Summer 2021

July 29, 2021

Welcome

Happy Summer Thunder Beach!  For the most up to date information please refer to our 2021 Summer Guide.  See below for a record of any past events that has been updated or removed from the guide.  

 

The TBA Children's Camp

Camp will be cancelled in the event of rain.  Follow @tbachildrenscamp on Instagram for updates!

Our summer camp model will be modified to enhance the health and safety of our staff and campers. For starters, all camp programs will be held outside at all times. Field trips will be cancelled and there will be no camp on rainy days. Counsellors/CITs will be assigned to an age group and must remain together until the end of the week. Guests/friends will not be permitted to join camp programs this also includes Movie nights, Wednesday activity nights and Teen activity nights. 

With guidance from our provincial/federal government, we are going to follow COVID-19 safety precautions within our programs which include social distancing, frequent hand washing and enhanced sanitation stations. I have been and will continue to monitor developments regarding COVID-19 ever changing protocols.  

COVID-19 camp safety protocols.

• Group Size: As of now programs in consistent cohorts of no more than 15 camp participants must stay together throughout the duration of the week. Cohorts cannot mix with other cohorts. However, cohorts may be within the same room/space at the same time when they are guaranteed there will be no interaction/mixing between the cohorts at any point. 

• Daily Screening: All campers will be temperature-checked and we will ask parents a set of questions about their child(ren) and their family’s recent health each time they are dropped off at camp. We will send any child home that demonstrates a fever or sickness. 

• For Online Screening please follow these steps: 

  1. Go to: https://covid-19.ontario.ca/school-screening/ 
  2. Scroll down press: Start school screening 
  3. Press: email result 
  4. Attach your child name into the subject just after the date 
  5. Send email to: liamfso77@gmail.com

• Drop off: Please allow for additional time at drop off for screening. You can now drop off your child(ren) as early as 9:45am Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Parents must get their child(ren) screened at the CLUBHOUSE before heading to tennis courts on Tuesdays and Thursdays. *Parents will be asked not to enter the Club House, Field, Play School playground or Tennis Courts while camp is in progress. 

• Masks/Face Coverings: Masks or face coverings should be used if physical distancing of at least 2 meters cannot be maintained between cohorts. We ask all campers to bring their own face mask each day.

• Floor markings and signage: We will be marking off safe distances throughout camp to help keep children appropriately spaced. Reminders for handwashing and social distancing will be posted throughout the camp. 

• Hygiene: Handwashing breaks will be built into each group. In addition, there will be hand sanitizer stations in playschool, junior/senior sports and at the tennis courts. 

• Cleaning: Cleaning and disinfecting, at least twice a day, frequently touched surfaces. 

Below I have provided a reminder of times and cost for camp throughout the summer. *Please remember flip flops, crocs or sandals are not permitted during camp. We also encourage campers to bring their own labelled water bottle. 

PLAY SCHOOL AND SPORTS CAMP

Play School – ages 4-6 (6 is included in Play School as the 6 year olds have the option of being in Play School) Junior Sports Camp – ages 6-9 (6 is included in Junior Sports Camp as the 6 year olds have the option of being in Junior Sports Camp) Senior Sports Camp – ages 10 and up. 

DAY	PLAY SCHOOL	JUNIOR SPORTS CAMP	SENIOR SPORTS CAMP
MONDAY	9:45-12:00	9:45-12:00	9:45-12:00
WEDNESDAY	9:45-12:00	9:45-12:00	9:45-12:00
FRIDAY	9:45-12:00	9:45-12:00	9:45-12:00

 

TENNIS CAMP

DAY	BALL PLAY (4 - 5 year olds)	JUNIOR TENNIS (6 – 9 year olds)	SENIOR TENNIS (10 and up)
TUESDAY	9:30-11:00	9:30-11:00	11:00-12:30
THURSDAY	9:30-11:00	9:30-11:00	11:00-12:30

*Ball play is physical activities promoting hand-eye coordination and gross motor movement leading up to tennis play.

You can purchase your camp package for this summer here.

Christine Lundy

Camp Director 

 

Tennis

 

Tennis Tournaments

We are pleased to announce the return of our tennis tournaments.  All skill levels are welcome.  Keep an eye on this page for future details regarding sign-up and tournament details.  

