The
BERKELEY HALL
Experience
Jan/Feb 2015 86th Edition
The Berkeley Hall Golf Cottages
Inside This Issue:
2015 STAY, PLAY & REPLAY PACKAGES TOURNAMENT RESULTS UPCOMING MEMBER ACTIVITIES
BERKELEY HALL
EXPERIENCE FROM THE CLUBHOUSE
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Community Corner
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Dear Members,
Thanksgiving Member Photos
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We hope you enjoyed your time spent with friends and family over the holidays. It’s hard to believe it is already 2015! I would like to take this opportunity to thank the Berkeley Hall staff for their contribution to making 2014 a great year. I would also like to thank the Board for their continued support.
Spa & Fitness
At the annual meeting held on December 12, the membership elected three new Board Members: Steve Delaney, Gene Schraeder and Mark Slocum. These three are joining Diane Bullock, Scott Maxwell, Bill Wade, Diana Haran, Chuck Atkins, and Jim McCarl. Dr. Kathy Arnett will be leaving the Board and we would like to thank her for having devoted a great deal of time and energy serving our membership during her tenure.
Member Activities
We encourage you to share this exceptional club with your guests. Our current guest policy allows you as a member to sponsor your friends, family, business associates and other acquaintances to come and enjoy the amenities when you are not able to join them. We have several attractive cottage, golf and meeting space packages that may be of interest to your guests. Call our Concierge at 843.815.8494 for details. In closing, the entire Staff at Berkeley Hall would like to express their appreciation for your contribution to the 2014 Holiday Fund. Best wishes for a happy and prosperous New Year! Kindest Regards,
General Manager & Chief Operating Officer
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RiverPark
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Golf Corner
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Learning Center
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Golf Maintenance
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Phone List & Hours of Operation
p. 20
The new Board will announce the Committees for 2015 following their first meeting scheduled in January 16, 2015. The Committees are Architectural Review Board, Buildings & Grounds, Finance, House & Social, Golf & Greens, Governance & Governmental Affairs, Long Range Planning and Marketing & Membership. If you are interested in serving on one of our Committees, please contact me at 843.815.8488 or amorris@berkeleyhallclub.com. Please keep in mind there are a limited number of positions available on each committee and there may be more interest than availability. Your participation would be greatly appreciated. Looking ahead into 2015 it promises to be another year filled with opportunities for you to enjoy all that Berkeley Hall has to offer. Check the calendar and mark your dates for some exciting new events we have planned. Start your golf year off right by attending our New Year’s Kickoff Cup on January 2nd. Members of our Fitness Team, Bryan Coker & Tara Dakolios, will be presenting the first Lunch & Learn on January 9, they will be discussing how to adopt a Mediterranean Plan into your daily lifestyle. On February 6th, Vidalco Wines will be here for an International Wine Exploration & Tasting and this event will fill up quickly so make sure to make your reservations soon!
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Welcome! NEW MEMBERS
Bill & Stephanie Boisture Westlake, TX
Richard & Elizabeth Kirwan Dallas, TX
Greg & Carol Chillemi Henrico, VA
Gary & Laura Lynch Greenwich, CT
Bob & Ann Considine Wakefield, RI
Jim & Denise Manzelmann Leesburg, VA
Beach Club Membership at the Westin Resort Hotel Berkeley Hall offers our Members the opportunity to purchase a Beach Club Membership at the newly renovated and refurbished Westin Resort and Spa, located in the Port Royal Plantation on Hilton Head Island. Membership will be valid from March 1, 2015 through February 28, 2016 and entitles you to the following services • • • •
Parking privileges at their hotel Access to their private beach Use of beach towels 10% discount at the Turtles Restaurant located on the poolside deck
The cost for this Beach Club Membership is $300. Daily passes are also available for $25 per vehicle. For more information, please contact the Concierge at 843.815.8494 or email Bob Ring at bring@berkeleyhallclub.com.
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Golf Cottage Rates
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. 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).
Stay, Play & Replay Cottage Group Package For 2015! 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 include a Member) and your guest’s golf fees will be $99.50 inclusive per player for unlimited daily golf. The rate includes green fee, cart fee, replay fee and all taxes.
SPECIAL GOLF COTTAGE RATES
Winter & Summer
December thru February and May thru September **Weekly Rate - 7th Night is Complimentary**
Rates Include Optional Daily Rates Exclude Daily Housekeeping Housekeeping Service Service (minimum two night stay required)
1 Bedroom 1 Bedroom & Living Room 2 Bedroom 2 Bedroom (Two Weeks) 3 Bedroom 4 Bedroom 4 Bedroom (Monthly/30 Days)
$145 $235 $295 $390 $475
$210* $265* $2610* $350* $430* $4350*
Spring & Fall
March and April, October and November
**Weekly Rate - 7th Night is Complimentary** Rates Include Optional Daily Housekeeping Service
1 Bedroom $195 1 Bedroom & Living Room $285 2 Bedroom $345 2 Bedroom (Two Weeks) 3 Bedroom $455 4 Bedroom $565 4 Bedroom (Monthly/30 Days)
Rates Exclude Daily Housekeeping Service (minimum two night stay)
$240* $315* $3510* $415* $520* $5850*
Rentals include arrival food and beverage amenity package, but do not include a daily restock. Rates do not include Sales and Accommodations Taxes of 10%. Weekly Rate ~ Stay seven nights and the 7th night is complimentary. All Golf Cottage Guests will enjoy Golf at the Accompanied Rate, certain restrictions may apply. 2-Night Minimum Stay Required Please contact Cottage Services 843.815.8422 for reservations and additional information.
