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The Daily Breeze, August 14

Posted on August 14, 2012 by basinharbor

Week 32
Tuesday
August 14, 2012

Sunrise and Sunset
5:55 am 8:00 pm

Local Weather (Subject to Change!)
The Harbor is expected to reach a high of 84 degrees by the afternoon, with a chance of thundershowers.

Guest News
Today is a special day for Joe and Anne D’Anna, who are celebrating their 60th Anniversary! Congratulations! We wish you many more happy years together.

Happy Birthday to Erika Lopez! Erika is celebrating her 15th birthday today, and it’s her 13th Basin Harbor celebration. Joining in the festivities are her extended BHC family friends, the Halperns, Shores, Snyders, and Wingets. Have a fantastic day!

Bingo News
Plaudits to the Bingo winners on Sunday—and what a game we had! Lili Winget of Frederick, MD kicked off the night with her Regular Bingo win, followed by Anni Gundeck of LaGrange, NY who scooped up the prize for X Marks the Spot. Postage Stamp was dominated by Tia Pogue from Westport, CT, and Catie Vinch from Lawrenceville, NJ took home the pile for Four Corners. Picture Frame resulted in a four-way tie between Sara Meier of Sudbury, MA, Carolyn Ruvkun from New York City, Abby Seidman of Westchester, NY, and Addison Keller from New York. Our High Stakes game belonged to Sophie Martin of Marshefield, MA, and Losers Bingo produced a total non-Loser named Graydon Schweizer from Alexandria, VA. Our Blackout champion of the night, the infamous Greg Jakubik from Lake Forest, IL, became the envy of night when he scored a massive stack of cash in the sum of $450! Why, that’s enough to buy a creemee for everyone at Basin Harbor!

Fishing News
What a day down at the docks! Yesterday’s Fishing Derby turned up quite a talented group of anglers. Dan Keller from Albany, NY reeled in three fish, while Quinn Keller and Peter DiNatale of Wallingford, CT each caught four of them, tying for Most Fish Caught. Quinn also reeled in the Smallest! Honors of Biggest Fish went to Vincenzo DiNatale of Wallingford, CT who caught a whopper—the biggest fish of the summer!

Nature News
Wildlife sighting! Thomas and James Christian from Massapequa Park, NY, spotted a snapping turtle crossing the road a couple of days ago. They gently transported the turtle out of harm’s way to a place near water and reported it to the front desk. Nicely done, fellas! We love to hear about your critter sightings. Be sure to visit the Nature Center below the Homestead to record your finds on the Wildlife Watch board, learn about Basin Harbor nature, and pick up your pamphlets and maps to BHC trails, Vermont hikes, bike routes, birds, and trees.

Resort News
Ann-Marie will be capturing candid images at various events throughout the day and this evening at the Harbor Fair. Please feel free to say hello and let her know if you have any requests. Our Family Portrait Special will be available tonight at Harbor Fair and Thursday morning at the Wilderneath Garden. Space is limited, so please sign up in advance with the concierge.

Speaking of photos, how about making yours famous? We want to see how much fun you and your family are having this summer, and we’d love to share the snapshots from your BHC vacation on our website, blog, and on Facebook! Drop by the front desk this morning and borrow a BHC photo card, put it in your camera, and let the magic unfold. Then bring it back to us at the end of the day, and let the magic unfold to the rest of the world! We can’t wait to see what you come up with!

Basin Harbor offers a very unique opportunity this evening to help kick your post-dinner imagination into gear. Two of Vermont’s most famous storytellers, Tim Jennings and Leanne Ponder, will share stories and music that will engage crowds of all ages. Come see the magic! Then head to the Red Mill in that glittery garb you remembered to pack for a Masquerade Ball with DJ Charlie!

Quote of the Day
“To err is human. To arrrrr is pirate” ~Anonymous

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Daily Breeze, August 10th

Posted on August 10, 2012 by admin

Week 31
Friday, August 10, 2012
Sunrise and Sunset
5:51 am     8:06 pm

Local Weather (Subject to Change!)
The mercury is likely to reach 80 degrees today, with some very possible thundershowers involved. Chance for precipitation is 60%.

