From the Fringe
Mike Cook - PGA Head Golf Professional
The Golf Shop is open 7 days a week from 8:00am until 5:00pm and our staff and I are here to assist you in any way we can. Please call us if you have any questions or need to make a reservation for golf at 1-209-962-8620.
Upcoming Events Event Date(s)
Ladies 9-Hole Golf Club Weekly Play Day Tuesdays (New Day for 2025)
Ladies 18-Hole Golf Club Weekly Play Day Thursdays
PML Event Veteran’s Day Tuesday November 11
PML Men’s Golf Club Turkey Shoot Saturday November 1
PML Event Holiday Express Fri/Sat December 5/6
Pine Mountain Lake Golf Course Rated #4 in the USA by Golf Pass
Golf Pass is one of the Nation’s leading promoters of the game of golf. Golf Pass brings together the best golf courses, instruction, entertainment, travel information and much more to help golfers enjoy more golf, more often. Each year Golf Pass customer’s rate the Golf Courses that they play and in the latest list of the top 25 Golf Courses in America, Pine Mountain Lake Golf Course is rated #4 in the Country. We are truly blessed with a great Golf Course and thank you Rob Abbott our Golf Course Superintendent and his crew for the wonderful condition of our Hidden Gem.
Ladies 18-Hole Golf Club – Pine Tree Invitational
This year’s Pine Tree Invitational was held on September 25-27. The 72-player field was split into 3 flights. The following are the winners of each flight:
Aces Flight Queens Flight Jokers Flight
Stacy Brown Jane Reynolds Linda Sarratt
Shelly Hanak Cindy de Vissere Nancy Johnson
Lisa Ribeiro Valerie Endman Susan Dwyer
Lisa Duburg Debbie Cardoza Maureen Campbell
PML Lady Niners – Wine In The Pines Invitational
This year’s Wine-in-the-Pines Invitational was held on October 7. This year’s event was a mixed field of 72 players consisting of women and men. Here are the results of the event:
1st Place 2nd Place 3rd Place
Laura Kramer Deanie Martini Paul Kuhn
Marc Fossum Chris Aissa Levi Fontaine
Ray Emerald Larry Torres Walt Reimers
Ryan Emerald Debbie Torres Roger Gonzalez
Pine Mountain Lake Holiday Express – December 5 & 6
If you are not aware of what the Holiday Express is; the Holiday Express is an event where PML Property Owners whose property is on the Golf Course on holes 1-5 and 10-18, light up their Golf Course portion of their property with lights and Christmas decorations and PML conducts tours where spectators tour the Golf Course at night to view the lights and decorations. This is PML’s version of “Candy Cane Lane”. It is our hope that EVERY PML home owner whose property is on the Golf Course will take part in this event and light up the Golf Course side of their property, even if it is just putting up a few strings of lights. This year’s event is scheduled for Friday December 5 and Saturday December 6. See fliers in the newsletter for more information. Sign-ups for the tours will be available starting in the first week of November. For more information call the Golf Shop at 209-962-8620.
A Special Thank You
Pine Mountain Lake would like to extend a special thank you to the PML Members, Guests and Public for helping keep the course in such great shape by fixing their ball marks, raking the bunkers and replacing divots. We feel that along with the PML Maintenance Staff you deserve credit for the course conditions also. Keep up the great work!
Men’s Purple/Green Combo Tee Changes
Beginning on July 1, 2025 the following changes will go into effect for the Men’s Purple/Green Combo Tees:
Hole #6 will change from a Purple Tee to a Green Tee.
Hole #10 will change from a Purple Tee to a Green Tee.
Hole #11 will change from a Green Tee to a Purple Tee.
Reasons for the changes:
The men’s and women’s Purple/Green Combo tees have been the same but the women’s par on #6 & #10 is 5 and the men’s par is 4. Moving the men’s tees to the Green Tee on these two holes is warranted due to the difference in par and the length of the holes.
Playing hole #11 from the Green Tee made it necessary to adjust the handicap holes on the back nine due to the 168 -yard shorter distance difference from the Gold Tee. By moving back to the Purple Tee it makes it so we can keep the handicap holes the same for all the tees.
Our new scorecards reflect these changes and the new scorecards have rounded corners so we can easily recognize the new scorecards.
If you have any questions, please call the Golf Shop.
Driving Range
As of November 1, the Driving Range will be open from 8:00am until 3:00pm (Last Ball Hit at 3:00pm).
Golf Services (Lockers, Bag & Push Cart Storage)
If you would like to rent a locker or store you bag or push cart, there is space available. Call or come to the Golf Shop for more information or an application.
Pine Mountain Lake Golf Webcam
On the pinemountainlake.com website we now have a live webcam that looks down the 10th hole. Click on the Amenities tab, then go to and click on the 18 Hole Championship Golf Course tab, then scroll down to and click on the Golf Course Webcam. You will be able to see the live conditions at the Golf Course.