**ONE OR MORE FOUR BEDROOM COTTAGES ONLY**
March & April/October & November • $572 per night {includes taxes} for each four bedroom golf cottage. • $143.00 per person per bedroom with private bath per night inclusive.
May thru September • $473 per night {includes taxes} for each four bedroom golf cottage. • $118.50 per person per bedroom with private bath per night inclusive.
Package Includes: • Unlimited golf daily. Play may include either the North or South Course based on availability. • Cottage Food and Beverage Amenity Package upon arrival and restock each day. • Golf Cottage Housekeeping Tidy Service daily. • All guests will receive a 25% discount on all merchandise in the Golf Shop. • Member Sponsor will receive (2-4) complimentary accompanied guest golf rounds to be used for future golf play. To make your reservations, please call Cottage Services at 843.815.8422 between the hours of 8:30am-5pm (EST) Monday-Friday. Based upon availability; Replay subject to tee time availability. Cannot be combined with other packages or offers. A Two-Night Minimum in one or more 4-Bedroom Golf Cottage stay is required. .
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2014 People’s Choice Award Winner The writers of Hilton Head Monthly Magazine started a tradition every December to recognize local businesses and communities with their Readers’ Choice Awards, which is the “Best of the Best” places to shop, dine and live in the Hilton Head-Bluffton area. Over 5,600 electronic ballots were received from their subscribers. For the 2nd year in a row, the 2014 Readers’ Choice Award for Favorite Private Golf Club in Bluffton was presented to BERKELEY HALL! Congratulations to all of our Members!
Bryson Nimmer named SCJGA Player of the Year
Bryson Nimmer was named the S.C. Junior Golf Association’s 2014 Jay Haas Player of the Year. This award goes to the golfer who ends the year at the top of the Heritage Classic Foundation’s rankings. These rankings are based on overall finishes in tournaments held across South Carolina and nationwide, with points compiled from more than 200 events conducted over the past 12 months. Among the highlights this season for Bryson, was his win at an Open AJGA championship held at Chechessee Creek in mid-June, several additional Junior Golf Tour Victories and his consistent play in all of the SCJGA major championships that he entered. He also qualified this year for the USGA Junior Amateur and made it to match play, which solidified his standings. He was honored at a press conference at the Thornblade Club in Greer, SC with his parents Tony and Patsy Nimmer, Jay Haas and SCJGA Staff in attendance.
Stephanie Meadows Earns Status on LGPA Stephanie Meadows has earned conditional status on the LPGA for the 2015 season. Stephanie whose home course is Berkeley Hall, was a former International Junior Golf Academy student and outstanding student athlete from the University of Alabama. She finished third in her professional debut at the 2014 Women’s Open in June, earning $271,373, and also finished in the top 20 at the Yokohama Tire LPGA Classic in September. At the LPGA Q-School held in December, she was one of 154 players completing to finish among the top 20 to earn full status for 2015. After five qualifying, Meadows was in a tie for 18th with six other players and went into a playoff the next day for the remaining 3 spots. As luck would have it, Karlin Beck chipped in from 75 ft. on the 18th hole for a birdie to earn the final exemption. As a result, Stephanie will begin the 2015 LPGA season with conditional status which still assures her of entry into the majority of LPGA events. Watch for Stephanie on tour as she will be displaying a Berkeley Hall logo’d golf bag at all of the events she plays on the LPGA TOUR.
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The ARB Report by Wendy Wagner, Architectural Review Board Administrator
2014 was another very busy period for the Architectural Review Board as residential building activity continued at an accelerated pace throughout the year. The total number of homes in the community now number 286. representing a build-out of 51%. There were 12 homes completed, 14 new starts and 17 additional plans submitted to the Board for approval to begin construction. Currently, 9 contractors are building 16 homes and this pace is expected to continue throughout 2015.
Berkeley Hall Club is now in The Palm of your Hand Waiting in line at your local coffee shop? View the Club calendar to see what’s happening, or book a tee time for you and your friends. You can do this and much more from your smartphone now that www.BerkeleyHallClub.com has gone mobile! Berkeley Hall’s Mobile Website lets you catch up on the latest club news, view calendars, RSVP for events, access the member directory, view and pay your bill, view photos from recent events....and much more! The new mobile website can be viewed on any smartphone and there is no need to download an app. Simply bookmark it to your home screen for quick access and remember to store your user name and password. Check it out from your smartphone by accessing: http://members.berkeleyhallclub.com. Enter your username and password, check remember me, save to home screen and the Berkeley Hall Logo will appear on your smartphone as an app.
Barber Services Available in the Clubhouse Terry Alcock will be in the Men’s Locker Room every Friday from 10am-2pm and Ken Browning takes over on Saturdays at 10am-2pm. No appointments are necessary.
Javier the Tailor
Javier is in the clubhouse every Saturday morning between the hours of 9:30-11am to tailor pieces of clothing for our Members. After he takes your measurements in the locker room, he returns to his shop in Beaufort to complete the work, then returns the following Saturday to deliver your clothing. No appointments are necessary.
