The Big Star Lake Association will be hosting our first ever Big Star Lake Poker Run on Saturday, August 6.  I have included the rules below to give you a better understanding of how the event works:

Rules for the Poker Run:

The Poker Run will begin at 2 p.m.

• Boats will proceed around the lake, using your home as starting point, until you have located all 5 stops.
• Each stop will be identified by balloons, decorations, etc. at the end of the dock.
• Participants will draw a card at each stop and the host will mark the Tally Sheet.
• No duplicate cards can be used.  Participants must draw an additional card if identical card is drawn.

(EXAMPLE:  If an Ace of Spades is picked at the second stop and an Ace of Spades is picked at the fourth stop, the participant must pick another card at the fourth stop).

• If playing more than one hand, you must present the appropriate Poker Hand Tally Sheet to be marked BEFORE each card is drawn.
• In the event of a tie, winning hand will be determined by cutting a deck of cards and drawing a card.  Highest card will determine winner between tied hands.
• Participants will proceed to Tall Oaks Camp (by water) between 4 and 4:30 to turn in Tally Sheets.  You can motor close to shore and someone will collect your sheets.
• Once you have turned in your Tally Sheets, please anchor close to shore.
• Winners will be announced shortly after 4:30 p.m.  There will be cash prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place.  In addition, the 50/50 winner will be announced and several other prizes awarded using the 50/50 tickets.  The more 50/50 tickets you buy, the better your chances!

I will be outside of Mr. Bibs the following days/times registering people for the poker run.  The cost is $10 per hand.  Each participant can purchase more than one hand.

Saturday, July 23       9-10 a.m. and 7-8 p.m.
Sunday, July 24          9-10 a.m.
Saturday, July 30       9-10 a.m. and 7-8 p.m.
Sunday, July 31      9-10 a.m.
Thursday, August 4   7-8 p.m.
Friday, August 5        7-8 p.m.

Please contact sharon.vandyken@wmich.edu if you are unable to sign up at these times and would like to participate, or if you have any questions.

​ We hope to see you on August 6!

Sharon VanDyken
BSLA Board Member