The
BERKELEY HALL
Experience
Cruising Along The Okatie River In Our New Pontoon Boat
Inside This Issue:
May/June 2016 94th Edition
www.BerkeleyHallClub.com
4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION SPRING MEMBER EVENTS BERKELEY HALL CHARITY CUP
BERKELEY HALL
EXPERIENCE
FROM THE CLUBHOUSE
Dear Members, Spring in the Lowcountry is nearing full bloom and the colorful landscape of Berkeley Hall is on full display. The temperatures are perfect for enjoying all kinds of activities outdoors, and we have plenty to offer. Kicking off this exciting season is Springfest Food & Wine Under the Tent scheduled for Saturday, May 7 and will feature multiple wine tasting stations with complementing hors d’oeuvres. Mother’s Day Brunch is set for for Sunday, May 8 enjoy a fabulous meal and complimentary mimosas and prosecco with that special woman. A New Member Social at the Pool will take place on Thursday, May 24 from 4-6pm. If you joined the Club in 2015 & 2016 and have not yet attended this orientation, come mingle with other Club Members as well as the Board of Directors, House & Social Committee Members and Club Management Team. Finally, a wine dinner featuring the Spire Collection is scheduled for Thursday, June 9. Advanced Sommelier, Trey Christy, will be our guest speaker and will introduce wines from this collection. A full schedule of events for our 2016 July 4th Signature Celebration is available on pages 9-11. We are excited to offer a full menu of activities throughout the week for your family and friends - including cruises in our new Berkeley Pontoon Boat, fishing, crabbing and cast net lessons, pool parties and various golf outings. The Annual Berkeley Hall Patriotic Celebration will once again punctuate the week and include the spectacular Grand Finale Fireworks Showcase. We hope to see you all during this fantastic week of celebration.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Community Corner
pp. 3-5
Member Activities
pp. 6-8
4th of July Celebration Golf Corner
pp. 12-13
Learning Center
pp. 14-16
Golf Maintenance
Kindest Regards,
General Manager & Chief Operating Officer
p. 17
Spa & Fitness
pp. 18
River Park
p. 19
Easter Photos
pp. 20-22
Events Calendar
p.23
Phone List & Hours of Operation
p.24
Welcome! NEW MEMBERS
Brian & Melissa Austin Shelby Township, MI
James Martell Scarsdale, NY
Robert Bates Omaha, NE
Daniel & Kimberly Thorn Millersville, MD
John & Kelly Jolley Hilton Head Island, SC
Kenneth & Jennifer Tosky Bluffton, SC
Chris Lanhridge Greenville, SC
Steve & Kari Molthop Rincon, GA
State-of-the-art equipment including TrackMan 4, Swing Catalyst, and SAM PuttLab are all now officially available for our Members at the Leaning Center! Adam Kushner will be holding complimentary clinics on May 5 and May 10 to demonstrate how to use this impressive technology. Our golf staff will also be offering Junior Golf Camps scheduled for dates in June and July. There is limited space so sign your young golfers up early! If you have any questions please feel free to contact me directly at 843.815.8488 or amorris@berkeleyhallclub.com. The staff and I hope you enjoy your experience at Berkeley Hall and look forward to seeing you around the community.
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Beach Club Membership at the Westin Resort Hotel Join in on the Summer Beach Fun! As an added value to your Berkeley Hall membership, the Westin Resort on Hilton Head Island is offering a limited number of Beach Club memberships. Enjoy this oceanfront resort located in Port Royal Plantation. Membership is valid from May 1, 2016, thru February 28, 2017 and entitles you to the following services: • • • •
Parking privileges at the hotel Access to their private beach Use of beach towels 10% discount at the Turtles Restaurant located on the poolside deck
Annual Beach Passes are available for purchase from the Concierge staff for $400. A limited number of daily beach passes are also available for $35.00 per day. For additional information, please contact your Concierge staff at 843.815.8494
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Charleston-Style Golf Cottages The Golf Cottages provide a sense of luxury and comfort that comes from attention to detail– from the perfect choices of furniture and furnishings to the complimentary arrival amenities. Each Cottage is beautifully decorated with either a traditional American look or a Vivid Hue Design. Your room will be stocked with a variety of food and beverage items including wine, Gilchrist and Soames bath products and bathrobes prior to your arrival. The first level features a roomy living/dining area with entertainment center, most with 50” high definition flat screen televisions, as well as a fully stocked kitchen and gas fireplace. Two private master suites flank each side of the living room, and each includes a king-sized bed, sleeper sofa, and well-appointed bath with double sinks and walk-in showers and a tub. These suites are each equipped with a refreshment center that includes a wet bar, microwave, bar refrigerator, and 32” flat screen TV with digital cable. Each master suite opens onto its own private porch with seating for two, perfect for early morning or late afternoon enjoyment.
Stay, Play & Replay Cottage Group Package Sponsor a small or large golf group and spend a minimum of two (2) nights in one or more 4-bedroom Golf cottages with (4) four or more players (may not include a Member) and your guest’s golf fees will be $125 inclusive per player for unlimited daily golf. The rate includes green fee, cart fee, replay fee and all taxes. GOLF COTTAGE RATES
The second level features a large sitting room with 32” flat screen TV with digital cable, well
suited for use as a lounge for a card game or children’s activity area, and washer and dryer, iron and ironing board. The two spacious second floor suites each feature 2 queen-size beds, a 32” flat screen TV with digital cable, a computer desk and individual bath with tub and separate walk-in shower. The unique design allows guests the opportunity to rent one master suite (1 bedroom/1 bath), one master suite, plus the living and dining area, the main town suite that includes the great room, kitchen and second floor suites (2 bedrooms/2 baths), a combination of the main town suite and master suite (3 bedrooms/3 baths), or the entire cottage (4 bedrooms/4 baths).
Cottage Rates LOW SEASON January and December HIGH SEASON February thru November
Low 1 Bedroom Master Suite $165 2 Bedroom/2 Bath Town Suite, Kitchen, Living Room, Patio $320 3 Bedroom/3 Bath, Master + Town Suite, Kitchen, Living Room, Patio $400 4 Bedroom/4 Bath, Full Cottage, Kitchen, Living Room, Patio $490
High $200 $385 $495 $605
**One or more Four Bedroom Cottages Only** February thru November
$605 per night for each 4-bedroom (6-Bed) golf cottage December & January $490 per night for each 4-bedroom (6-Bed) golf cottage Package Includes: Unlimited golf daily. Play may include the North and/or South Course based on availability. Amenity Package upon arrival Complimentary Continental Breakfast daily Golf Cottage Housekeeping Tidy Service available upon request 25% discount on all merchandise in the Golf Shop
To make your reservations, please call Cottage Services at 843.815.8494 between the hours of 8:30am-5pm (EST) Monday-Friday. Replay based on tee time availability. Cannot be combined with other packages or offers. A Two-Night minimum stay in a 4-Bedroom Golf Cottage is required. Thirty (30) day cancellation required to avoid full charge. .
Rates do not include sales and accommodations tax of 10% & daily $25 facility fee Daily tidy service may be arranged. Fee schedule is available upon request. 2-Night Minimum Stay Required. Please contact Cottage Services 843.815.8494 for reservations and additional information. *72-hour Cancellation required to avoid full charge
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CPR/AED Certification Training For Staff
BERKELEY HALL
Charity Cup
The 2016 Charity Cup will be held on Monday, May 30, 2016 starting with a golf tournament and concluding with a cookout dinner and auction. This is a terrific way for Berkeley Hall members to support local charities. In 2015, thanks to your participation we provided grants to 17 local charities totaling $136,000. Highlighted below are two of our 2015-2016 charities that are making a difference in our community.
The Bluffton Fire Department offers local area residents certified training courses in CPR and AED. The program is conducted by certified instructors from the American Heart Association. In March, staff employees at Berkeley Hall successfully completed this certified training in such life saving techniques. The Heart Saver CPR /AED Training Program provided instruction on how to recognize and treat cardiac arrest and choking for adult, child and infant victims. Students also learned how and when to use an AED (automated external defibrillator). Our sincere appreciation to the Bluffton Fire Department for conducting this certification training program for our staff.
Heroes on Horseback works with the Special Olympics program to serve most of the special education students in the Beaufort county school district with therapeutic horseback riding, natural horsemanship, and equine-inspired arts and crafts, providing the special needs child with a combination of physical, emotional, and intellectual empowerment. The BHCF grant will be used to provide full tuition assistance to 17 special needs children. Boys and Girls Club of Bluffton will support two projects. First, “Explorers: Learning for Life” which provides mentorship activities led by the Bluffton Police Department, enhances teens’ life skills, builds their character and leadership skills while exposing teens to career opportunities in law enforcement. Second, the grant supports a new Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Program with a technology-enabled training and mentoring environment to strengthen STEM skills in teens during after-school and summer venues. Please consider participating again this year. Entry forms may be picked up at the front desk in the Golf Shop. The deadline for golf, party and sponsorship participation is May 17, 2016.