BERKELEY HALL
Charity Cup
(L to R): Ernest Bush, Don Ryder, Margaret Norris, Pat Valentine,
Motoring Festival Exhibition for Members The Hilton Head Island Motoring Festival and Concours d’Elegance, held its 13th Annual Car Jamboree on November 1& 2 at the Port Royal Golf Club. The Concour’s is recognized as one of the nation’s signature automobile events. Berkeley Hall was pleased to host their Driving Tour Luncheon for its sponsors and participants who lined up 42 classic models in front of the clubhouse for viewing by our Members. Best in Show was won by Dr. Rick Workman of Windermere, Florida with his 1938 Bugatti Type 57C Coupe.
(L to R): Kristine Lily, Tisha Venturini-Hoch, Angela Kelly, Diana Haran, Jack Haran,
Randy Wright, Mia Hamm and Keri Sanchez.
Women’s US Soccer Legends Visit Berkeley Hall Club Mia Hamm, Kristine Lilly and Tisha Venturini-Hoch and their staff were staying at the Berkeley Hall Golf Cottages while in town for their three-day Team First Soccer Academy December 12-14 at the University of South Carolina Beaufort (USCB), Gateway Campus. Hilary George, daughter of Berkeley Hall member Diana Haran, is the Assistant Head Women’s Soccer coach at USCB. Hilary was instrumental in bringing the soccer camp to the area. Hamm, Lilly and Venturini-Hoch appeared in a combined five World Cups, and Hamm was inducted into the U.S. Soccer Hall of Fame in 2007 while Lilly was inducted this year. Their Team First Soccer Academy seeks to provide young girls and women a first class opportunity to develop as an individual player within the context of playing a sport that requires a disciplined unit to perform unselfishly. It is their goal to encourage players to respect the integrity of the game while we continue to nurture their love for soccer. Before the camp started on Friday, the ladies took time to hit the North Golf Course with Jack & Diana Haran and Randy Wright. Despite a frost delay, the group was able finish 18 holes.
Bill Reddersen, Diane Haran
Berkeley Hall Charitable Foundation Funds 14 Projects to Help Bluffton’s Most Needy Citizens The Berkeley Hall Charitable Foundation’s Grants Committee has recently exceeded $150,000 in charitable donations in support of fourteen local “Not-for-Profit” organizations that address basic human needs of the Bluffton Community. Since 2008, this Charitable Foundation had donated nearly $350,000 to local charities, and with these new grants in 2014, the total grants that have been awarded to local charities now exceed $500,000. This is much needed support to help vulnerable and low income families, children, adults, veterans and the elderly to lead more successful, comfortable and productive lives. The organizations that received a 2014 grant from the Berkeley Hall Charitable Foundation are Backpack Buddies of Bluffton, Bluffton Self Help, Bluffton-Jasper County Volunteers in Medicine (VIM), Boys and Girls Club of Bluffton, Child Abuse Prevention Association (CAPA), Deep Well, Heroes on Horseback, Hospice Care of the Lowcountry, The Literacy Center, Lowcountry Legal Volunteers, Meals on Wheels, Memory Matters, Navy Marine Corp Relief Society and Neighborhood Outreach Connection. Our Berkeley Hall community is honored to help these worthy organizations make important strides in improving the lives of our most vulnerable neighbors. Thank you Berkeley Hall members for your continued compassion, concern, and generosity!
Special Recognition Rear Admiral (Ret.) Phil Anselmo and his wife Diane received a special award from Adrian Morris, General Manager/COO in recognition for their leadership and direction since 2008 in creating the Berkeley Hall Charitable Foundation.
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Thanksgiving Weekend 2014
Thanksgiving Weekend 2014
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Member Activities
N E W Y E A R ’ S D AY
Lunch Buffet
Thursday, January 1; 11am-3pm Men’s Locker Room & the Tap Room; $10.95/pp++ Begin the New Year by treating your family and friends to a luncheon buffet at the club before setting out to play golf or watching football. MENU Short Rib Chili Station with Cheddar, Sour Cream & Onions Chef Selected Soup of the Day Fresh Baked Bread Display with Whipped Butter Farmers Market House Salad with Assorted House Dressings Caesar Salad Bar with All the Trimmings Barbecued Chicken Tenderloins Assorted Cookies & Brownies *Note, we will not be offering the Regular Lunch Menu on Thursday, January 1st. *Club Operations will close at 6 pm or at the end of play.
Let’s Do Lunch
with the Fitness Center Staff Friday, January 9 12 pm, Berkeley Room; $20++/pp Bryan Coker and Tara Dakolios will presenting the new schedule of fitness programs being offered in 2015 at the Fitness Center. The luncheon menu will feature “heart-healthy” Mediterranean cuisine. EVENT MENU Tuscan Seared Chicken Medallions with a Lemon Chive Emulsion, White Beans, Roasted Tomatoes, Artichoke Hearts, Crispy Falafel Cakes and Fresh Spinach Cappuccino Chocolate Torte with Shaved Chocolate, Amaretto Sauce and Coffee Gelato How to adopt the Mediterranean Plan into your daily lifestyle? The Mediterranean diet incorporates the basics of healthy eating - plus a splash of flavorful olive oil and perhaps even a glass of red wine - among other components characterizing the traditional cooking style of countries bordering the Mediterranean Sea. Most healthy diets include fruits, vegetables, fish and whole grains, and limit unhealthy fats. While these parts of a healthy diet remain tried-and-true, subtle variations or differences in proportions of certain foods may make a difference in your risk of heart disease.
