It is hard to believe that another winter season is upon at ORPS. A great deal of time and effort has been spent this summer by our new GM, Synthia Salazar, and her team preparing the Resort for the arrival of our winter residents. On behalf of the Board I want to thank Synthia and her team for their dedication and commitment to making ORPS the best it can be. As you travel around the Resort you may notice some of the projects that were completed over the summer – refinished doors to the Owner ’ s Lounge, a new bridge to Hole 1 of the Big 18 golf course, new patio furniture for the Owner ’ s Lounge, a refurbished Satellite C (which should be open by the time this article is published), a golf course that was in tip-top shape for Opening Day, the conversion of the convenience store to a meeting room, a refurbished La Palma Café, a new pergola around the Starter Shack along with a refreshed look and many more updates around the Resort. Serena and her team along with the Lifestyle Committee have prepared a social calendar that caters to the many needs of our residents. Many favorites are back for another season (like Singo) along with free entertainment throughout the week as well as special events. For the active folks in the Resort we have pool aerobics and line dancing along with Tennis, Golf, Pickleball and Corn Hole just to name a few. And many groups meet on a regular basis to play cards and other Board games around the Resort. Abby Lomeli does a great job of keeping us informed of upcoming events through the Daily Planner. If you do not receive those notifications, please check in with the Front Office and make sure you are set up for our on-going notifications. As I close for this edition I want to thank all our volunteers who make ORPS the best place to be as we enjoy our winter months. Without our volunteers there would be no holiday decorations, ice cream social, burger night and golf tournaments just to name a few. And I would be remiss if I did not thank my fellow Directors on the Board. They work tirelessly with the goal of making ORPS the best place it can be. On behalf of the Board I wish you a Merry Christmas, Happy New Year, Happy Hanukkah and any other holiday you celebrate this month. And let ’ s have a fantastic 2025-2026 season. Steve Farley, Board President
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Chapel
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Welcome Back, ORPS Community!
Happy start to a brand-new season at the Resort! It ’ s wonderful to see everyone returning, reconnecting, and bringing energy back to our community. Our Welcome Back Social was a huge hit — thank you to everyone who came out to kick off the season in style! From the sizzling Fajitas Night to the crowd-favorite Stanley ’ s Butler Band, it ’ s already shaping up to be a fantastic year of great food and fun gatherings. We ’ re also thrilled to share more about our upcoming 2026 New Year ’ s Eve Celebration , a festive evening designed to bring our community together as we ring in the new year. The event will be held on Wednesday, December 31st, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. in the ES Ballroom , with the bar opening early at 4:00 p.m. Guests will enjoy delicious food stations from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m., followed by live entertainment from The FM Experience featuring Tarah Jade from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. Dinner will be catered by La Palma Café and features a beautifully crafted menu, including carved prime rib, silky Yukon Gold mashed potatoes, grilled asparagus with shaved Parmesan, and a decadent raspberry cheesecake dessert. Tickets are $40 per person — a wonderful value for an elegant evening of dining, music, and celebration.
Here ’ s to a season filled with connection, community, and memorable moments.
Looking forward to seeing you at all the events ahead!
Serena Reeder, Lifestyle Manager
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The Safety & Security Committee (SSC) is excited about the start of a new season! This season ’ s goals are to build upon the successes of prior years. Earthquake & disaster preparedness is the highest priority. Key components include: 1. Ensuring the radios and rescue & first aid equipment are in good working condition. 2. The Emergency Response Team (ERT) remains stable with 35 experienced volunteers. 3. Emergency response training sessions are conducted for all ERT members. Emergency preparedness education for all owners and renters continues. 4. Emergency preparedness education for all owners and renters continues.
