights and interest of others. With this thought in mind, these Rules and Regulations are intended to provide a framework of the expectations of members, families and guests.

Members and guests are also encouraged to be familiar with the Lost Lake Woods Club’s (hereinafter referred to as the Club) By-Laws. In addition to these Rules and Regulations, members, immediate family members and guests should be aware there may be other regulations posted on site at various Club facilities (i.e. the golf course driving range, skeet and trap range, rifle range, archery range, etc.).

General

1. All state and federal laws are to be observed on Club property unless further restricted by LLWC Rules and Regulations. It is the members, family members and guests’ responsibility to be familiar with the law’s requirements.
2. The user fee schedule, applicable to various facilities, services and vehicles, is available for review at the Lodge office.
3. Business and charitable organization solicitations are prohibited on Club property unless approved by the Board of Directors (hereinafter referred to as the Board).
4. Keep our Club grounds beautiful and please don’t litter.
5. Members are responsible for assuring that their families and guests comply with these Rules and Regulations. Costs incurred from damage done by members, family members and guests are the responsibility of the member and may be billed to the member’s account.
6. Under Article 1, Section 12 of the By-Laws, any member who fails to pay amounts billed when due will be assessed a 1.5% per month late charge. In addition, any member who remains delinquent 15 days from the mailing of a notice of delinquency shall be suspended from all privileges of the Club.

   In addition, any member who becomes delinquent two times in a two year period must appear before the Board of Directors before he/she can return to the status of “member in good standing”.

7. The installation of memorials (i.e. plaques, etc.) requires the approval of the Club Manager (hereinafter referred to as the Manager). The Manager will assure the proper rotation of trophies and other displays at the Lodge.

Immediate Family Members

Immediate family members are defined in the By-Laws (Article 1, Section 4) as husband, wife, daughter, son and parents. Sons and daughters under 25 years of age who are not married, who are IRS dependents of the member and are living at home (defined as including post-secondary attendance), are entitled to the same entitlements as members with the exception of voting rights. Other immediate family members are considered as guests under the By-Laws.

Guests

Guests are welcome and are the responsibility of the member. Please refer to the sections on golf, the Lodge, recreational vehicles, campground, preserve shoots, hunting and fishing and provisions governing other areas for rules relating to guests.

The sponsoring member must make reservations for their guests (i.e. Lodge, campground, golf, etc.) and authorize in writing as necessary, the use of the member’s account.

Guests violating the rules and regulations may be denied further use of the Club facilities and services.

Commercial guests are not permitted on Club property and may not use Club facilities. A member’s guest would be considered commercial by way of example, if the guest or the member and/or his family personally profited from the visit.

Member/Staff Relations and Service Concerns

The Club staff is here to serve you and address your concerns. Please address them with the appropriate courtesy and respect. In the event you experience unsatisfactory service or have a complaint, please report it to the Manager’s office.

Main Gate Cards and Remotes

With the exception of school busses and others approved by the Manager, gate cards and gate remotes are for the exclusive use of members and must be surrendered when membership status is terminated. Since remotes are purchased from the Club, there will be a $15.00 refund given to the member upon surrender of the gate remote.

Reservations and Club Services - All Club Facilities and Services

1. Only members in good standing may initiate reservations on a first come, first served basis for any club event, rental or service. If for any reason the member loses his/her club privileges prior to the reservation date, the reservation will be cancelled. Re-booking will be based on availability when the member returns to “member in good standing” status.
2. A member sponsoring an event at the Pavilion, or in any part of the Lodge, including the Dining Room, may be required to deposit up to 100% of the cost of the use of the Club facilities and services at the discretion of the Manager.
3. Lodge/Dining room hours are posted in the lobby and Newsletter are subject to change at the discretion of the Manager With the exception of groups of (8) or more, the percentage of server gratuity is at the discretion of the customer when individual bills are presented. Groups larger than (8) will automatically be assessed 18%. Event tickets will all include tax & gratuity. The percentage of gratuity to be added for Club sponsored buffets will be set at 15% and served meals will be 18%.

   A 15% service charge will be added to all dining, beer, wine and liquor charges when served from our dining room.

4. Without exception, smoking is not permitted in any area of the Clubhouse.
5. The member’s account will be billed for missing or damaged items in all areas of the Clubhouse and the adjacent grounds.
6. Excessive noise/ disruptive behavior shall not be permitted in the Clubhouse or the adjacent grounds at any time. Quiet hours shall be observed from 11:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.
7. In order to rent a room in the Lodge for an overnight stay, children under the age of 18 years must have an adult parent or guardian staying either with them or in the closest available room on the same floor.
8. Men shall not wear hats in the dining room; Proper attire is required by all; no profane language on attire; shirt and shoes/sandals required.
9. No group shall assume use of common areas of the Clubhouse, to include the adjacent grounds, without prior written approval from the Club Manager. Rental fees may apply.

Lodge Reservations

Rooms are reserved by type based on availability. Room assignments cannot be guaranteed in advance.

Memorial Day through Labor Day and Special Events

There will be a cancellation fee equal to 50% of the rate quoted per room/per day for any rooms that are cancelled without exception.

After Labor Day to Memorial Day excepting Special Events

There will be a cancellation fee equal to 50% of the rate quoted per room/ per day for any rooms that are cancelled without 72 hours notice. In addition a NON refundable $100.00 Deposit is required for room reservations during the first (3) days of the regular rifle deer hunting season. The greater of which will be charged to the members bill.

Alcoholic Beverages

Alcohol may be sold purchased and consumed in accordance with the Club’s license from the Michigan Liquor Commission and Club By-Laws ( Article IV., Section (-E). Consumption of alcohol acquired from other sources is restricted to private property, individual lodge rooms or campsites.

Forest Acreage and Other Association Property

1. No living vegetation shall be cut, transplanted or removed (i.e. raking, spraying, etc.) without the consent of the Manager, except shooting lanes as defined in “Deer, Turkey and Migratory Blinds – Rule #12”. No soil shall be disturbed, removed or waste disposed of without the consent of the Manager. No planting of vegetation of any kind without the consent of the Manager.
2. The Club compost dump is available for the disposal of natural biodegradable materials. The compost dump is closed to contractor use. Contractors may not dump materials or remove soil, sand or aggregate for any purpose. Materials to be dumped are limited to brush, leaves, etc. from members only. No trees 4 inches in diameter or larger are to be dumped, nor stumps, concrete or non-organic materials. No building materials of any sort are allowed.
3. With the exception of the main entrance to the Club on F-41, all gates are secured with a lock. Members may purchase keys for certain gates at the Lodge. All vehicular ingress and egress shall be through established gates.

   No person is permitted, without authorization of the Board, to install or remove a gate.

