DISCUSSION/REFLECTION

Book Club

The Sea Horse Book Club meets the 1st Tuesday of the month at 3:30 PM at the Pink Palace.  We discuss a book each month.  New participants are always welcome.  The upcoming books are listed below.  Any questions, contact Joyce at jmhellmann@atmc.net

 

2026/2027 Upcoming Book List

  • November; Michael Without Apology by Catherine Ryan Hyde
  • December; Our holiday luncheon. 12:30 on December 1st in the Pink Palace
  • January; Calamity Club by Kathryn Stockett

Neighborhood Bible Study

This is an open invitation to participate in a truly life-changing activity: Bible Study.  Sea Trail currently has two Bible study groups: Monday at 12:30 for ladies and another group meeting on Tuesday at 7:00 PM for men and women.  We use study guides to lead us through our readings and discussion.  No previous experience is required!

For Information about these two Bible Study groups held in Sea Trail click HERE

Prayer Circle

The Chapel on the Green was dedicated in 1996 by the Prayer Support Circle.  It is a place to pray, meditate or simply find a sense of peace in times of stress. Next to the Chapel is a Memorial Garden which was established in 2000.  Names of deceased Sea Trail residents are etched in bricks to form a walkway through the lovely garden surrounded by beautiful nature and benches for quiet meditation.

  • The Prayer Circle provides the bricks for the Memorial Garden for a small engraving fee. We obtain the engraved bricks and facilitate a brick-laying, when requested.
  • There is a supply of Chapel on the Green note cards for sale at $7 for a box of 10 notes.
  • The Circle works with the Master Association in maintaining the beauty of the Chapel both inside and out.  The committee coordinates the use of the Chapel to ensure the guidelines are followed.

The Prayer Circle prays for people on request and we keep the requests confidential. If you have a prayer request, please call or email the member in your neighborhood as listed below:

  • Osprey Watch:  Kathleen Barthelme – 910-579-1450
  • Crooked Gully Circle: Ellen Belford – 910-579-2629
  • Eastwood Park:  Margaret Mortali – 910-575-7668
  • Sugar Sands:  Kathy Blaine – 910-269-9897
  • Planter’s Ridge:  Georgia Phillabaum – 859-912-2496
  • Live Oak:  Karen Barnhart – 910-880-2902

SPORTS/FITNESS

Bowling – River Rollers (3 person Ladies League)

This league plays on Mondays and has a 34 week season beginning the end of August and ending mid April. Play is at the Little River Bowling Lanes starting at 9:30 AM. Play usually lasts about 2.5 hours.  Presently women who live at Sea Trail as well as surrounding communities participate in this league.  There are 20+ teams and averages run from in the 80’s to 170’s – all levels of skill – a fun league with no stress.  Contact:  Mary Lee Brown at 484-919-4168.

Wholly Bowlers League (5 Person Mixed League)

This league plays Thursdays and has a 30 week season beginning/end of August or early September ending mid/end of April.  Play is at the Little River Lanes and starts at 6:30 PM and ends around 9:00 PM.  Presently about 2/3 of this league are residents of Sea Trail. There are 20 teams and averages run from the high 90’s to 190’s – all levels of skill – definitely a fun league – not many serious teams.  Contact Mike (Treasurer for Wholly Bowlers League) at Little River Lanes 843-249-0055 for additional information.

The Sunset Cyclists Bike Club

The Sunset Cyclists are bicyclists who enjoy leisurely rides with friends.  We ride at approximately 9 – 12 mph and a distance of 12 to 18 miles with stops. We ride every Saturday at different times according to the seasonal temperatures.  E-bikes are welcome.  We meet at the parking lot across from the Maples Clubhouse for local rides.  We frequently ride in other locations by transporting our bikes.  If you are interested in joining us, please email Jean Hunt.

Exercise Classes & Water Aerobics

There is an exercise class for everyone. For those just beginning and new to the gym and those wanting a challenging work out.  All classes are offered that build strength, tone muscles, increase flexibility and enhance balance. Classes are held in the Fitness Studio in the Creekside Building.