Guest News

Basin Harbor welcomes our friends Ralph & Laura Meier of Sudbury, MA for the weekend, as well as Ms. Lizzie Flynn from Weston, MA. Mr. & Mrs. Martin Durkin and the gang from McDonald, PA are here for some summer fun, and we’re delighted to see them again! We also welcome the Munson Family as they gather from New York, Massachusetts, and Vermont for a lovely few days of togetherness at The Harbor. Welcome back!

Sports News

The results of our weekly Basin Harbor Triathlon are in! Yesterday’s events brought in 31 participants, and just as many spectators cheering from the sidelines. Honors for Top Female and Top Male, respectively, belonged to Mia Halfman and Michael Diamond. Oliver and Spencer Cookson headed up the Top 2-Person Team, while our Top 3-Person Team consisted of Mark Winter, Kieran Knightly, and Michael Nall. Completing all three events apiece, our Top Youth Finishers were the lovely Amelia Fox, age 8, and Annie O’Shea, who is 9 years old. Nicely done, gals! And a hearty congratulations to ALL of our mighty Triathletes!

Resort News
Would you like to be famous Basin Harborites? We want to see how much fun you and your family are having this summer, and we’d love to share the snapshots from your BHC vacation! Get yourselves on Facebook, our website, and blog by spending a day with a BHC photo card. Grab one from the front desk this morning, put it in your camera, and let the magic unfold. Then bring it back to us at the end of the day, and let the magic unfold to the rest of the world! We can’t wait to see what you come up with!

In case we encounter some weather not terribly conducive to lake-lounging, The Champlain Lounge might be just the place to gather! Not only can you rent board games from the Front Desk, but there are also DVDs and videos to check out. Constantin will be waiting to make you a delicious beverage in the comfy lounge this afternoon as you gather for a game of cards with the family.

A Photography Ordering Session will be held in the Club Room from 12-2 pm. All candid images from this week will be on sale: 25% off!  So, whether you are ordering from candids, our family portraiture specials or a private session, stop by and meet with Ann-Marie to view samples, ask questions and place your orders.

Have you tried out the brand new YOLO boards at the Waterfront this year? Stand-up Paddling has never been more exhilarating, so head on down to see Tom and the gang as soon as the weather breaks, and rent a YOLO today!

Get ready for a Friday night of delight! After watching your favorite friends perform their best talents at the Basin Harbor Talent Show, head to the Red Mill for a few live sets by the super fun and funky band Salad Days, covering hits from decades past and present. See you there!

 Quote of the Day

“I’m sick of following my dreams. I’m just going to ask them

where they’re goin’, and hook up with them later.” ~ Mitch Hedberg

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The Daily Breeze, August 8

Posted on August 7, 2012 by basinharbor

Week 31
Wednesday
August 8, 2012

Sunrise and Sunset
5:41 am 8:18 pm

Local Weather (Subject to Change!)
Temps are on the rise! Our high today will likely cap off just below 90 degrees, and may or may not be accompanied by a shower or two in the afternoon.

Golf News
The golf course is in excellent shape, so put some greens into your daily diet! We have something to suit every schedule, whether you have enough time for seeing all 18 holes, playing 9 of ‘em, or just visiting the driving range for a bit. Private lessons with PGA Professional Paul Meunier are available, as well, catering to all skill levels from beginner to pro! Call extension 899. If you feel a bit snackish, head to The Fairway Café, our open-air canteen on the porch of the golf shop serving breakfast, lunch, snacks and drinks daily from 8:30am to 5pm. The Olympics will be onscreen at the café all week long!

Nature News
Did you know that almost every part of the cattail is edible? Or that you can make a summer drink out of sumac flowers? Stop by the Nature Center to check out our display Beyond the Maple Syrup: Useful Nature in Vermont’s Past and Present, and pick up a recipe for Cattail Pollen Pancakes! While you’re there, grab a freshly pressed Hiking Guide to local trails outside of Basin Harbor, or a Cycling Map of the nearby farm roads. Also available are birding pamphlets, BHC trail guides, tree maps, coloring pages and all kinds of great information! Join Abbey for a nature-themed art class today and Friday!

Resort News
Do you like to keep yourself active on vacation? Look no further than the Basin Harbor grounds themselves to work off those extra desserts at the Ranger Room! Meet our fitness guru Scott at the Wellness Center at 7am tomorrow morning for Outdoor Interval Training, a fast-paced series of events that will take you all around BHC. If that’s not enough of a challenge, sign up for Basin Harbor’s mini-Triathlon tomorrow afternoon, including a 200 yard swim across the Harbor followed by a 2.2 mile bike ride and a .8 mile run. Come join us as an individual or create a team with family and friends, and show your colors!