4. The maximum speed limit for all vehicles in the forest is 20 mph. Other Club roads are posted with signs.
5. Blocking or otherwise creating an obstruction on roadways is prohibited. No roads will be posted with signs to temporarily or permanently prohibit vehicular traffic without the approval of the Board.

Wood Cutting

With the exception of Board approved timber cuts, woodcutting is restricted to members only. Commercial cutting by members (for profit) is prohibited. Cutting requires a permit from the Lodge. Only dead standing or downed trees may be cut. Help acquired to cut wood must be supervised by the member and the member assumes all risk and liability.

Subdivision Area

1. No sign (i.e. real estate, garage sale, political advertisement or business, etc.) shall be placed on Club property, which includes all easements and right-of-ways (measured 25 feet from the center of the road).
2. Garage and estate sales with general public admission are permitted. A permit must be obtained at the Lodge and arrangements made for coverage on the main gate.
3. The speed limit on all gravel roads within the subdivision is 20 mph. Speed limits are also posted on the surfaced roadways.

Home Sites

1. Homeowners must maintain their home and property in a neat and orderly manner. If, in the opinion of the Manager, this is not being done, the Club may clean up the site and direct the appropriate charges to the member.
2. Security/flood lights must be shielded or shaded in such a manner so as not to infringe upon the privacy and comfort of others.
3. Members are encouraged to use the Camper/Trailer Storage areas to store trailered boats, travel trailers and other appropriate recreational vehicles.

Construction

1. Prior to starting any construction, it is the responsibility of the member to make certain that they are familiar with all applicable Lost Lake Woods Association By-Laws and Rules in addition to any other regulating agency requirements (i.e. Alcona Township, Alcona County and the State of Michigan). It is the responsibility of the member to make certain that all construction activity, including work done by others (contractors) is in compliance with these requirements.
2. A permit from the Alcona County Health Department is required for all new sewage systems and/or any alterations, additions or changes to existing systems.
3. State Law requires a minimum distance of fifty (50) feet between any part of a septic system drain field and any well in the area.
4. Members contemplating grading of lots; new building construction including decks, garages and sheds; additions or revisions to exiting buildings, must prepare and submit to the business office at Lost Lake Wood Association, a Building Application (forms are available at the office).
5. Culverts under driveways are required wherever ditches exist.
6. During road restrictions period (example: frost laws) no vehicle, which exceeds the weight requirements, will be permitted on Lost Lake Woods Association subdivision roadways.
7. The Lost Lake Woods Association Building Application shall include specifications, drawn to scale, showing size, and location of all structures on the property indicating side, rear, and front setback distances from property boundaries. Anticipated elevation changes must be noted on the application.
8. The Subdivision and Grounds Committee will visit the proposed site to verify compliance with Lost Lake Woods Association By-Laws and Rules. One copy of the application, noted either “accepted” or “not-accepted”, will be returned to the member after review by the Subdivision and Grounds Committee. If not accepted, the reason(s) will be noted on the bottom of the application. All construction activity shall conform to the accepted application; if it does not, the Subdivision and Grounds Committee shall have the authority to order construction halted pending a hearing before the Board of Directors.
9. An accepted Lost Lake Woods Building Application is required in order to obtain a Land Use Permit from Alcona Township and/or a building permit from Alcona County.
10. A Lost Lake Woods Association Building Application is not required for well and septic installations, revisions or repairs since regulation is the responsibility of the township and county.
11. A Land Use Permit is required from Alcona Township and a building permit (when applicable) is required from Alcona County.
12. For all new construction (including additions/alterations to existing structures), a professional survey is required for the owner’s protection prior to the issuance of a building permit. If the Subdivision and Grounds Committee’s review of the plans and proposed site (item #4) deems the plot and lot stakes to be sufficient for the proposed construction, they have the authority to waive the requirement for a professional survey.
13. If the proposed construction requires a variance, under the provisions of Article I, Section 8 of the By-Laws, only the Lost Lake Woods Board of Directors has the authority to grant such a variance. A request must be submitted by the owner, in writing, to the Subdivision and Grounds Committee Chairperson, detailing each variance requested (if more than one) and the reasons for each. The Chairperson of the Subdivision and Grounds Committee will, in turn, notify on behalf of the owner, the appropriate adjacent property owner(s) (by registered letter at the owner’s expense) of the requested variance. A response indicating either “approve” or “disapprove” must be returned to the Chairperson of the Subdivision and Grounds Committee within thirty (30) days (a stamped, pre-addressed envelope will be included along with the notification). An affirmative reply from each is required for approval of the variance. Once all replies have been received, the Chairperson of the Subdivision and Grounds Committee will notify the owner. The owner must then request the Board of Directors to place the variance request on the agenda for the next available Board meeting. The Subdivision and Grounds Committee will provide the Board with all pertinent information regarding the variance request. The Board will then review the information provided and vote on whether to grant or not grant the variance request. Notification of the Board’s decision will be sent to the owner and the Subdivision and Grounds Committee Chairperson.
14. Article I, Section 8 of the Lost Lake Woods Association By-Laws is applicable.
15. The construction or installation of portable car ports (includes all forms of portables garages—aluminum, canvas, fiberglass, etc. and whether or not enclosed or permanently attached to the ground) is prohibited in the subdivision and on association property. This rule excludes storage sheds or other out buildings (800 sq. ft. max.) which are covered elsewhere in the Rules and Regulations and the Lost Lake Woods Association By-Laws.
16. Upon issuance of a Lost Lake Woods building permit, the member must begin construction within 12 months. At the end of this period, the permit is NULL AND VOID and the member must apply for a NEW permit.
17. A construction variance approved by the Lost Lake Woods Board of Directors must be started within 12 months of the variance approval date. If construction has not begun within this period, the variance is NULL AND VOID and the member must apply for a NEW variance.

Beach

1. Beach hours are generally 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Swimming is at the risk of the swimmer and children must be accompanied by an adult while on the beach. The Club provides no assurances of the presence of lifeguards.
2. All alcoholic beverages, glass containers and pets are prohibited on the beach and the parking area.
3. Safety comes first. Diving from the slide, pushing others from the raft, playing on ropes/buoys, roughhouse activity and similar conduct is prohibited.
4. No vehicle larger than a van or a pick-up truck may be parked in the beach parking lot without Manager approval. 8x11 approval slip must be displayed on dash and be visible from outside.