Where can I find the complete ORPS Emergency Response Plan on-line? The complete (4-page) Emergency Response Plan is easily accessible on the ORPS.com website on the home page. Simply click on the “ Emergency Prepared- ness ” quick link. The plan can also be found in the own- er ’ s Enumerate Engage member portal by clicking on the “ Resources ” tab on the left side of the page and scrolling down to the “ Emergency Preparedness Plan ” link. Which side of the road should I walk on? Walking on the left side of the street facing oncoming traffic is safer because it allows you to see approaching vehicles, make eye contact with drivers, and have more time to react to potential dangers. This practice gives you a better chance to move out of the way if a car or golf cart veers off course, as you can see them coming and take evasive action. This practice is widely recom- mended within ORPS to increase visibility for both the pedestrian and the driver. The Safety & Security Committee is always looking for new volunteers to join the ORPS Emergency Response Team! If you are interested then please contact any of the committee members for additional information.
Last season the SSC distributed newly created red emergency preparedness cards into all owners ’ mailboxes. Since then, these red cards have been included in all new owner and renter welcome packets. The goal is to ensure all owners and renters have these 2-sided cards readily available and take advantage of the information provided. If you cannot locate your emergency preparedness card then replacements can be obtained at the ORPS administrative office near the
Steve Stockman—Safety & Security Chair
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Marine Corps 250th Birthday Many thanks to Mike and Cindy Hodgson for hosting on their beautiful lot. Also cheers to Juan and his staff from La Palma Cafe for going above and beyond for a delicious dinner.
Leo oldest Marine at 92 cuts the cake with ceremonial Sabre
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Being a good steward of your golf course Welcome back everyone and have a great time enjoying your golf course. This is your course, and we all need to remember to take care of it and do not expect someone to fix your ball divot on the greens or the rat you took on the tea box. The fastest way to ruin a good thing is to not care for it. When you are playing in your golf group, please show others, that may not know how, to fix their ball divot on the green and the tee box. Remind others you may be playing with, that everyone, no matter how good they are, are required to use a tee on every tee box and also are required to fix and fill any turf that they take, including cleaning up their rat off of the tee box. By taking less than a minute to clean up after yourselves we can continue to have this beautiful course in our resort. Congratulations to our new team of landscapers . If you get a chance, say hello to our new team of land- scapers. Feel free to let them know what a great job they are doing. Our resort might be new to them with all the little quirks, but so far, they have shown that they do know what they are doing and care about their contri- bution to our resort. Opening Day Tournament What a great start to a new season here at the resort. From great food before our tournament, to one of the smoothest rounds of eight person scramble I have ever played in. Congratulations to all of you that made our event fun and well-paced. I feel that your Golf Committee, along with Ryln and his team allowed for a smooth day, thank you all. We look forward to seeing all of you out enjoying golf and friendships. Tee it up, line it up and keep-up, so we all can enjoy the greatest par three in town.
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Now in my second year as Golf Coordinator at Outdoor Resort Palm Springs, I ’ ve had the privilege of watching our Golf Community grow even stronger while helping guests and owners make the most of their time on the course. From organizing daily play and special events to ensuring a smooth, welcoming experience for golfers of every level, I ’ m committed to creating an environment that ’ s both fun and memorable. It ’ s been incredibly rewarding to see familiar faces return, and I look forward to continuing to support the traditions, as well as make new ones, that make golf at ORPS truly special. Ryln Hadley-Bustillos — Golf Coordinator
John Mullins— Golf Chair & Treasurer
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Welcome to another exciting season of tennis at ORPS! Our strong program hosts weekly game times, clinics, and special social events. The tennis committee is a volunteer group, with Julie Farmer at the helm.
Other committee members include:
December will kick off with Fritters and Fun on 12/6. Please join us for a morning of tennis fun for all levels in a doubles format. Entry fee of $5 also includes a light breakfast and tennis ’ town hall' update from the committee. Looking ahead to 2026, our own Sue Cowan will be hosting clinics for beginners and advanced beginners. Now is your time to move forward in your game, with a focus on basics drills, footwork and live play. These clinics will begin on Friday, January 9 on Satellite B from 3-4:30 pm. During the week of February 22, the yearly Can-Am games (a friendly competition between our two countries, with all the major sports represented) will commence. Stay tuned for more details about the tennis events during this time.
