Seasonal Newsletter
January 2023
Be Ready for Season 2023
Hello, Seasonal Campers!

The excitement for season 2023 is growing! Get ready now by completing the registration process. The registration packet of forms was emailed to all seasonals on 1/20/23.

Important Reminders: Registration
Registration
  1. Once you've filled out the registration forms we encourage you to PRINT it and READ it through. The packet contains the Permit and License Agreement and 2023 Seasonal License Handbook. Each is updated every season. Keep the printed packet handy so you can refer to it as needed.
  2. Send all supporting documents to camping@fishlakebeach.com with your exact site number in the subject line. Please keep track of what you send.
  3. When filling out the License Application, please enter the name and phone number of an emergency contact person that DOES NOT LIVE WITH YOU. We care about our seasonal campers. 🥰

 Payment
  • Payment in full is due by April 15, 2023.
  • If you pay in full by April 15, 2023 you will receive 10 FREE Guest Passes.
  • Payment in full by February 1, 2023 will result in a $25.00 reduction in your bill.
  • Mail personal checks or money orders to Fish Lake Beach 32223 N. US Hwy 12 Volo Illinois 60073 or call 847-546-2228 to make a credit card payment by phone. A 3% surcharge applies to credit card payments.
  • To request your current balance send an email to camping@fishlakebeach.com with your site number in the subject line. Call 847-546-2228 between 9am-3pm, M-F if you require additional assistance.

How to buy Additional Vehicle Passes
  • To buy additional vehicle passes: Send an email to camping@fishlakebeach.com with the quantity of additional vehicle passes needed and the site number in the subject line.
  • To obtain the vehicle pass(es) the invoice must be paid in full and a copy of each passholder’s driver's license sent to camping@fishlakebeach.com with the site number in the subject line. 

How to Obtain Your Vehicle Passes
  • Completed registration forms, supporting documents, and payment of your outstanding balance are all required to prepare your vehicle passes.
  • Once your vehicle passes are ready an email will be sent to the primary licensee with the subject line: "your passes are ready! These emails are sent as we get closer to the opening date in April.

~The Deadline to Register is May 15, 2023~
Our insurance provider demands that seasonal campers are registered in order to be on the property. Please respect our business's need for your compliance with this matter.
  • Registration forms were emailed on 1/20/23. Instructions are in the message of the email AND on the registration forms. If you need help with the registration process contact us before April 15, 2023.
  • Please do not wait until the last minute to register.
  • If you are not registered by May 15, 2023, we will provide you with one temporary vehicle pass when you arrive, it will be valid for one week so you can complete the registration process. If you are not registered after the temporary vehicle pass expires your admission to the property will be restricted. 

~Other Reminders~
Critters
Please do NOT FEED stray or feral cats or other wildlife in the campground. Doing so creates an expectation that they'll receive food, increases the transmission of disease to other animals and people, and increases the possibility of damage to trailers.

Electric
You may complete a credit card authorization form to allow Fish Lake Beach to process payment of your electric bill on your credit or debit card as they come due. There is no fee for this service. The form must be updated each season, in person, at the registration office. 

Site Clean-Up Help
If you need raking, mowing, weed whacking, power washing, heat or air conditioning maintenance, window or screen repairs etc., etc. please consider asking your neighbors on the Seasonal Facebook Group page. Other resources may be found in apps that feature local service providers such as Task Rabbit or Thumbtack. FYI, Home Depot in Volo rents power washers.

Easter
Fish Lake Trailer Sales AND Fish Lake Beach Campground are closed on April 9, 2023 Easter Sunday. No one is allowed on the property on Easter Sunday.

Message From Biglow Insurance For Seasonals With Golf Cart Permits
The message from Biglow starts below this line.
Under the policy for your Park Model, liability for a golf cart is extended from your Foremost insurance policy and the personal property limit in the state of Illinois for Golf Cart physical damage coverage is up to $5,000.  The provision within the policy where it uses “You” also refers to any family member of the insured. All others are not covered.  RV policies do not have golf cart liability and physical damage extension. 
If you have questions about your Golf Cart insurance coverage please contact Biglow Insurance directly. 
~Check On Your Site 2023~
  • Stay tuned for the official pre-season opening date to check on your site. We will post the date on Facebook and send out an email once the date is established.
  • The date is always weather dependent.
  • During the pre-season opening period:
  • The outer gates on Route 12 and Volo Village Road will be open for seasonals to check on their sites and begin site cleanup.
  • The water will NOT BE ON. Campfires and overnight stays will be prohibited.
  • Bring your keycard. If the gate does not have an attendant or they are on break your keycard will be needed to raise the interior gate arm.

Thank you for reading this important newsletter.

We look forward to a wonderful season with you and your family!
 
YC, Randy, Desiree, Christi & The Fish Lake Beach Staff
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