If you missed Chef Tony’s Cooking Class yesterday, there’s still two more to go! Learn the secrets of true Italian cooking straight from the source, today and Friday! Chef Tony is originally from Capri, Italy, and spent years working in Switzerland and Montreal before setting up shop in Vermont with his award-winning Villa Tragara Ristorante in Waterbury Center. Chef Tony will tantalize your tastebuds with his traditional recipes as you learn how to cook the real Italian way in our open-air North Dock kitchen. Sign up in advance with the concierge.

BHC’s Got Talent! We know you have something special, so why not share it? Sign up with the Rec Staff and meet in the MDR for Talent Show Practice. Our pianist Melissa is ready to accompany you Friday night at the Talent Show.

Need a good old-fashioned chuckle? Look no further than the North Dock this evening for a round of hilarity by the Vermont Comedy Club, who will be putting on an Imrov Comedy Show right before your very eyes! Audience participation and a cash bar will be available. Keep in mind that the show is geared toward mature audiences, ages 18 and over.

Quote of the Day
“If we couldn’t laugh we would all go insane.” ~ Robert Frost

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The Daily Breeze, August 7

Posted on August 6, 2012 by basinharbor

Week 31
Tuesday
August 7, 2012

Sunrise and Sunset
5:47 am 8:10 pm

Local Weather (Subject to Change!)
Popsicles, sunglasses, and creemees, oh my! Look for a high of 86 degrees to accompany a beautiful, blue sky day ahead.

Guest News
We are delighted to welcome our returning guests! E. Howard and Robin Perkins are with us from Greenwich, CT this week, joined by Ivy, Gray, and Harry. From New Hope, PA we welcome Rodney & Karen Bate—great to see you again! Dr. Janice Bitetti is here from Arlington, VA with the family Damien, Katherine, Cliff, and Hugh, and Mr. & Mrs Geoff Dowd join us from Pointe Claire, Quebec. Enjoy the summer weather at the Harbor! We also welcome Mrs. Kathy Ridenour, who has already been enjoying Basin Harbor this week with her husband Mr. David Ridenour. Glad to have you both with us! Today marks a special occasion for Mia Halfman from Newton, MA, who is turning another year older. We wish Mia a very Happy Birthday, and hope her celebration at the Harbor is splendid!

Bingo News
It seemed that folks from Chatham, NJ had the best luck during our first Bingo game of the week, and Basin Harbor will be sending home these lucky Chatham residents with some extra spending cash! Kicking off the first game of Regular Bingo, Andrew Winter from Chatham scooped up the prize, followed by Nicholas Colicchio of Pompton Plains, NJ and his X Marks the Spot victory. Marisa McInerney of Eastchester, NY took home the pot for Four Corners, and Thomas Winter of Chatham, NJ nabbed a win for Postage Stamp. Our High Stakes champion of the evening was Anna Knightly from—you guessed it—Chatham, NJ, while another Chatham-ite Jane Knightly stole away with the Losers Bingo prize. Finishing off the Bingo event was a three-way tie for our grand Blackout prize between Bryce Herald of Andover, MA, John Cannon of Pound Ridge, NY, and of course Allison Nall from the infamous Chatham, NJ. The three lucky Blackout winners split the $324 pot, still raking in over a hundred bucks each. Nicely done! And to the not-so-lucky, not-so-Jersey folks out there, better lucky on Thursday night!

Fishing News
What a day down at the docks! Yesterday’s Fishing Derby turned up quite a talented group of anglers. Kelly Morello reeled in one fish, while two fish each caught the line of Alex Mueller, Mary Ann Wright, James Morello, and Caitlin Colicchio. Quinn Bonovitz and Dylan Bonovitz each caught three. Remmy Morello kicked it up a notch and reeled in six of ‘em, also gaining acclaim for Smallest Fish. Honors for Most Fish Caught belong to Eddie O’Keefe, who ended up with a whopping eight fish! Meanwhile, Mary Ann, our esteemed “littlest angler” at age 4, actually caught the Biggest Fish! Way to go, everyone!