Julie Farmer Chair
Nancy Chase Secretary
Debbie Jensen Treasurer
Jolie Welch Communications
Leslie Kaplan Court Maintenance
Doreen Goltz Fritters n ’ Fun
November saw the first of two social events: Fritters and Fun, and “ Endless Summer ”.
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What a great beginning to the 2025-2026 season.
We have added handicap scoring to Scoreholio this season and it seems to be working out great! We are all playing together instead of breaking up into two groups. Please join us on Wednesday's and Saturday's for tournament play and Friday's for practice and tips. All play begins at 2 pm on the pickleball courts at ES.
Carolyn Chanez
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Blood Drive #1:
Our first annual blood drive for the 2025-26 season was held on Saturday, November 8th. Over 20 ORPS residents participated. Way to go, ORPS! Cathy Stockman , H&F committee member and blood drive coordinator, commented, “ We want to extend a huge thank you to the 20 individuals who generously donated blood on November 8th! Donating blood saves and your act of kindness has an enormous impact on our community. ” Our next blood drive is January 17, 2026. Questions about the blood drive, contact Cathy via email, cathy@teamstockman.net
Staff Appreciation and Fitness Center Open House:
The health and fitness committee held a staff appreciation on Monday, November 17 followed by a fitness center open house. Over 40 ORPS owners and renters attended to learn about the various equipment in the fitness center. Don Palmer , from the safety and security committee, explained the usage of the AED machine and the protocol for any potential injuries in the fitness center. Healthy snacks and beverages were enjoyed by attendees.
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Walking Program :
Angie Reid, coordinator for the new walking program, grew up in Palm Springs and loves sharing her hometown ’ s sunshine and energy with others. She started a small walking group with friends and quickly saw how much joy and connection it brought to everyone involved. Angie exclaimed, “ Now, I am excited to bring that same spirit to the entire Outdoor Resort Palm Springs community. ” When not at ORPS, Angie and her husband Tim enjoy spending time at their home in Redondo Beach. Join her each week for fresh air, fun conversation, and a healthy start to the day—one step at a time. Contact Angie via email for details, angieeasyevents@gmail.com
There is a story of a husband whose wife was a believer in the Christ of Christmas, but he was not. He just couldn't accept this tale of God becoming a man. It sounded too far-fetched and magical and frankly, quite irrelevant to him. One snowy Christmas Eve his wife left for the local church service, as she usually did, and he, of course, remained at home. As he sat alone in his living room, he heard the sound of something hitting his front window. And then he heard it again. He looked out to see small birds flying into the glass of the window. They were obviously trying to escape the bitter cold outside. They were hoping to find saving warmth but they couldn't get in. What could he do to save them? Then he had an idea. He would go out and open the large barn doors, turn on the lights inside, and hope that the birds would find their way in. They would find warmth and be saved. But try as he might to get them to go into the place of safety, they didn't understand and wouldn't go in. He thought, "If only I could speak to them. If only I could become one of them and tell them the way to safety." Just then he heard the sound of the Christmas Eve bells ringing across the fields from the church. And then it hit him. That is what God did. He became one of us to show us the way to salvation. In fact, He was the way. And then it somehow all made sense to him, and he fell to his knees in the snow in wonder. "He became one of us to save us"
New Health & Fitness Committee member: Welcome, Eric Buckland , a new member of the Health & Fitness com- mittee. Eric will serve a two-year team through April 2027. Eric has been an avid exerciser for over 55 years participating in multiple sports as well as engaging in aerobic and anaerobic activities. During this time, He has worked out in about 100
Oh, the incredible wonder of Christmas. "God became flesh and dwelt among us."
Join us at the Chapel this Christmas season to celebrate the birth of the Christ child. December Schedule: December 7th Paul Cassidy December 14th Ron Friesen December 21st Carol Singing and Christmas Message December 24th Christmas Eve Service December 28th TBD
gyms across the nation and has been exposed to a vast number of exercises and exercise equipment. Eric is well-versed in gym etiquette as well as common rules in workout facilities. Eric shared, “ I look forward to helping create a good fitness environment and help develop programs to enhance the ORPS residents' understanding and enjoying the fitness center. ” He and his wife Julia have been at ORPS for eight seasons and spend the rest of the year in Prescott, Arizona. Welcome, Eric and Julia!