Watercraft

1. Watercrafts are prohibited in designated swimming areas.
2. Club watercraft may be rented at the storage shed on the beach, when it is staffed or at the Lodge and are available on a first come, first serve basis. Renters must wear personal flotation devices.
3. All privately owned watercraft, used on Club property, must have a registration sticker affixed, which is obtainable at the Lodge. No overnight mooring will be allowed without prior approval of the Manager; member assumes all risk and liability for moored craft.
4. Gas powered motors, operating or otherwise, are prohibited on all lakes. Electric trolling motors are permitted.
5. The storage of Club and member owned watercraft around the lakes is permitted in designated areas. Members owning watercraft not registered by May 31st of each year and stored in these areas will be fined immediately. The boat shall be impounded for thirty days and will then be disposed of. Impounded boats may be retrieved by acquiring a registration sticker and payment of the fine.

   The storage of trailered powerboats and other items is prohibited in these areas.

Pets and Other Animals

1. Dogs are not permitted at the beach. Dogs must be confined to the owner’s property or Club kennels. When off the owner’s property, in the subdivision or in the campground, dogs must be leashed or tethered.

   Barking dogs must be tended by the owner and kept indoors between the hours of 9:00 p.m. and 8 a.m.

2. Domesticated wild animals and hybrid breeds are prohibited.
3. Horseback riding is restricted to the recreational acreage. The area to the north of the maintenance barns is available for staging.

Fires and Fire Permits

1. Fires must be attended at all times and properly extinguished.
2. Fire containers on transient sites at the campground must be commercially manufactured and a minimum of 15 inches above ground level.
3. Fire containers on privately owned lots within the subdivision must be approved by the Manager and:
   1. Either commercially manufactured and a minimum of 15 inches above ground level;
   2. Or made of rings of metal or stone, 15 inches deep and a maximum of 36 inches in diameter.

      Refer to the campground rule section for rules governing campground fires.

4. The Club’s compost dump is available for the disposal of leaves and other natural debris and, as such, the burning of leaves and other natural debris in the subdivision is prohibited. The exception would be an approved campfire as defined in rule #3.
5. Permits must be obtained at the Lodge to start fires at the Deer Lake service area and the Bear Lake service area.
6. For safety reasons, the Manager has the authority to prohibit all fires during dry periods. Notice will be posted at the main gate and the Lodge.

Campground

1. The Lost Lake Woods Campground is designated as a recreational vehicle and tent campground. At least 10 sites will be reserved for transient use, with the balance reserved for seasonal sites.
   1. The campground is open from approximately April 1 to December 31 each year. Due to weather conditions, access to sites and water service may be limited during the early and late portions of the season, as determined by the Manager.
   2. From January 1 to March 31, limited camping is available, as determined by the Manager. Both transient and Seasonal Site residents are required to pay transient site fees for use when camping is permitted during this time period.
   3. When the campground is closed, the campground gate will be locked. Security staff can assist with off-season access (i.e. to remove a unit or remove something from a unit) by contacting the lodge.
   4. Transient users must register at the Lodge.
   5. Campsites shall not be subleased, rented, or loaned to a guest.
   6. Seasonal site camping is restricted to members in good standing and for member use only. Seasonal sites are limited to one per member and each site must have a recreational vehicle on the site during the rental period, unless arrangements are made with the Manager.
   7. Transient site camping is restricted to members in good standing and the guests of members in good standing.
   8. Persons renting the campsite will be held financially responsible for any and all damages done to campground property and equipment. Members are responsible for any damage done by their guests.
2. Seasonal resident status must be renewed by June 1 each year. Sites are assigned by the Club and are not transferable.
   1. Seasonal site residents must possess title of the recreational vehicle on their assigned site.
   2. The seasonal site rental period is from June 1 to May 31 of the following year. The rental agreement can be terminated by the Board due to disciplinary action, failure to comply with the Campground Rules, and unresolved safety related issues.
   3. Seasonal Site rental renewal requires full payment of the seasonal site fee by June 1. Failure to pay will result in forfeiture of the site assignment and termination of the rental agreement.
   4. Once a site is assigned by the Club, the assignment remains with the site resident and is transferred by the Club to the next seasonal rental period, provided the seasonal site resident status is maintained.
   5. Termination of the site rental agreement by the member or Club requires immediate removal of the recreational vehicle, personal property, shed, deck and storage units. Items not removed by the member, will be removed by the Club and associated costs will be billed to the member’s account.
   6. The Club will establish a list of member applications for seasonal sites. A member may designate three (3) sites in order of preference. Preferences will be honored based upon the date the application is received.
   7. Due to space limitations and for other good causes, the Manager may require seasonal site holders to change sites or prohibit the placement of a recreational vehicle on a site.
3. Only tents can be put on tent sites. Tent sites are limited to two (2) tents per site.

   One (1) tent is permitted on seasonal sites for use of the site holder and immediate family members covered by the Association membership. Tents must be removed when the site is not occupied.

4. Members and guests are responsible to ensure that the placement of their personal items does not interfere with the general maintenance and upkeep of the campground (i.e. lawn mowing).

   To assist the maintenance staff, picnic tables, grills, ORV’s, golf carts and other items must be placed on the gravel pad or on the deck when the site is not occupied.

   Sites must be maintained in good condition at all times. Installing items (i.e. flag poles, carpet on the ground, plant hangers, wooden walkways, plastic edging, paver/patio stones/bricks, rocks, landscape timbers or other edging, etc.) or leaving other items that impede the maintenance staff is not permitted. Bird feeders, plant hangers, satellite dishes and similar items may be attached to a deck, attached to the camping unit or installed on the gravel pad provided the placement does not interfere with general maintenance. Satellite dishes are limited to a four (4) foot diameter.

   Leaving items (i.e. bricks, lumber, pipes, etc.) or other debris under or around a unit is not permitted.

   No skirting is permitted on camping units. Only manufactured vinyl tire covers may be used.

   The planting of trees and shrubs is prohibited. Small flower gardens may be installed contiguous to a deck provided it does not impede the maintenance staff.

   When, in the opinion of the Manager, these are not being done, the Manager will take corrective measures and bill the member’s account.

5. Transient site users may make a reservation at the lodge. Cancellations are subject to the same notice and cancellation charge as required for lodging rooms.
6. Recreational vehicles are limited to 102 inches in width, exclusive of slide-outs and will be no more than 38 feet long. Recreational vehicles must comply with ANSI A119.2.

   No unit may be placed on a seasonal site without the authorization of the Manager.

   Recreational vehicle electrical service connection must utilize a power cable that meets the minimum rating of the vehicle’s electrical service. Power cables must not be buried.

   Camping units are limited to tents and recreational vehicles that can be licensed for use on the highways (i.e. pop-up trailers, trailers, motor homes, busses, fifth wheels) by the State of Michigan and must meet all current state operating and safety standards. Park models, mobile homes, and non-permanent dwellings (i.e. mini cabin units) are prohibited.

   Units must be maintained in a safe and road ready condition (i.e. must have tires and tires that are inflated, etc.). The appearance and condition of camping units, decks and sheds are to be maintained to acceptable levels, as determined by the Manager.

