Bear Lake Reserve ablaze with "Flame Azaleas"

Photography by Jerrry Jaynes

Beautiful native azaleas, also called flame azaleas and wild honeysuckle by the locals, dot the landscape this time of year all over Western North Carolina. Native azaleas can reach a height of 15 feet. Drive along Lake Forest Drive at Bear Lake Reserve and you will spot many of these stunning shrubs.

Rusty gets a facelift

Photography by Jerry Jaynes

Shrubs and vines have been trimmed away and "Rusty"can now be seen and photographed from Lake Forest Drive. To locate our old friend, come through the gates, pass the four cottages on the left, travel about 100 yards, and find him nestled in the woods. Poison Ivy stands guard over Rusty, so please just visit from the roadside. Remember the old adage "leaves of three, let them be" anytime you are in the woods. Stop by and say "Hi"on your next visit and if you want more information about the colorful history of Rusty, stop by the Lake Club or Greeters Cottage for an information sheet.

Bear Lake Reserve offers massages and facials

Bear Lake Reserve offers massages and facials by Fusions at the Lake Club. If you are interested in booking either of these services during your stay at the Lake, please call 828-293-7414 (information desk) at least 48 hours in advance. Every effort will be made to accomodate your chosen date and time.

Mothers Day Brunch

Mother's Day is May 9, 2010. Please call by Wednesday, May 5, 2010 to make your Brunch reservation to honor your Mom on her special day. 553 Restaurant needs reservations for a minimum of 10 people to warrant their opening the restaurant for brunch. All owners and guests need to support this fine restaurant at the Lake Club. The future operation of 553 Restaurant at the Lake Club is dependent upon your support. Call 828-293-7414 for your reservation. We look forward to seeing you at The Lake and restaurant soon.

The geese have returned

Now it's your turn - "Come on home"!

Photography by Jerry Jaynes

Spring is "blooming out" all over Bear Lake Reserve

Photography by Jerry Jaynes

Dominy Family

Our condolences and prayers go out to the "Dominy Family" for their son Hogan gave up his courageous battle this morning after being born with Trisomy 18 on April 2, 2010. Kip and Angie along with their son - Noah and daughter - Lila own a cottage on Juneberry. Please visit the story of Hogan at http://hogandominy.blogspot.com I believe you will find Hogan to be a great inspiration to you and your family!

In Love,

Mickey Luker - V.P.