Paul Cassidy, ORPS Chaplain
Written by Greg Lum, Health & Fitness Secretary
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A playpen will be placed in the El Saguaro Ball Room for donations always needed for Shelter From the Storm. Items needed include: • Babies : Any baby items, all sizes. Examples are diapers, wipes, teething rags, toys, clothes, burp cloths. • Cleaning Supplies : Examples are disinfectants and cleaners, disinfectant wipes, paper towels, brooms, dusters, toilet brushes, floor cleaner, sponges, mop. • Toiletries for all ages: Examples are deodorant, shampoo, conditioner, body soap lotions, hairbrushes, toothpaste, toothbrushes, feminine hygiene, tissues, toilet paper, first aid supplies, cotton balls and nail clippers. • Christmas : Wrapping paper, tape, gift bags, toys and gifts for all ages (gifts should be unwrapped and new) • Gift cards : For food are always gratefully accepted Be sure to watch for further information regarding the spring quilt raffle and quilt show. If you think you might enjoy being part of the Sew ’ n Such Club please join us in the West Room in El Saguaro - the Club is open to everyone. Please drop in and see us or email us for more information at orpssewnsuch@gmail.com.
The Sew ’ n Such Club is back in full force with over 50 members. Quilting, sewing and crafts are a way to express ourselves through our creativity while enjoying the camaraderie of each others company and learning new skills. People are excited to see and receive the things we create, even if they don ’ t always understand how much time, materials and love were poured into the making. One important thing is that our quilts will outlive us by generations. The ORPS Sew ’ n Such Club has again adopted the Shelter From the Storm, Coachella Valley ’ s only domestic violence shelter, as a focused charity. The Shelter From The Storm is grateful for all we have done for their mission of keeping families safe.
You can join our Facebook page by searching for ORPS Sew n Such Club.
Submitted by Tannis Haddrell
On December 11th, 2025 this Friendship Stars quilt, approximately 62” x 78”, will be raffled off in the West Room, located near the El Saguaro mail room. Tickets are $5 each or 5 for $20 available in the West Room. Proceeds will be given to Shelter From the Storm.
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Every place is a happy place when you play the ukulele.
WE DO MORE THAN READ The Book Discussion Group is off to a great start!
Our attendance was the highest we ’ ve had in several years. There were lively conversations about our November read and our December and January books are short bestsellers which should inspire more conversations. Several members attended the Arts and Letters Lecture Series at UCR Palm Desert and enjoyed an interview with noted author Susan Straight. They enjoyed dinner at Mario ’ s Italian Cafe. There are so many benefits for reading a book for a few minutes a day and we encourage others to join our group.
Join the Ukulele Crew for weekly music sessions in the East Room at La Palma. On Saturdays, the Novice and Review session takes place from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m., followed by an All Play session from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m. An additional All Play session is also offered on Wednesdays from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m.
The second Thursday of each month at 3:00 — 5:00 PM in the East Room in LP.
For more information: marilyn.sabens@gmail.com
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Giving Back: Supporting the Cathedral City Senior Center Beyond the celebration, the club ’ s commitment to giving back shined brightly. This year ’ s events supported food donations for the Cathedral City Senior Center, resulting in a remarkable 636 pounds of food collected to aid local seniors in need. The generosity of club members and the wider community made this achievement possible, reflecting the heart and spirit of ORPS Under The Rainbow Club. In addition, the community's generosity made it possible for two clubs, the FMCA ORPS Chapter, presented by Sue Strauss, and the ORPS Under The Rainbow Club— to join forces. Together, they donated an additional $460 to support the Senior Center.
ORPS Under The Rainbow Club Hosts 2nd Annual Pride Golf Cart Parade and T-Dance Kickoff
A Vibrant Start to the Season The ORPS Under The Rainbow Club launched this season ’ s festivities with their 2nd annual Pride golf cart parade, setting the stage for a colorful and spirited kickoff to the popular T-Dance. Club members, residents, and guests gathered to celebrate diversity, inclusion, and unity, cruising through the resort in festively decorated golf carts that showcased the vibrant pride of the community.