7. Clotheslines are not permitted.
8. Vehicles must remain on established roads. The speed limit is 10 mph.
9. ORV’s, golf carts and similar items may be stored on a site provided the item is parked on the gravel pad. Such items must be removed by December 1, unless arrangements are made with the Manager. If the site is not occupied by a recreational vehicle, such items must be removed, unless arrangements are made with the Manager.
10. The installation and maintenance of decks, sheds are subject to the following provisions:
    1. No decks, sheds, storage lockers or deck storage shall be installed or replaced without approval of the Manager. Club construction and other required permits must be submitted and approved prior to installation.
    2. One deck per site is permitted, limited to a maximum of ten (10) feet wide by twenty-five (25) feet long (or the length of the unit, whichever is shorter), and must be a minimum of eight (8) inches off the ground, with a maximum height of eighteen (18) inches or the height of the entrance door, whichever is less. A four (4) foot setback is required at the sides and back of the lot.
    3. Decks are to be constructed only of treated, cedar, or composite deck lumber (2x6 inch or 5/4x 6 inch decking), with a minimum 2x6 inch joist. Permanent footings are prohibited.
    4. Seasonal site holders needing gravel for the unit pad or short walk area to a deck or unit pad can contact the lodge. No charge will be made for gravel.
    5. Sheds must be a maximum of 8 X 8 feet (7.5 feet tall maximum) and be constructed of either vinyl , ABS plastic, or fiberglass material and placed at either the back of the site, on the deck, at the entrance side of the recreational vehicle, or next to the rear of the recreational vehicle. A three (3) foot setback from the back and sides of the lot is required. Sheds placed next to the recreational vehicle must not block any exhaust vents.
    6. The size and shape of some sites may not permit the use of the maximum allowable sized shed or deck and may be restricted to a smaller deck or shed.
    7. No more than two (2) storage lockers or deck storage units are allowed, and must be constructed of either vinyl, ABS plastic, or fiberglass material. The combined footprint of the storage lockers and storage units must not exceed 17 sq. feet. Storage locker height is restricted to 7 feet, and deck storage unit height is restricted to 4.5 feet. Lockers and deck storage units may be placed at the sides and rear of the recreational vehicle, on the deck, or at the rear of the site. A two(2) foot setback from the back and sides of the site is required. Lockers or units placed next to the recreational vehicle must not block any exhaust vents.
    8. Under state regulations, an unobstructed path of not less than 4 feet must be maintained between recreational vehicles. Sheds and storage units shall not be placed in the front of the camping unit.
11. No campfire devises may be installed without the approval of the Manager. Only portable manufactured fireplaces may be approved. Bricks, stones, washtubs, tire rims and other similar fire containers are prohibited. Club fire hazard procedures do apply.
12. Only portable manufactured screened porches attached directly to the trailer or RV are allowed. No doorframes or other construction materials can be installed.
13. Pets must be tethered at all times. Pet pens and doghouses are prohibited. Owners are responsible for cleaning up after their pets. Owners are responsible to assure that dogs do not disturb others by barking or exhibit other unacceptable behavior.
14. The use of the main laundry and shower facilities is limited to campground occupants only. The campground shower/laundry facilities are non-smoking areas.
15. No garbage is to be left on a site. Garbage is to be deposited in the dumpster at the maintenance barn at the posted disposal rates.
16. Respect your neighbors. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.

Tennis Courts and Softball Field

1. The tennis courts and softball field are open and free of charge to all members and guests.
2. Use of the tennis courts and softball field is on a first come, first serve basis.
3. The use of the softball field is prohibited during skeet, trap and sporting clay events and open hours for the shooting complex.

Camper/Trailer Storage Areas

General Rules

1. Storage is restricted to member owned items.
2. Stored items may not be personally occupied while in storage.
3. The Club assumes no responsibility for items stored, or their contents.
4. Fees are established by the Board for all storage areas. The fee will continue to be assessed until a registered site is formally relinquished through the office. There will be no refunds of assessed fees.
5. Storage sites are available on a first come, first serve basis. Stored items must be registered at the lodge. Identification tags will be issued for each stored item and must be displayed on the trailer hitch or attached to a visible location. Identification tags must be displayed on stored items while items remain in the storage area.
6. Stored items must be maintained in a movable condition.

Permanent Storage – Lost Lake Trail

1. The west side of the lot is reserved for storing items 17 feet and longer. Items less than 17 feet must be placed on the east side of the storage area.
2. Registered sites will be assigned and stored items must remain in (or return to) the assigned site while in the storage area.
3. Untagged items will be removed to the compost dump storage area and will be retained for 90 days. After 90 days untagged items will be disposed of.
4. If stored item is to be removed from the site for more than 30 days, authorization must be obtained from the office.
5. If an assigned site is vacant for more than 30 days without authorization from the office, the site is considered available.
6. Items, which may be stored are campers, travel trailers, fifth wheels, motor homes and trailered boats, ORV’s, snowmobiles and golf carts. (Storage is available at the Golf Course Cart Barn. Contact office for more information.) Automobiles, trucks, utility trailers, construction equipment or materials, and items that are not trailered are NOT ALLOWED in the storage area.

Compost Dump Storage Area

1. Registered sites will be assigned and stored items must remain in (or return to) the assigned site while in the storage area.
2. If stored item is to be removed from the site for more than 30 days, authorization must be obtained from the office.
3. If an assigned site is vacant for more than 30 days without authorization from the office, the site is considered available.
4. All untagged items, placed in this storage area by a member or at the direction of the Club Management, will be held for 90 days at which time the item will be disposed of.
5. Items, which may be stored, are campers, travel and utility trailers, fifth wheels, motor homes and trailered boats, ORV’s, snowmobiles and golf carts. Automobiles, trucks, construction equipment or materials, and items that are not trailered are NOT ALLOWED in the storage area.

Campground Storage – Wren Road

1. Each registered campsite member is limited to one storage site based on availability.
2. Items that may be stored are trailered boats and trailered ORV’s. No other items are to be in this storage area. The maximum length of a trailer cannot exceed 30 feet including the tongue.
3. Storage area is for temporary use only. Stored items may remain from April 1st through December 1st of each year. Stored items must conform to seasonal usage.
4. If an item is not removed by December 1, the item will be removed to the compost dump and held for 90 days. Unclaimed items will be disposed of after 90 days.

Fishing

1. All members and immediate family members who wish to fish on any of the Club lakes must obtain a Club fishing button from the Clubhouse. The fee for the button will be waived for members under the age of 17. A valid, State fishing license, if required by the State, is only necessary to fish on Badger Lake.
2. For guests to obtain a guest pass, they must have a valid, State fishing license if required by the State. The fee for the pass will be waived for guests under the age of 17. Guest fishing is restricted to Badger Lake and Club designated fishing derbies on other lakes.
3. Fishing on the trout ponds is limited to persons 12 years of age and under. A Club button, free of charge from the Lodge, is required along with a $10 deposit. There is a charge for fish caught. There is no catch and release on the ponds, and all fish must be kept.

