CHAMBER WEEKLY NEWS August 8, 2007
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"LOOKING AT THE LAKE",
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and community involvement.
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Visit http://www.canyonlakechamber.com/Newsletter/07AUGUSTNewsletter.pdf
and view the AUGUST NEWSLETTER !
RIBBON CUTTING
TUESDAY, AUGUST 14 @ 4:00 PM
CANYON LAKE MORTGAGE SERVICES
Ribbon Cutting will be at the
Canyon Lake Area Chamber of Commerce
Debra Claybourn or George Leppert 830.708-6336 or 830-708-6337.
We would like to announce a new addition of the word "Area" to our
name - and its official! Canyon Lake Area Chamber of Commerce would
also like to let you know about some new signs in the area. First,
our large sign located at the Visitors Center and Administrative
Offices is now lit up after dark. This sign also reflects our new
name. This sign was acquired through a grant at no cost to the
Chamber. Another new sign has been erected on Hwy 306 entering the
Canyon Lake area plus a new sign is now on River Road directing folks
to the Visitor's Center. Take a look next time you're out!
River Road, the Chamber and Hwy 306
The wide one is on River Rd; narrow one on Hwy 306.
AUGUST MIXER
GVTC invites you to the Canyon Lake Area Chamber of Commerce, the
Bulverde/Spring Branch Area Chamber of Commerce, and the Hill Country
Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours Mixer, Tuesday, August 28,
2007 5:30 - 7:30 PM at the GVTC Auditorium (FM 3159). This is a great
time to meet our neighbors and share ideas. Please mark your calendar
and plan to join us to welcome new members, network, and have a good
time doing it! On a special note, the Bulverde/Spring Branch Chamber
will be accepting donations of canned goods and/or cash for their Food
Pantry to help build their stock. Please bring it with you to the
mixer!
LODGING MEMBERS Please notify us of your vacancies! Visitors ask and
we love to tell! We track vacancies for YOU and are able to refer
quickly based on those vacancies and folks needs. We refer almost
every caller to your Lodging Amenities Page on the web! Email to
in...@canyonlakechamber.com or call 830.964.2223 or 800.528.2104 today!
Current Conditions at Canyon Lake
The US Army Corps of Engineers has been able to release a substantial
amount of water from Canyon Lake, beginning Tuesday, July 31, since
major flooding downstream lessened and waters in Canyon Lake mounted.
While the Canyon Lake level is at 917.72 ft. the target level will be
909-910ft. Water and weather conditions in and around our area will
be constantly evaluated, with changes relayed as usual.
Current Elevation
917.72 (10:50am)
Normal Elevation
909.00
Release 4210 cfs
Canyon Lake
With Canyon Lake's level being just under 9 feet above normal
elevation, some boat ramps are affected as is some access to these
ramps. With over 4000 cfs being released, the lake level is steadily
dropping. Comal County boat ramps currently closed will open as water
recedes, and the Corps of Engineers boat ramps will open when the ramp
areas dry out. Boating activity and fishing on Canyon Lake is open
and very active. Boat with caution due to some debris.
COE Parks on Canyon Lake, Hiking Trails, Swim Beaches and Canyon Lake
Boat Ramps #1 - #23, and local roads
North Park and Cranes Mill Park: OPEN. OPEN BOAT RAMPS #1 - Village,
#2 - Village West, #5 - Canyon Lake Forest, #6 - Canyon Lake Hills I -
East, #7 - Canyon Lake Hills II - West, #8 - Canyon Springs Resort,
and #9 - Cranes Mill Marina. Canyon Lake has 7 Corps of Engineers
Parks, some with swim beaches, several with hiking trails and has 23
boat ramps around its shoreline with #11 being upriver. As of today,
North Park and Cranes Mill Park are open, with the rest temporarily
closed due to high water. A few ramps are affected at this time.