Parade of Homes In support of the Hilton Head Association of Home Builders, the Berkeley Hall Club participated in their Annual Parade of Homes that was held Friday, March 18th through Sunday, March 20th. All of the Realtors with listings in the community were invited to open their homes for public inspection during this 3-day Open House Tour. In total, 341 vehicles passed through the Main Gate on route to the homes that were open for viewing.
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Forbes Names Bluffton to List of Top Retirement Destinations Forbes Magazine recently named Bluffton “One of the Nation’s Top 25 Places To Retire.” There are a host of factors that go into the magazine’s rankings, but weather was a major component, and of course, financial factors playing a big part in where people choose to retire. The measurements compared such factors as lower taxes, a lower cost of living and quality of life, metrics such as crime rate and doctors per capita. Despite a heavy reliance on data and metrics, their rankings were not completely quantitative. The magazine also named art, culture, nature, architecture and walkability as factors that play a role in determining which towns make the cut. Bluffton was the only South Carolina town named to the list with 14 of the top 25 retirement destinations located in the Southeast. On top of everything else, we know that Bluffton just has a certain charm to it!
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ARB Update
by Wendy Wagner, ARB Administrator
New home construction continues to be strong during the first 4-months and this pace is expected to continue throughout the year. Thirteen homes are currently under construction with four plans for new construction pending approval from the ARB. Currently, there are 300 completed homes which represents a 54.2% buildout of the community. Now that Spring has arrived, thoughts for many of our residents have turned to sprucing up the exterior of their homes. Approval is not required from the ARB for minor landscape changes in existing beds. Foundation plants are required to be evergreens and provide a minimum of 30� in height at installation. Homes with higher foundations are required to screen 50% of the foundation height. Beds on the front and rear of a home are required to have two rows of plant material. As landscaping matures, plants and grasses need to be replaced from time to time due to damage from disease, infestation or cold damage. If a plant should die and needs to be replaced a similar plant should be used. All service yards should also be screened with a evergreen plants that are a minimum 15 gallon size.
Member Directory As we strive to continuously improve the Berkeley Hall Experience for our Members we are asking you to update your information in the directory on our website. Please log into your account at www.berkeleyhallclub.com and ensure all information is up to date. Should you need to change any of your information, please contact Jennifer Wheeler at 843.815.8953 or jwheeler@berkeleyhallclub. com. Updating your information will ensure you receive all communications sent from the club. We also encourage you to add a profile picture which may be forwarded to Jennier as well. Please note, the picture must be sent in JPEG format. If you don’t have a picture, please stop by the Concierge desk and we will be happy to snap a picture of you and add it to the website!
Sod replacement does not require approval, but lots that are contiguous to the golf course are limited to Fescue, Zoysia or Centipede. Grasses that are not permitted adjacent to the golf course are St. Augustine and Bahia. All bare areas (except for the lawn and approved natural areas) must be mulched and weeded. Major renovations and redesign to your landscape does require ARB approval. Many times the upkeep of mailboxes can get overlooked. The color for the mailbox post is Charleston Green. The paint is sold locally at Sherwin Williams, but is only sold by the gallon. The Club is happy to perform this maintenance for you. The charge for painting the mailbox post is $18. The mailboxes cannot be painted and should be replaced if rusted or worn. Mailboxes should be purchased only through the ARB. The cost for a new mailbox and lettering is $50. If you are in need of painting and a replacement mailbox, both can be done for only $68. Please contact me with any questions you made have regarding your home landscaping or the need to repair of your mailbox. I can be reached at 843.815.8443 or email wwagner@berkeleyhallclub.com.
Berkeley Hall Launches New Real Estate Website On May 1, the club will launch a new Real Estate website. The site was constructed at the request of the realtor community and will replace our current HHMLSdriven site. The new technology offers realtors who have property listings in the community the control and responsibility to manage all of the details of their listings directly. This arrangement helps ensure that any inquiry made on a particular property will be directed to the appropriate listing agent. Our dedicated real estate site is a popular source of information for interested prospects to receive detailed information on individual listings throughout the community.
Barber Services Available in the Clubhouse Ken Browning offers haircuts for both men and women every Friday and Saturday in the Clubhouse locker rooms. His hours are every Friday from 2:30-4:30pm and on Saturdays from 11:30 to 2:30pm. For special appointments, please call 912-441-6855.
Javier the Tailor Javier is in the clubhouse every Saturday morning between the hours of 9:30-11am to tailor clothing for our Members. He will take your measurements and return the following Saturday morning to deliver your garments. No appointments are necessary.
Need a Document Notarized? Myla Mitchell, Assistant Controller, (843.815.8414) and Wendy Wagner, ARB Administrator (843.815.8443) are commissioned by the State of SC to perform this function. They offer their services to our Members free of charge.
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SPRINGFEST
FOOD+WINE
UNDER THE TENT SATURDAY, MAY 7TH 6:30-8:30PM **KENTUCKY DERBY EDITION**
Uncork the fun under the Grand Tent with multiple Wine Tasting Stations pouring over 40 international and domestic labels, and delight your taste buds with an array of complementing Heavy Hors d’Oeuvres from your culinary team. MENU Carved Lamb Wellington Wild Mushroom Duxelle, Hassleback Fingerling Sweet Potatoes and Shiraz Lamb Jus Sea Salt & Pepper Seared Green Zebra Tomatoes Lemon & Herb Buratta Cheese, Pink Peppercorn Pistachio Relish and Micro Greens Cast Iron Seared Ribeye’s Mountain Gorgonzola, Red Spinach Rosemary Focaccia and Foie Gras Bordelaise Sizzling Kaffir Lime Seared Sea Scallops Charred Shishito Peppers, Passion Fruit Coulis, Harissa Sweet Corn & Black Bean Tostadas Caramelized Fresh Peaches Blueberry Ice Cream, Crystallized Ginger & Cinnamon Dusted Pastry Crisps $55++ adult Country Club Casual, 48 Hour Cancellation Policy Arrive early for the Kentucky Derby broadcast in the Men’s Locker Room! Bar Service from 5pm-6:30pm **Prizes awarded for your best derby hat**
“The Berkeley Hall Ambassadors”
WELCOMING NEW MEMBERS The goal of the Ambassador Program is to offer the warmest welcome to our new neighbors with a personal contact, and provide them with detailed information on the community. If you would like to connect with an Ambassador of the Club, please contact Debra Sellers dsellers711@aol.com or JoAnn Slezak - jobird154@hotmail.com.
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The
Book Club
Monday, May 2 at 3pm, Ladies’ Locker Room The Japanese Lover by Isabel Allende Named one of the most anticipated novels of the year by New York Magazine, The Wall Street, The New York Times and more, this internationally bestselling author Isabel Allende, an exquisitely crafted love story and multigenerational epic that sweeps from San Francisco in the present-day to Poland and the United States during the Second World War. In 1939, as Poland falls under the shadow of the Nazis, young Alma Belasco’s parents send her away to live in safety with an aunt and uncle in their opulent mansion in San Francisco. There, as the rest of the world goes to war, she encounters Ichimei Fukuda, the quiet and gentle son of the family’s Japanese gardener. Unnoticed by those around them, a tender love affair begins to blossom. Following the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, the two are cruelly pulled apart as Ichimei and his family—like thousands of other Japanese Americans—are declared enemies and forcibly relocated to internment camps run by the United States government. Throughout their lifetimes, Alma and Ichimei reunite again and again, but theirs is a love that they are forever forced to hide from the world. Sweeping through time and spanning generations and continents, The Japanese Lover explores questions of identity, abandonment, redemption, and the unknowable impact of fate on our lives. The Japanese Lover is a profoundly moving tribute to the constancy of the human heart in a world of unceasing change. Review: Amazon.com
Monday, June 6 at 3pm, Ladies’ Locker Room The Paying Guests by Sarah Waters The New York Times bestselling novel that has been called “a tour de force” (Wall Street Journal), “unputdownable” (The Washington Post), “a delicious hothouse of a novel” (USA Today), “seductive” (Vanity Fair), “Superb, bewitching…Forget about Fifty Shades of Grey; this novel is one of the most sensual you will ever read, and all without sacrificing either good taste or a “G” rating” – NPR It is 1922, and London is tense. Ex-servicemen are disillusioned; the out-of-work and the hungry are demanding change. And in South London, in a genteel Camberwell villa—a large, silent house now bereft of brothers, husband, and even servants—life is about to be transformed as impoverished widow Mrs. Wray and her spinster daughter, Frances, are obliged to take in lodgers. With the arrival of Lilian and Leonard Barber, a modern young couple of the “clerk class,” the routines of the house will be shaken up in unexpected ways. Little do the Wrays know just how profoundly their new tenants will alter the course of Frances’s life—or, as passions mount and frustration gathers, how farreaching, and how devastating, the disturbances will be. One of the greatest writers of historical fiction, and here she has delivered again. Review: New York Times For further information concerning the Ladies Book Club, please contact Wendy Hansen at hansenwendyj@gmail.com.