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Book Club
Monday, January 5 at 3pm, Ladies’ Locker Room
The Secret Keeper by Kate Morton From the New York Times, The Secret Keeper a spellbinding novel filled with mystery, thievery, murder, and enduring love. During a summer party at the family farm in the English countryside, sixteen-year-old Laurel Nicolson has escaped to her childhood tree house and is happily dreaming of the future. She spies a stranger coming up the long road to the farm and watches as her mother speaks to him. Before the afternoon is over, Laurel will witness a shocking crime. A crime that challenges everything she knows about her family and especially her mother, Dorothy—her vivacious, loving, nearly perfect mother. Dorothy’s story takes the reader from pre–WWII England through the blitz, to the ’60s and beyond. It is the secret history of three strangers from vastly different worlds— Dorothy, Vivien, and Jimmy—who meet by chance in wartime London and whose lives are forever entwined. The Secret Keeper explores longings and dreams and the unexpected consequences they sometimes bring. It is an unforgettable story of lovers and friends, deception and passion that is told—in Morton’s signature style—against a backdrop of events that changed the world. Reviewed by Amazon.com.
Monday, February 2 at 3pm, Ladies’ Locker Room
Defending Jacob by William Landay Andy Barber has been an assistant district attorney in his suburban Massachusetts county for more than twenty years. He is respected in his community, tenacious in the courtroom, and happy at home with his wife, Laurie, and son, Jacob. But when a shocking crime shatters their New England town, Andy is blindsided by what happens next: His fourteen-year-old son is charged with the murder of a fellow student. Award-winning author William Landay has written the consummate novel of an embattled family in crisis — a suspenseful, character-driven mystery that is also a spellbinding tale of guilt, betrayal, and the terrifying speed at which our lives can spin out of control. For further information concerning the Ladies Book Club, please contact Wendy Hansen at hansenwendyj@gmail.com.
Winter Art Class
January 13; Lunch at 12pm; Art Class 12:45-2:45pm Luncheon at menu pricing; $55/class made payable to Margi Hershey Limited to six (6) artists for personal instruction Please call the Concierge at (843) 815-8494 for reservations Margi Hershey will continue to offer her popular art classes in 2015. She is a member of the Tybee Artists Association and proprietor of an art studio in Savannah, Ga. that specializes in murals and abstract scenes. Each participant paints their own canvas and takes it with them when complete to either display in their home or present to a friend as a special gift. The class will be using water mixable oil colors on canvas. These new oils are easy to use, and brushes can be cleaned with just soap and water. All of the painting supplies are provided at each class to the students.
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Ladies’ Night in the Tap Room
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Every Saturday During February 5-8pm Ladies will enjoy half price appetizers, mixed drinks, skinny martinis and our wines by the glass.
Prime Rib & Pasta Buffet
Every Sunday 6-8pm; $23.95++/pp Featuring a Fresh Garden Salad Bar, Bread Display, “Build Your Own” Pasta Station, Carved Prime Rib Au Jus, Potato and Vegetable Du Jour, Dessert Display.
International Night Saturday, January 24, 6-9pm $45++/pp; Member Charge Bar
*Open Seating in the Wine Room, Mixed Grille, Tap Room & Berkeley Room
International Night is a Bistro-style Dinner with Continental flair. This evening is hosted by the waitstaff who represent countries and cultures from around the globe. We’ve invited them to share with us their national heritage, which includes everything from authentic dress and table settings, to their menus and favorite delicacies. Food stations and cultural displays will be set-up throughout the Clubhouse, as staff members will be wearing their native dress and offer samplings of their countries favorite cuisine. It will be tapas style dining, open seating throughout the Clubhouse and a member charge bar. For reservations call 843.815.8494.
Winter Getaway Golf Package
Includes Unlimited “Core Golf” January 1 - February 28, 2015 The Berkeley Hall Club staff can assist in making your next leisure, corporate outing, or board retreat a grand success. Join us for a quick group getaway and escape the cold winter weather. Let us do the planning and set up your transportation, golf tee times and assist with dining arrangements. In addition, we specialize in pairing ideal meeting venues with impeccable service throughout the entire experience, from exclusive board meetings, to intricate meetings or fun getaways with friends. All of your events are planned to the finest detail to ensure a successful and impressive event. GETAWAY OPTIONS Welcome Itinerary & Amenity Package {included}, Unlimited Core Golf Daily for $50/pp {plus cart and taxes}, Preferred Tee Times {after 10am}, Tournament Coordination, Spa Services in your Golf Cottage, Unique Dining Packages, Group Instruction at the Learning Center, Complimentary Meeting Rooms & Audio Visual Services, etc. GOLF COTTAGE RATES {per night}* Two Bedroom: $236 Three Bedroom: $304, Four Bedroom: $372 *Plus Taxes & Daily Housekeeping Service, 2-night min. stay
For reservations, please call Director of Catering and Special Events, Maren Rogers 843.815.8493 or email mrogers@berkeleyhallclub.com.
Ladies’ Canasta
Every Monday from 1-3pm, Mixed Grille Ladies’ Canasta is scheduled for every Monday from 1-3pm in the Mixed Grille beginning Sept. 1. 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 email jobird154@ hotmail.com.
Ladies’ Bridge
Every Wednesday at 1pm, Ladies’ Locker Room The Ladies’ Bridge Group meets every Wednesday at 1pm in the 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.