Firearms and Weapons

1. There is no hunting nor discharge of firearms, air rifles, pellet guns, BB guns, arrows from a bow or crossbow or similar weapons in the subdivision or within the posted safety zones around the subdivision, except at rifle, skeet and trap or archery ranges.
2. Target practice and sighting in of firearms, in the woods, is prohibited.
3. The rifle range and archery range are available to members, immediate family members and guests. Youths ages 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Skeet, Trap and Sporting Clay Range

1. When the shotgun range is operating during regularly scheduled hours, no other shooting is allowed. The shotgun range is open weekends and holidays during the season from Memorial Day weekend through October. The shooting hours are set by the Shotgun Committee, as posted in the window of the skeet clubhouse.
2. The shotgun range may be used between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. except when the range is open or scheduled to be open. Those using the range when the range is officially closed may use their own equipment (hand trap, mechanical trap, etc.) providing they abide by all other shotgun range rules. Club traps, skeet clubhouse and other club equipment may not be used except under the specific presence and supervision of a Shotgun Committee member.
3. Those using the range under these conditions must shoot toward the regular shot drop area at all times and fire from a position, which will assure the shot will drop in the regular shot drop area. Shooting must be done from the usual positions as used in skeet and trap shooting.
4. There shall be no consumption of alcoholic beverages on the shooting day prior to using the range and no alcoholic beverages may be ingested while using the range.
5. Prohibited:
   1. All shotguns greater than 12 gauge.
   2. All ammunition having greater than 3 dram equivalent of powder.
   3. All shot larger than # 7 ½.
   4. All magnum or hunting loads (see patterning board below).
   5. All 12 gauge and 20 gauge ammunition greater than 2 ¾ inches in length.
6. The shotgun patterning board may be used under the same restrictions as above except no Committee member need be present. Hunting loads may be used for patterning a shotgun provided the area behind the patterning board is clear of people as far back as the archery range area. Patterning a shotgun is prohibited during an archery event.
7. For safety reasons and to provide for changes in conducting skeet, trap and sporting clay shooting, other necessary rules may be imposed by the Board of Directors as needed and will be published in the window of the skeet clubhouse.

Rifle Range

1. Rifle Range is open every day from 9am until 5 pm.
2. Anyone 16 years and under must have adult supervision.
3. Shoot only at targets, not at wood supports.
4. No bird shot allowed on the Rifle Range. The Trap Range has a patterning board for sighting in shotguns; you must abide by their rules.
5. Shooters must pick up their own targets. Targets are available at the lodge.
6. You must clear all firearms and do not handle them when checking targets and make sure your fellow shooters are aware of your intended target checks.
7. No Cross range shooting is allowed.
8. Do not leave loaded rounds at the range. There is a red post on the west side of the range for unfired rounds.
9. Only shoot at paper targets, no cans, bottles, or miscellaneous objects allowed in order to minimize the possibility of ricochet.
10. Non-members must be accompanied by member is good standing of the Lost Lake Woods Club to shoot at the range.
11. Alcoholic beverages are not allowed at the Rifle Range.

Archery Range

The use of broad head and hunting tips is prohibited unless an approved target is used.

Preserve Hunts

1. The preserve is available for scheduling of both Club and private hunts through the Manager’s office and are generally limited to a maximum of two (2) consecutive days.
2. Guests are permitted to participate in preserve shoots. The sponsoring member must be present.
3. When a preserve shoot is in progress the entire preserve is closed to other hunters.
4. All birds released on the preserve must be purchased through the Club.
5. A current, Michigan small game hunting license or game bird hunting preserve license is required for each participant.
6. No 10 gauge shotguns, no 3 inch magnum loads for 12 gauge shotguns and no shot bigger than #4’s are allowed.
7. The following additional rules for Field and Tower Shoots are distributed with each preserve shoot and participants are required to sign an acknowledgement of receipt of the rules and a waiver/release form.

Field and Tower Hunts

1. All hunters must attend a pre-shoot rules and safety briefing to be the morning of the scheduled hunt. All preserve rules will be explained and each hunter will be issued an Acknowledgement and Release Form to sign and return before the hunt. A copy of the hunting rules and a map of the Preserve will be passed out to each hunter. Each hunter must get a DNR Shipping Tag to possess or transport birds. Any hunter not attending the safety briefing will not be allowed to hunt.
2. The Preserve Area shall be closed to all other member usage during the scheduled preserve hunt, when posted including the following day for “clean up”, - i.e. scheduled hunt Saturday, “clean up” Sunday. (Only hunters who have registered and paid the hunt fee may hunt either day.)
3. Drop off birds only at designated field stations/signs for pick-up.
4. Hunter orange hat and/or vest must be worn at all times as required by State Law.
5. Sign-in at the Lodge is required each day, clean up included, for each hunter in the field.
6. Hunters must stay within Preserve boundaries while hunting. Field six (6) is no longer available. State Law and Club rules require sign-in for each and every day when hunting preserve released game in the Preserve area. This means every hunter, every day, seven days per week.
7. Absolutely no shooting of birds on the ground at any time (ground sloucing), or shooting birds in trees during a tower shoot.
8. Drop off birds only at designated field stations/signs for pick-up.
9. Members must accompany their guests while at the shooting preserve, hunt day and clean up, and are responsible for their guest’s actions.
10. Dogs must be kept under control at all times.
11. Do not shoot any forms of wildlife other than those that are released. You must carry your hunting license and I.D. used to purchase it (State Law).
12. No shooting between stations/between horns while moving or waiting to move to the next station during Tower Shoots.
13. Designated field Marshals will have the final say over any and all regulations.
14. Any hunter deemed by Marshals to be in violation of any rules or regulations, or acting in an un-sportsmanlike manner, will be required to leave the Preserve immediately with no refund of fees.
15. On the day of the scheduled field shoot, hunters and their dogs must stay within their assigned area within the Preserve for the entire period. You may switch areas with another group for the second half of the day, but must stay in that area until the end of the day (5:00 p.m.). The field Marshals must be notified if you wish to switch areas with another group. On clean up day, normally Sunday, you may hunt anywhere in the entire Preserve, which is open only to those hunters who participated in the scheduled hunt.
16. At conclusion of the Tower Shoot each hunter must pick up shells, boxes and trash at their last shooting station.
17. Members will be charged for hunt reservations if they do not cancel within ten (10) days of the hunt and if a substitute cannot be found.