Open ramps are #1, 2, 5, 6, 7, 8. With several ramps closed and in
regards to parking, please park courteously by not blocking roads or
driveways. Comal County Sheriff's officers can and will issue
tickets. Those ramps temporarily closed are #3 and #4 within Comal
Park, #10 on the west side of Cranes Mill Park, #11 at Cypress Cove,
#17 within Little Jacob's Creek Park, and #20 and #21 within Potter's
Creek Park, #22 at Canyon Lake Shores and #23 in Mystic Shores. Those
not listed are controlled by private entities who can be contacted
directly for more information. The Fishing Dock is currently closed.
Boating is allowed - boat with caution due to some debris and the
possibility of underwater foliage. For a detailed map of boat ramps on
Canyon Lake, including low and high water closure levels, click here:
BOAT RAMP MAP. Roads currently closed are Rebecca Creek @ Guadalupe,
Potter's Creek Road @ Fuller Drive, Canyon Park Road. Visit this link
for Comal County ramps and roads info: http://www.co.comal.tx.us/road_closures.htm
Guadalupe River Flow Below Canyon Dam
The current release of the Guadalupe River below Canyon Dam is 4210
cfs. Experienced rafters and/or guided raft trips only; closed for
tubing.
As always, we highly recommend for you to check with an Outfitter
before boarding the river to get the latest river conditions.
Outfitters want you to have a great time, but safety is a priority.
The outfitters listed in the above link will be aware of current
conditions.
For current information, you may contact the Canyon Lake Area Chamber
of Commerce at 800-528-2104 Monday - Friday 9am-5pm and Saturday
10am-2pm or the U S Army Corps of Engineers at 830.964.3341 during
business hours or call the recorded line after hours at 830-964-3342.
For level and flows, visit cceo.org, click on Guadalupe River link.
GUIDE TO RELEASE LEVELS:
100-500 cfs Recreational
500-800 cfs Challenging
800-1200 cfs Strenuous
1200-3000 cfs Extreme Caution; Experienced Boaters
Only; NO TUBING
Above 3000 cfs Dangerous; Guided Rafts Only; NO TUBING
Visit our website for fishing outfitters, boat rentals and cruises,
and other related activities. Stop by for current fishing reports!
Release refers to the amount of water being released from Canyon Lake
Reservoir into the Lower Guadalupe River in CFS (Cubic Feet per
Second). The Upper Guadalupe River is NOT affected by Canyon Lake.
The Upper River is affected by rainfall only. Please Note: To confirm
river flow downstream from the Dam, check with our local outfitters or
click here: http://cceo.org/
July's Business After-Hours Mixer, hosted by Whitewater on the
Horseshoe Live Music Amphitheater was a huge fund-raiser for our
Precincts 1 and 4 Constables, Shane Rapp and Ben Scroggin. The
official amount raised is $5,018.00!! We surpassed last year's
record!
CANYON LAKE AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE along with all the SPONSORS will
be PRESENTING THE DONATIONS in COMMISSIONERS COURT TO THE CONSTABLES
ON
THURSDAY, AUGUST 9TH AT 8:15 am.
~CASH DONATIONS~
Wingert Insurance Agency ~ $500!
Rotary Club of Canyon Lake ~ $500
First State Bank ~ $350!
Wells Fargo Bank - Sattler ~ $250!
Independent Title ~ $250!
Checkered Flag Automotive ~ $100!
THE BUSINESS NETWORK SESSIONS are returning in September! Running
September - March on the 3rd Thursday of each month, 6-7pm, these free
to the public meetings are set up to address topics of interest
submitted by area business owners and interested parties. Speakers
come from various backgrounds, commit to the time, and provide a
professional presentation to attendees of important information that
can help their business. Mark you calendar and keep these
information meetings in mind! More information will follow on
selected topics and speakers. Our line-up for speakers are in the
works, however, if you have a topic you would like to know more about,
or if you would like to recommend a speaker, please email
ad...@canyonlakechamber.com.
