By Laurie Whittier
THE ERICKSON TRIBUNE

People who live at Wind Crest are faced with some difficult decisions: Which clubs do I want to join? Should I go to Costa Rica? Are there any performances I want to see?

Between country line dancing, woodworking, the Model Railroad Club, ladies’poker, and a walking group, Wind Crest resident Priscilla Payne says she’s on the go every day. “I’m getting too busy,” she says half-jokingly.

Pick and choose
The list of activities at Wind Crest is growing exponentially, reports Community Resources Manager Sharon Prouse.

“We’ve only been open five months, but our list is growing faster than other communities’ that have been open for years,” she says.

Since most clubs and activities are resident requested or suggested, there’s quite a variety—writing, ballroom dancing, and everything in between.

From casinos to Costa Rica!
For some fun off campus, Wind Crest’s Transportation Department organizes casino excursions, scenic drives to see the fall colors, and bus trips to cultural events downtown, among a variety of other outings—at a significant discount.

So far, the savings have been huge, like $25 admission to Le Corsaire, a  Pirate’s Adventure—down from $110 per ticket.

Taking advantage of this benefit has become quite popular among residents,  according to Wind Crest Driver Mary Pearson: “Our trip to see the musical White Christmas filled to capacity in a matter of days, and we have a wait list of ten more who want to go.”

Perks for one and all
In an effort to extend these savings to residents who don’t sign up in time to get on the bus, the community has also made discounts available on an individual basis.