Callaway Golf Club Trial Sets
We NOW have the NEW Callaway ELYTE line of clubs available for testing in the Golf Shop. We have trial sets that you can take to the range or out on the Golf Course. For more information, call or come in to the Golf Shop.
We now have the NEW CALLAWAY REVA LADIES trial sets.
Southern Valley Seniors
If you are a PML Property Owner, a Member of the PML Men’s Golf Club and are 50 years of age and above, you qualify to join the PML Southern Valley Seniors (SVS). The SVS play home & away events with other Golf Courses in the Southern Valley, such as Turlock CC, Oakdale CC & Spring Creek CC, to name a few. If you are interested call the Golf Shop and we will put you in touch with the SVS PML Captain.
Punch Cards
Pine Mountain Lake Association Property Owners can save up to $6.00 per round by purchasing a Punch Card in the Golf Shop. There are; 9-Hole & 18-Hole Punch Cards available. For more information call or come into the Golf Shop.
NEW Pine Mountain Lake Property Owners
If you are a new Pine Mountain Lake Property Owner and you are interested in getting acquainted with other Property Owners who play golf, call the Golf Shop 1-209-962-8620 and we will let you know what golfing groups you may be able to join or what golf activities are planned for the year.
Men’s & Ladies Golf Clubs
If you are interested in joining the Men’s or Ladies Golf Clubs, you can call the Golf Shop 1-209-962-8620 and we will give you the information you need. Applications are available in the Golf Shop. The Men’s Club has a website (www.pmlmgc.com) that you can visit to sign-up online for your membership (see Men’s Club eligibility rules) or to print an application. Once you are a Men’s Club Member, you can sign-up for tournaments online.
Property Owner Annual Golf Cart Rental Agreement
Every person who drives a golf cart on the course, is required to sign a golf cart rental agreement at the time of registration, before they can drive a golf cart. PML Property Owners sign the agreement one-time and that covers the entire year. If you have not signed your agreement you can go to the PML website (www.pinemountainlake.com) and fill it out and sign online or you will be asked to sign the form when you register in the Golf Shop. Click on amenities, then click on golf and you will see the agreement with other forms available. If you have any questions, please call the Golf Shop 1-209-962-8620.
Care of the Golf Course
TAKING CARE OF THE GOLF COURSE IS EVERYONE’S RESPONSIBILITY; PLEASE DO YOUR PART!
Replacing Divots – PML is a DIVOT FIRST facility; that means that if the divot is intact or even a portion of the divot is intact, we want you to replace the divot first and press the divot down firmly with your foot. When an intact divot is replaced, it will begin to root right away but a mulch filled divot will take weeks to fill in. If the divot hole is not totally filled in by the divot that you replaced then fill the rest of the hole with mulch and press down the divot firmly with your foot. If the divot is not intact, then fill the divot hole with mulch and smooth the mulch with your foot so it is level with the ground.
Repairing Ball Marks – This is one of the major negatives in our great game; players either do not know how to repair ball marks correctly or don’t even attempt to repair them. Here is the correct way to repair a ball mark:
Insert the divot tool just outside the edge of the ball mark, use the divot tool to mend in the outside portion if the ball mark towards the middle. Then use you putter to tap down the repaired turf. If a ball mark is repaired properly, you will not even be able to tell that there was a ball mark. NEVER PULL UP THE MIDDLE OF THE BALL MARK.
Raking Bunkers – We are back to normal procedures concerning bunkers; PLEASE make sure that you rake the bunker after you have hit your shot.
Golf Carts – Driving golf carts on the fairways has a negative effect on turf conditions over time. PLEASE use the 90-degree rule posted in each golf cart in order to minimize the cart traffic on the fairways.
Holiday Cheer Returns to Pine Mountain Lake After a Memorable Summer
Melody Wisdom, CCAM - Recreation and Seasonal Operations Manager
As the summer draws to a close, Pine Mountain Lake is tipping its hat to a season defined by patience, cooperation, and community. Members and guests came together as the community implemented the new Golden Mussel Protocols to protect our lake.
Marina Manager, Dawn and her team kept inspection lines moving and wait times to a minimum, even on the busiest weekends. Residents noticed and commented on the organized staging, friendly check-ins, and constant communication. Resulting in smooth operations, and a summer filled with lots of fun and great memories. Kudos to the entire Marina crew.
During the off-season, please contact the Marina Manager at 1-209-962-8631 with any questions or to schedule a launch time.
But the fun doesn’t stop when the beach umbrellas fold!
Christmas Tree Lane at the Equestrian Center
Friday, December 12, 2025 • 5:00–8:00 PM
Get ready for twinkling lights, cozy cocoa, and serious creativity. Christmas Tree Lane returns to the Equestrian Center and everyone’s invited to participate or simply stroll and enjoy. Christmas Tree Lane is more than a photo op; it’s a celebration of the people who make PML special. From new neighbors decorating their first tree to longtime residents continuing family traditions, the evening is a joyful reminder of how much we can create together.