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Member Activities
Mother’s Day brunch
Sunday, May 8; 11am-2pm Celebrate that special woman in your life by spending some quality time and enjoying a fabulous meal. Brunch includes complimentary Mimosas and Prosecco to toast to mom! BRUNCH MENU Tropical Fruit Display Fresh Baked Scones with Lemon Cream and Fresh Berry Jam Virginia Ham & White Cheddar Benedicts Apple Smoked Bacon & Sausage Strawberry & Cream Stuffed French Toast with warm maple syrup Crispy Potato Cakes with Jumbo Lump Crab & Chive Crème Fraiche Carved Beef Wellington with Roasted Garlic Béarnaise & Burgundy Mustard Demi-Glace Asparagus Duo with Pomegranate Glazed Torpedo Onions Pan Seared Chilean Sea Bass with Fried Sage, House Made Ricotta Cheese Smoked Pancetta, Dried Cherries and Micro Greens Wild Berry Buckle with Vanilla Bean Ice Cream | Raspberry Pistachio Éclairs Chocolate Dipped Strawberries | Tiramisu Martinis Chocolate Smoked Sea Salt Tarts $42++ Adults, $16++ Children Country Club Attire, 48 Hour Cancellation Policy
New Member Social at the Pool
Thursday, May 24; 4-6pm The Members of the Board of Directors, House and Social Committee and the Club Management Team extend an invitation to all new Members who have joined the Club in 2015 and 2016 to join them for a social gathering at the Fitness Center. Complimentary Hors d’Oeuvres and Cocktails will be served to all new Members poolside. ($20 for existing Committee and Board Members). We look forward to meeting you and giving you a warm welcome to the Club. If you are new to the Club in the last 2 years and have not been able to attend a prior New Member Social, you are also welcome to attend. Please send your RSVP to Ashleigh Whitmore at awhitmore@berkeleyhallclubsc.com.
Afternoon Ladies’ Canasta and Hand & Foot
Every Monday from 1-3pm, Mixed Grille Ladies’ Canasta is scheduled for every Monday from 1-3pm in the Mixed Grille. There is no need to sign up – just plan on attending. If you have Canasta cards please bring them. Lessons will be given to anyone not familiar with the game. Please contact JoAnn Slezak at 843.757.0918, or jobird154@hotmail.com.
Ladies’ Bridge
Every Wednesday at 1pm, Ladies’ Locker Room All Members and their guests are welcome to attend. The group plays four-hand rubber bridge, and cards and tallies are provided. For more information, please call Jo Stephenson at 843.815.2115 or email srjomomma@aol.com. Lunch is optional.
Evening Mah Jongg
Every Wednesday at 7pm, Mixed Grille Players of all skill levels are welcome to join in the fun. If you would like to learn to play the game or would like to participate in the Wednesday night game, please contact Teresa Gannon at 843.706.2219, (Tggabby@aol.com) for more information.
Evening Canasta and Hand & Foot
Every Wednesday at 7pm, Mixed Grille Players of all skill levels are welcome to join in the fun. If you would like to learn to play the game or would like to participate in the Wednesday night game, please contact Marsha Levin at 843.757.2801, (marslev@aol.com) for more information.
Afternoon Mah Jongg
Every Friday at 2-4pm, Ladies’ Locker Room Players of all skill levels are welcome. Afternoon Mah Jongg will be held every Friday at 2pm. If you would like to learn to play the game or would like to participate in the Afternoon game, please contact Connie Wedel at 843.706.7284 (cmwedel@gmail.com) for more information.
Men’s Bible Study
Every Wednesday at 3:30pm, Fazio Room Men’s Bible Study group meets every Wednesday at 3:30pm in the Fazio Room of the Learning Center. All Members are welcome. For further information, email Hal Sutton (halsutton1@gmail.com) or Don McGeorge (dmcgeorge@hargray.com).
Ladies’ Bible Study
Every Tuesday at 3:30pm, Fazio Room Ladies’ Bible Study group meets every Tuesday at 3:30pm in the Fazio Room of the Learning Center. All Members are welcome. For further information, please contact Angie McGeorge at 843.505.0245 (amgeorge@outlook.com) or Susie Sutton at 406.670.7900 (ssutton@gmail.com).
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Trey Christy
SPIRE COLLECTION
Wine Dinner
Thursday, June 9, 6:30pm The Spire Wine Dinner will be a special treat for wine lovers and gourmands alike. Advanced Sommelier Trey Christy will be our guest speaker, introducing wines from the Spire Collection. From the renowned mountain vineyards of Napa Valley and Sonoma to the remarkable hillsides of Bordeaux and Tuscany, the wines of The Spire Collection express the unparalleled terroir from some of the finest vineyards around the world. Galerie Sauvignon Blanc “Naissance”, Napa Valley 2014 Windracer Chardonnay, Anderson Valley 2012 La Jota Cabernet Sauvignon, Howell Mountain 2012 (92 pts) Cenyth Red, Cabernet/Cabernet Franc/Merlot Blend Sonoma 2010 (94 pts) Chef John and his culinary team will complete the experience with balanced courses for each wine. This special evening is truly a celebration of taste! The complete menu will soon be published on-line. $140++ per person, Reservations Required Country Club Attire, Maximum of 40 participants, 48 Hour Cancellation Policy
Ladies’ Lunch & Pink Pineapple Fashion Show
Wednesday, June 22, Mixed Grille, 11:30am-2:30pm Join friends for a lunch designed by the season and enjoy a fashion show with the latest summer styles presented by Main Street Village’s Pink Pineapple. MENU Tangerine Honey Glazed Chicken presented over a stir fried vegetable salad with jasmine rice, toasted pistachios, and a citrus soy vinaigrette and creamy ginger dressing in a crispy rice paper basket Roasted Golden Pineapple Carpaccio with mango gelato, candied lime zest, coconut cream, toasted almond crisp and fresh berry sauce
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$20++ per person, Reservations for Tables up to 8 (Parties of less than 8 will be paired with others. Seating Assignments will be made for all registrants. Country Club Casual Attire.
Junior Golf Camps
$235 plus tax/child {4-day camp} Session I: June 21-24, 8:30am-2pm Session II: July 12-15, 8:30am-2pm Class size 6-16 per session so please sign-up early. New for the junior golfer in your family is our Junior Golf Academy that will Focus on golf instruction and games for the kids. These weeklong camps are designed to make golf fun for children ages 6-11. On the final day parents are invited to join them for ice cream and a review of the week that will include individual photos and videos of the session. Camps include snacks, drinks, lunch and pool time each day. Collared camp shirts will be provided and required to be worn. Children may bring their own set of golf clubs or the club will provide then with a set.
T-Shirt Design Contest! Calling all creative minds! Help us design the logo for the 2016 Fourth of July Liberty Bell 5K and Fun Run at Berkeley Hall! Contest winner will have artwork printed on all Liberty Bell participant t-shirts, and will receive free entry to one of the Fourth of July events of their choice. Designs may include 3 colors maximum, or black and white (silhouette) illustration. Contest entries must be received by June 1. Please call Ashleigh at 843.815.8493 or email awhitmore@berkeleyhallclub.com.
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July 4th Signature Celebration
We’re excited to welcome you and your families to this year’s 8th Annual Signature 4th of July Celebration, for an entire week filled with a variety of activities for all ages! All reservations can be secured online at BerkeleyHallClub.com or through Concierge Services at 843.815.8494. We look forward to hosting this very special signature event for every Member of Berkeley Hall!
Event Schedule TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY, JUNE 28-30 9:30-3pm
Challenge Day Camps
*New for 2016* Let their imaginations run wild with theme day camps bursting with creativity and innovation! Camps include snacks, lunch, crafts and pool time. $59 per child, per day. Minimum 6, maximum of 16 children per session.
Tuesday: Space Wars Wednesday: Mind Craft Thursday: The Olympics
4pm, each day
Guided Pontoon Boat Cruise of the Scenic Okatie River Price: $35 per adult, $20 per child 12 and under. Includes Cooler of Sodas and Waters | Minimum of 6, Maximum of 15 passengers
FRIDAY, JULY 1 9am-1pm
Family
Par 3 Game Grandparents, here’s your chance to show the kids your skills! All ages are welcome for a fun 3-hole game set on the Short Game area, with Challenge and Junior tees. $5 for prizes per 2-person team (per round). Assorted kids’ golf clubs available to use.
