1. food and drink
2. barbecues and grilling

Winter 2014-15
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Live.Play.Gather.
Ready, set, winter!
Douglas Kline – Deerpath
The sledding hill, located next to the Clubhouse on the Par 3 course and overlooking Birch Island Lake, is a favorite of young
families. This spirited group is making the most of the sunny day and perfect sledding conditions.
A new season of fun begins
Warm clothes and food. Cozy indoor
activities. Holiday parties and feasts.
And a new season of outdoor adventure. These are among the many joys
that winter brings. How will you enjoy
the coming months at Voyager Village?
Here are three suggestions:
• Gather in the Grill. We’re planning
many holiday meals and events.
Details on page 5.
• Explore our trails.
There are many
opportunities for
skiing, snowshoeing
and snowmobiling in
Voyager and the
surrounding areas.
Details on page 3.
• Observe nature. The barren trees
allow for spectacular views of the landscape, sky and wildlife. Keep your eyes
peeled and your camera handy.
Numbers to know
• 70 miles of public cross-country
ski trails in the area
• 11 miles of cross-country ski trails
in Voyager Village
• 300 miles of snowmobile trails at
our doorstep
look inside
Saturday Meat Raffles, page 5
New Members, page 6
Winter tranquility on Loon Creek
e-mail lists. Please provide us with your
most up-to-date email address so you don’t
miss important messages.
A Note from Steve
Member engagement: Welcoming our newest
members and engaging them in the life of
our community is critical to our on-going
success. We are in the process of revitalizing
our New Member Welcome program.
A quarterly letter from management
Steve Johnson
As we transition to the winter season, the
landscape isn’t the only thing undergoing
a transformation. Like all healthy communities, Voyager Village is continually evolving
to keep pace with the changing times and
emerging interests of our members.
Recreational amenities: We are always
striving to enhance the recreational
experience of our members. This winter,
snowmobilers will benefit from the work we’ve
done to improve trail markings, create safer
routes and offer more convenient parking.
Member communication: This winter we will
be developing the secure member section of
the website and organizing our member
Voyager Village Directory
From Phyl’s Point of View
A quarterly letter from your POA Board President, Phyl Hames
The changing seasons
provide a time to reflect on
where we have been and
where we are going. This
has been a year of growth
and change, a year of innovation and rejuvenation.
Phyl Hames
• Real Estate sales have
increased, bringing new members and new
energy to our community.
• Our strategic marketing program, which
centers around our new website, is introducing
our community to more people and attracting
many new property buyers.
• We are developing a stronger Welcome
Program to make it easier for new members
to become engaged in community life and
volunteerism.
Thank you for supporting your management team. We wish all of you the happiest
of holiday seasons and a wonderful start to
your new year!
• We now allow ATV use in some parts of our
community. Legal routes are posted.
715-259-3910
Steve Johnson, Manager/Golf Course
Superintendent: 715-259-3924
[email protected]
x 15
Voyager Village Grill
• We are doing a better job of showcasing our
beautiful lakes and trails.
x 21
Linda Nordstrom, Member Services
[email protected]
• We are taking a fresh look at everything from
our menus and events to our amenities and
energy sources and asking, “Is this relevant
and appropriate for today’s membership?”
x 22
Linda Knutson, Event Coordinator
[email protected]
x 23
Jennifer Christner, Accounting Clerk
[email protected]
x 29
Rob Witter, Director of Golf & Recreation
[email protected]
x 31
Golf Shop, Tee Time Reservations
As your Board of Directors, we are
committed to making Voyager Village a
community that works for our legacy members
as well as potential buyers. That is not always
easy, but it is definitely worthwhile. Only by
balancing the unique character of our
history with a strong vision for the future can
we end up with a community that can thrive for
generations to come. We are grateful for your
participation and support in this process.
Board of Directors
Phyl Hames, President
612-308-7375 [email protected]
Scott Guenard, Vice President
218-391-9947 [email protected]
Kermit Van Roekel, Treasurer
515-371-8813 [email protected]
Now accepting Board applications
• Number of open seats: 2
• Deadline for application: April 15
• How to apply: Simply submit a letter to the attention of the Nominating Committee.
Outline your talents and expertise and why you want to serve on the Board.
• Email submissions: [email protected]
• Postal mail submissions: Voyager Village POA; 28851 Kilkare Road;
Danbury, WI 54830
• Nominating Committee members: Don Day, Nona Vierkant,
Linda Swanson, John Lahner
• More information: Contact current Board or
nominating committee members
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DeVere Nelson
715-259-3437 [email protected]
Robert Struve
715-259-3289, [email protected]
James Thoreson
715-259-7144 [email protected]
Rob Rudiger
715-977-0627 [email protected]
Fax: 715-259-7666
Web Site: www.voyagervillage.com
Administration Office Hours
Mon–Fri: 8 a.m.– 4 p.m., Sat: 8 a.m.– 1 p.m.
4 ways to stay active!
Golf and Recreation News
from Rob Witter
1. Snowmobile for miles
Over 300 miles of snowmobile trails wind
their way through Burnett County and
connect to all surrounding counties.