Resort News
Have you noticed the colorful 32-foot Pilot Gig named Maple bobbing around in the harbor? Maple is a seaworthy craft that replicates the 6-person pulling boats used in England in the 1800s. Today we’ve got the opportunity for you to be transported back in time as you join naturalist Matt Witten for a rowing experience not to be missed! Check out our blog http://basinharbor.com/wordpress/ and look for the post “Adventures with Maple” for more information. There are TWO opportunities to row today, so be sure to secure your rowing session with the concierge!

Ann-Marie will be capturing candid images at various events throughout the day and this evening at the Harbor Fair. Please feel free to say hello and let her know if you have any requests. Our Family Portrait Special will be available tonight at Harbor Fair and Thursday morning at the Wilderneath Garden. Space is limited, so please sign up in advance with the concierge.

Basin Harbor offers two very unique opportunity this evening to help kick your post-dinner imagination into gear. Vermont’s own Very Merry Theatre will present “Into the Woods” tonight on the Sunshine lawn. This one-of-a-kind theatre troupe builds strong, inspired youth and communities through theatre arts, and will impress you with their talent-laden production. Afterwards, head to the Club Room to watch two of Vermont’s most famous storytellers, Tim Jennings and Leanne Ponder, who will share stories and music that will engage crowds of all ages. Come see the magic!

Quote of the Day
“In Summer, the song sings itself” ~ William Carlos Williams

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The Daily Breeze, August 6th

Posted on August 6, 2012 by admin

Week 31
Monday
August 6, 2012
Sunrise and Sunset
5:45am     8:12pm

Local Weather (Subject to Change!)

After some much needed rain last night there’s lots of sunshine in today’s forecast. Enjoy gentle breezes and a comfortable 79 degrees.

Guest News
We Welcome Back the Michael Glew Family of Boston MA after many stays.We warmly welcome all of our guests and wish you wonderful days ahead.

Tennis News
Join the fun and excitement on the courts. The week-long Round Robin format begins today.  The  tournament and the adult clinic will be held at the hard courts.  Stop by the Tennis Shop, meet our pro, Adam Kent, and sign up for the  Adult and Child Clinics and the Round Robin Tournament.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        

Resort News                                                                   
The lake is at its warmest, a balmy 74 degrees.  It’s a good day for a cooling swim or fun on the trampoline.  Cooler still, take a turn at waterskiing and wakeboarding with our Ski Nautique water skiing boat. Yolo paddle boards are new this season and the harbor staff is ready to get you started.  Explore in small craft, canoes, kayaks, Sunfish sailboats or small outboards.  Reserve the Tidewater seven-person powerboat and venture further out on the lake. Captain Brian’s narrated EScape cruise has been keeping tabs on two eagle fledglings and three osprey youngsters…and their parents, nesting along Otter Creek.

What could be better on a hot day than a seat in the shade, great views and an ice cream cone in your hand. The Harbor Store has a treasure trove of goodies for you including soft and hard ice cream, milkshakes and ice-cream novelties, cold drinks, candies galore, water toys, logo tees and plenty more to browse.

Perk up summer meals at home with some Basin Harbor Cooking Class expertise.       Rumor has it that Chef Tony fancies Gnocchi this Tuesday, Ravioli on Wednesday and an Eggplant dish on Friday.

Ready to row? Matt Witten, our boating guide and naturalist teams up with the Maritime Museum to offer morning and afternoon rowing gigs on the 32 foot pilot gig, Maple, a six-person replica of a 1800′s pulling boat used in Cornwall, England, a new, yet old experience.

Watch the Olympics any time in the Champlain Lounge Library, the Club Room at any time except when a scheduled event is taking place (check with the concierge), the Red Mill from 11:30am to 1:00am, or the Fairway Cafe from 8:00 to 5:30.

Very few reservations remain for tonight’s Chef’s Tasting Wines Dinner in the Garden Room featuring Wines from Spain this week.  Chef Rod Rehwinkel has prepared eight special courses, and Joss Vandal, our connoiseur of wines will be there to describe the wine pairing selections and to enjoy them with you.

Time flies when you’re comfortably seated on a shady lawn, and we realize that one hundred and three years has passed since Allen Penfield Beach designed the Basin Harbor Adirondack chair.  For memories, think about taking home a small version of “the chair” from the Breezeway Shop, either Doll size, teddy Bear or Ornamental (great for your Christmas tree).