Dates for 2019 Adult Tennis Doubles Tournaments:

• Mixed Doubles Adult – July 10th 
• Men’s Doubles Adult  – July 24th
• Ladies Doubles Adult – August 7th  

All Tournaments are expected to start at 9:00 a.m.  Further details include: 

• Online sign-up (details to come)
• Tournament start time is 9:00 a.m. with an arrival time of no later than 8:45 a.m.; 
• Minimum 16 years of age or older
• Must be a TBA/Tennis Member upon sign up; 
• Five minute warm up before first match; 
• Best of four games (everyone serves once, no tie breaker); 
• $10 per individual entry fee (solely to cover costs)
• For the mixed tournament, players sign up as individuals and partners will be drawn that morning. 

 

July 3rd Roster & Apparel Pick up

Due to COVID-19 gathering restrictions, there will be no Field Day in July of 2021.

TBA members can pick up their 2021 Membership Roster at the Clubhouse anytime between 10am and 12pm on Saturday July 3rd.  

Anyone who has pre-purchased 2021 apparel can also pick up their order at the Clubhouse between 10am and 12pm on Saturday July 3rd.  

If you are unable to pick up your roster or apparel on the 3rd please let us know by emailing news@thunderbeach.org.  

2021 TBA Apparel!

Feel like you missed out on 2021 Thunder Beach apparel?  It's not too late!  We have re-opened the apparel orders for 1 week only!  

The deadline to submit your order is July 15, 2021.  Orders are to be picked up in person at the TBA Clubhouse on Saturday July 31st.  Visit this page for further information and the link to order: https://thunderbeach.org/pages/thunder-beach-apparel 

Social Events

In lieu of our regularly scheduled Lobsterfest event at the Clubhouse, we will  be celebrating the start of summer from the comfort of our own cottages…

‘Thunder Beach and The Friendly Seafoodfest 2021!’

Whether you are joining your pre-ordered Seafood Tray from The Friendly Corner Store, or are cooking up a feast at home, let's celebrate together apart on the evening of July 3rd by sharing photos of your celebration with us at @thunderbeach and @thefriendlycorner on Instagram.

Join Bryan Taylor for his live DJ stream playing all your event night music favourites at 7pm!  

‘Thunder Beach and The Friendly Seafoodfest 2021!’ was a big hit!  Thank you to The Friendly Corner Store for making the delicious seafood tray available once again and to DJ Bryan Taylor for the Live Stream!

The Thunder Jam

Featuring Basil Lafreniere and the Red Hot Stove Pipe Band

Date: Saturday, August 21, 2021

Afternoon Show Time: 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.*

Evening Show Time:  6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.*

Ticket Price per Show: $10

Proceeds will be donated to the Big Brothers Big Sisters of North Simcoe 

Limited Tickets and Other Details: 

On August 21, 2021, live music returns to Thunder Beach with our very own Basil Lafreniere and the Red Hot Stove Pipe Band, who plays an upbeat mix of music from Newfoundland to the Bayou, including Metis, Traditional French Canadian, Cajun, and good ol’ Rock & Roll.  If you have not seen this wonderful group of musicians at the Labatte Homestead Rendezvous or other local events, here is your chance.  More details on the band can be found here: https://www.redhotstovepipeband.com/

Tickets must be purchased in advance and capacity will be limited pursuant to COVID-19 regulations, so buy your tickets now!  To accommodate more members, there will be separate afternoon and early evening shows.  Attendees can spread out on the field with their own chair, blanket and cooler as desired.  There will not be alcohol sales.  

This is family friendly event and kids are most welcome.  You must have a ticket and be free of COVID-19 symptoms to attend.  As a courtesy to those attending, we ask that, of those eligible, only those that have been vaccinated attend.  We thank you for your understanding.  

A big thank you to Basil Lafreniere and the Red Hot Stove Pipe Band for providing Thunder Beach this unique and fun musical experience.  

*In the event of rain, the concert will proceed on Sunday, August 22, 2021 at the same times.

Youth Sports

Notice:

If the Ontario Government Covid-19 regulations for sports teams move to Stage 2 as anticipated, then the 2021 Thunder Beach Youth Baseball season will begin on Tuesday July 6th.

The games scheduled for Thursday July 8th have been rescheduled for Friday July 9th due to rain - same times, same teams!

Thunder Beach Youth Baseball- What’s it all about?

Children from age 6 to age 16 play on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons beginning July 6th for the first three weeks of July with the final medal games played this year, on Friday July 23rd.

Baseball Registration is now closed as the maximum number of players allowed has been reached.  Due to the Ontario government Stage 2 regulations, registration is limited to 66 players.  

