March 2018 Canopy

March 2018
Newsletter of the Amelia Island Plantation Community Association

Sunken Forest reopens in Amelia Island Plantation

Closed for more
than six years,
Sunken Forest
has been restored to its
former glory, including
500 feet of upgraded
boardwalk.The new entry
is more handicapped
accessible, leading to two
platforms where one can
sit and take in the unique
maritime forest.
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AIPCA Continued from Page 1
5542 First Coast Hwy. Suite 400
Fernandina Beach FL 32034 Platforms offer beach views
(904) 491-9850 | [email protected]
www.aipca.net Steps rise to the upper observation platforms where visi-
Mission tors may enjoy spectacular views of our beautiful beach.
Amelia Island Plantation Community The entrance to Sunken Forest is on BeachWood Road be-
Association’s mission is to serve its tween the Omni Resort and Sandcastles condominiums. It
members by enhancing property values, will have the usual park hours of sunrise to sunset. Over
preserving and protecting the natural time, educational opportunities will be added, via signage
beauty and legacy of our community and and the mobile app.
offering superior amenities and services.
Previous Common Properties Committee Chair Carol Simon, who
2018-19 AIPCA Officers & Directors oversaw the Sunken Forest project, current Chair Bob Stichweh, and
President President Jeff Packer at the reopening ceremony February 22.
Jeff Packer| [email protected]
Vice President
Rick Mesard| [email protected]
Treasurer
Lizbeth Schuler| [email protected]
Secretary
Tom Sutton| [email protected]
Directors
Brad Church | [email protected]
Danny Leeper (Omni appointee) |

[email protected]
Bob Schmonsees| [email protected]
Donald Stamets (Omni appointee) |

[email protected]
Bob Stichweh| [email protected]
Joe Turk| [email protected]
Joe Warren| [email protected]

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Conquer car week

Get ready for lots of cars on and off the road

The second weekend in March is one of the highest traffic times of the year on the south end of Amelia
Island as car lovers come to participate in a variety of automobile shows and auctions.

The big 3 in Amelia Island Plantation The big 3 on Amelia Island

Thu & Fri March 8-9 Wed & Thu March 7-8

Gooding & Company Auction & Preview Bonhams Auction & Preview
Racquet Park Fernandina Beach Golf Club

Fri March 9 Thu thru Sat March 8-10

Porsche Club of AmericaWerks Reunion RM Sotheby’s Auction & Preview
Oak Marsh 1st & 2nd fairways Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island

Sat March 10 Fri thru Sun March 9-11

Festivals of Speed Display of Exotics Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance
Oak Marsh 9th fairway Ritz-Carlton & Golf Club of Amelia Island

These events and others will significantly increase traffic along First Coast Highway March 8-11. For a
rundown on all the events, go to www.ameliaisland.com. Be prepared!

Add time for delays into Expect traffic congestion at the David
your travel plans. Gregory Gate (next to Racquet Park)
Thursday & Friday, March 8-9, and
Plan your route & consider the Main Gate Friday & Saturday,
your options, including March 9-10.
using the Dunes Club Gate
and accessing the westside Entry for the PorscheWerks Reunion
of the community via the Friday March 9 will be through the
Cooper Bridge. gates at Don NealWay (opposite
Racquet Park) and Ron KolarWay
Please be patient in traffic. (opposite the Main Gate). Nassau
County Sheriff's Office and AIPCA
Security officers will monitor entry.

Entry for the Festivals of Speed
Saturday March 10 will be through
the Commercial Gate.

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Community Snapshots

Neighbors Night Out January 15

Norm & Maggie Wentworth Linda & Bill Farthing

Save the dates for Neighbors Night Out

Neighbors Night Out is the third Monday of every other month (through
September) at the Property Owners Club, 203 Sea Marsh Road.
Remaining dates are May 21, July 16, and September 17.

Doors open at 5:30 pm. Ice-breaker activity starts promptly at 5:45 pm. Dinner
buffet catered by The Ocean Club of Amelia opens at 6:30. Bring your own
alcoholic beverages and mixers if desired.

$30 per adult; $15 per child 12 and under. Payment via cash or check payable to
AIPCA only; no Amelia Island Club or credit cards accepted.

Seating is limited for Neighbors Night Out. Reservations and cancellations to
[email protected] by theThursday before the event.