2. Snowshoe and cross-country ski
Blue and white directional signs will lead you to our 5-mile Golf
Course Trail, open to skate and classic skiers, and Hanscom Lake
(3.5 miles) and Muellner (3.2 miles) trails, open to classic skiing and
snowshoeing.There are nearly 70 miles of additional trails nearby.
3. Pull out the sleds and tip-ups
Kids love our sledding hill, located on the Par 3 Course across from the Clubhouse.
They also get a kick out of ice fishing. Check with the local bait shops to get the latest
conditions on our local lakes, safe ice fishing protocol, and of course, the bait.
4. Swim and workout indoors
Swim some laps, do some water aerobics and use the exercise equipment in our
Fitness Center to help you stay active and fit all winter long. Located on the lower level
of the Clubhouse.
• Golf Shop closed in January and February.
Thank you XC Voyagers! XC Voyagers, our cross-country ski
club, and other volunteers groom and maintain all of the ski trails within
Voyager Village, as well as the sledding area. Be sure to thank them for
their wonderful contributions to our community.
• Stop by in December to purchase gift certificates
and merchandise.
• Visit VoyagerVillage.com/recreation for more
details on our trails.
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meetings and events
For details and updates, visit VoyagerVillage.com
Meat raffles in The Grill, 3-5 p.m., every Saturday
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Light Up the Clubhouse M G ;
Grill, 5 p.m. social hour, 6 p.m. dinner,
Voyager Dinner Club M G F
Dining Room, 5 p.m. social hour, 6 p.m. dinner, $20 per person
Annual Tom & Jerry Party M
Grill, Noon – 3 p.m.
New Year’s Eve Gala P
Grill, 5 – 9 p.m. dinner
January
Paddle Party P
Grill, Doors open at Noon, Spins begin at 1 p.m.
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Cross-Country Ski Clinic P
Meet in the Grill, 10 a.m. – Noon, free
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New Year’s Day Paddle Party Fundraiser
Thursday, Doors open at Noon, Spins begin at 1 p.m.
Grill
Purchase paddles for $1 each
for a chance to win fabulous
prizes when the wheel
is spun. Food and beverages
available. This is the
Entertainment and
Recreation Committee’s
biggest fundraiser of
the year.
Free CrossCountry
Ski Clinic
Saturday,
January 3,
10 a.m. - Noon
Meet in the
Grill
Voyager Dinner Club M G F
Dining Room, 5 p.m. social hour, 6 p.m. dinner, $20 per person
february
Valentines’ Dinner and Dance P ;
Grill, 5 - 9 p.m. dinner
Quarterly Board of Directors Meeting M
Clubhouse, 9 a.m.
Voyager Dinner Club M G F
Dining Room, 5 p.m. social hour, 6 p.m. dinner, $20 per person
P = Public Welcome
M = Member Event
G = Member Guests Welcome
F = Special event reservations required
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Special event reservations recommended
Make special event reservations at 715-259-3910 x22,
[email protected], or use the reservation form on the website.
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January begins with a trio of traditions that raise money,
prepare skiers and bring us together for food, fun and
laughter.
Cross-Country Soup Kitchen Fundraiser P
Golf Course Maintenance Building, Noon – 1:30 p.m.
December
January Traditions: Paddles,
skis and soup
Here’s your chance to learn from certified ski instructors.
Skiers of all skill levels and ages are welcome. Bring your own
equipment. Contact Betty Paskausky at [email protected]
for more details.
Cross-country Soup Kitchen Fundraiser
Saturday, January 3, Noon to 1:30 p.m.
Maintenance Building on Hanscom Lake Trailway, near the
fourth tee.
Enjoy hot homemade soups and
desserts. Eat in or
take out. This is
XC Voyager’s
biggest fundraiser
of the year.
Experience the warmth of winter
Annual Tom & Jerry Party for members
Wednesday, December 24, Noon – 3 p.m.
Receive a complimentary Tom & Jerry cocktail and toast the beginning of the Christmas
holiday. No food will be served. The Grill
closes promptly at 3 p.m. so our staff may
enjoy the holiday with their families. We
resume our regular hours on Friday, Dec. 26.
New Year’s Eve Dinner & Dance
Wednesday, December 31.
Serving dinner from 5 – 9 p.m.
Enjoy an elegant evening with a menu to
match. New York Strip Steak, Hand-cut
Ribeye Steak, Crabcakes and Surf & Turf
will be among the options. Final menu and
details will be posted to VoyagerVillage.com,
our Facebook page and in the Grill.
Reservations required. See page 4
calendar for details.
Valentine’s Dinner & Dance
Saturday, February 14.
Serving dinner from 5 – 9 p.m.
Mark your calendar and watch for details.
‘Tis the season of holiday cheer,
festive feasts and communal
celebrations of freedom, faith
and love. We’re busily crafting our
Light Up the Clubhouse
Wednesday, December 3, 5 p.m.