10am, 2pm, 4pm
Guided Pontoon Boat Cruise of the Scenic Okatie River
Price: $35 per adult, $20 per child 12 and under. Includes Cooler of Sodas and Waters | Minimum of 6, Maximum of 15 passengers
11am-2pm
Grill at the Pool
Optional Lunch Buffet available pool-side (reminder: no coolers allowed on Club property)
2-3pm
5-7pm
Family Fishing, Crabbing & Cast Net Lessons
Meet us on the River Park dock for instruction on how to fish in the Lowcountry! Lesson and supplies by Captain Eric, $20 per person
Happy Hour, Tap Room
Party Platters To Go Family meals prepared for your home, with free delivery! Designed for travelers coming into town for the holiday weekend, orders may be placed on or before the night of. Menu to be published. Items to include Pizza, Wings, Fried Chicken, Pulled Pork, etc. 5-8pm
SATURDAY, JULY 2 8:30-9:15am Tennis: Kid’s Fun Clinic, ages 5-13
Complimentary (Mike O’Regan)
9:30-11am
Tennis: Adult Clinic
Complimentary (Mike O’Regan)
9-11am
Guided Kayak Trip of the scenic Okatie River
10-11am
Adults Golf Clinic, Learning Center
$30/per person, includes Cooler of Waters
Complimentary
10am, 2pm, 4pm
Guided Pontoon Boat Cruise of the Scenic Okatie River
Price: $35 per adult, $20 per child 12 and under. Includes Cooler of Sodas and Waters | Minimum of 6, Maximum of 15 passengers
11am–2pm
Berkeley Hall Super Soaker Pool Party *Pool Only Open for Guests of the Pool Party during event hours due to Pool Occupancy Giant Slide, All-Day Patriotic Crafts, DJ, Trivia, Wacky Water Challenges Price: $35++ Adults, $25++ Children (reminder: no coolers allowed on Club property)
11am–3pm
Lunch Service in the Tap Room
5:30–8pm
A Lowcountry Supper on the Verandah Dishing up favorite local flavors, including Lowcountry Boil & Fried Chicken, for a family feast! Price: $39++ per adult, $18++ per child | Member Charge Bar
SUNDAY, JULY 3 7am Liberty Bell 5K & Fun Run Registration & Check-In open 8am 8:45am Following
9am
Liberty Bell Adults 5K Fun Run, Walk, or Bike Liberty Bell Adults 5K Fun Run, Walk Awards Presentation & Continental Breakfast at the Clubhouse
Includes T-shirt, Fresh Fruit, Home Baked Pastries, Water, Gatorade and Iced Coffee post-race Price: $30 per adult, $20 ages 12 and under
2nd Annual Cart Parade Departing from the Clubhouse and circling the Good Hope loop. Prizes for the Most Patriotic, Most Creative and more!
10am, 2pm
Guided Pontoon Boat Cruise of the Scenic Okatie River
Price: $35 per adult, $20 per child 12 and under. Includes Cooler of Sodas and Waters | Minimum of 6, Maximum of 15 passengers
11am-2pm
Grill at the Pool
Optional Lunch Buffet available pool-side (reminder: no coolers allowed on Club property) Patriotic Arts & Crafts and Favors for the Kids, complimentary
11am–3pm
Lunch Service in the Tap Room
2-3pm
Family Fishing, Crabbing & Cast Net Lessons Meet us on the River Park dock for instruction on how to fish in the Lowcountry! Lesson and supplies by Captain Eric, $20 per person
SUNDAY, JULY 3 (CONTINUED) 4pm
Stars & Stripes 9-Hole Twilight Golf Entry fee: $5 towards prizes per player
10am, 2pm
Guided Kayak Trip
Price: $30 per person, includes Cooler of Waters
5-7pm
Happy Hour, Tap Room
5:30-8pm
Little Italy Buffet at the Club If you’ve not tried this Sunday night favorite, come see what you’re missing! Price: $23.95++ per person ($19.95++ for Pasta only) | $8.95++ per child
MONDAY, JULY 4 All Day
Flag Day Golf Tournament
8am to 2pm Tee Times Entry fee: $10 towards prizes per player
10am, 2pm
Guided Pontton Boat Cruise of the Scenic Okatie River
Price: $35 per adult, $20 per child 12 and under. Includes Cooler of Sodas and Waters | Minimum of 6, Maximum of 15 passengers
11am-2pm
Grill at the Pool
Optional Lunch Buffet available pool-side (reminder: no coolers allowed on Club property) Patriotic Arts & Crafts and Favors for the Kids, complimentary
11am–3pm
Lunch Service in the Tap Room
2-3pm
Family Fishing, Crabbing & Cast Net Lessons Meet us on the River Park dock for instruction on how to fish in the Lowcountry! Lesson and supplies by Captain Eric, $20 per person
6:30-9:30pm
***Annual Berkeley Hall Patriotic Celebration***
Grand Finale Fireworks Showcase
Maximum of 350 attendees with Assigned Seating (Indoor and Outdoor) Registration through Separate Entrances by Members’ Last Name Please include requests for Seating for either the Indoors or Outdoors “Stars & Stripes” All-American Buffet Photo Booths with Theme Costumes Open Bar included in ticket price, with (2) Full Service Bar Zones For the Kids: Face Painting, Bounce House, Giant Slide, and Theme Games JLK Events ~ DJ & Lights celebrates July 4th at Berkeley Hall with Fireworks Showcase Estimated Price: $85++ Adults, $35++ Children (ages 4-11)
Fazio Room at the Learning Center Bar Open For Service
Available for additional Fireworks viewers. Food will not be allowed on the Range or in the Fazio (Club property).
6:30-9pm
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The Golf Corner
Adam Kushner, Director of Golf
In early March, the Carolina Blue skies finally broke through and we have been able to enjoy a beautiful spring. We have had a busy spring season as many of our members were eager to dust off the golf clubs and shake off the cabin fever. I would like to thank all of the members that have supported our golf events and hope that we will get a great turnout for the Member-Member on May 12-14. Just a reminder to all of our members that Men’s Day will continue throughout the spring and summer on Wednesday mornings, and Ladies’ Day will be on Thursday mornings. One of my favorite parts about this time of year is all of the new merchandise which brightens up the Golf Shop. Throughout the season, we will be receiving the latest men’s and ladie’s merchandise from vendors all over the world. We hope that all of our members will find the apparel that will fit their taste. If there is something that you would like that is not in stock, please do not hesitate to ask and we will do our best to locate it for you.
Reciprocal Program We are still gathering all of the details about the reciprocal program for the summer of 2016. Most clubs will be starting their programs on May 31 and running the reciprocals until September 15th. Please contact the Golf Shop with any questions, and we will be happy to help you book your tee times this summer. Although Kellie Dippel was only at Berkeley Hall for a short time, she made a lasting impact and I know many of us will miss her greatly. Kellie has taken an Assistant Professional position at Charlotte Country Club. We wish Kellie the best in her new endeavor and hope that she will come back to visit whenever time permits. At the beginning of June, Greg Hayes will be joining us from The Country Club of North Carolina. Greg is in his fourth season at CCNC and before that he worked at Chapel Hill Country Club and Wade Hampton Golf Club. Greg has been running the Ladies’ Golf Program at CCNC for the past two years and has also gained valuable experience in teaching and club-fitting. We look forward to welcoming Greg to our team soon.
UPCOMING EVENTS Member-Member Berkeley Hall Charity Cup Twilight Golf Fourth of July Events Players Amateur
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The Learning Center The Learning Center has been upgraded to include TrackMan 4, Swing Catalyst, and SAM PuttLab. Adam Kushner will be holding a complimentary technology clinic on May 5 and May 10 from 2-4pm to show interested members all of our new toys.
Member Lesson Rates (Based on 1 hour lessons)
Krista Dunton ~ $120 Adam Kushner ~ $100 Assistant Pros ~ $75
Full Game Assessment
$100/per person for assessment plus game plan Have you ever wondered what your strengths and weaknesses are? We will take you through a full game assessment on TrackMan and Sam PuttLab and then put together a practice program for you to improve your game.
Junior Golf Camps
June 21-24, 8:30am-2pm; July 12-15, 8:30am-2pm; $235 per child
What tees should you play? In an effort to make the game of golf more fun, the USGA has performed a study to determine what yardages that golfers should play based on the distance of their drivers. Below is a chart that will show you the recommended yardages in relation to a golfer’s driver distance. Driver Distance Recommended 18-Hole Yardages 275 6,700-6,900 250 6,200-6,400 225 5,800-6,000 200 5,200-5,400 175 4,400-4,600 150 3,500-3,700 125 2,800-3,000 100 2,100-2,300
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Meet Sophia Guo
Berkeley Hall’s Youngest Aspiring Professional Sophia Guo was a nationally ranked gymnast in her Chinese homeland before turning to golf, and today, she is Berkeley Hall’s youngest Aspiring professional at the age of 15. This year at the Masters she was among 80 competitors in the Drive, Chip and Putt National Finals held at Augusta National to begin Master’s Sophia Guo week. Thousands of entrants began their quest to qualify for the event at more than 200 sites across the country. They had to advance through 3 stages of qualifying to earn the honor of showcasing their skills in the shadow of the famed Augusta National clubhouse. The competition was broadcast live by Golf Channel “For hundreds of thousands of people”, said Nick Faldo “just stepping inside the gates of Augusta National is special. Sophia is a natural athlete who just as easily could have had Olympic aspirations in a different sport. Growing up outside of Shanghai, she showed enough promise as a gymnast to become part of the feeder system to China’s powerful program. However, as a 4th grader her father Jianhui (Jim) brought her to a practice range and put a borrowed club in her hands. That’s when Sophia was hooked and asked to switch from gymnastics to golf. She ended up placing fifth overall in her 14-15 year old division at Augusta, just a half-point out of joining in a tie for 3rd. She was in third place heading into the final segment just 3 points from the lead, but her 30-foot putt rolled nearly 5-feet past the cup. Regardless of whether there was a trophy to be presented to the winner, the experience of competing at Augusta National was her real reward. She returned home with plenty of memories, including the opportunity to meet many of the stars on the PGA and LPGA Tour.