General Hunting and Harvest Reporting

1. If, when still hunting, you come across a hunter in an established blind, leave the area.
2. Do not sit near, still hunt near or erect a stand within 250 paces (625 feet) of an occupied, established blind. Safety prevails in the application of this rule. Any deviation from this rule must be approved in advance, in writing, by the blind committee and the manager and filed in the member’s LLWC file.
3. Lost Lake Woods Club Harvest limits are established by the Board of Directors.
4. All hunters must stop and present their hunting buttons at the main woods gate, when staffed.
5. All members must have a current membership sticker attached to the windshield of their vehicle and be a member in good standing before being allowed in the woods.
6. Guests and non-members are not permitted in the woods during rifle deer season.
7. Yearly hunting rules and regulations, harvest limits and other requirements (i.e. antlers requirements, access times to the undivided property, etc.) are published annually following Board approval and are available at the Lodge.
8. The Michigan DNRE from time to time establishes “special seasons” for a given Calendar Year. The following is the application of these “special seasons” at Lost Lake Woods Club unless otherwise posted:
   1. Any Special Early Youth Rifle Deer Hunt at LLWC will be restricted to Antlerless Deer only.
9. Guests or non-members are not permitted to hunt nor accompany members in good standing who are hunting or trapping on any LLWC hunting ground, with the exception of the pheasant preserve shoots. In addition, one non-hunting non-member, between the ages of 8-17, may accompany the hunting member who is hunting or trapping the LLWC hunting ground with the appropriate guest pass issued at the lodge.
10. Appropriate State and Federal licenses and Club hunting buttons are required.
11. Club hunting buttons are required to hunt on LLWC property, with the exception of preserve shoots and are available at the Lodge.
    1. Buttons must be worn in clear sight.
    2. For identification purposes, buttons must be presented upon request of a LLWC staff member or another Club member.
    3. Lost hunting buttons may be replaced by purchasing a new button.
12. Non-hunting members, accompanying a hunting member on a deer hunt, must have a permit attainable from the Lodge at no charge and may not carry a firearm.
13. Turkey, deer and bear must be reported, in person to the Lodge or gate attendant upon leaving the woods.
14. Any game transported through LLWC wild lands must meet the LLWC harvest rule requirements, and shall be deemed as harvested on LLWC property and subject to LLWC rules.
15. "Sportsmanship Amnesty" – Any hunter who voluntarily contacts the Manager within 24 hours for shooting a deer that does not meet the LLWC size limits may avoid further penalties by contributing $100 to LLWC, earmarked for Conservation. Amnesty may only be granted once per lifetime to a given hunter.

Fur Trapping

Fur trapping is prohibited within the following areas: Hunting Preserve, Subdivision and Subdivision Safety Zone.

Raccoon Hunting

Raccoon hunting is prohibited from Nov. 10 – 30. Only member owned dogs are permitted.

Bear Hunting

The use of dogs to hunt bear is prohibited.

Waterfowl Hunting

1. Waterfowl hunting on Beaver Lake will be morning only (before 12:00 noon) the first two weeks of Duck Season.
2. Hunters must be present when their decoys are deployed.

Deer, Turkey and Migratory Bird Blinds

1. Definitions:

   Stand – Pre-manufactured/home made tree stand able to support 200 lbs. minimum and be affixed to a tree that can support the stand and hunter.

   Portable manufactured ground blinds – Fabric ground blinds which must follow the same tagging rules as ground blinds and tree stands.

2. Deer (archery and rifle) blind tags are required and may be obtained at the Lodge, in person, with presentation of appropriate, valid hunting license.
   1. Archery blinds may be erected in the woods beginning the first Saturday in August at 9 a.m.
   2. Any tagged permanent ground deer blind not re-tagged by October 15th is considered abandoned and may be tagged by another member or may be subject to demolition and removal as directed by the club manager.
   3. No new permanent ground blinds may be constructed between November 1 and December 1.
   4. No rifle blind tags shall be issued after October 15th.
   5. All tagged firearm ground blinds must be identified by GPS coordinates. GPS information will be used for Club purposes only and will not be used to identify any individual’s blind location for publication. Each member will be required to provide this information to the office in order to obtain a blind tag f.
3. Each hunting button holder is entitled to receive a maximum of 1 rifle and 2 archery blind tags, in person, with presentation of appropriate, valid State hunting license.
   1. Permanent ground blinds must be constructed exclusively of natural, dead materials found in the woods. (No man-made or manufactured materials are allowed. Any metal fasteners are NOT to be used for the attachment into living trees.
   2. Portable manufactured ground blinds made of fabric may be used for deer hunting.
   3. Portable manufactured ground blinds made of fabric MAY be used during firearm and muzzle loading season with the following constraints:
      1. 1. Portable blinds may ONLY be used within 10 ft of the hunters own tagged rifle ground blind and must NOT encroach on the 250 pace distance to an adjacent blind except as noted in Rule 1b.
      2. 2. Portable blinds MUST have a 4 sq-ft hunter orange “cap” visible from all sides.
      3. 3. Portable blinds must be removed at the end of the season, rifle or muzzle, it may NOT be left in the woods between seasons. Blinds left after Jan. 2 will be considered abandoned and forfeited to the Club. The member will be charged $250 for its removal. The portable blind will be removed by direction of the Manager.
   4. Portable manufactured ground blinds made of fabric may be used for turkey hunting and must be removed on a daily basis.
   5. Any elevated firearm tree stand must be within 50 feet of the hunter’s own tagged rifle blind and must not encroach on the 250 pace distance to an adjacent blind except as noted in Rule 1b.
   6. Permanent ground blinds may use tarps as temporary roofs. These materials cannot be installed prior to one week before the Nov. 15-30 firearm season and must be removed at the end of the Nov. 15-30 firearm season. Structures to support the tarps must be made of natural materials the same as the blind requirements.
4. No firearm permanent ground blind or stand may be constructed/erected within 250 paces (625 feet) of another hunter’s blind or present a visible safety hazard at any distance.
5. No archery blind/stand may be constructed or erected within 150 paces (375 feet) of another hunter’s archery blind.
6. All non-natural hunting paraphernalia must be removed by January 2nd.
   1. All tree stands found between April 1 and the first Saturday in August at 9 a.m. will be forfeited to the Club. The member will be charged $250. The stand will be removed by the direction of the Manager.
   2. All non-natural materials left in or around ground blinds after April 1 may be removed at the direction of the manager. The member may be charged up to $250 for clean-up costs.”
7. All raised platform stands must be temporary in nature. The use of screws, nuts/bolts, wire and similar materials to attach stands or ladder devices to a tree, in a permanent nature, is prohibited. One T-bar screw can be used to secure a platform stand. Screw in devices for steps are not permitted.
8. No tagged ground blind or portable manufactured ground blind may be occupied by another person before 8:00 a.m. without the permission of the hunter to whom the tag was issued.
   1. A tagged, ground blind or portable manufactured ground blind may be occupied, by other than the hunter to whom the tag was issued, after 8:00 a.m. unless personal items are present demonstrating a temporary absence. The blind must be relinquished upon the arrival of the hunter to whom the tag was issued.
   2. A tagged archery area may be occupied by other than the hunter to whom the tag was issued after 8:00 a.m. (Archery area is defined as 150 paces (375 feet) from the tagged blind/stand). The area must be relinquished upon the arrival of the hunter to whom the tag was issued and all hunting paraphernalia must be removed as well.
9. Hunting from another hunter’s elevated/raised stand is prohibited.
10. Migratory bird hunting blinds on Lost Lake Woods Club must be constructed, placed, identified and removed in accordance with those placed on public lakes per state law.
11. Disputes related to blinds are to be directed to the Manager, who must immediately notify the Conservation Committee of the dispute for help in resolution.
12. Shooting Lanes: The cutting of live saplings and brush to create a limited number of shooting lanes from a hunting blind is permitted within the following guidelines:
    1. A lane is to be: No wider than 3 feet (wide enough to walk through) and no longer than 50 yards.
    2. No tree greater than 1 ½ “in diameter is to be cut
    3. No cutting of evergreens
    4. No more than 3 lanes are to be cut around each blind (360 degrees)
    5. MAKE USE OF NATURAL BREAKS AND OPENINGS AS MUCH AS POSSIBLE