Water Aerobic classes are also offered during the warm spring, summer and fall months at the MAC pool.  The Water Aerobics schedule is only posted below when classes are in session.  Join us as all residents are welcome!

Click Exercise Class Schedule (Creekside) for a full list of the exercise classes being offered currently.

 

Line Dancing

Every Tuesday and Thursday from 4:00 to 5:00 PM a group of homeowners meet in the multi-purpose room of the Creekside building to do some line dancing.  We always go through the steps before we turn on the music.  It is great exercise and lots of fun.  There is no charge.  We are always looking for more dancers to join us.  For further information contact Pam Fisher 248-225-7291.  

Pickle Ball

Please Note:  Pickle Ball courts are open from dawn to dusk for residents of Sea Trail and their guests only.  Please do not let people into the courts who do not live in Sea Trail.  Each person should have an access card and should not need someone else to give them access.  If an owner violates this policy, it may result in an owner’s loss of all amenity access.

Courts times are posted on a board by the court gate.

Contact Kevin Baldwin 910-547-2757 for questions.

Other option for Pickle Ball courts is Ocean Isle Beach Park located at 6483 Old Georgetown Road. Open 7 days a week 8 am - 9 pm

T'ai Chi

T'ai Chi is here at Sea Trail!  T'ai Chi is often referred to as "MEDITATION IN MOTION".  It is a low impact form of exercise perfect for everyone.  It's an effective way to exercise the body and mind.  T'ai Chi movements are slow and graceful and will help improve flexibility & muscle strength, promote better balance, calms the mind for better concentration, restores energy & puts minimal stress on muscles & joints.  All that's required is your willingness to learn something new and exciting along with comfortable clothing and sneakers.  All classes are taught by a certified T'ai Chi instructor, Dell Simmons.  Classes are held on Tuesday and Saturday mornings, click  Exercise Class Schedule to find the times, locations and cost.

Tennis

Looking to get on the court? Our local group is looking for new players to join us for tennis on Wednesday and Friday mornings. Whether you are an intermediate player looking to get back into the swing of things or just want a fun, active way to start your day, we would love to have you. We focus on good exercise, friendly competition, and a welcoming atmosphere. For any questions or details on start times or location of Sea Trail's tennis courts, please contact Jim Reynolds at jim_352@msn.com.
 
Please Note:   Tennis courts are for residents of Sea Trail and their guests only.  Please do not let people into the courts who do not live in Sea Trail.  Each person should have an access card and should not need someone else to give them access.  If an owner violates this policy, it may result in an owner’s loss of all amenity access.

CARDS/GAMES

Bridge

There is nothing like a good game of bridge!  For Information about all of the Bridge groups held in Sea Trail click HERE

Euchre

We play 4 handed Euchre, rotating after each game.  We meet in the main room at the Pink Palace from 6-8:30pm on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month.  Singles and Couples are welcome. It’s for people who enjoy the game with maybe a little competition thrown in…$2 per person, BYOB and a snack to share if you like.  Reservations are necessary and can be made by contacting Jeanne Miller jmiller0328@gmail.com   Your reservation will be confirmed as each table of 4 is completed.

Hand & Foot

For Information about all of the Hand & Foot groups held in Sea Trail click HERE

Mah Jongg

For Information about all of the Mah Jongg groups held in Sea Trail click HERE

Mexican Train Dominoes – Sea Trail Ladies ONLY

Mexican Train Dominoes meets on Tuesday evenings at 6:00pm.  We play with Double-12 Dominoes.  This is for beginners and veterans, alike. Easy to learn and lots of laughs and fun.  No money involved. You don’t need a domino set.  You “come as you are.”  Bring your own drink and/or a snack to share.  If interested, please contact Nancy Whitman at nwhitman52@gmail.com.