Thunder Beach Youth Baseball Core Values

• Safety
• Community building
• Leadership
• Inclusivity
• Teamwork
• Having Fun

Registrations Details:

• Cost $25 per player
• A waiver must be signed

What’s new for 2021?

• 6 teams of 12 players including a coach and several playing coaches ( to help our younger players)
• Games will be 5 innings. With fewer payers own each team there will be more at bats.
• Players are encouraged to bring their own bats.
• Bats will be available and will be disinfected after each use.
• Players are not to share gloves or water bottles.
• Players will be socially distanced on their respective benches
• Players will enter the baseball field by TBA Clubhouse ( there will be a sign). Players will exit the field by the sign in the outfield, on the tennis court side of the field.
• All fans including parents, family members and friends will remain outside the field behind parking lot fence or on the St. Florence Church steps or as designated.
• Games will be scheduled 30 minutes apart to allow players to leave the field before players enter the field for the next game.
• On-line registration and payment only.

Note: Covid-19 protocols are subject to change at any time. We appreciate that this is a dynamic situation. Ontario Government and Simcoe County recommendations and restrictions will be respected and will have priority over any plans by TBA Youth Baseball organizers.

Doug Jones. TBA Youth Baseball Commissioner

djones000@sympatico.ca

519-575-1068

2021 Luke Santi Memorial Flag Football Tournament

Flag Football will begin on Monday, July 26th and run each day through Friday, July 30th.  

Games will be played at 3:30pm and 4:45pm. Teams will be posted on Sunday, July 25th at the Friendly Store and the TBA Clubhouse.

All players from age 10 to 16 (as of July 30) are welcome. No experience is necessary. 

Registrations Details:

• Online purchase and registration is available here
• Cost $25 per player
• A waiver must be signed

Any questions should be directed to Luigi Santi at lsanti@harlanbakeries.com or 416.986.8713. 

 

37th Annual Thunder Run - Saturday July 31st

Thunder Runners!

Dust off your running shoes and start training!  The Thunder Run is back again!

Race Day events include something for every type of runner - a 5 km, 9 km and a 12&under kids 2 km run. Further details to come!

Volunteers – please let us know if you can volunteer on race day (community service hours available for teens).

 Race Coordinators: Chris & Ariel Burkett – chrisburkett16@hotmail.com & Sasha  Gollish - sashagollish@gmail.com

37th Annual Thunder Run - Saturday July 31st

Thunder Runners!

We are looking forward to Race Day! Our events include something for every type of runner - a 5 km, 9 km or a 12 & under kids 2 km run.

This year’s event will start with the 9k event at 9:30 am so you’re back with lots of time before the kids event starts at 10:45 am. Start & finish will be at the Clubhouse.

Registration Opens at 9am at the Clubhouse.  Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to your races start time for registration and COVID 19 screening. 

LOCATION: The Start & Finish Line will be @ the Clubhouse. 

9 km race time - 9:30 am

5 km race time - 10:00 am

2 km race time - 10:45 am

See below for further details and routes!

DISTANCE: Kids 12 & under 2k event (note: adults are welcome to participate)

5k route and a 9k route (15+ yrs old to compete in the 9k). 

PRIZING:

Girl/Boy 12 & under 2k event

Girl/Boy 14 & under 5k Event

Male/Female 15+ 5k event 

Male/Female 9k event

A big thanks to Tyler Richard & Saucony for continued support!

 

HAPPY RUNNING!

ROUTE DESCRIPTION: 

2k

Start: Thunder Beach Clubhouse

Head west on Green Point Road for ~200m. 

At the Green Point Road, West Shore Drive and Centre Beach Road intersection make a right on Centre Beach road. 

Follow Centre Beach Road east for ~1k to the end. 

At the marker make a 180 degree turn and head back west. 

At the Centre Beach Road & Thunder Bay lane fork stay to the left.

Follow Thunder Bay lane west toward The Friendly Corner Store (which will be on your left).

At the stop sign at Thunder Bay Lane and Green Point Road continue straight to stay on Green Point Road. 

Follow Green Point Road for ~400m back to the Thunder Beach Clubhouse. 

Finish: Thunder Beach Clubhouse

 

5k

Start: Thunder Beach Clubhouse

Head East on Green Point Road toward Thunder Bay Lane and The Friendly Corner Store. 