Golf

Care of the Golf Course

1. All golfers are expected to assist in maintaining playing conditions on the course. Divots are to be replaced or filled with turf mix. Bunkers are to be raked and rakes placed outside the bunker and parallel to the fairway. Ball marks are to be repaired on the putting surfaces. Any litter found on the course should be picked up and disposed of properly.
2. Carts should be parked on the cart paths when possible. Carts should never be driven closer than 30 feet to greens, tees or bunkers.
3. When on a green, care must be taken to avoid damaging the hole when removing or replacing the flagstick or by standing too close to the hole.
4. Avoid taking divots, particularly on tees, when taking practice swings.

Golf Course Operating Times

1. Starting times may be obtained in person or by phone seven calendar days ahead of the date desired by calling the Golf Shop at (989) 736-8412.
2. Reserved tee times are established Tuesday morning for Women’s Day, Wednesday morning for Men’s Day and Thursday morning for Couple’s Day. Play prior to these reserved times is permitted with authorization of the Golf Professional.
3. Each member is allotted two special tee time requests per year. These tee time requests are to be directed, in writing, to the Golf Professional.
4. Special tee time requests for large groups (groups who would take up to 20 tee times) will be handled on an individual basis as approved at the discretion of the Golf Professional and the Manager.
5. Advance notice is expected for cancellations. Failure to cancel may result in the denial of future tee time privileges.
6. Members and guests are expected to arrive at the course at least 15 minutes prior to their tee times. It is expected that play proceed at a pace of about 4 hours for 18 holes. “Helpful hints”:
   1. Keep pace with the group ahead.
   2. Hit or putt when ready, unless it interferes with other players.
   3. Line up putt while others are putting.
   4. When using a golf cart, drop off other player, and then proceed to your own ball.
   5. Allow faster players to play through.
7. Fivesomes are permitted only with the permission of the Golf Professional.
8. Twosomes and singles may be asked to join another group during times of heavy play to help facilitate play.

Guest Policy

1. Members are responsible for the actions of their guests and for informing them of the Rules and Play and for keeping the pace of play to a 2 hour round for 9 holes and 4 hours for 18 holes.
2. Members are responsible for informing their guests about the Dress Code, care of the course, golf cart rules and etiquette while on the course.

Order Of Play

1. All play will start from the #1 tee. No play will be permitted from the #10 tee or any other tee without the permission of the Golf Professional or other Staff. Priority must be given to those groups that started on the #1 tee and are playing 18 holes.
2. Any members or guests wishing to compete in Club handicapped events must have an established USGA handicap.
3. All USGA members are required to turn in each score at the end of the round. In accordance with USGA regulations, any player who plays a round for which a score was not presented will have a score posted equal to the players best score of his/her last 20 scores.
4. Scores should be posted in the score-posting book in the golf shop, or if the golf shop is closed, leave scorecards in the box located outside the golf shop door.
5. The range facility is provided for practice. Practice balls are available at the golf shop for use on the practice range only.
6. The practice range hours of operation are: April until 5:00 p.m., May until 6:00 p.m., June, July and August until 8:00 p.m., September and October change according to the weather, but it is usually open until 5:00 p.m.
7. All children, under the age of twelve, must be supervised by an adult when on the course or practice range.
8. Players under the age of 12 are not permitted to play before 12:00 p.m. on Men’s Women’s or Couple’s Days unless approved by the Golf Professional.
9. When weather conditions warrant, and when the golf shop staff signals with three blasts of the siren, all golfers must immediately leave the course and take shelter at the golf shop, cart barn, maintenance area or designated shelters on the course.
10. During inclement conditions, signs may be posted on the course. All players must observe the instructions posted on the signs.

Golf Cart Policy

1. Member-owned carts used on the course must be registered at the golf shop on a daily or annual basis.

   A cart with an annual sticker affords unlimited use throughout the year.

2. Each member who co-owns a golf cart is responsible for registering that golf cart…i.e. there must be two registration stickers for that single cart.
3. No person under the age of 16 shall operate a Club or privately owned cart unless a parent or guardian is present in the same cart.
4. Carts are not permitted inside 30 feet from tees, greens, or bunkers, unless they are in established cart paths.
5. All carts are required to observe directional signs.

Golf Course Dress Code

All members, guests and their families must abide by the following dress code:

1. Appropriate golf attire must be worn at all times. NO tank tops, halter-tops, fishnet tops or bathing suits. NO athletic shorts, cut-off jeans of any color or short shorts.
2. Only non-metal spikes, soft spikes or spike-less shoes may be worn on the golf course.
3. Members are responsible for the actions of their guests, including compliance with the requirements of the dress code.

Enforcement of Golf Course Rules

The golf professional and staff have the authority to enforce these rules and to remove an individual from the course for rules infractions.