Wednesday Night Double Deck Pinochle

Our Pinochle group plays double-deck pinochle every Wednesday beginning at 6:30 PM and ending at 8:30 PM in the Pink Palace Sunset Room.  If you are interested in playing, our group would certainly encourage you to join us. We are a very friendly and patient group of individuals. If you are unsure how to play double-deck pinochle, we ask that you feel free to come and just “observe” us for an evening as our group plays.  Both couples and singles are invited and there is no need to call or sign up ahead of time. Our game adjusts for any number of individuals who just show up and want to play.  If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Bob Donnelly by phone at 910-575-5319 or by email at donnellyr@atmc.net.

Poker

For Information about all of the Poker groups held in Sea Trail click HERE

SPECIAL TALENTS/HOBBIES

Sea Trail Craft Club

The Sea Trail Craft Club meets the first Monday of the month at the Pink Palace from 9 to 11:30 November through May. Various classes are offered to HOA members at the cost of supplies and run anywhere from $5 to $20 depending on the project.  For some things you may be asked to bring some supplies.   Monthly emails are sent to members about what is being offered as well as advertised on the Sea Trail Community page.   You must register to attend so we have necessary supplies. You pay the person teaching the class you are in at the meeting.   We offer up to 4 classes during our monthly meetings.  We sometimes work with other Sea Trail groups to provide crafted items.   For more information contact Pat Scott at plvgscott@gmail.com. Membership is only open to residents of Sea Trail.

Fishing Club

A fair number of Sea Trailers like to fish. Perhaps there are others out there who have an interest but don’t know how to start. A fishing club is a great way for like-minded anglers to get together to share fishing knowledge, learn from one another or perhaps introduce new anglers to the activity.
 
The Fishing Club is a social club that meets monthly to do just that. At our meetings, we hear from local fishing expert guest speakers. We have raffles, socialize and swap fish stories. Many club members fish together and we can arrange for group charter fishing. We have an annual fishing contest with year-end awards at our Annual Meeting and Dinner. Dues are extremely reasonable. Come join us! Please email seatrailfishingclub@gmail.com or visit https://seatrailfishing.com/ to indicate if you would like to join or just to ask a question.

Food, Friends & Wine

Membership in the Food, Friends & Wine club (FF&W) is open to all residents of Sea Trail and their friends. Dinner groups consist of 6 to 8 people and meet four (4) times a year, roughly quarterly. The host member / couple for the evening prepares the main entrée while others bring either an appetizer, salad, side dish or dessert according to the menu. Everyone should bring a wine of their choice. If someone has to drop out of a dinner before the agreed upon date, the host can substitute someone else from the list of “substitutes” or just invite another friend.

The FF&W team will work to rotate the hosts and dinner groups among all members and will develop recipes that can be easily prepared. Food, Friends & Wine is a great way to meet your neighbors, enjoy a great dinner, perhaps experience new wines and to make new friends.

Please contact the FF&W team for 2026:

  • Gail Vornehm 908-672-8638
  • Bill Vornehm 732-236-1849

Great Getaway Travel Club

 
It’s time for your Great Getaway!!  It’s time to get out there and make some new memories with adventures you’ve always dreamed of!!  I’m the owner of Great Getaways travel and thought it would be fun to share some of our travel experiences with each other and perhaps I can help you check off some of your bucket list destinations.  I’ve been in the travel industry since 1980 (hard to believe) as a flight attendant with Piedmont Airlines, USAirways ticket counter agent at Washington Reagan Airport, US Airways Reservations supervisor, American Airlines marketing supervisor and now owner of Great Getaways since 2005.  I truly enjoy helping others see the world!!  My services are free of charge so what are you waiting for?  Trying to navigate all the flights, resorts, and crazy pricing that goes with travel can be overwhelming so I do all that for you taking the stress out of the planning and making sure you have all you need for a truly Great Getaway!!
 
Gale Adouli
Sea Trail Resident of 11 years

Songbirds

The Sea Trail Songbirds Chorus, formed in 1999, was made up of Sea Trail residents who like to sing and have fun.  A patriotic and holiday concert is performed twice a year at TGIF in December and July.

Rehearsals are every Monday afternoon from 3:30 to 5:00 PM at the Pink Palace from September to December and from March through the end of May.  Additional rehearsals are scheduled when we have upcoming performances or to accommodate singers schedules.

