BHA's Education and Recreation (ER) Committee is springing back into action after a COVID pause. What activities/classes/lessons/special events would you like to have offered for property owners? This could include options we have had in the past (such as Pilates/bridge lessons/James Taylor lecture) or something totally new and different. Please send us your thoughts. Thank you!

Email your ideas for activities/classes/lessons/special events to Betsi Stephen, chair of the ER Committee, at betsistephen@gmail.com.

The 2022 BHA Assessments were due by February 15th. Late fees and interest will start accruing on March 15th. If you need a copy of your 2022 statement, email Denise Eidal at denise@baldheadassociation.com.

On February 25, 2022, Bald Head Island Transportation, Inc. (BHIT) provided initial public notification as required by law of a change in checked-baggage policies ordered by the North Carolina Utilities Commission (NCUC). The NCUC order becomes effective April 1, 2022. However, please note that well in advance of formal implementation of the new baggage policies and prior to strict enforcement, BHIT will communicate any process changes affecting passengers. During the 2022-2023 timeframe, BHIT anticipates implementing numerous process changes necessary to improve service delivery, increase reliability and enhance the customer experience. BHIT will initially focus on internal processes before expanding to baggage and passenger delivery operations, tram reservation integration and electronic ticketing. BHIT will share all process changes affecting the traveling public well in advance of implementation on BHIT's website at baldheadislandferry.com.

On February 23, 2022, the North Carolina Utility Commission (NCUC) ordered a checked-baggage limit of THREE(3) items per ticketed passenger on the Bald Head Island Ferry. The order also limits the size and weight of checked-baggage to being no larger than a standard 48-quart cooler and weighing no more than 50 pounds. Excess baggage as well as oversized and overweight items may be subject to an additional charge of $23 per item. BHIT will begin implementing this order on April 1, 2022 and through the remainder of the year. Click HERE for the NCUC Order A-41, Sub 20, and the amendment link is HERE.

The Village of BHI Council will hold its regular meeting on Friday, March 18, 2022, at 10:00am at the Public Safety Complex at 273 Edward Teach Extension. It will also be broadcast live via Zoom. Click HERE for the meeting link.

A Public Hearing will be conducted at the March 18th Council meeting to receive input. Click HERE for the updated notice.

Don't forget to "spring ahead" and move your clocks ahead one hour Saturday night. Daylight Saving Time officially begins at 2:00am on Sunday, March 13.

BHA's Education and Recreation (ER) Committee proudly announces the return of its popular Community Potluck Dinners! The first upcoming dinner is scheduled for Monday, March 14, at 6:00pm. Save the dates of April 11 (with a special speaker) and May 9 for the next dinners, as well. Dinners are held in the Generator Society Hall at the Association Center, 111 Lighthouse Wynd.

Everyone is welcome! Bring a dish to share and your favorite beverage. This community event is a great chance to make new friends and join those you've known for years. Click HERE for the poster.

Contact the chair of the ER Committee, Betsi Stephen, for additional information at betsistephen@gmail.com.

With 50km and 51-mile race options, Badwater® Cape Fear features a twelve-mile warm-up on the car-free, one-lane-wide roads and maritime forest trails of Bald Head Island, followed by either 19.5 or 39 miles of running on the wild and secluded sandy beach between Cape Fear and Fort Fisher. Click HERE to continue reading.

Join the BHI Artisans for their show and sale, held at the Bald Head Association's Generator Society Hall, 111 Lighthouse Wynd. For additional details, contact Sally Klippel at sallyklippel@bellsouth.net.

Don't forget to check BHA's calendar for ongoing events in the Association Center

such as yoga classes (Mondays and Wednesdays, 11:45am-1:15pm), knitting/crocheting group (Wednesdays 9:30am) and card-making classes (the second Wednesday of the month, 2:00pm).