How to Join the Festivities
Tree Set-Up: Thursday, December 11, 9:00 AM–4:30
PM
Bring an artificial tree, solar or battery-powered lights, and your favorite
decorations to the Equestrian Center. Participation is free for individuals,
families, clubs, neighborhood groups, and businesses.
Display & Voting: Friday, December 12,
5:00–8:00 PM
Wander through a forest of themed trees and cast your ballot for the People’s
Choice Award.
Santa at the Stables: Keep an eye out for Santa, Mrs. Claus, Elsa, Olaf, and the Grinch, perfect for festive photos while you sip hot cocoa and soak up the holiday cheer.
For more information contact Melody Wisdom at 1 (209) 962-8604 or pmlfun@pinemountainlake.com
Fall at the Barn
KENDRA BROWN – EQUESTRIAN CENTER MANAGER
As we move into the holiday season, we want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible events that filled our fall calendar. October was a busy and exciting month at the PMLA Equestrian Center. Our Dave Stamey and Jennifer Grant concert was a wonderful evening filled with great music, good food, and an amazing crowd. The atmosphere was lively, and it was heartwarming to see so many members and guests come together under the lights to enjoy a perfect fall night.
Just one week later, our Fall Festival brought families from all over the community for a day full of fun. The event featured pony rides, a pumpkin patch, bounce house, petting zoo, games, and local vendors. The turnout was fantastic, and it was wonderful to see so many smiles throughout the day. A big thank you to all of our staff, volunteers, and community partners who helped make these events such a success.
As the temperatures continue to drop, we’ve begun pulling out the horse blankets and preparing for those crisp winter mornings. This time of year, it’s especially important to make sure horses are staying hydrated and maintaining healthy weights as their bodies burn extra calories to stay warm. Our staff have been busy monitoring the herd, adjusting feed as needed, and making sure everyone is comfortable and ready for the colder months ahead.
Now, as we look toward December, we are excited to announce this year’s Christmas at the Barn celebration. This year’s event is going to be better than ever. We are inviting all clubs, businesses, and individuals to participate in Christmas Tree Lane. Participants will provide their own artificial tree, along with solar or battery-powered lights and themed decorations. Set-up will take place on December 11th between 9:00 am and 6:00 pm, and the main event will be held on December 12th when Santa makes his grand arrival at the barn. It is free to participate, and there will be People’s Choice Awards for the best-decorated trees.
We look forward to ending the year on a festive note and hope you’ll join us in spreading some holiday cheer at the barn.
Kendra Brown
Open Monday-Sunday 7:00am-5:00pm
13309 Clifton Way
Office: 209-962-8667
FROM PMLA SAFETY COMMITTEE
BOB ASQUITH
The Pine Mountain Lake Safety and Security Committee is a standing committee authorized by the PMLA Board of Directors to inform its decision making and promote its mission. The Committee meets every month.
JOIN OUR COMMITTEE MEETING: MEMBERS MAY
ATTEND OUR COMMITTEE MEETINGS.
OUR NEXT MEETING IS NOVEMBER 12TH AT 9AM VIA ZOOM. PLEASE EMAIL SAFETYCOMM@PINEMOUNTAINLAKE.COM
TO OBTAIN YOUR INVITATION.
CERT will hold its FEMA provided Basic Training Nov 14-16 in Groveland. ALL are welcome. It is Free. There are still some available.
We are developing a path for Firewise Communities to also be Neighborhood Watch Neighborhoods. Details coming.
We met with researchers from UC Davis who are working on a project with CALFIRE to graphically show members what their property would look like when the vegetation is thinned to a safe state. See October story.
We have reviewed the PG&E work along Pine Mountain Drive and requested they move the equipment cabinet at PM Drive and Tannahill as it represents a safety hazard by obscuring the view of oncoming traffic. They are complying.
We have worked with PML Admin to develop a process for regular AED inspections to ensure their readiness.
We want your opinions. Please Email them to us:
House numbering – Fire Dept recommendations
Speeding – Looking for solutions to calm PML traffic
Roadway and Intersection markings – Speed limits and Evacuation routes
Text messaging – Admin is working on texting. Stay tuned (Push technology)
Updates to PML Safety and Emergency documentation
Emergency Communications – Sign up for these emergency
alerts at:
https://www.tuolumnecounty.ca.gov/1170/Emergency-Alerts
Who should receive these alerts? Your Land Line, ALL family members cell
phones, including Someone Off-The-Hill.
Emergency Evacuation—These maps are approved and
ready to use. Maps show the routes out of PML and the major evacuation routes
away from Groveland. Additional emergency information can be found at
https://www.pinemountainlake.com/emergency-information-and-resources/
Evac
Maps are on the PMLA website. Download & print your copy.
https://www.pinemountainlake.com/.../PML-Evacuation-Maps.pdf
Please email comments to: SafetyComm@pinemountainlake.com