We now have about 30 members and continue to expand our membership, our repertoire and our performances. Whether you have lived here for years or have recently moved into our wonderful community, we hope you will consider joining. If you like to sing, you are welcome to join us – there aren’t any auditions.  We have a lot of fun and sing some great music as well!  If interested, contact Gail Treglia 301-639-3964  or Bev Dague at 910-575-3397.

COMMUNITY CONTRIBUTORS

Cancer Support Group

Cancer – a very scary word! Dealing with cancer is not easy, but no one has to go through it alone if they choose not to. There are people at Sea Trail who have gone through it and are willing to help those who have received a cancer diagnosis and their caregivers navigate the difficult road ahead. The Sea Trail Cancer Support Group is a group of Sea Trail residents who have either been diagnosed with cancer or are care-givers for someone who has. The purpose of the group is to use the experience of the members to help those who are newly-diagnosed or currently undergoing treatment understand what they may experience during their struggle with cancer and find the resources they need to cope.  For information, contact Cherle or John Rothermel at 910-579-5263 or by email at cherlerothermel1@gmail.com  or rothermel@atmc.net and/or click Cancer Support Group

Garden Club

“Bloom where you are planted” is more than the motto of the Sea Trail Garden Club – it is the example the members try to set by balancing social events with service and outreach. While not being a “traditional” garden club, the Garden Club is a social and philanthropic organization providing a welcoming bridge to Sea Trail life for newcomers, members and guests.

Meeting on the second Tuesday of most months, the meetings include a variety of informative and inspirational programs. Some recent programs have included a field trip to a local recording studio, a presentation by the Sea Trail Turtle Watch Program, discussion of archaeology digs in our area, and a lecture delving into the paranormal. Fund raising activities such as auctions, raffles and garage/bake sales provide money for donations to local Brunswick County charities and scholarships.

Garden Club On-the-Go schedules group trips to interesting locales such as Brookgreen Gardens, The Biltmore House in Asheville, SC rice plantations, Downtown Charleston and a cruise on the InterCoastal Waterway.

The Garden Club is open to and welcomes all women currently residing in Sea Trail. The annual dues are $30.  For more information click the button below.

Granny’s Closet

Are your grandchildren coming to visit and you need equipment for them?  Do you need medical aids after a procedure?  Let Granny’s Closet help you if we have what you need available!  We have the following to borrow:

  • Pack n play, bed rails, gates, booster seat, or umbrella stroller, etc.
  • Medical aids such as crutches, walker, bath/shower chair, or bedside commode.

If you would like to borrow items from Granny’s Closet, please contact Diane Kreuzburg at 910-579-4333 or dianek9@atmc.net.  She will check if the item you want to borrow is currently on the list and if so will give you the lender’s name and phone number to contact.

PLEASE NOTE:  Since many items were being stored at homes of those with grandchildren now grown and therefore no longer needing the item, this particular list has gotten shorter.  So if you have items you would like to add to Granny’s Closet and store in your home for others to borrow, please contact Diane. She will be glad to add your item and your contact name and information to either of the inventory lists.

PORCH Food Collection

PORCH is a food collection opportunity within our community for residents to help the ever-growing number of families in Brunswick County who need food. This effort will be Sea Trail wide and is supported by the Master Association.   Once a month, a team of volunteers within Sea Trail will place a tub/box/container on their porch or at the end of their driveway where residents can drop off non-perishable, non-expired food items. The donations will then be taken to The Lord’s Food Pantry, sorted, weighed and distributed to 11 different charitable groups in our county.  Your donations are so important to this program in helping those who are currently in need.  You can help by either dropping off food and/or volunteering with the program. If you have any further questions, email Ellen at lala28468@gmail.com

Witches of Sea Trail

Witches of Sea Trail is a vibrant social group dedicated to dressing up, dancing, and performing as witches to raise funds for local children in need. We have an incredible amount of fun while supporting local charitable causes and making a positive impact in our community. With our hats, brooms, and plenty of laughter, we strive to spread a little magic throughout Brunswick County.  For more details, please contact our new President, Cynthia, at clugbauer@earthlink.net.