BUSINESS MEMBERS
Visit our Calendar of Events, Coupons, and Classified Ads and POST for
FREE!
Drop off Brochures and Business Cards for the Visitor's Center!
Submit info or purchase ad space for the Monthly Newsletter by the
20th of each month.
Submit Weekly Email info by Friday of each week.
Rent Highlight Tables at each month's Mixers.
Purchase Chamber website ads to get exposure for YOUR business.
Sponsor the Chamber Weekly Radio Show - this is OUR show!
CANYON LAKE AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
MISSION: The mission of the Canyon Lake Area Chamber of Commerce is
to promote business and community growth while enhancing and
preserving the quality of life.
VISION: We, the Chamber, wish to preserve the natural beauty and rich
heritage of the Texas Hill Country be encouraging responsible commerce
and carefully managed growth, by promoting opportunities for all
citizens and by leaving a proud legacy for future generations.
The Annual Membership Meeting will be held on September 18th this
year, at CRRC (Rec Center) below Canyon Dam at 5:30pm. The new
direction will be revealed at that time.
We need the help of strong leaders in our community! If you would
like to participate in a Task Force sub-committee or would like to
discuss volunteer opportunities, please contact Jaynellen Ladd at
830.964.2223 Monday - Friday.
VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION LUNCHEON Each year the Canyon Lake Area
Chamber of Commerce hosts a luncheon to thank the volunteers who take
the time each week to spend 4-8 hours a day (some work more than one
day a week!) directing visitors to your businesses, answering phones,
referring our business members to inquirers and much, much more! Many
spend evenings and weekends assisting with Chamber events. They are
truly priceless! So much of what we do here would not be possible
without them. We are privileged to have 13 regular weekly volunteers
and 5 substitutes and special project volunteers. This year we are
hosting a luncheon for them September 13th 11:30am - 1:00pm at Hideout
on the Horseshoe Pavilion, with a 'Hee Haw' theme, and it should be
quite fun. And, being that the Chamber operates primarily on
membership dues collected, an annual allotment from WORD, any income
we raise from our annual BBQ Cook-Off and a few miscellaneous
donations, we would be happy to accept any donations for this event to
help make it truly special. If you are interested in donating towards
this Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon, please contact Bonnie or
Jaynellen at 830.964.2223 or 800.528.2104.
CANYON LAKE FRIENDLY signs are available! $5 and $10.
Show your spirit by displaying a sign in your business window today!
THANK YOU - Local Boys Lawn Care & Pressure Washing - for the
complimentary manicuring of our lawn around the Chamber Visitor's
Center!!
Thank You! Robert Bradford - Dixie Electrical Services, for your
generous complimentary hook-up! Our big sign is lit!
Drive by and check it out!
NEWEST MEMBERS - Welcome, Ya'll!
CARVER REPAIR & INSTALL
J. R. & Gwen Carver
709 Clay Ridge
Canyon Lake, Texas 78133
RV Services and Home Repairs. We come to your RV providing
professional service. We also offer home repairs service.
CASA DE LINDA
Linda & David Jacobson
2091 Desiree Drive
Canyon Lake, Texas 78133
Advertising & Marketing and Arts. Professional marketing, public
relations and graphic design services for businesses and non-profit
organizations. Free initial consultation. Artist and art instructor.
HILL-TEX ELECTRIC
Freddy & Ana Vasquez
307 Lamplight
Spring Branch, Texas 78070
Builder/Contractor. Electrical contractor located near Hwy 306 and US
Hwy 281. Residential, commercial and industrial. Free estimates.
Licensed. Insured. Serving Bexar, Blanco and Comal Counties.
LIQUOR ON THE RIVER
Justin King
1391 Fm 2673
Canyon Lake, Texas 78133
Liquor. Great assortment of your favorites!
APPEARANCE PLUS
Steve Black
128 Paloma Drive
Canyon Lake, Texas 78133
sbl...@appearanceplusoftexas.com
Window Tinting. Residential, commercial and decorative window films.