Ladies’ Mah Jongg
Every Wednesday at 7pm, Mixed Grille The Ladies’ Mah Jongg Group meets in the Mixed Grille every Wednesday evening at 7pm. Dinner optional at 5:30pm. 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 more information, please contact JoAnn Slezak at 843.757.0918, or email jobird154@hotmail.com for more information.
Slow-Paced Mah Jongg
Every Friday at 2-4pm, Ladies’ Locker Room All ladies are invited to a new slower paced Mah Jongg group coordinated by Connie Wedel. Please contact her with any questions or to join in the game.
Men’s Bible Study
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Ladies’ Bible Study
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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, please contact Hal Sutton {halsutton1@gmail.com} or Don McGeorge at dmcgeorge@hargray.com. !
Every Tuesday at 3:30pm, Fazio Room Ladies’ Bible Study group meets every Tuesday at 3:30pm in the Fazio Room.. All Members are welcome. For more information, please contact Angie McGeorge at 843.505.0245 {amcgeorge@outlook.com} or Susie Sutton at 406.670.7900 {ssutton57@gmail.com}.
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Member Activities
Valentine’s Day Dinner Saturday, February 14; 6-8pm: $55++/pp Reservations Required, Tables of 6-10pp Complimentary Champagne Member Charge Bar Ladies Wednesday Bridge Group at their Christmas Luncheon
International Wine Exploration & Tasting February 6; 5-7pm
$50/pp++ (Includes Education, Wine Tasting & Light Hors d’ Oeuvres)
Join Vidalco Wines of South Carolina on an International Wine Exploration and expressive educational tasting. Interesting regions of exploration include: Douro & Dao of Portugal, Margaret River Valley of Australia, Castilla-La-Mancha Spain, Luxembourg and many more. Vidalco’s owner, Constantin Zamfirescu, has been importing unique wines from around the world for over 25 years. All of the vineyards in their portfolio are family-owned and the grapes are hand cut with no additives, no chemicals, no added sulfites. It takes Constantin an average of 3 years to finalize the selection of a new vineyard. Any prospective vineyard is monitored for up to 3 years prior to selection to insure the vineyard consistently produces the high quality wine each and every year. Vidalco represents vineyards from the following countries: France, Italy, Spain, Austria, Portugal, Luxembourg, San Marino, Lebanon, Romania, Chile, Argentina, Uruguay, Peru, Australia and New Zealand. Many of their wines have received gold medals in world competitions and/or have been highly rated by Robert Parker.
Artisan Breads & fresh Baked Rolls with whipped butter
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Presented by Vidalco Wines
MENU Tempura Maine Lobster Tail & Hydro Bibb Salad with Fire Grilled Tomatoes, Maple Bacon & Buttermilk Green Goddess Dressing
Entree Selections Cast Iron Seared Filet Mignon presented with a Bone Marrow Bordelaise Sauce Or Fennel Seared Chilean Sea Bass with Charred Red Pepper Emulsion and Artichoke Heart Tapenade Presented with a Smoked Gouda Potato Crepe and Tomato Vidalia Onion Pie
Dessert Trio Chocolate Raspberry Caramel Torte with Cocoa Nib Brittle White Chocolate Mousse Shooter with Chambord Coulis & Gooey Butter Cake English Toffee Truffle & Godiva Crème Anglaise
“Fat Tuesday” Lunch Buffet February 17; 11am-3pm $10.95/pp++; Men’s Locker Room Drink Specials Roasted Chicken & Sausage Gumbo Muffuletta Chef’s Salad with Crispy French Bread & Balsamic Vinaigrette Bayou Shrimp Nachos with Jack & Cheddar Cheese, Fried Okra, Tomatoes, Scallions and Jalapenos Pecan Pie Bars
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Whether an intimate gathering or an extravagant celebration, we can make your special occasion the “Experience of a Lifetime.” Please contact Maren Rogers at 843.815.8493 for more information.
TICKET INFORMATION
DOC’S BBQ CLUB 15 (New For 2014)
$375
until 3/31/15
2015 RBC Heritage April 13-19, 2015
Put Your Plaid On! This year, the RBC Heritage presented by Boeing has a new rally cry. Plaid Nation is the spirit that makes the RBC Heritage the most unique stop on the PGA TOUR. It’s families and friends coming together year after year to be a part of something big, memorable and fun. It’s a heritage of southern hospitality and the truest example of that warm, welcoming Lowcountry lifestyle. It’s a spirit that unites people who believe that giving back and paying forward are an honor, not an obligation. Tickets for South Carolina’s only PGA TOUR golf tournament are now on sale. Dates for the 47th Annual RBC Heritage at the Harbour Town Golf Links are April 13-19, 2015.
CLUBHOUSE TICKET PACK
CLUBHOUSE BADGE
GROUNDS BADGE
About Heritage Classic Foundation: The mission of the Heritage Classic Foundation is to provide the highest quality PGA TOUR golf event that generates significant economic impact and promotion for South Carolina while contributing funds for local charitable causes that enhance the quality of life of all. Since it was founded as a 501 (c)(3) in 1987, the Foundation has donated more than $23 million to people in need. For more information, call 843.671.2448 or visit www.RBCHeritage.com.