“The Harman Experience” October 12-13
This Fall Craig and Billy Harmon will be coming to Berkeley Hall for two days of Golf Instruction and Story Telling that you cannot find anywhere else. The Harman Family is one of the most famous families in Craig Harmon Billy Harmon the world of golf. Claude Harmon Sr. won the 1948 Masters and was the long time pro at Winged Foot Golf Club and Seminole Golf Club. Billy is currently the Director of Instruction at Toscana Country Club in California, and Craig Harmon is currently the Director of Instruction at MacArthur Golf Club in Florida, but spent the majority of his career at Oak Hill Country Club in Rochester, NY. Both Billy and Craig grew up around legends of the game like Ben Hogan and Jackie Burke. You cannot put a price on the experiences that these two gentlemen have had throughout their lives. I hope that you will join us for this unique experience in October. Two Day Harman Experience: $1995/person Day 1 8am-6pm Breakfast, Lunch and Cocktails are all included in the experience On Course Instruction Three Station Rotation for the Full-Swing Happy Hour with Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres Day 2 8am-4pm Breakfast and Lunch included On-Course Competition Short-game and Bunkers Afternoon free for all with various stations for instruction and practice
Net Winners ~ 252 Mike McCarty & Terri Forde ~ Terri & Rick Savoury
Mike McCarty, Terri Forde, Terri & Rick Savoury Couples Member-Member Net Winners
Gross Winners ~ 287 Steve & Lori Delaney ~ Carol & Marc Dulude
Steve & Lori Delaney, Carol & Marc Dulude Couples Member-Member Gross Winners
Berkeley Cup Low Gross ~ 258 / 243 Bill Nimmer, Gary Davis, Jeff Hedden (P), Tony Nimmer
Bill Nimmer, Gary Davis, Jeff Hedden (P), Tony Nimmer Berkeley Cup ~ Low Gross
Low Net ~ 282 / 245 Pat Molamphy, Tim Sutherland (P), Willie Wang, Stan Kreutzfelt,
Pat Molamphy, Tim Sutherland (P), Willie Wang, Stan Kreutzfelt Berkeley Cup ~ Low Net
Ladies’ One-Day Member-Guest
Low Net Lindsey Barnett ~ Nancy Sain Low Gross Terri Forde ~ Jeannie Gerace
Lindsay Barnett (M) & Nancy Sain (G)
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Post Shot Reaction...How It Shapes Your Round by Krista Dunton, Senior Instructor
This is the second part of a four part series on how to stay in the present during a round of golf, and focus on the shot at hand. I call it the 4 R’s...Routine, Reaction, Relax and Refocus. Krista Dunton
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relax In the routine part, we discussed think box and the importance of making a decision in that area. Then moving into the play box not to use the cognitive part of your brain by thinking, but rather using your sensory motor skills. A player must feel the swing, visualize the trajectory and focus on balance, tempo and grip pressure. Chose something that relates to your senses rather than having a bunch of swing thoughts. This is how to best achieve a Performance State in any sport including golf. Now let’s consider your reaction to a shot and how you process it to memory. After you hit a shot you will automatically react to the outcome either positive, negative or neutral. Two of these reactions will help you to perform and one will hurt. I’m sure you guessed it correct and here’s why. When you react positive or neutral to a shot your body produces the hormone called DHEA, which is a feel good hormone. At varying levels it takes your mood into interested, engaged, happy, and elation. All great states to play good golf. On the other end of the spectrum, when we react negatively to a shot your body produces cortisol. Varying amounts of cortisol in your system will on anxiety, frustration, anger, rage. If too much cortisol is in your body it may take up to 6 hours to eliminate it and results in a downward spiral in your performance. When playing on the course, the best way to react to a good or great shot to anchor it. Have something you do each time to reinforce that moment. By expressing positive emotion it gets stored in your memory for future reference. So you must reinforce the good shots rather than the bad! Do not put emotional attachment to your bad shots, which results in the bad shots continuing to reoccurring. As humans, we have a 3-1 negative bias, so we have to overload our memory with positive energy.
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When you do have a bad shot here are two ways you can react: 1) Make an objective statement and be neutral.....”the ball is in the hazard” or “I hit the ball fat”. Simply state the fact without expressing emotion thus blocking out the cortisol. 2) Replay the swing you just made in your mind with the swing you wanted. This way you walk away remembering the good swing. Often, you will observe tour players replaying their swing when they are not satisfied with their last shot.
SOME TIPS FROM VISION54 • Remember to control how you react to a shot. • Storing positive memories is the mechanic of confidence • Store shots all of your good shots for the enemy of excellence is perfection. • The smart choices of reacting are neutral /factual or positive/happy Below are some on course exercises from Vision 54 to help you with your post shot reaction and storage of memory. 1) Hit 20 different golf shots while being disciplined to remain neutral/objective or happy/positive in your post-shot reactions. 2) When practicing, follow each shot you did not like by something aloud that is objective, neutral or simply factual about the shot. 3) After each good shot you hit spend 15 extra seconds feeling pleased about it. 4) Ask a friend to give feedback on body language and facial expressions of your post -shot reactions. 5) Find a way to get your mood neutral or happy by humming a song or enjoying the landscape 6) Find an anchor for your good shots such as a fist pump or tip of your hat. 7) Hit 10 good or good enough shots and feel a positive emotion. 8) After a round go through your best 10 shots or processes and feel good about it and share the good shots instead of talking about the bad shots! Good luck with this! Partner up and have fun observing and listening to each other’s reaction, I think you will learn a lot about yourself! Feel free to send me some feedback kdunton@me.com. Pia Nilsson and Lynn Marriot of Vision54 will be at Berkeley Hall, May 19 & 20. (details on pg. 16 )
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Specialty Clinics with Krista
Putting with Technology
Mon., May 16, 9-11am; Tue., May 31, 11am-1pm; Fri., June 3, 9-11am Cost: $75/ per person (class size limited to 4 players) The SAM technology (Science and Motion) is the best devise in its field to analyze your putting stroke. It provides players with data on their alignment, stroke path, face at impact, acceleration, rise of the stroke and face rotation – a total of 28 of the most important parameters of your putting stroke. Your Krista Dunton results will be displayed with easy to understand graphic reports. This is a great way to discover your individual strengths and weaknesses for a better and more efficient stroke. You can book an individual lesson with either Krista or Adam, or come to one to a small group clinics where your stroke can be analyzed. You will then be provided with specific drills to work on your stroke to improve both your feel and repetition.
Swing Catalyst
Fri., May 6, 9-11am; Wed,, May 11, 3-5pm; Fri., June 3, 12-2pm Cost $75/per person (class size limited to 5 players) In this class you will learn how your individual foot pressure influences your golf swing by measurements taken from the Balance Plate, a device that consists of more than 2000 high-resolution pressure sensors. It provides detailed foot pressure data, accurate pressure distribution, real time center of pressure (CoP) and CoP) patterns. All elements that cannot be determined by the best trained eye or even expensive high-speed cameras. Book an individual lesson with Krista or attend one of the group clinics.
Short Game
Tues., May 17, 1-3pm; Fri., May 13, 9-11am; Thurs., June 2, 9-11am Cost: $60/per person This comprehensive short game clinic will teach you the skills and practice techniques that are necessary to have a reliable and consistent short game. It is guaranteed to improve not only your technique but also your mindset and confidence with pitches from a distance of 40-80 yard out, shots inside 30 yards and bunkers.
taught--exactly where to aim. Former number one player on the LPGA, Stacy Lewis, and current #1 ranked LPGA, Lydia Co, credit AimPoint for their success - as does Adam Scott and the 30 other PGA players currently using AimPoint. After going through the AimPoint Green Reading education, you will never again have to guess at how much a putts breaks. Learn that putting is predictable and discover the most effective and reliable ways to determine the direction and precise amount of break for any putt, all based on gravity (only works on earth). The lessons learned from this training will include: • How to accurately identify slope • How slope direction and grade affect break • How to determine precise break amounts for any putt • How to determine optimum approach shot strategies • How to handle changing or multiple slopes • How to manage speed control
Full Swing Clinic
Tuesday, March 15, 2-4pm; Wednesday, April 13, 1-3pm Cost: $60/per person (Class size limited to 6 players) Spend two hours working to improve your distance and control over your ball flight. You will leave with specific drills you can use that will improve your contact and consistency.