 

 

 

 

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The Daily Breeze, August 4

Posted on August 3, 2012 by basinharbor

Week 31
Saturday
August 4, 2012

Sunrise and Sunset
5:44am 8:14pm

Local Weather (Subject to Change!)
Look for a high near 91 degrees today, with a 30% chance of showers and possible thunderstorms in the afternoon.

Guest News
Welcome back to Basin Harbor, friends! We are excited to see William Jr. & Lois Olmstead from Basking Ridge, NJ here at the Harbor, as well as Carlyle & Sue Farnsworth from Wheeling, WV. We welcome Ms. Maura Craven and her family from New York, NY for another week of summer fun! Rhea & Dana Nall of Chatham, NJ will be joining us along with the crew, Allison, Michael, Brian, and Matthew. Dr. Jack Knightly and Sharon Knightly arrive today from Chatham, NJ with the family in tow, and we’re glad to see Mr. & Mrs. Jonathan Fox again, visiting from Coconut Grove, FL, as well as Mr. Robert Morie from Scarsdale, NY. Greetings to Scott & Tami Straight and the gang from Warrington, PA—glad to have you back! We welcome Thomas & Lani McHugh of nearby Warren, VT, as well as Thomas & Kristin Winter from Chatham, NJ with Andrew, Mark, and Thomas. From Sheffield, MA we are happy to see Gary & Janet Cookson along with Spencer and Oliver, and we welcome back Dr. Diodato Villamena & Karen Villamena from Scarsdale, NY. Also with us this week are F. Carl and Anita Mueller and their kids from Wilton, CT. Welcome “home”!

Wedding bells are ringing! Basin Harbor congratulates Peggy Tiffany and Brett Bittner from Baltimore, MD, who met at UVM and will be tying the knot on the shores of Lake Champlain today amongst family and friends. We wish you many happy years to come!

Looking back, Thursday was quite a day for swimming across the lake! In addition to the swimmers mentioned in yesterday’s Breeze, Mr. John Crenshaw took the plunge for the long haul with Simpson Tanner spotting in a kayak. The round trip swim and return paddle was completed in 1 hour and 10 minutes. What amazing guests we have here at Basin Harbor!

Group News
BHC welcomes our Family Reunion groups this week! We are pleased to have the Miller Family from New York, Maryland, New Jersey, California, and Maine, while the O’Keefe Family joins us from various parts of New Jersey. The Simon Family is here for some summer delight from New York and Virginia and the Tierney Reunion draws family members from New Hampshire and New York. We welcome the Diver Family to the Harbor from California and Massachusetts and the Gilmore Family, who also hail from those two lovely states. Last but not least, the Faust Family joins us for the week from Massachusetts and New York. What a treat to have you all with us at Basin Harbor!

BINGO News
Way to go, Bingo players! Congratulations to our winners from Thursday night’s game. Regular Bingo resulted in a three-way tie between Jon Dymczyk, Greg Morse, and Maddie Huber, while X Marks the Spot tied up winners Karl Maggiore and Marshall Bushman. The Four Corners game went to Emma Bushman, while the pile for Borders was split between Craig Thaier, Laird Jackson, and two-time winner Jon Dymczyk. The lucky Julia Arnsdorf had the prize for High Stakes Bingo all to herself, while Greg Morse reprised his role as “winner” for Losers Bingo. Sharing the pot of $132 bones for our grand prize Blackout game was Rick Bushman and John Fiorita. Nicely done, folks! And for the not-so-lucky players, better luck next year!

Resort News
Prepare your tastebuds! Basin Harbor has a myriad of culinary opportunities for your week ahead. Join BHC’s own Director of Finance (and Palate Enthusiast Extraordinaire) Joss Vandal at the Chef’s Tasting Wine Dinner this Monday night, as he takes you through a seven course meal, including wine pairings that will focus on Spanish Varietals this week. Also, pop in on guest Chef Tony for a cooking class (or all three!) this week as he shares tried-and-true Italian recipes on our lovely open-air North Dock kitchen. Not to be missed! Space is limited for all events, so sign up in advance with the concierge!

After a whole week of summer delights at Basin Harbor, chances are you have a lot of great photos! How about sharing some of your favorites? Send your best BHC pictures to mybhc@basinharbor.com and we’ll put them on our Facebook page!

Don’t forget to stop by the Red Mill tonight, as DJ Charlie kicks off your week of fun with his rockin’ dance tunes.

