Focus on Big Canoe, GA

01/06/2026

BCMATTERS: "Unbeknownst . . ."
It’s probably fair to say that 2025 will not go down in the history books as one of Big Canoe’s finest. Instead the year was fraught with controversy, a tarnished election process, disregard for our governing documents, ever increasing secrecy and dismissal from our elected leadership and the accumulation of over $15 million in debt. This is not a bashing of our leadership. It is a recitation of fact. Continue reading...

It’s probably fair to say that 2025 will not go down in the history books as one of Big Canoe’s finest. Instead the year was fraught with controversy, a tarnished election process, disr…

12/31/2025

BCMatters: Budgetgate . . .
in case you missed this ARTICLE...
Before discussing the manipulation of the 2026 budget, this writer would like to first extend sincere kudos to the clubhouse chef and his team for “delivering” an impressive $19k profit to the October F&B operations. And with this improvement, the year to date loss has now been trimmed to $550k. (1) Not only is this good news, but it clearly demonstrates that a minimum of break even results can be achieved with vigilant management and oversight. Continue reading -

Before discussing the manipulation of the 2026 budget, this writer would like to first extend sincere kudos to the clubhouse chef and his team for “delivering” an impressive $19k profit to the Octo…

10/28/2025

Still more of the same: Part Two . . .
By Patricia Cross / BCMatters dot org
A lot has happened in the weeks following the last post on this site. This is certainly proving to be both a different and embarrassing election cycle that has not been reflective of one of Big Canoe’s finer moments. As for now, of the four remaining candidates vying for a directorship, two currently sit on the Finance Committee. If elected, they will join two other Finance Committee alumni (POA Vice-President and POA Treasurer) on the board.. Continue reading

This is certainly proving to be both a different and embarrassing election cycle that has not been reflective of one of Big Canoe’s finer moments. Enough said about that. We all know that sto…

10/23/2025

Newest FOBC Article is out.

Big Canoe, GA: Lot Prices Collapsing in Sudden Freefall — A Warning Sign for a Slowing Real Estate Market?
https://bigcanoe.themountainsvoice.com/big-canoe-ga-lot-prices-collapsing-in-sudden-freefall-a-warning-sign-for-a-slowing-real-estate-market/
Lot prices inside Big Canoe are plunging, with recent sales showing deep cuts from original listings. Debt, rising fees, and confidence cracks may be catching up — and the correction could just be beginning. […]

10/23/2025

Big Canoe, GA: Lot Prices Collapsing in Sudden Freefall — A Warning Sign for a Slowing Real Estate Market?
https://bigcanoe.themountainsvoice.com/big-canoe-ga-lot-prices-collapsing-in-sudden-freefall-a-warning-sign-for-a-slowing-real-estate-market/
Lot prices inside Big Canoe are plunging, with recent sales showing deep cuts from original listings. Debt, rising fees, and confidence cracks may be catching up — and the correction could just be beginning. […]

10/06/2025

Big Canoe, GA Had Its Chance. Now the Public Needs to Know.
https://bigcanoe.themountainsvoice.com/big-canoe-had-its-chance-now-the-public-needs-to-know/
For years, the warning signs were made clear — debt, secrecy, and a board that stopped listening. Inside the gates, most ignored them. So now the message goes public: if you already live here, hold your board accountable — demand a Forensic Audit. If you’re thinking of buying, do your due diligence. The problems are real, the risks are measurable, and the market correction may already be underway. […]

10/03/2025

Big Canoe Board Can Throw the Gates Wide Open – And Don’t Think They Won’t
https://bigcanoe.themountainsvoice.com/big-canoe-board-can-throw-the-gates-wide-open-and-dont-think-they-wont/
Evolving From Fear to Profitability $$$
The Covenants give the Board the power to invite the public into Big Canoe amenities — weddings, day passes, tennis, bocce, hiking club outings, golf packages, you name it. With $15 million in debt, is it time for Property Owners to set aside their fear of “outsiders” and begin welcoming neighbors, friends, and an expanded community family — not just as guests, but as partners in opportunity? […]

10/01/2025

BIG CANOE: The General Public Has Rights Here—And They’ve Been Denied
https://bigcanoe.themountainsvoice.com/big-canoe-the-general-public-has-rights-here-and-theyve-been-denied/
“The Big Canoe Covenants are a public contract. They guarantee the General Public the right to dine at the Clubhouse and use the roads and parking to get there. Don’t let the gates fool you—you ARE welcome.” […]

09/29/2025

“BIG CANOE, GA” Private Luxury Community Demands Taxpayer Bailout – using FEMA Hurricane Helene Funds!
https://bigcanoe.themountainsvoice.com/big-canoe-ga-private-luxury-community-demands-taxpayer-bailout-using-fema-hurricane-helene-funds/
Hurricane Helene wrecked real lives—homes, farms, and paychecks. A year later, folks across Georgia are still rebuilding while churches and volunteers fill the gaps. Inside the gate at Big Canoe, we chose clubhouses and golf before fixing our dam—and now the POA wants FEMA–GEMA to pick up the tab. That’s not aid; it’s a bailout for entitled elites, paid by people who can’t even use the place. […]

09/24/2025

Fairy tales: An update . . .
By Patricia Cross / BCMatters dot org
A lot has happened in the weeks following the last post on this site. Changes include seven new trademark applications, requests for FEMA/Hurricane Helene funding and an uninformed board scrambling to clean up recent disregards of our governing documents. Continue reading

A lot has happened in the weeks following the last post on this site. Changes include seven new trademark applications, requests for FEMA/Hurricane Helene funding and an uninformed board scrambling…

09/13/2025

Big Canoe’s Dirty Secret: NDA Payouts, Hush Money, and Why We’re Compromised
https://bigcanoe.themountainsvoice.com/big-canoes-dirty-secret-nda-payouts-hush-money-and-why-were-compromised/
Big Canoe property owners deserve to know the truth. Our community’s finances are not just stretched—they are compromised. The reason is simple: our Property Owners Association (POA) has built a shadow system of hush money settlements and secretive Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) with employees who leave under questionable circumstances. Then there are the secret litigation & trademark settlements…

Big Canoe’s Dirty Secret: NDA Payouts, Hush Money, and Why We’re Compromised Forensic Audits Serve a Purpose September 13, 2025 Publisher Big Canoe Management, Uncategorized 0 Big Canoe property owners deserve to know the truth. Our community’s finances are not just stretched—they are compro...

08/24/2025

Big Canoe: Developer’s ties to Election Chair Littleton exposed
https://bigcanoe.themountainsvoice.com/big-canoe-developers-ties-to-election-chair-littleton-exposed/
An unfolding election controversy in Big Canoe raises serious concerns over non-resident control—Election Chair Littleton’s tenuous community ties and potential developer influence now cast a long shadow on the 2025 vote’s integrity. […]