Overall Game Improvement
Tuesday, May 24, 11am-3pm; Wednesday, June 1. 9am-1pm Cost $175 (class size limited to 4 players) This clinic is designed to improve your entire game - not just your swing. In 4 hours we will work on your putting, short game, fairway approach shots and driving distance and accuracy. We will then go on the golf course to work on your strategy, routine, shot selection and mental skills.
How to Register for Clinics
Did you know that you can register for all clinics with Krista either on ForeTees, by calling her at 843.290.8714 or emailing; kdunton@me.com.
Krista Breaks Away for the Summer
AimPoint Green Reading
Thurs., May 12, 2-4pm; Mon., May 23, 2- 4pm; Mon., June 6, 9-11am Cost: $200/per person Whether you’re a professional golfer, caddie, junior, or amateur golfer, AimPoint Green Reading will transform your game by teaching you the one aspect of putting which is never
Krista Dunton
Krista will be away at the Greenbrier from June 15 through August 15. You can mail her a video of your golf swing and she will be happy to analyze it for you remotely and send you feedback!
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Complimentary Swing Clinics Every Tuesday & Friday; 10-11am
MAY TOPIC Tuesday, May 3 Inside 30 yards Friday, May 6 Fairway woods Tuesday, May 10 Putting Friday, May 13 Driving Tuesday, May 17 Friday, Balance, Tempo, Tension Friday, May 20 Trouble Shots Tuesday, May 24 Bunkers Friday, May 27 Irons Tuesday, May 31 Controlling Distance with wedges JUNE TOPIC Friday, June 3 Putting Tuesday, June 7 Add Distance to Your Tee Shots Friday, June 10 Pre Shot Routine Tuesday, June 14 Irons Friday, June 17 Uneven Lies Tuesday, June 21 Pitching Friday, June 24 Bunkers Tuesday, June 28 Fixing a Hook or Slice
Vision 54 -Two Day Program May 19-20, $1,400/pp (class size 10-12 players) Play your best golf ON the golf course. Pia Nilsson and Lynn Marriot, two of the top mental and human skill coaches in the country will be conducting a two day program on VISION54. The program encompasses the entire game including the technical, mental, emotional and its social aspects. This 2-day program will teach you how to unlock your full potential on the course to fully enjoy the game. AGENDA Day 1 VISION54 introduction Learn to create a performance state – Play Box How to commit to decisions – Think Box How to brain storm memory – Memory Box On course practice and debrief Day 2 Warm up and practice Your physical state for your swing: Balance, Tempo and Tension awareness What to do between shots Self-manage On the Golf Course – MY54 and NOT54 On course practice and debrief
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Time Inc.’s GOLF Launches Free ‘GOLF Fix Finder’ App that Offers Personalized Video Instruction New App Boasts Hours of Mobile Video Featuring Krista Dunton and GOLF’s Magazines other Top 100 Teachers Time Inc. has recently debuted their GOLF Fix Finder, a new app—free on iOS and Android— designed to help golfers of all levels improve their game. The digital service leverages the game’s best instructors by tapping GOLF’s network of the Top 100 Teachers in America for more than 140 sharply edited video lessons and drills, optimized for mobile viewing. A slate of new high–quality videos are now available across GOLF digital platforms and easily downloadable for off-line viewing on your device. Developed by the editors of GOLF, Fix Finder combines a user-friendly interface with innovative fault–diagnosing technology for a customized experience. Golfers can choose from a menu of eight different categories ranging from driving to chipping to bunkers, and then drill down on specific needs based on common flaws and weaknesses. The “choose your own story” approach leads to the most personally relevant instruction in the form of a short video lesson from one of GOLF’s Top 100 Teachers, including Krista Dunton. Each individual tip can be favorited and saved for off-line viewing and immediate accessibility under the “Your Lessons” tab. Other Fix Finder features include a “Golf 101” glossary that helps beginners decipher swing lingo and simple social sharing tools throughout. Moving forward, the app will be continuously updated with more lessons and practice drills for all levels of players, along with other game-improvement goodies, such as mental-game advice and golf-fitness primers. The GOLF Fix Finder app is available now for free on iOS and Android.
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Hole #5 ~ North Course Preparations for this year’s Players Amateur
Golf & Community Maintenance by Chris Young, Director of Golf Course Maintenance
Update on the South Course Bunker Renovation
New 419 Bermudagrass
The final phase of installing the “Better Billy Bunkers” on the green side bunkers of the South Course will be completed ahead of schedule. We have now completed the green side bunkers on holes #15 & #17 South Billy Bunker Installation #17 which has freed up additional staff to achieve our goal of completing two fairway aerifications on the South Course this year. Those aerifications are scheduled for May 2026 and July 13-25, 2016. By completing work on these two bunkers earlier than scheduled, the remaining green side bunkers on holes #7, #9, & #16 will also be completed by the end of the summer.
The practice tees were sodded in the summer of 2015 with 419 Bermudagrass and has performed exceptionally well this spring. The grass has grown in much denser and fuller than the Tift Sport Bermuda that had been previously used on the practice tees. We stopped over-seeding the tee boxes with rye grass in March and since then have observed the 419 Bermudagrass filling all of the divots. Verticutting and top-dressing the 419 Bermudagrass begins in May and will continue throughout the growing season.
Pre-emergent herbicide application We’re pleased to announce that the pre-emergent application that was scheduled for the spring on the South Course was completed on schedule. You may ask why this is cause for celebration. Well as you Pre-emergent South Course may recall, the El Nino weather pattern produced heavy rains across the Southeastern states this this past winter which caused us to delay our scheduled pre-emergent application by two months on both courses. This resulted in an extended period of time when there was no barrier in the soil to prevent weed seeds from germinating. As a result, unsightly weeds began to flourish and remained on the fairways throughout the winter, and into the spring. Having the ability to apply the pre-emergent at the proper time this spring will control 95% of weeds that would otherwise have appeared this summer. A pre-emergent herbicide will be applied to the North Course as we are aerifying the course April 25-May 3.
Injured Bald Eagle at Berkeley Hall The last couple of months the Golf Maintenance Department and Community Service Department have received phone calls from our Members who reported the sighting of an injured Bald Eagle. Although our managers responded to each report, they were Injured Bald Eagle never able to catch the bird to repair its injury. Kayne Hoeht our Director of Community Service was in contact with the Department of Natural Resource (DNR) to report the injury, however they would only dispatch an official from their office if the injured Bald Eagle was either caught or contained to a specific area. Finally, on March 9th, we were able to catch the injured bird and turn it over to the DNR for treatment.
Driving Range Divot Before Recovery
Driving Range Divot Half Recovery
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Biannual Flower Rotation by Kayne Hoecht, Director of Community Services The last two weeks of April are the time we schedule our biannual flower rotation. By this time each Spring our flower beds need to be refreshed, since the violas have experienced the worst of winter by suffering damage caused by disease, insects and deer. This flower rotation gives us an opportunity to install some of the newest plant species and top performing flowers that are best suited for our climate. From past experiences, there is always a long list of plants to select from, but we can narrow the list down to approximately twenty varieties that will create an ideal assortment of colorful flowers. Our final selection was based on the uniqueness of each variety, their colors, disease susceptibility, resistance to deer, and level of general maintenance. The final selections were ordered through our wholesaler in January who then began their custom growing process. They will be grown to specifications, according to our desired pot size and date of installation. This year, you will see many new varieties on property including; Valient Vinca, Mojave Purslane, Dragons Breath Celosia, Meteor Shower Verbena, and Flame Thrower Coleus. It will present an exciting array of flowers with brilliant colors that we hope you enjoy.
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Pickle-Ball Is Coming To The Fitness Center by Bryan Coker, Certified Personal Trainer
Are you looking for a fun way to compete with your friends and family, enjoy tennis but feel your knees can’t handle the running, then you may want to try Pickle-ball? Pickle-balll® happens to be the fastest growing sport in the country and we are excited to announce that a court is being installed at the Fitness Center. Members have expressed an interest in the game, so we decided we would give them what they have asked for. The lines on the court will be stripped over the existing basketball court without interfering with basketball play. The Pickle-ball net is portable, so it can easily be set up for a game and then moved aside for basketball. Paddles and balls will be provided to players by our Fitness Attendant at the front desk at no charge. If you are unfamiliar with the game, it is traditionally played on a badminton-sized court with special Pickle-ball®paddles, made of wood or high-tech aerospace materials. The ball used is similar to a whiffle ball, but slightly smaller. The lower net and whiffle ball allow the game to be accessible to people of all ages and abilities, while still allowing more competitive players to test their mettle.