Quote of the Day
“A waffle is like a pancake with a syrup trap.” ~Mitch Hedberg

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Adventures with Maple

Posted on August 2, 2012 by basinharbor

“…and three, and four, and let ‘er run!”

I bring my oar out of the water and hold it steady, looking ahead through the misty morning air at Matt Witten, BHC Naturalist and Maritime Expert. Matt is acting as the “Coxswain,” leading our group of 6 rowers and one non-rowing passenger on the 19th Century pilot gig replica, named “Maple” by the high schoolers who built her at the Lake Champlain Maritime Museum. Making a boat from the ground up is part of a semester-long program that takes students through the boat-building process while also covering other academic subjects.

Now we are in the middle of the lake, Matt and myself and a fun-loving group of Basin Harbor guests intrigued by this historic rowing opportunity. We work on our group rhythm, pretending to be serious rowers off the coast of Cornwall, England in the 1800s. Pilot gigs were vessels used to take skilled pilots out to meet larger ships coming into port and guide them safely through the tricky channels of England’s harbors. The gigs were built along ancient Viking lines: stable, seaworthy, and swift. There could be several different pilot gigs pulling mightily to get to the tall ship first in order to secure the job (and the pay!) of the pilot.

As for our group, we’re not quite that fast. After all, this is vacation! We row somewhat leisurely and enjoy the calm morning water on Champlain, chatting amongst ourselves. Our dutiful Coxswain reminds us to get in synch from time to time, to follow the oar rhythm of the rower in front of us.

Maple moves fluidly through Champlain, and stays perfectly stable as we switch out a rower in the middle of the rowing session, so that everyone gets a chance with the oar.

“Sit ready, ready all and ROW!” says Matt, and we’re off again. We spot two kayaks a hundred yards away who are paddling alongside a duo of swimmers, making their trek across the lake. It’s an annual event for guests Carol McAfee and Penn Griffen to conquer the width of Champlain at Basin Harbor, and we cheer them on in between pulls.

Maple skirts the New York shore and turns around, heading back to Vermont. The morning clouds have given way to patches of blue sky and an already-scorching sun as we glide into the Harbor. Matt instructs our group of newly expert rowers to “backwater,” “hold starboard” and “pull on the port” in order to turn the gig back around into blast-off position, ready to take out the next group of eager rowers. I step off Maple feeling accomplished, a bit sweaty, and energized to carry on with my day.

Matt and Maple will be offering up these historic rowing excursions weekly through August, so come out with us and experience Champlain in a new-old way!

Your new rowing enthusiast,
Abbey

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The Daily Breeze, August 3

Posted on August 2, 2012 by basinharbor

Week 30
Friday
August 3, 2012

Sunrise and Sunset
5:43 am 8:15 pm

Local Weather (Subject to Change!)
Another scorcher is on the horizon for today, with the Harbor thermostat predicted to reach almost 90 degrees by the afternoon. Look for partly sunny skies and a 20% chance of showers, with a potential thunderstorm in the mix.

Guest News
Basin Harbor welcomes our friends Mika and David Frechette, here to enjoy some summer excitement from Greenwich, CT. Glad to see you both again!

Sports News
The results of our weekly Basin Harbor Triathlon are in! Emma Bushman was our Top Youth Female with a new basin harbor record of 19:08. Emma’s brother Charlie Bushman claimed Top Youth Male honors with a time of 19:40. Close behind were Marshall Bushman and Rick Bushman, finishing neck and neck! Our Top Female yesterday was Naomi Sleeper with a time of 21:51 and Top Male was Tom Bushman with a new basin harbor record of 19:10. A special award goes to Basin Harbor’s own Will Cox, our Waterfront bike guru, who set a new employee record! Congratulations to our hearty triathletes!

In other news, Carol McAfee of Baltimore, MD successfully completed her annual swim across Champlain with her bright orange bathing cap, alongside fellow swimmer Penn Griffen of Charleston, SC. The brave souls were accompanied by respective spouses Ralph Arnsdorf and Weezie Griffen in kayaks, and received some cheering on by the group of rowers in a 19th century pilot gig replica. Well done, Carol and Penn! The lake will be waiting for you next year!

Resort News
Sometimes it’s nice just to sit inside a cool place with a refreshing beverage on a steamy afternoon. The Champlain Lounge might be just the place! Not only can you rent board games from the Front Desk, but there are also DVDs and videos to check out. Constantin will be waiting to make you a delicious beverage in the air-conditioned Champlain Lounge this afternoon as you gather for a game of cards with the family.