Snowmobiles, ATVs, ORVs, Motorbikes and Other Recreational Vehicle

1. Vehicles owned by members must be registered at the Lodge. No non-member ATVs, ORVs, motorbikes, golf carts, off road trucks/jeeps or other recreational vehicles will be allowed on LLWC property. This excludes camping vehicles used in the campground and registered guest snowmobiles.
2. Vehicles must not be used to pursue wildlife.
3. During rifle deer season, these vehicles are subject to the same restrictions as automotive transportation.
4. Guests shall not ride without the sponsoring member being present and must be on a member owned vehicle with the exception of those stated in Rule #1 above.
5. Any child under the age of 16 must successfully complete the ORV safety certification course (offered free of charge at LLWC). Participants who successfully complete the course will be issued, and must display when operating an ORV, a certification button.
   1. No person under the age of 16 may operate any 3-wheeled ATV (State Law).
   2. No child under the age of 10 may operate any 4-wheeled ATV (State Law).
   3. Children who are between the ages of 10-15 may operate 4-wheeled ATVs, motorbikes, snowmobiles and golf carts only when under the supervision of an adult.
   4. No one under the age of 10 may operate a gas or electric powered motorized vehicle.
6. The operator of a vehicle on Club property must come to an immediate stop and provide club

   required information when visibly hailed by a member of security, the Club Manager or a Club

   member.

7. The use of vehicles, excepting golf carts operated by persons over 16 years of age, within the boundaries of the subdivision, lodge, beach, and campgrounds is restricted to transit from point of origin to forest acreage specified destination.
8. The operator is responsible for the following equipment requirements:
   1. ORV operators and all passengers must wear a U.S. DOT approved crash helmet and protective eyewear or goggles except when the ORV is equipped with an approved roof AND the operator and passengers are wearing properly adjusted and fastened safety belts.
   2. The ORV must have:
      1. A braking system in good working condition that operates by either hand or foot.
      2. A throttle system designed to, automatically and immediately, return the engine speed to idle when pressure is released.
      3. A U.S. Forest Service approved spark arrester and muffler, in good working condition and in
      4. Designed, manufactured accommodations for seating for each passenger.
9. If operated during the hours of one-half hour after sunset to one-half hour before sunrise must also have and display all of the following:
   1. a lighted headlight and a lighted tail light
   2. a brake light which is brighter than the tail light

Miscellaneous Provisions for all Vehicles

1. All member vehicles must have a Club sticker. No guest ATVs, ORVs, motorbikes, golf carts, off road trucks/jeeps and other recreational vehicles will be allowed on LLWC property. This excludes camping vehicles used in the campground and registered guest snowmobiles.
2. The entire golf course is closed to all vehicular traffic except for Club owned and member owned golf carts.
3. The entire beach area and areas adjacent to the Lodge are closed to vehicular traffic.
4. Vehicles must remain on established roads and marked trails.
5. All vehicles in the woods must have the appropriate Club identification sticker .

   Guest automotive vehicles are only allowed on the main trail with a Club identification pass.

6. To enhance the snowmobiling & Cross Country skiing experience, all wheeled vehicles (cars, trucks, ATVs, motorcycles, Gator-type vehicles, etc) are prohibited from travel on snow-covered, groomed snowmobile trails and snow-covered, groomed Cross Country ski trails. All vehicular traffic is prohibited from Cross Country ski trails.

LLWC Equestrian Rules & Regulations

Paramount Rules

1. In addition to these rules, the Club may require a signed liability waiver and/or boarding contract.
2. All incoming horses must have a health certificate within 30 days prior to arrival, all recommended vaccinations, and a current negative Coggins test.
3. Horses being brought in for trail riding may not enter the stable area and are not allowed to come into contact with boarded or Club horses anywhere on Club property without pre-approval of the stable manager and production of necessary health certificates.
4. There will be NO SMOKING OR ALCOHOLIC beverages in the stable area.
5. Horse trailer storage is not permitted at the stables.
6. LLWC is not responsible for loss, damage or injury to your horse, tack, equipment, trailer, etc.

Safety

1. Protective headgear and proper footwear must be worn at all times when mounted. Approved ASTM-SEI safety helmets with properly adjusted chin harness must be worn while riding. Shoes/boots should have a heel.
2. Riding in the subdivision is not permitted.
3. Boarders are STRONGLY encouraged to ride with someone else. If you need to go out alone, we recommend that you notify the front desk where you intend to go and how long you intend to be gone. If possible, please take a cell phone or a Club radio.
4. No riding double on a horse.
5. Riding is done at your own risk.
6. Please report any broken rails, fences, holes, etc. to the stable manager.
7. Dogs are not allowed in the stable area or on Club horse trails.
8. Horses must not be in cross ties at busy times, or left tied and unattended at any time.
9. Check horses and equipment before and after use.
10. No riding horses in the barn.
11. Close all gates behind you.
12. Only one horse allowed in the barn aisle at one time.
13. No rough housing, careless activity or running in the barn or around the horses.
14. No horse is to be moved without a halter and lead rope.
15. Children must be attended by an adult at all times.

Horse Care

1. Partial boarders are responsible for their own horse’s care, equipment, and stall.
2. Equestrian staff is responsible for all full board horses. Unless prior arrangements are made, only employees are to feed the animals.
3. Members are asked to travel in pairs and check-in at the lodge prior to visiting the stables and are welcome to do so until the woods gate is locked for the evening (11:00pm). Guests are not allowed unless escorted by the member or by prearrangement with staff.
4. If you would like to make a change in your horse’s care, (i.e., hay, sawdust, feed, etc.) please DO NOT help yourself - Equestrian staff will be glad to assist you.

Riding Etiquette

1. The club has many lovely places to ride; please take advantage of them and promote the program whenever possible.
2. Please try to pass on the left side when riding near others. Ask permission to pass.
3. If someone is having trouble with a horse, please give them the necessary space.
4. Please use common sense when lunging a horse while others are riding.
5. During the trail riding season the club-owned horses take priority to maintain the riding schedule!

Neatness

1. Please hang tack neatly in the tack room.
2. Each boarder is assigned ONE saddle rack, one bridle rack, and one shelf per horse boarded.
3. Boarders should provide their own tack cleaning supplies, liniments, lunging equipment, wraps, etc. Anything that does not fit very neatly on your bridle hook, on your saddle rack, or on your shelf needs to be stored in your labeled trunk.
4. Please clean up any mess you or your horse makes immediately, including manure--- not after you’re done grooming, not after you’re done riding, not after you’re done for the day.
5. Do not leave equipment in front of your stall or at cross ties.
6. Please store blankets neatly. Please keep only the blankets you REALLY need. The rest must be kept in your trunk or at home.
7. Each boarder is allowed tack space for the number of horses they are boarding. Tack not being used routinely must be stored elsewhere.

Enforcement

The Club’s By-Laws extend to the Board the authority to establish and interpret these Rules and Regulations and to take necessary action when they have been violated. The rules set forth herein are deemed to be in addition to any requirements of state or federal law and the Club’s By-Laws.

Club staff have also been delegated enforcement authority in certain areas under these Rules and Regulations.