In 1970, a parcel of pristine land was purchased by the Bradford-Scott Development Company from Donald Gilbert, who had inherited the land from his father. Robert Elliot, CEO of Bradford-Scott, began to develop the land, named “Guthrie Lakes Enchanted Forest” and offered 660 lots for sale. With the promise of a clubhouse, lakes, beaches, parks and picnic areas, 500 lots were quickly sold and the Enchanted Forest Property Owners Association (EFPOA) was formed.