A special thank you goes to Glenne McEhinney, whose dedication and organizational skills were instrumental in coordinating the food donation drive. Through Glenne ’ s leadership, the club ’ s efforts made a significant impact on the Senior Center Food Bank. Additionally, heartfelt appreciation goes out to the Orange Guys (Mark & Rob) for their enthusiastic support in collecting donations along the Pride parade route. Their commitment and energy ensured the success of the food drive and made a meaningful difference for the Cathedral City Senior Center Food Bank.
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Gratitude from the Senior Center
Bob Schram, Director of the Cathedral City Senior Center Food Bank, expressed immense gratitude for the club ’ s support. He emphasized how the contributions from both members and the community would directly benefit seniors facing food insecurity and acknowledged how the partnership with ORPS Under The Rainbow Club continues to make a meaningful difference.
Looking Ahead: Continued Support and Up- coming Events
ORPS Under The Rainbow Club remains committed to supporting the Cathedral City Senior Center. As the season continues, the club encourages all members and guests to bring non-perishable food donations to future T-Dances, helping to ensure that those in need receive assistance throughout the year. With the continued support and enthusiasm of the club and the community, ORPS Under The Rainbow Club is poised for another season filled with pride, generosity, and togetherness.
Distinguished Guests and Unforgettable Entertainment
The T-Dance was further elevated by the presence of Cathedral City Mayor Nancy Ross and City Commissioner Antonio Baciu, who both attended to celebrate with the community. Their attendance underscored the importance of these events in fostering city-wide unity and recognition. Keeping the energy high throughout the celebrations, DJ ’ s Cindy Lou and Ron Schioldager played fantastic music, creating a joyful and welcoming atmosphere for all participants. The club extends heartfelt thanks to
Thank you to all who supported this effort! Steve Vaughan President, ORPS Under The Rainbow Club
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December 2025 FMCA/FRVA is 30 + Years at Outdoor Resort Palm Springs
President Debbie Price and the FRVA ORPS officers are so happy to be back at Outdoor Resorts Palm Springs and we are certainly excited to be apart of your season here. Please plan to share in the activities we have planned and maybe there might be “ pop-up ” evenings too. Life is Better With Friends, especially our ORPS Family RV Association friends. Please know that the FMCA is now Family RV Association. The name change was to encompass all RV owners, not just motorhome owners. The FRVA National Facebook site is alive with over 12K members.https://www.facebook.com/familyrvassociation
Why should you join FRVA? Please see www.frva.com/pdfs/BenefitsGuide.pdf
Both U.S. and Canadian residents are eligible to join FRVA . Please sign up first to get your National FRVA ID number. FRVA National membership is open to all RV owners, who own M otorhomes, 5th Wheels, Travel Trailers, Vans or Truck Campers, as well as commercial businesses that support the RV world. To join our local FRVA chapter, sign up at www.fmcaorps.com Our chapter is exclusively for Outdoor Resorts. We are 100+ families here at ORPS. We are always looking for volunteers to serve at our events. It ’ s takes lots of friends to make our events work. Thanks to Michelle Joiner for assuming the Volunteer Coordinator position. Remembering an ORPS friend, Dan Hannah. We all have fond memories of Dan who passed Summer 2025. He touched many lives, directly or indirectly. Two years ago I was part of a RV rally to San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico. From many, many of us, we collected and donated funds to schools and a spay neuter clinic. Dan and Val were immensely generous to the cause. God Blessed us with A wonderful friend. He will be sorely missed. Thanks to Val, Sherry Ann Mindel, Suzanne Strauss and others for these pictures.
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VERY Special thanks to Rich Strauss for the great pictures at the Welcome Back Pot-Luck Dinner. And as always the evening was huge success.
Past President and advisor Ty Rollins and Treasurer Linda McLaine
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