3M Authorized Dealer Window Films. 3M Authorized Dealer Prestige
Window Films.
NEW ASSOCIATES
Kimberly Cleveland
NEWS * NEWS * NEWS
SILVER STATE HELICOPTERS and "Orange County Choppers" will present
their newest custom motorcycle to all of their local fans on Saturday,
August 11th at the New Braunfels Municipal Airport. Paul Sr., Paul
Jr, and Mikey Teutul have built one of their most incredible bikes
ever for Silver State Helicopters, and Silver State is trading the
Teutuls one of their 'choppers' for the bike! A chopper for chopper
trade! The Teutuls are arriving in style in their new customized
helicopter complete with a flaming hot OCC paint job. Mikey is going
to help fly the OCC chopper as it delivers the bike! Everyone is
invited! Doors open at 10:00 AM - get there early for food, prizes,
entertainment and more! All this actions is being filmed for an
upcoming episode of the hit television series "American Chopper."
This location is now the new corporate headquarters for Silver State
Helicopters. Silver State offers tours, is a helicopter academy, and
air traffic control training facility. For more information visit
ssheli.com or call 888-91-PILOT.
1457 FM 2673
CANYON LAKE, TX 78133
FRI & SAT AUGUST 17 & 18
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SIDEWALK CLEARANCE SALE MUST MAKE ROOM FOR CHRISTMAS MERCHANDISE! UP
TO 80% OFF.
ITEMS INCLUDE ALL IN STOCK, AND OPEN BOX HIGH DEFINITION WIDE SCREEN
TV'S, BUSH TELEVISION FURNITURE, DVD PLAYERS, PORTABLE STEREOS, CELL
PHONE ACCESSORIES (CAR CHARGERS $1.99), & DIRCTV DVR RECEIVERS.
DISH NETWORK WILL ALSO HAVE A TENT FOR THOSE INTERESTED IN SIGNING UP
FOR NEW SERVICE. THOSE WHO DO SIGN UP AT THAT TIME WILL RECEIVE
EXCLUSIVE SPECIAL DEALS!
Sponsoring "Looking at the Lake" August 16th! Listen Up!
Please see www.HillCountryAlliance.org for complete details on the
following:
Oak Hill meeting tonight - OHAN's monthly meeting tonight (Wednesday)
includes a discussion about the future of the "Y". Details posted
along with a link to an article summarizing the outcome of the
mediation process that has recently concluded. If you support the
Fix290 Parkway plan - Fix290 needs you to stay informed and stay
involved. www.fix290.org
ACT NOW - Digital Billboards on Hill Country roads such as 71, 281 and
290? - Now is the time to speak up. Details posted along with contact
information. It is critical that the Transportation Commission hear
from citizens on this issue.
Travis County approves safety recommendations for Hwy 71. As
development continues to explode along Hwy 71 West, traffic volumes
and accidents have increased, several resulting in fatalities. Travis
County recommendations to CAMPO for safety improvements are posted.
The Hill Country Alliance (HCA) is a non-profit organization whose
purpose is to raise public awareness and build community support
around the need to preserve the natural resources and heritage of the
Central Texas Hill Country. Sign up for their e-news - 'neighbor to
neighbor'. Watch for the availability of their new 2008 Hill Country
Calendar - which includes a winning photo from local member Valerie
Schroller of Alternative Pest Control, for the month of July!
Sattler Artisans' Alley and Discovery Maps/Texas Tour Guides, Inc.
announce the winners of the recent Art Contest! All art work entered
in the show benefits Canyon Lake artists, the Blue Star Moms
Organization and The New Life Children's Treatment Center. All
entries of the show can be viewed and are for sale at Sattler
Artisans' Alley through Labor Day. Winners of the 2007 "Making Canyon
Lake Memories" Art Show held at Sattler Artisans' Alley:
Congratulations!
