plies for the “pet potty” station to ensure good
curb appeal.
With the grill area operating in peak form, why
not use it for a resident function or two? Here are
some ideas:
Host a cooking challenge between the property
management staff and the community. Invite the
local fire department to be judges. (Maybe they
will even bring chili ... yum.)
Grill fruit and use it to make homemade ice
cream.
Collect resident recipes by email and compile into
a community book. (I’ve even seen one property
sell it, and the proceeds went to a local charity.)
With a little creativity the grill can be used to toast
marshmallows to make s’mores.
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Provide some mason jars with holes in the lids and
have a lightning bug party. (Be sure to have a
“catch and release” policy in place.)
It’s easy for a grilling or picnic area to get overlooked. With these tips your property can not only
have residents, but also an elite group of Grill Masters.
See you somewhere...
Paul Rhodes
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When not grilling or eating his concoctions,
Paul is providing education for NAAEI as their
National Maintenance and Safety Instructor.
He travels the country teaching all aspects of
property maintenance. He also believes that
apple wood-smoked peaches will be served
over homemade vanilla ice-cream in heaven.
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