DAILY GROUNDS TICKETS
PRACTICE ROUND TICKET
$250
until 3/31/15
This ticket booklet grants access to a private entertainment venue on the 15th green from Thursday to Sunday. Ticket holders get a front row seat with exceptional golf views, along with a climate controlled dining section. Included in the ticket price is one practice round ticket and one tournament grounds ticket per day for Thursday through Sunday. A daily buffet lunch is provided by the famous Doc’s Barbecue of Columbia, SC. Anheuser-Busch draft beer, wine and Coca-Cola beverages are also included. Spirits are available for purchase. This ticket pack is perfect for a business looking to entertain different clients each day. It includes 1 practice round ticket and a ticket for each competition round (Thursday-Sunday). Each ticket gives fans grounds admittance plus entry into the newly renovated Clubhouse including access to the Grill and Pro Shop. The Clubhouse Tickets also allow access to the Heritage Pavilion featuring a cash bar and two oncourse hospitality venues on holes 7 and 15, presented by Hargray, boasting great golf views and food & beverage for purchase. A limited number will be sold.
The Clubhouse Badge gives fans weeklong grounds admittance plus entry into the newly renovated Clubhouse including access to the Grill and Pro Shop. The Clubhouse Badge also allows access to the $190 until 12/19/14 Heritage Pavilion featuring a cash bar and two oncourse hospitality venues on holes 7 and 15, presented by Hargray, boasting great golf views and food & beverage for purchase. A limited number will be sold.
$150
until 3/31/15
$55-$65
until 3/31/15
$40
until 3/31/15
Provides weeklong access to the tournament grounds, The Heritage Lawn, Michelob Ultra 19th Hole and Grey Goose Lounge (21+). Daily access to the tournament grounds. Thursday and Sunday $55 per day (until 3/31/14) Friday and Saturday $65 per day (until 3/31/14). Prices increase $20 beginning April 1, 2015. Enjoy the practice rounds and Pro-Ams Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Autographs and cameras are welcome. Price increases $10 on April 1, 2015.
Juniors 15 and under are always admitted free when they are accompanied by a ticketed adult. Fans may purchase tickets by calling Tournament Headquarters at 843.671.2448 or by visiting www.RBCHeritage.com.
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SPa & FITNESS Spa & Fitness Center
The Fitness Corner
by Derek Lemire, MS Exercise Physiology, NSCA-CPT and TPICGFI There are several new programs being introduced in the Spa & Fitness Center for 2015. You may have heard about our first Living Lean Program that was first introduced in November. The program was a great success for everyone involved. All of the participants not only dropped some body weight but also began living a lean and healthy lifestyle. We will be starting a new 6-week session on Monday, January 19 and are anxious to welcome new members to the program, who will also get started LIVING LEAN! Please contact one of our Fitness Trainers in the Center for more information. In January, we will be in the clubhouse once a month hosting a complimentary informational session entitled: Functionally Fit Fridays, where we will be discussing subjects that focus on making you “functionally fit” – meaning. how you can improve your flexibility and strength and perhaps hit the ball longer, straighter, and without any pain. #1
And finally, for those who want to return to the Glory Days of spirited competition and camaraderie with friends, watch for our announcements of upcoming events such as basketball games, tennis matches, swimming, softball, kayaking, bowling, and other such events that will soon have you reliving those glory days and creating new memories.
Weekly Class Schedule MONDAY Mat Pilates @ 9am (Nadya)
Complimentary for Members; Guests $10
Cardio Sculpt @ 10:15am (Marcia)
$8/Member {unless pre-paid package}; Guests $10
R³ Class {Restore, Recover & Relax} @ 4pm (Derek)
$20/class for Members and Guests {unless pre-paid package}
TUESDAY Yogalates* @ 4pm (Nadya)
$8/Member; Guests $10; *Please sign-up ahead of time
WEDNESDAY Zumba @ 9am (Zanne)
$8/Member {unless pre-paid package}; Guests $10
Cardio Splash @ 9:30am (Marcia) $8/Member (unless pre-paid package); Guests $10
Yoga @ 10:15am (Nan) Complimentary for Members; Guests $10
Tabata @ 2pm (Tara) Complimentary for Members; Guests $10
THURSDAY
Titlest Performance Ins TPI School The Berkeley Hall Titlest Performance Institite is a member program coordinated between the Professional Golf Staff and our fitness instructors. We are excited to offer this new program, which will consist of a 5-week hands on training program to improve your golf game. For more information please call Will Hutter 843.815.8444, or please email whutter@ berkeleyhallclub.com.
No Classes Scheduled
FRIDAY Cardio Sculpt @ 9:30am (Erin) Complimentary for Members; Guests $10
Tennis Clinic @ 9am (Mike) $18/Member; Guests $20
SATURDAY Derek Lemire & PGA Golf Professional Kyle Stanley at TPI School
Zumba @ 9am (Zanne) $8/Member {unless pre-paid package}; Guests $10
Spa Specials JANUARY
$5 Off a Hot Stone Massage FEBRUARY
Cholocate Body Scrub ~ $80 Don’t forget to purchase your special someone a gift certificate for a relaxing spa service!
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Yoga @ 10:15am
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SPa & FITNESS
Why Do I Need A Personal Trainer?