At the fork in the Road, stay to the left to stay on Thunder Bay Lane (The Friendly Corner will be on your right).

At the end of Thunder Bay Lane continue east on Centre Beach Road to the end of the road where there will be a turn-around sign.

Make a 180 degree turn to head west back on Centre Beach Road. 

At the Thunder Bay Lane & Centre Beach Road fork stay to the left and continue west to stay on Centre Beach Road (you’re following the shore line on Centre Beach).

Follow Centre Beach Road as it turns 90 degree and head south to the Centre Beach Road, West Shore Drive, Green Point Road intersection.

Make a right to head west on West Shore Drive. 

Continue West on West Shore Drive to the Government Dock. 

At the Government Dock make a 180 degree turn to head back east on West Shore Drive (the turn-around will be marked).

Head east on West Shore Drive back toward the Centre Beach Road, West Shore Drive, Green Point Road intersection.

Continue straight through the intersection to continue east on Green Point Road. 

Finish: Thunder Beach Clubhouse 

9k

Start: Thunder Beach Clubhouse

Head East on Green Point Road toward Thunder Bay Lane and The Friendly Corner Store. 

At the fork in the Road, stay to the left to stay on Thunder Bay Lane (The Friendly Corner will be on your right).

At the end of Thunder Bay Lane continue east on Centre Beach Road to the end of the road where there will be a turn-around sign.

Make a 180 degree turn to head west back on Centre Beach Road. 

At the Thunder Bay Lane & Centre Beach Road fork stay to the left and continue west to stay on Centre Beach Road (you’re following the shore line on Centre Beach).

Follow Centre Beach Road as it turns 90 degree and head south to the Centre Beach Road, West Shore Drive, Green Point Road intersection.

Make a right to head west on West Shore Drive. 

Continue West on West Shore Drive to the Government Dock. 

At the Government Dock make a 180 degree turn to head back east on West Shore Drive (the turn-around will be marked).

Head east on West Shore Drive back toward the Centre Beach Road, West Shore Drive, Green Point Road intersection. 

Continue east passed the Clubhouse on Green Point Road.

When you reach the Friendly Corner Store stay on Green Point [stay to the right (south side), the store will be on your left]

Continue east on Green Point toward County Road 6/Chemin du Loup Road.

At the Green Point Road & County Road 6/Chemin du Loup Road intersection turn left (north) toward the lake on County Road 6/Chemin du Loup Road.

Continue on County Road 6/Chemin du Loup Road for ~100m and make a right on East Beach Road

Follow East Beach Road for ~600m to the end.

There is a trail here that brings you out to a public beach access. It is rocky and as you look to your right there is a steep hill —> go up that!

Follow the trail up to Silver Birch Drive

Make a right on Silver Birch drive and follow the road west back to County Road 6/Chemin du Loup Road. 

At the Silver Birch Drive & County Road 6/Chemin du Loup Road intersection make a right on County Road 6/Chemin du Loup Road. 

Continue on County Road 6/Chemin du Loup Road for ~100m and make a left on Green Point Road. 

Follow Green Point Road west back to the Clubhouse ~1.5k. 

Finish: Thunder Beach Clubhouse.

July 31st Apparel Pick up

For those that ordered Thunder Beach Apparel in our second run, you can pick up your items at the Clubhouse on Saturday July 31st between 10am and 11:30am.  For any who were not able to pick up their orders from the first run, we will have those as well. 

Lights Out Thunder Beach

As practiced in past summers, we ask everyone to turn all outdoor lights off and keep indoor lights to a minimum so that we can enjoy the night sky to its fullest extent. 

The Perseid meteor shower is anticipated to be at its peak during the nights of August 11th and 12th this year.

Get your candles and flashlights ready for an evening under the sky!

We would also like to remind everyone to be mindful of unnecessary outdoor lighting at other times of year so we can all enjoy the night sky throughout the coming Spring and Summer. 

2021 Annual General Meeting

The 2021 Annual General Meeting will take place on Saturday, August 28, 2021 at 10:00 a.m.  It will take place outside due to COVID-19 restrictions.  Should it be cancelled due to rain, it will take place the following day.  

Find the agenda here.  If there is something outside of the agenda that you would like to raise at the meeting, please email John Philpott at jsphilpott@gmail.com.  

Roster Pick up

Rosters and apparel that was pre-ordered for July was distributed on July 3rd and July 31st.   If you missed this pick up time please let us know by emailing news@thunderbeach.org.