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The spring clean up is an effort led by B&G along with the board.  It is typically scheduled for the first or second Saturday in May.  Historically, a boys and girls swim team is hired to do a bulk of the work.  Members are encouraged to participate as well.
The spring clean up is an effort led by B&G along with the board.  It is typically scheduled for the first or second Saturday in May.  Historically, a boys and girls swim team is hired to do a bulk of the work.  Members are encouraged to participate as well.


To support this activity:
==== Preparation and Notes ====


* Order mulch, as needed.
* Order mulch, as needed. The recommended amount is 11 to 15 yards of hardwood mulch.
** The recommended amount is 11 to 15 yards of hardwood.
* Purchase leaf bags as needed (check the shed first).  Have at least 30-40 on hand.
** Ensure that mulch is evenly spread, and not excessively so near the masonry.
* Ensure that the following supplies are available:
* Purchase leaf bags.
** Rakes, shovels, trowels, leaf blower(s) and extension cords.
* Ensure that the necessary yard tools are available.
** Buckets, scrub brushes and soap (for cleaning pavilion tables, pool deck furniture).
** Wheelbarrows (to haul mulch/sand; may need to borrow additional from members).
** Work gloves (club has an assortment on-hand; individuals may want to bring their own).
* The hired lawn crew does not trim trees or maintain landscape beds - this should be part of the clean-up.
* The hired lawn crew does not trim trees or maintain landscape beds - this should be part of the clean-up.
* Clean deck chairs and place on the pool deck.
* Power washing the pool deck in advance may be desirable (before chairs/lounges are placed).
* Set up and clean tables (pavilion and grounds).
 
==== Swim Team Tasks ====
 
B&G is responsible for guiding the swim team effort, which may include:
 
* Move pool deck furniture from the pavilion to the pool deck.
* Move the fire pit, pavilion tables, etc., in preparation for power washing.
* Wash and scrub pool deck furniture with soap.
* Spread mulch.
** Ensure sufficient coverage on the playground.
** Make sure excessive mulch is not piled up against the clubhouse masonry.
** Spread elsewhere on the property, especially within fenced-in areas.
* Haul and spread sand to the volleyball and tetherball courts (as needed - may not need be done every year).
* Move chemical supplies to pump house (chlorine tab buckets) and shed (acid boxes/bottles).
* Move pool cover into shed.
* Haul scrap materials from off-season projects as needed. 
* Place wooden picnic tables around grounds.
* Clean up leaves, sticks, etc., from the grounds.
* Clean up leaves, sticks, etc., from the grounds.
* Clean the clubhouse.
* Clean debris/weeds out of gravel around pump house, perimeter of pool.
* Clean and distribute trash and bottle recycling receptacles.
* Pull weeds.
 
==== Member and Board Tasks ====
 
The tasks below are recommended on an annual basis.  Additional tasks and projects may be added as needed.
 
* Thoroughly clean the club house, pump house and shed (in decreasing order of priority).
* Power wash all concrete surfaces (including the front pad between door and driveway).
* Install ceiling fans in the large pavilion (stored in the basement).
* Install ceiling fans in the large pavilion (stored in the basement).
* Clean and distribute trash and bottle recycling cans.
* Install tennis, volleyball and tetherball nets.
* Install tennis, volleyball and tetherball nets.
* Assemble, clean and test the gas grills.  The gas supply valve is in the basement utility room.
* Assemble, clean and test the gas grills.  The gas supply valve is in the basement utility room.
* Install the large umbrella.  The folding mechanism may need to be lubricated.
* Install the large umbrella.  The folding mechanism may need to be lubricated.
* Scrape (power wash) paint and/or repair hardware on wooden picnic tables (may not be needed every year).
* Trim bushes and trees.
* Plant flowers (this may be delayed until mid-May to avoid frost risk).


=== Mid May: Prepare for Opening ===
=== Mid May: Prepare for Opening ===