The American Council on Exercise (ACE) is a nationally recognized organization that is accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) to offer programs to Personal Trainers leading to specialty certifications to assist professionals stand out in their fields. They recently listed the Top Ten Reasons to Hire a Personal Trainer. 1) Motivation: Personal Trainers serve not only as coach, but as educator, confidant, and role model a source of Motivation. 2) Consistency: Scheduling regular appointment with a personal trainer help eliminate excuses for not exercising. 3) Safety: Personal Trainers demonstrate the proper and safe use of exercise equipment. 4) Individual Instruction: They develop the most effective program for you based on your fitness evaluation results and personal goals. 5) Effective Workouts: They help to maximize your time in the gym by providing workouts designed to achieve goals quickly and efficiently. 6) Supervision: The Personal trainer is there to observe, assist and if necessary correct ineffective exercise routines. 7) Sports Specific Training: Many athletes work with a personal trainers during the off season in preparation for in-season competition. 8) Injury Rehabilitation: A personal Trainer can make your road to recovery a smooth one in hopes of avoiding a reoccurrence of injury. 9) Special Needs Training: Research confirms that individuals with health challenges such as diabetes, asthma, heart disease benefit greatly. 10) Ego Boost: They provide you with positive feedback to bolster your confidence and take on new challenges. For more information on the American Council on Exercise (ACE), please visit www.acefitness.org/
Spa Services MASSAGES Therapeutic/Swedish Massage Prenatal Massage One Hour…. $75 90 Minutes…. $105
Deep Tissue Massage One Hour…. $90 90 Minutes…. $125
Hot Stone Massage One Hour….$95 90 Minutes….. $130
Body Scrub One Hour….. $90
Medical Massage 45 Minutes….. $95 One Hour….. $125 One Hour….. $187 One Hour….. $250
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Massage A la Carte 15 Minute Reflexology….. $20 15 Minute Hot Stone….. $25
Massage Add-Ons 30 Minute Foot/Leg Massage….. $40 30 Minute Facial….. $50 30 Minute Sport Massage….. $55 30 Minute Head, Neck, Shoulder….. $45
FACIALS The Berkeley Hall Facial One Hour….. $80
Gentleman’s Facial One Hour….. $75 Our Staff of Personal Trainers are certified to assist Members with their conditioning in many different ways including: • Postural Evaluation and Program Development • Balance and Proprioception Improvement • Pre and Post Surgery Conditioning • Therapeutic Kinesiology Taping • Weight Loss Programming • Speed, Agility, and Quickness (SAQ) Training • TPI (Titleist Performance Institute) Golf Evaluations and Training • Hands on PNF (Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation) stretching • Youth Conditioning and Performance Training
Rejuvenation Facial One Hour….. $75
Facial Add-Ons Facial Peels….. $25 Brow Wax….. $25 Lip, Chin Wax….. $25 Make sure to inquire about our cost saving Spa Packages!
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Joel Wadsworth {with Tara Dakolios} Men’s Overall 1st Place
Julia Joos Vandevalke Women’s 15-29 Winner
David Olsen Men’s 30-39 Winner
Lynn Pearson Women’s 40-49 Winner
Gene Huxhold Men’s 50-59 Winner
Mike & Mags Touhy Men’s & Womens 60+ Winners
Joel Wadsworth William Lemire s 1stWinner Place Men’Overall s 14 andMen’ Under
Joel Wadsworth Isabella Bucaro Overall Men’ s 1stWinner Place Women’ s 14 and Under
5K Turkey Trot The Spa & Fitness Center held the 7th Annual Berkeley Hall 5K Turkey Trot on Friday morning after Thanksgiving and we had another great turnout of nearly 100 excited racers! We also had our traditional bike race and a much shorter, but exciting race for children under 12 years old. This is the first year the Turkey Trot was able to provide chip timing for all the competitors through the company named Play Hard Event Timing, which made for a better race experience for everyone! Thank you to all the participants and congratulations to all our winners! We had a blast and look forward to next year’s 5K Turkey Trot!
2014 TURKEY TROT WINNERS SHOWCASE
Men’s Overall 1st Place Women’s Overall 1st Place
Joel Wadsworth Isabel Caddo
21:52 22:54
Men’s 14 and Under Women’s 14 and Under
William Lemire Isabella Bucaro
23:38 26:58
Men’s 15-29 Women’s 15-29
Harris Wattles 23:09 Julia J. Vandevalke 23:09
Men’s 30-39 Women’s 30-39
David Olsen Ashley Olsen
24:13 24:13
Men’s 40-49 Women’s 40-49
Des Wadsworth Lynn Pearson
23:30 26:49
Men’s 50-59 Women’s 50-59 Men’s 60+ Women’s 60+
Gene Huxhold Kathy Corley
31:25 30:43
Mike Tuohy Mags Tuohy
37:40 29:10
Men’s Bike Winner Women’s Bike Winner
Daniel Pearson* Roxanna Montgomery*
Isabel Caddo {with Derek Lemire} Women’s Overall 1st Place
Harris Wattles Men’s 15-29 Winner
Ashley Olsen Women’s 30-39 Winner
Des Wadsworth Men’s 40-49 Winner
Kathy Corley Women’s 50-59 Winner
Daniel Pearson Men’s Bike Winner
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Jan
Winter is a Great Time of Year to Kayak ton and with fewer particles suspended in the water there is a relative clearness in the water compared to the nutrient laden cloudiness that is seen in summer.
ACTIVITIES
Kayaking No Charge
Guided Kayak
and Paddle Board Tours Mondays 9-11am Fridays 3-5pm $30/person
Okatie River Boat Cruises No cruises are scheduled this month while the Pontoon Boat is undergoing routine maintenance. *24-hour advanced reservations are required for the Kayak Nature Tour and Cruises.
