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Does Your Property Policy Cover a Smoking Porch Addition?

If your Lodge is building an smoking porch addition on the property, it’s crucial to involve your property insurance agent or broker in the process to avoid problems like coverage misunderstandings, denied coverage for claims and losses, and underinsurance issues.

As of January 1, 2020, Lodges have become smoke-free. It’s a big change for members, and in many cases, it’s also leading to big changes for Lodge facilities, so it’s important to be prepared.

Going Tobacco-Free

With delegates voting to make all Lodges smoke-free on Jan. 1, 2020, many Lodges are adding space to their properties to give smokers a place to go. Whether it’s a new deck, pergola or smoking porch addition, this solution is a win–win, helping your Lodge provide a welcoming atmosphere for prospective members inside the Lodge, while […]

January 8th, 2020|

Putting Up and Taking Down Holiday Decorations Safely

Each year there are thousands of injuries involving putting up and taking down holiday decor. You can reduce the risk to your members, guests and volunteers as you put Lodge decor away this season (keep this post in mind as you decorate for other holidays, too) by following these holiday decor safety tips:

Live and Artificial Trees

  • Purchase a fresh tree to minimize the fire hazard and maximize long life.
  • Cut off the bottom 2 inches of the trunk base for better water absorption.
  • Water a live tree daily by filling up the tree stand basin.
  • Install all trees at least 3 feet from all heat sources.
  • Make sure the tree does not block doors or walkways.
  • Ensure artificial trees are labeled as fire resistant.
  • Take trees down before they […]
January 8th, 2020|