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Annual Meeting February 3 Community Snapshots

Photos by Walter Petersen

David Miller, James Miller Buz Stevenson, Sheriff Bill Leeper Raylene & Marty Scholtens

Sylvie & Dooley Baxter Penney Burnett, Bill Gingrich Nancy & Jim Williams

Outgoing President Larry Jones, Board Member Rick Mesard,
Incoming President Jeff Packer Amelia Plantation Chapel Pastor Ted Schroder

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Community Snapshots

Sunset at Walker’s February 7

Marilyn & Bob Iden Jim & Bethann Campbell The Macy’s

Barry Dimson, Pamela Laurence Keith & Marilyn Erdahl Jim Holland, Dan Bloemer

Save the dates for Sunset at Walker's

Sunset atWalker’s Potluck & Dance is the firstWednesday of every other month
(through October) atWalker’s Landing. Remaining dates are April 4, June 6,
August 1, and October 3.

Doors open at 5:30 pm. Potluck buffet line opens at 6 pm. Bring a dish to share and
beverages for your party. Dinnerware, flatware, cups and ice provided.

$10 per person. Payment by cash or check only; no credit or Amelia Island Club
cards accepted.

RSVP to [email protected] by the Monday before the event.

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Community Snapshots

Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast February 8

AIPCA hosted its annual Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast at Walker's
Landing. More than 150 people assisted the Association as volunteers
in 2017. Thank you! We couldn't have done it without you.

Bob Albert,
Lyn Rion,
Susanne
Brisach

Mary Brannon, Bob & Cathy Randall

Leslie Prusi, Fred Abood Dick McCormick, Chris Kirwan Mary & Ken Axetell

Helen Eustace Cook, Jackye Rubin Bob Spaeth, Sue Braddock Susan Walsh, Paul Kayser, Tony Ostrom
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March 2018 Calendar

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GOODING & COMPANY AUCTION NEIGHBORS NIGHT OUT THOUGHTFUL THURSDAY

Annual multi-million-dollar auction of Enjoy an evening of big fun and good Learn about using Florida-friendly
outstanding collectible cars food with your neighbors plants in your landscape
When: 11 am When: 5:30 pm; activity starts 5:45 pm When: 5:15 pm presentation; beer/
Where: Racquet Park Where: Property Owners Club, 203 Sea wine bar opens 4:45 pm
Tickets: $30 pp; www.goodingco.com Marsh Road Where: Property Owners Club, 203 Sea
Preview: 9 am-6 pm March 8 Watch: $30 adults; $15 children. Bring Marsh Road
your own alcoholic beverage if desired. Cost: Free. Cash bar; payment by
RSVP: [email protected] by March 15 Amelia Island Club or credit cards only

3.3 REMOTE CONTROLLED MODEL BOATS SAIL 3.14 SAISSA BOARD OF TRUSTEES

When: 10 am When: 3 pm
Where: Red Maple Lake Where: Amelia Island Management, 5440 First Coast Hwy.
Info: www.saissa.com
3.4 GARRICK OHLSSON CONCERT
3.16 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Pianist performs as part of Amelia Island Chamber Music Festival
When: 5 pm When: 9 am
Where: Amelia Plantation Chapel, 36 Bowman Road Where: Property Owners Club, 203 Sea Marsh Road
Tickets: $50-$60 pp; www.aicmf.com or (904) 261-1779 Watch: www.livestream.com/aipcavideo

3.9 PORSCHE CLUB OF AMERICA WERKS REUNION 3.16 NEWCOMERS ORIENTATION TOUR & RECEPTION

Porsche owners display a variety of models For new Amelia Island Plantation property owners
When: 7 am-3 pm When: 3 pm
Where: Oak Marsh 1st & 2nd fairways Info: [email protected]

3.10 FESTIVALS OF SPEED DISPLAY OF EXOTICS COMING IN APRIL

300+ exotic cars, motorcycles, watercraft and luxury brands 4.4.18 Sunset at Walker’s Potluck & Dance, 5:30 pm
When: 10 am-4 pm Walker’s Landing, 1 Walker’s Landing
Where: Oak Marsh 9th fairway $10 pp. Bring dish to share; beverages for party
Tickets: $20 pp; www.festivalsofspeed.com RSVP to [email protected] by April 2
4.6.18 Cummer Amelia Garden Walk in AIP, 1-4 pm
3.11 FOUR HANDS GO FOR BAROQUE $20 members, $30 non-members advance; $40 day of
(904) 899-6007 or [email protected].
Free concert by organist Dr. Ross Ellison, pianist Dr. Anita Boyle 4.7.18 Remote Controlled Model Boats Sail, 10 am
Renfroe Red Maple Lake
When: 4-5 pm 4.13.18 Sounds on Center Court, 6 pm
Where: Amelia Island Plantation Chapel, 36 Bowman Road Stadium Court in Racquet Park
Free concert by KTG
3.14 ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD

When: 2 pm
Where: Omni Conference Center, 39 Beach Lagoon
Info: www.aip-arb.com

All events subject to change & cancellation | Complete information at Community Calendar at www.aipca.net

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