Weekly Class Schedule MONDAY Mat Pilates @ 9am (Nadya)
Complimentary for Members; Guests $10
Cardio Sculpt @ 10:15am (Marcia) $8/Member {unless pre-paid}; Guests $10
R3 Class {Restore, Recover & Relax} @ 4pm (Derek) $20/Class for Members & Guests {unless pre-paid}
TUESDAY Yogalates @ 4pm (Nadya) $8/Member (unless pre-paid package); Guests $10 *Please sign up ahead of time
WEDNESDAY Zumba @ 9am (Patricia) $8/Member {unless pre-paid}; Guests $10
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Cardio Splash @ 9:30am (Marcia) $8/Member {unless pre-paid}; Guests $10
Yoga @ 10:15am (Nan) Complimentary for Members; Guests $10
Tabata @ 2pm (Bryan) Complimentary for Members; Guests $10
THURSDAY Men’s Stretch @ 7:30am (Erin) $8/Member {unless pre-paid}; Guests $10
FRIDAY Tennis Clinic @ 9am (Mike) $18/Member (unless pre-paid); Guests $20
Gentle Fitness @ 9:30am (Erin) ®
Pickle-ball is played on a badminton-sized court: 20’ x 44.’ The ball is served diagonally (starting with the right-hand service-square), and points can only be scored by the side that serves. Players on each side must let the ball bounce once before volleys are allowed, and there is a seven-foot no-volley zone on each side of the net, to prevent “spiking.” The server continues to serve, alternating service courts, until he or she faults. The first side scoring eleven points and leading by at least two points wins. Pickle-balll® can be played with singles or doubles. Serves are to be made diagonally, starting with the right-hand service-square and alternating each serve. The serve must clear the seven-foot non-volley-zone in front of the net and land in the diagonal service court. Serves should always be done underhand with the paddle below the waist, and the server must keep both feet behind the back line when serving. The ball should be hit into the air without being bounced. The serving side will continue to serve until the there is a fault on the service, at which point the service will be given to the opposing side. For more information, including official rules and/or any questions you may have, please come see us at the spa and fitness center and we would be glad to help! And by the way, Derek and I plan on getting really good at Pickle-ball if there are any challengers out there!
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Complimentary for Members; Guests $10
SATURDAY Zumba @ 9am (Patricia) $8/Member {unless pre-paid}; Guests $10
Spa Specials MAY SPECIAL Book a massage and receive $5 off the second massage. Just mention the special! JUNE SPECIAL Choose any fresh Body Scrub $85 Don’t Forget to Purchase a Gift Certificate for Someone Special!
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ACTIVITIES
Kayaking No Charge
Guided Kayak Nature Tours Mondays 9-11am Fridays 3-5pm $35/person
Okatie River Boat Cruises Every Tuesday & Wednesday 3-5pm $35/adult; $20/child* (*Under 12yrs old)
*24-hour advanced reservations are required for the Kayak Nature Tour and Cruises.
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Migration of Local Wildlife Back to the Salt Marches With the return of sunny skies and warm water temperatures, we will witness more and more wildlife activity in the Okatie River and surrounding Salt Marsh. Migratory birds that wintered here are returning north and the waders are out in full force. You may notice, especially in the evening, that the trees lining the river banks and fresh water lagoons are nearly overflowing with nesting herons and egrets. Hatchlings will begin to appear in the next few weeks and take flight in the early weeks of summer. If you are on the water, the real treat may be watching the dolphins. They are everywhere! The quiet and remote upper reaches of the Okatie River are an ideal playground for them. Members of the Cetacean family, the Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphin, can reach lengths of between 7 and 12 feet and may live for 30 years. Each dolphin has a distinctly individual color and personality. Locals will recognize resident dolphins by the shape of their dorsal fin and sometimes assign them nicknames such as Hook and Stubby. Mating most often occurs in the spring, and the female will carry that single baby for a full year. Delivery is done tail first in a watery birth place. Dolphin calves will remain with the mother or female group for nearly 2 years, learning how to fish and communicate. Social behaviors are taught to the young during this time as well. Speaking of social behaviors, it is not unusual to get up close and personal with a dolphin as you are enjoying a kayak tour or boat cruise. You will watch them play, feed and frolic just several feet from your boat. Guided 2-hour kayak nature tours are scheduled every Monday from 9-11am and Fridays from 4 to 6pm. These tours are led by Captain Eric Burns, who is a trained interpretive naturalist. Remember to dress in layers and bring along your binoculars. Contact Concierge Services at 843.815.8494 to schedule your tour.
ACTIVITIES
Kayaking No Charge
Guided Kayak Nature Tours Mondays 9-11am Fridays 3-5pm $30/person
Okatie River Boat Cruises Every Tuesday & Wednesday 3-5pm $35/adult; $20/child* (*Under 12yrs old)
*24-hour advanced reservations are required for the Kayak Nature Tour and Cruises.
Guided Kayaking & Paddle Boarding Tours
Schedule of Fees
KAYAKING On Your Own No Charge Scheduled Tour $35 per person BOAT CRUISE Scheduled Tour $35 per person Private $150 (min of 2 hrs)
Mondays, 9am-11am; Fridays, 3-5pm Certified Naturalist, Captain Eric, accompanies you on a 2-hour guided kayak or paddle board tour of the Okatie River. The cost is only $35 per person with water and sodas included.
Sunset Cruises
Every Tuesday and Wednesday, 3-5pm Spend an afternoon soaking in the natural wonders and beauty of the Lowcountry. Captain Eric will travel with you into the salt marshes to view the wildlife which includes dolphins, egrets and a variety of birds in their natural habitat. The cost is $35 per person for adults and $20 for children under 12. Members are encouraged to bring their coolers with refreshments (no glass containers please). Complimentary sodas and bottled water will be provided. Private boat cruises are also available for $150/hour (2-hour minimum). Members are encouraged to bring their coolers with refreshments (no glass containers please). Complimentary sodas and bottled water will be provided. Please call Concierge Services at (843) 815-8494 to make reservations for all of these great tours.
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9am ~ Zumba 9:30am ~ Cardio Splash 10:15am ~ Yoga 1pm ~ Ladies Bridge 2pm ~ Tabata 3pm ~ Boat Cruise 3:30pm ~ Men’s Bible Study 5-7pm ~ Happy Hour 7pm ~ Mah Jongg/Canasta/HF
7:30am ~ Men’s Stretch 5-7pm ~ Happy Hour
9am ~ Tennis Clinic 9:30am ~ Cardio Sculpt 10am ~ Comp. Swing Clinic 2pm ~ Afternoon Mah-Jongg 3pm ~ Kayak Nature Tour 5-7pm ~ Happy Hour
9am ~ Zumba
SPRINGFEST - FOOD & WINE UNDER THE TENT ~ 6:30PM
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10am ~ Comp. Swing Clinic 3:30pm ~ Women’s Bible Study 3pm ~ Boat Cruise 4pm ~ Yogalates
9am ~ Zumba 9:30am ~ Cardio Splash 10:15am ~ Yoga 1pm ~ Ladies Bridge 2pm ~ Tabata 3pm ~ Boat Cruise 3:30pm ~ Men’s Bible Study 5-7pm ~ Happy Hour 7pm ~ Mah Jongg/Canasta/HF
7:30am ~ Men’s Stretch 5-7pm ~ Happy Hour