3rd Place was a tie between Linda Jacobson's "Vereda Real"
and Bonnie Sue Williams' "Catfish"
2nd Place was Barbara Hines' "Devill's Playground at the
Lazy L on the Guadalupe"
and 1ST PLACE winner and Canyon Lake's representative on
the 2008 Discovery Map - East Hill Country is Carole Wilhelm's "Sunset
Sails". Carole is a Canyon Lake resident and member of the Canyon
Lake Art Guild.
YOU STRENGTHEN CANYON LAKE WHEN YOU BUY LOCALLY!!
Sattler Artisans' Alley
1381 Sattler Rd. Located in Sattler Village off Hwy 2673 behind Tye
Preston Library ;
Store ph.(830) 964-3609
VJ's FITNESS EXPRESS
Join us for Yoga! Available, 2-week Yoga program Mon. & Wed. 6-7 PM
Fri. 11-12 Noon
Villa Jean Tiller vj...@gvtc.com
RIVERSIDE RESORT HAS SOME SPECIAL DEALS FOR YOU!
Mention the Canyon Lake Chamber and:
Receive a 10% discount on your weekend stay (2 night minimum).
Book at least 3 nights Sunday through Wednesday get unlimited Putt
Putt Golf and 50% off your 3rd night.
Book at least 2 nights Sunday through Wednesday get unlimited Putt
Putt Golf and get 20% off your stay.
Riverside resort is located conveniently between Canyon Dam and the
Horseshoe on the Guadalupe at 13190 FM 306. Park Phone: 830-964-3629
www.riversideresort.net ma...@riversideresort.net Contact: Mark, Kathy,
James or Brittney
It's about time for the annual Canyon Lake Market Days held at CRRC
Rec Center this coming October 27th. Vendors are wanted! Contact
Kristi at 830.964.3003 to secure your booth or for more information!
EVENTS
WEDNESDAY, August 8
GRUENE HALL - Texas Renegade (CD Release) 7:30-11:30pm, no cover.
1281 Gruene Drive. 629-5077. www.gruenehall.com
THURSDAY, August 9
"LOOKING AT THE LAKE" 1:00PM KGNB 1420 AM Radio.
The Chamber's OWN RADIO SHOW! SPONSORED BY CANYON LAKE WATER SERVICE
COMPANY, featuring Robert Maxwell Case. Jaynellen Ladd rounds up a
special guest this week to help deliver the news, and they put on a
show you won't want to miss. Host Wayne Fanning breaks in with his
own take on things, and asks questions the audience might like to ask,
making it quite fun to hear about news, events, issues and more,
including new members and current lake and river information.
www.canyonlakechamber.com.
GRUENE HALL - Teresa James 8:00-11:30pm, no cover. 1281 Gruene Drive.
629-5077. www.gruenehall.com
FRIDAY, August 10
LEMONADE FRIDAYS IN AUGUST - Stop in and Enjoy a Security State Bank &
Trust Tradition! Cookies and Lemonade every Friday in August.
BRAUNTEX PERFORMING ARTS THEATRE - presenting Steel Magnolias Aug
10-12 Friday & Saturday @ 7:30pm; Sunday @ 3pm. 290 West San Antonio,
New Braunfels. 830.627.0808 www.brauntex.org
90 POINTS WINE BAR - Live Music every Friday & Saturday Nights!
Unique wine selection and retail sales. 14460 River Road 830.964.5900
sandie...@90pts.com www.90pts.com Located in the Whisper Creek
Log Cabin model home in Sattler.
Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Hill Country ~ The English Brothers
western music show. Cowboy vittles included! 6:30pm. Reservations
877.964.3731 www.CanyonTrailChuckwagon.com
GRUENE HALL - The Gourds (CD Release) www.gruenehall.com 1281 Gruene
Drive. 629-5077
DAM RED BARN - Karaoke every Friday. 964.2420
SATURDAY, August 11
SILVER STATE HELICOPTERS and "Orange County Choppers" will present
their newest custom motorcycle to all of their local fans on Saturday,
August 11th at the New Braunfels Municipal Airport. Doors open at
10:00 AM. For more information visit ssheli.com or call 888-91-
PILOT.