This traditional kick-off of the holiday season
at Voyager Village begins with social time
menus and planning our décor to make
followed by a delicious dinner buffet and
each visit to the Grill a special occasion to
concludes with the singing of Christmas
remember. Come experience the warmth
carols. All members and their guests are
of the Grill this winter.
welcome. See page 4 calendar for details.
Saturday Meat Raffles
in the Grill
3 – 5 p.m. every Saturday
Show up early to get a seat!
Beer and food specials each week.
$1 a spin. Winner chooses from a
selection of fresh cut meat.
Winter Dinner Specials – Serving from 4-8 p.m.
• Wednesdays - $2 Burger
• Thursdays - 40¢ Wings + Chef’s
Choice Mexican Specials
• Fridays - Famous Fish Fry
• Saturdays – Prime Rib
• Sundays – Broasted Chicken +
Weekly Comfort Food Special
Note: Winter Dinner Specials menu
will not be available when there is
a special event in the Grill.
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Voyager
Village
Realty
Positive trends in local real estate sales
There is good news on the local real
estate front and that’s good news
for Voyager Village and its property owners. As we write this, 2014
residential home sales in Burnett
County are the highest since 2007.
Median year-to-date prices are
the highest since 2008, showing a
$10,000 increase over the average
for the last five years. And we are
proud to report that Voyager Village
Realty is once again the sales leader,
with more list and sale sites than any
other local agency. We’d be happy
to answer any questions you have
about Voyager Village real estate.
Your Voyager Village Realty Team
Dave Anderson and Harm Weber | [email protected] | 715-259-4400
Serving Voyager Village and surrounding areas. Exclusive listing agency
for Voyager Village-owned property.
Dave Anderson, Harm Weber
Welcome New Members
The following individuals joined our community in 2014.
Bulletin Board
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• Administration Office Holiday Hours – Closed
December 24 – 27 and January 1.
• Pool Holiday Hours
- Closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
- Adjusted schedule on December 26, 27 and
clubhouse
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Jeffrey & Linda Jansen
Big Bear
Randall & Suzanne
Hytjan
Highridge Oaks
Ronnie & Laurel Cooper
Bridle Trail
Trenton & Ann Wood
Kilkare Green
Douglas & Jody Buerke
Deer Path
Corey Engelstad
Michael & Denise Koch
Eagles Nest
Nadine Johnson & Thomas Blossom
Fox Ridge
Jan Browning
Great Bear
Susan Pitts
Honey Tree
Adam Sylvester & Nadine Ford
Ninth Green
Harvey & Cynthia Heimer
Michael & Katherine Berg
Overland
Beatriz Galvan
Setting Sun
Tammi & Gottfried
McWilliams
Skylight Glen
Donald & Marcia Mueller
Brandon Nichols
Kathleen Spellman & Thomas Botamer
Spotted Fawn
Thomas & Linda Barnhardt
Armand Lucas
Wilderness Trail
Barry & Patti Larson
Wildwood
Douglas & Mary Opsahl
Brian & Vickie Shedore
Rodney & Kimberly Webb
Winter Green
Brian & Christina Spring Green
Bruce & Rose Loerzel Eastin
Lance & Tracy Howard
Treasure Island
Stephen & Nancy Winter Hill
Scott
John & Sandra Remes
Upland Woods
Evelyn Steele & Patty Ackerman &
Steven McDonough
Jeffrey Bishop
Thomas & Debra Olson
In The Works
Clubhouse energy audit and equipment evaluation: This
project will provide baseline information to be used in our long-range
plan to improve energy efficiency and reduce energy consumption.
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$20 buys you $25 in Voyager Village Gift Certificates during the month of December.
Our gift certificates are available in all denominations and can be used at the Grill
and in the Golf Shop. Purchase in person in the Administration Office, Golf Shop and Grill.
Order by phone at 715-259-3910. Order online at VoyagerVillage.com
WINTER Member Appreciation Coupons
Get 30% off the price of your dinner when
you buy a second of equal or greater value
at full price.
Offer valid December 1 - 31.
Thanksgiving Day
Dinner Buffet
Limit one coupon per person. Cannot be combined with any
other offer or special. For the exclusive use of Voyager Village
members. Member must present coupon at time of purchase.
Get 50% off the price of your lunch when
you buy a second of equal or greater value
at full price.
Offer valid January 1 - 31.
Limit one coupon per person. Cannot be combined with any
other offer or special. For the exclusive use of Voyager Village
members. Member must present coupon at time of purchase.
Receive a 50% discount on a second
Sunday Breakfast entrée when you buy
a first breakfast of equal or greater value.
Offer valid February 1 - 28.
Limit one coupon per person. Cannot be combined with any
other offer or special. For the exclusive use of Voyager Village
members. Member must present coupon at time of purchase.
Thursday, November 27
11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Chef carved roasted turkey with sage stuffing
Mashed potatoes with gravy
Cranberries, green bean casserole, candied yams
Salad and fresh rolls
Pumpkin and Pecan Pie
$15.95 adults, $7.95 age 12 and under
Reservations recommended
715-259-3910 x22 VoyagerVillage.com