A Photography Ordering Session will be held in the Club Room from 12-2 pm. All candid images from this week will be on sale: 25% off! So, whether you are ordering from candids, our family portraiture specials or a private session, stop by and meet with Ann-Marie to view samples, ask questions and place your orders.

Have you tried out the brand new YOLO boards at the Waterfront this year? Stand-up Paddling has never been more exhilarating, so head on down to see Tom and the gang as soon as the weather breaks, and rent a YOLO today!

Get ready for a Friday night of delight! After watching your favorite friends perform their best talents at the Basin Harbor Talent Show, head to the Red Mill for a few live sets by the super fun and funky band the Would I’s, covering hits from decades past and present. See you there!

Quote of the Day
“Not everything that can be counted counts,
and not everything that counts can be counted.”
~Albert Einstein

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Week 30 Triathlon Results

Posted on August 2, 2012 by admin

Congrats to all who braved the heat to compete in our First Annual Basin Harbor Triathlon for week 30!

Emma Bushman was our top youth female with a new basin harbor record of 19:08 with her brothers Charlie Bushman claiming top youth male honors with a time of 19:40.  Close behind was Marshall Bushman and Rick Bushman finishing neck and neck.

Our top female was Naomi Sleeper with a time of 21:51 and top male was Tom Bushman with a new basin harbor record of 19:10.

A special award goes to Basin Harbor’s own Will Cox who set a new employee record!

Congrats to everyone!

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The Daily Breeze, August 2

Posted on August 1, 2012 by basinharbor

Week 30
Thursday
August 2, 2012

Sunrise and Sunset
5:42 am 8:17 pm

Local Weather (Subject to Change!)
Keep those swimming suits and trunks close at hand! Today we can look forward to mostly sunny skies and a high of 89 degrees in the afternoon.

Group News
Basin Harbor Club is delighted to welcome back our returning guests! We have with us Duo & Liz Dickinson from Madison, CT along with Will and Sam. From Basking Ridge, NJ we welcome William Jr. and Lois Olmstead. And from just up the road in Shelburne, VT, our friends Matthew & Lori Smith join us for the evening. How wonderful to see you all again!

The Harbor wishes a very special Happy Birthday to longtime guest Faye Jackson from Venice, CA, who will be celebrating the occasion with her family here on the shores of Lake Champlain. We hope you have a wonderful time!

Resort News
Did you know that Basin Harbor’s original gardens were planted in 1896? Or that the Chef’s Garden contains a whole myriad of edible herbs and flowers that show up on your very dinner plate? BHC’s many gardens are at their peak of maturity and brilliance in August, so if you’re curious about the history and beauty of our colorful grounds, jump aboard the Garden Tour for an afternoon stroll with florist Claire L’Esperance.

Don’t know what to do with that eggplant you just bought on a whim at the Farmer’s Market? If you haven’t been to one of Chef Tony’s famous Cooking Classes on the North Dock, tomorrow is your last chance this week! The Chef will be offering his class on Marinated Eggplant. Yum! Sign up in advance with the concierge.

Don’t forget to keep up to date on the Olympics! Coverage of The Games will continue throughout the week in the Champlain Lounge, the Red Mill, from 8:30 to 5pm in the Fairway Café, and at various times in the Club Room. If you’re up at 6am, tune in for everyone’s favorite game, Handball, with France and Tunisia.

Have you seen any large, serpentine creatures in the Lake Champlain lately? Or is it just an illusion? Come on down to the new-and-improved Nature Center below the Homestead and read about our famous lake monster, Champ, then draw a picture of what YOU think people are really seeing. While you’re there, grab a trail map, cycling map, hiking guide, birding guide, and a recipe for cattail pollen pancakes (yes, cattails are edible!) from our special display, Beyond The Maple Syrup: Useful Nature of Vermont’s Past and Present.

A slideshow of the candid images captured this week will be running this afternoon in the Ranger Room. Don’t forget to pick up a card at the concierge desk with information and the password on how to view and purchase your images online. Or stop by the Club Room tomorrow from 12–2pm to order your images in advance.

Quote of the Day
“I will be the gladdest thing under the sun;
I will touch a hundred flowers and not pick one.”
~ Edna St. Vincent Milay

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