BRAUNTEX PERFORMING ARTS THEATRE - presenting Steel Magnolias Aug
10-12 Friday & Saturday @ 7:30pm; Sunday @ 3pm. 290 West San Antonio,
New Braunfels. 830.627.0808 www.brauntex.org
WHITEWATER on the Horseshoe Live Music Amphitheater AUGUST 11TH:
SPAZMATICS. For more information 888-405-HIDE www.floattheguadalupe.com
90 POINTS WINE BAR - Live Music every Friday & Saturday Nights!
Unique wine selection and retail sales. 14460 River Road 830.964.5900
sandie...@90pts.com www.90pts.com Located in the Whisper Creek
Log Cabin model home in Sattler.
Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Hill Country ~ The English Brothers
western music show. Cowboy vittles included! 6:30pm. Reservations
877.964.3731 www.CanyonTrailChuckwagon.com
DAM RED BARN - Live Music every Saturday. 964.2420
GRUENE HALL - The McKay Brothers 1:00 - 5:00, no cover. Rotel & The
Hot Tomatoes www.gruenehall.com 1281 Gruene Drive. 629-5077
SUNDAY, August 12
GRUENE HALL - Gospel Brunch with a Texas Twist 1281 Gruene Drive.
629-5077. www.gruenehall.com
GRUENE HALL - Bret Graham 12:30-4:30pm, no cover.
Jesse Dayton 5:00 - 9:00pm. 1281 Gruene Drive. 629-5077. www.gruenehall.com
BRAUNTEX PERFORMING ARTS THEATRE - presenting Steel Magnolias Aug 3-5;
Aug 10-12 Friday & Saturday @ 7:30pm; Sunday @ 3pm. 290 West San
Antonio, New Braunfels. 830.627.0808 www.brauntex.org
MONDAY, August 13
GRUENE HALL - The Band of Heathens - Monday Night Still Special
7:30 - 11:30pm, no cover. 1281 Gruene Drive. 629-5077. www.gruenehall.com
TUESDAY, August 14
RIBBON CUTTING
TUESDAY, AUGUST 14 @ 4:00 PM
CANYON LAKE MORTGAGE SERVICES
Ribbon Cutting will be at the
Canyon Lake Area Chamber of Commerce
GRUENE HALL - Two Ton Tuesday with Two Tons of Steel. 1281 Gruene
Drive. 629-5077. www.gruenehall.com
WEDNESDAY, August 15
GRUENE HALL - Call for band info 7:30-11:30pm, no cover. 1281 Gruene
Drive. 629-5077. www.gruenehall.com
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
August 28th - Chamber Business After-Hours Mixer - 5:30pm at GVTC
Auditorium
August's host, GVTC, will welcome members from Canyon Lake Area
Chamber of Commerce, Bulverde/Spring Branch Chamber of Commerce and
Hill Country Chamber of Commerce.
Submit information for publicity to ad...@canyonlakechamber.com.
Include contact name, address, phone number, email and website for
best exposure. Please add the Chamber's link to YOUR website. For
more information about any of the above, please contact the Chamber at
830.964.2223 or 800.528.2104.
Canyon Lake Area Chamber of Commerce is located at 3934 FM 2673 and
open Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM and Saturday 10:00 AM - 2:00
PM. Phone is 830-964-2223. www.canyonlakechamber.com;
in...@canyonlakechamber.com or ad...@canyonlakechamber.com
Thanks for reading!
Bonnie Hopper
CANYON LAKE AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
3934 FM 2673 ~ Canyon Lake, Texas 78133
830.964.2223 or 800.528.2104
www.canyonlakechamber