9am ~ Tennis Clinic 9:30am ~ Cardio Sculpt 10am ~ Comp. Swing Clinic 2pm ~ Afternoon Mah-Jongg 3pm ~ Kayak Nature Tour 5-7pm ~ Happy Hour
9am ~ Zumba
5-7pm ~ Happy Hour 6-8pm ~ Little Italy
9am ~ Kayak Nature Tour 9am ~ Mat Pilates 10:15pm ~ Cardio Sculpt 4pm ~ R3 Class 1pm ~ Ladies Canasta/ Hand & Foot
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10am ~ Comp. Swing Clinic 3:30pm ~ Women’s Bible Study 3pm ~ Boat Cruise 4pm ~ Yogalates
7:30am ~ Men’s Stretch 5-7pm ~ Happy Hour
9am ~ Tennis Clinic 9:30am ~ Cardio Sculpt 10am ~ Comp. Swing Clinic 2pm ~ Afternoon Mah-Jongg 3pm ~ Kayak Nature Tour 5-7pm ~ Happy Hour
9am ~ Zumba
5-7pm ~ Happy Hour 6-8pm ~ Little Italy
9am ~ Kayak Nature Tour 9am ~ Mat Pilates 10:15pm ~ Cardio Sculpt 4pm ~ R3 Class 1pm ~ Ladies Canasta/ Hand & Foot
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5-7pm ~ Happy Hour 6-8pm ~ Little Italy
9am ~ Kayak Nature Tour 9am ~ Mat Pilates 10:15pm ~ Cardio Sculpt 4pm ~ R3 Class 1pm ~ Ladies Canasta/ Hand & Foot
10am ~ Sunday Brunch
w/ bottomless mimosas
10am ~ Sunday Brunch
w/ bottomless mimosas
Sunday
BERKELEY HALL
Charity Cup
10am ~ Comp. Swing Clinic 3:30pm ~ Women’s Bible Study 3pm ~ Boat Cruise 4pm ~ Yogalates
Monday
10am ~ Sunday Brunch 5-7pm ~ Happy Hour 6-8pm ~ Little Italy
6 LADIES BOOK CLUB ~3PM
9am ~ Kayak Nature Tour 9am ~ Mat Pilates 10:15pm ~ Cardio Sculpt 4pm ~ R3 Class 1pm ~ Ladies Canasta/ Hand & Foot
9am ~ Zumba 9:30am ~ Cardio Splash 10:15am ~ Yoga 1pm ~ Ladies Bridge 2pm ~ Tabata 3pm ~ Boat Cruise 3:30pm ~ Men’s Bible Study 5-7pm ~ Happy Hour 7pm ~ Mah Jongg/Canasta/HF
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Tuesday
May 2016
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7:30am ~ Men’s Stretch 5-7pm ~ Happy Hour
9am ~ Tennis Clinic 9:30am ~ Cardio Sculpt 10am ~ Comp. Swing Clinic 2pm ~ Afternoon Mah-Jongg 3pm ~ Kayak Nature Tour 5-7pm ~ Happy Hour
9am ~ Zumba
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9am ~ Zumba SPIRE WINE DINNER ~ 6:30PM 9:30am ~ Cardio Splash 7:30am ~ Men’s Stretch 10:15am ~ Yoga 5-7pm ~ Happy Hour 1pm ~ Ladies Bridge 2pm ~ Tabata 3pm ~ Boat Cruise 3:30pm ~ Men’s Bible Study 5-7pm ~ Happy Hour 7pm ~ Mah Jongg/Canasta/HF
9am ~ Tennis Clinic 9:30am ~ Cardio Sculpt 10am ~ Comp. Swing Clinic 2pm ~ Afternoon Mah-Jongg 3pm ~ Kayak Nature Tour 5-7pm ~ Happy Hour
9am ~ Zumba
9am ~ Zumba 9:30am ~ Cardio Splash 10:15am ~ Yoga 1pm ~ Ladies Bridge 2pm ~ Tabata 3pm ~ Boat Cruise 3:30pm ~ Men’s Bible Study 5-7pm ~ Happy Hour 7pm ~ Mah Jongg/Canasta/HF
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NEW MEMBER SOCIAL ~ 4PM
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10am ~ Sunday Brunch 5-7pm ~ Happy Hour 6-8pm ~ Little Italy
9am ~ Kayak Nature Tour 9am ~ Mat Pilates 10:15pm ~ Cardio Sculpt 4pm ~ R3 Class 1pm ~ Ladies Canasta/ Hand & Foot
10am ~ Comp. Swing Clinic 3:30pm ~ Women’s Bible Study 3pm ~ Boat Cruise 4pm ~ Yogalates 5-7pm ~ Happy Hour
9am ~ Zumba 9:30am ~ Cardio Splash 10:15am ~ Yoga 1pm ~ Ladies Bridge 2pm ~ Tabata 3pm ~ Boat Cruise 3:30pm ~ Men’s Bible Study 5-7pm ~ Happy Hour 7pm ~ Mah Jongg/Canasta/HF
7:30am ~ Men’s Stretch 5-7pm ~ Happy Hour
9am ~ Tennis Clinic 9:30am ~ Cardio Sculpt 10am ~ Comp. Swing Clinic 2pm ~ Afternoon Mah-Jongg 3pm ~ Kayak Nature Tour 5-7pm ~ Happy Hour
9am ~ Zumba
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9am ~ Kayak Nature Tour 9am ~ Mat Pilates 10:15pm ~ Cardio Sculpt 4pm ~ R3 Class 1pm ~ Ladies Canasta/ Hand & Foot
10am ~ Comp. Swing Clinic LUNCH/FASHION 9am ~ Zumba SHOW 11:30AM 7:30am ~ Men’s Stretch 5-7pm ~ Happy Hour 3:30pm ~ Women’s Bible Study 9:30am ~ Cardio Splash 3pm ~ Boat Cruise 10:15am ~ Yoga 1pm ~ Ladies Bridge 4pm ~ Yogalates 2pm ~ Tabata 5-7pm ~ Happy Hour 3pm ~ Boat Cruise 3:30pm ~ Men’s Bible Study 5-7pm ~ Happy Hour 7pm ~ Mah Jongg/Canasta/HF
9am ~ Tennis Clinic 9:30am ~ Cardio Sculpt 10am ~ Comp. Swing Clinic 2pm ~ Afternoon Mah-Jongg 3pm ~ Kayak Nature Tour 5-7pm ~ Happy Hour
9am ~ Zumba
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9am ~ Kayak Nature Tour 9am ~ Mat Pilates 10:15pm ~ Cardio Sculpt 4pm ~ R3 Class 1pm ~ Ladies Canasta/ Hand & Foot
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JULY 4TH SIGNATURE CELEBRATION {SEE MEMBER ACTIVITIES FOR FULL SCHEDULE}
10am ~ Comp. Swing Clinic 3:30pm ~ Women’s Bible Study 3pm ~ Boat Cruise 4pm ~ Yogalates 5-7pm ~ Happy Hour
9am ~ Zumba 9:30am ~ Cardio Splash 10:15am ~ Yoga 1pm ~ Ladies Bridge 2pm ~ Tabata 3pm ~ Boat Cruise 3:30pm ~ Men’s Bible Study 5-7pm ~ Happy Hour 7pm ~ Mah Jongg/Canasta/HF
7:30am ~ Men’s Stretch 12pm ~ Golf Fitting Demo 5-7pm ~ Happy Hour
Phone List Clubhouse Adrian Morris
843-815-8488
Becky Conn
843-815-8490
Bryan O’Neal
843-815-8997
General Manager & Chief Operating Officer
Human Resource Coordinator & Executive Assistant Facilities Maintenance Manager
Accounting Rebecca Weyenberg
843-815-8950
Myla Mitchell
843-815-8414
Member Billing
843-815-8953
CFO/Controller
Assistant Controller
ARB Wendy Wagner
843-815-8443
ARB Administrator
Hours of Operation Clubhouse Dining *Note: There will be no dining in either the Mixed Grille or Tap Room on Mondays. Light lunch fare will be served in both the Men’s and Ladies’ Locker Rooms. Please call Concierge Services at (843) 815-8494 to make your reservations for Clubhouse Dining and all Special Events.
Tap Room
Lunch ~ 11am to 4pm (Tuesday & Wednesday; Friday, Saturday, Sunday) Dinner ~ 6pm to 8pm (Wednesday-Sunday in March; Tuesday-Sunday beginning April 5) Happy Hour ~ 5pm to 7pm (Wednesday-Sunday)
Mixed Grille
Member Services Bob Ring
Director of Marketing & Member Services
843-815-8423
Lunch (Thursday & Sunday) ~ 11am to 3pm, Sunday Brunch 10am to 4pm Dinner ~ 6pm to 8pm (Friday, Saturday and Sunday) *Please join us on Sunday for A La Carte Brunch from 10am-4pm and Prime Rib & Pasta Night from 6-8pm.
Food & Beverage
Men and Ladies’ Locker Rooms
John Soulia
843-815-8433
Bar Service ~ 11am to 6pm Daily Lunch Fare ~ 11am to 3pm Daily
Ashleigh Whitmore
843-815-8493
Berkeley Room
Edmund Romano
843-815-8960
F&B Director/Executive Chef Director of Catering & Special Events Food & Beverage Manager
Concierge Services 843-815-8494 Skip Young
843-815-8422
Director of Concierge Services
Available daily for private functions.
Tuscany Wine Room
Available daily for private functions.
Golf Shop
Daily
Concierge Services
Golf Adam Kushner
843-815-8440
Charles Fox
843-815-8444
Spa & Fitness Center
The Golf Shop
843-815-8444
Director of Golf
Senior Assistant Golf Professional
Dining Facilities Tap Room Men’s Locker Room
843-815-8428 843-815-8431
Gatehouse Services Ray Fleetwood
843-815-8451
Director of Gatehouse Services
Monday Through Saturday Sunday Monday - Friday Saturday & Sunday
Daily Private Instruction ~ Daily
River Park
843-815-8446 843-290-8714
Krista Dunton Senior Instructor
Spa & Fitness Center 843-815-8985 Derek Lemire
Spa & Fitness Center Manager
6am to 7pm 7am to 7pm 8am to 5pm 8am to 5pm
Open Daily for your use. Please contact Concierge Services for access to the locked containers for kayaking, fishing, crabbing equipment and life jackets.
Halfway Houses
Learning Center
8:30am to 5pm 8:30am to 4pm
Learning Center
*For Guest Passes 843-815-8451 North 843-815-4308 South 843-815-3753
7:30am to 5:30pm
BERKELEY HALL
366 Good Hope Road Bluffton, South Carolina 29909