Feb ACTIVITIES
Kayaking No Charge
Guided Kayak and Paddle Board Tours Mondays 9-11am Fridays 3-5pm $30/person
Okatie River Boat Cruises No cruises are scheduled this month while the Pontoon Boat is undergoing routine maintenance. *24-hour advanced reservations are required for the Kayak Nature Tour and Cruises.
The Okatie River
There are subtle changes that mark the seasonal changes along the Okatie River in the winter. Since there are few deciduous trees to signal the transition from fall to winter and winter to spring in our maritime forests, we must look at the changing hues of the grasses that punctuate the coastal landscape. The perennial cordgrass for example, turns from bright green to muted shades of gray and brown and though it is rather drab in appearance, the deteriorating cordgrass is vital source of food and cover for the wildlife. Cooler temperatures and shorter days dramatically inhibit the growth of plank-
Clearer water provides an opportunity to visually explore the river bed, especially in the shallows and at the edge – where the grass and water meet. You’ll observe pinfish flounder, redfish, oysters, small rays and blue crab. You’ll hear the sound of the dry and brittle grasses rustling in the breeze, see the behaviors of migrating birds, watch an eagle gracefully fetch a bunch of grass to use for its nest, or a school of fish dart around beneath your boat. Remember to dress properly and have your binoculars ready. There is a lot to see! Guided 2-hour nature kayak tours are scheduled every Monday from 9 to 11am and on Fridays from 4 to 6pm that are led by a trained interpretive naturalist guide. Contact the Concierge at 843.815.8494 for reservations.
Schedule of Fees
KAYAKING On Your Own No Charge Scheduled Tour $30 per person BOAT CRUISE Scheduled Tour $35 per person
Guided Kayaking & Paddle Boarding Tours
Mondays, 9am-11am; Fridays, 4pm-6pm Certified Naturalist, Captain Eric, accompanies you on a 2-hour guided kayak or paddleboard tour of the Okatie River. The cost is only $30 per person with water and sodas included.
Private $140 (min of 2 hrs)
Sunset Cruises
Sunset Cruises will resume on March 1 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 $140/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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Hole #8 ~ North Course
The Golf Corner
The 2015 Berkeley Hall Golf Program booklets will be available in the golf shop in January. Information included in the program booklets includes detailed event information, tournament entry forms and updated general golf information. In addition, a downloadable PDF version is available on the website.
2015 Upcoming Tournaments President’s Cup Chairman Match Play New Year’s Kickoff Cup Couples M/G St. Patrick’s Day Open Men’s Member ~ Member Women’s One Day M/G Masters Par 3 & Players Draft Men’s Spring M/G
Season Long Season Long January 2 March 13-14 March 17 March 27-28 April 2 April 7 April 16-19
*New 2015 Events in Italics
Pace of Play 2015 In 2015 we will begin a new pace of play initiative to make all players, members and guests, aware of how they can improve their pace of play at Berkeley Hall. The initiative will include consistent communications from the golf professional staff prior to play along with pace of play tips and reminders posted throughout the club, in newsletters and on the website to build a culture of awareness among all players. TIP #1: “Start Smart” ~ Be early to the practice area to warm up properly for your round and arrive at the first tee of the correct course 5 minutes prior to your start time. Remember to get all your essentials and be prepared to play “ready golf.”
2014 Men’s Invitational The 2014 Men’s Invitational, played October 15-18, was a success as our Members enjoyed great competition, camaraderie and wonderful fall weather. We want to congratulate our 2014 Champions, Art Arns and his guest, Kim Goldenstein from San Diego, for great play over the 3 days of competition and the championship shootout. Be sure to get your entry in early next year for this popular event!
2014 MEN’S INVITATIONAL CHAMPIONS Art Arns & Kim Goldenstein Berkeley Hall Flight BERKELEY HALL FLIGHT
Winners 2nd Place
Art Arns & Kim Goldenstein
Jeff Tanen & Michael Valentino Britt Wall & Dave Crocker
31 ½ 26 ½
WADE HAMPTON FLIGHT
Winners 2nd Place
John Kourakos & Kevin Hughes David Schmitz & Mike Dzienny
31 ½ 31 ½
SHADOW CREEK FLIGHT
Winners 2nd Place
Don Romsa & Michael Conlon Steve Delaney & Greg Delaney
32 30
ESTANCIA FLIGHT
Winners 2nd Place
Bob Knighton & George Wombolt Brian Barney & Jason Barney
30 ½ 29
STOCK FARM FLIGHT
Winners 2nd Place
Dondi Wall & Mark Westbrook Larry Rice & Kevin Connealy
32 30
Our goal is to set an expectation and create a pace of play culture that leads to rounds of golf at 4 Hours or LESS at Berkeley Hall.
2014 Women’s Invitational Hole-In-One Club The purpose of the Hole-In-One Club is to recognize, reward and celebrate with a Member the scoring a hole-in-one. To celebrate, any participating Member of the Hole-In-One Club will be offered a complimentary drink that day at the Club until 6:00pm. Participating members who score a hole-in-one will also receive a commemorative plaque noting the specifics of the shot and a golf shop credit of $1000. For every hole-in-one, each participating member will be charged $5. For more information, please contact the Golf Shop at 843.815.8444.
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2014 WOMEN’S INVITATIONAL CHAMPIONS Heather Cherichella & Ann Dufrane ~ 128 Frequent Fliers Flight FREQUENT FLYERS FLIGHT
1st Place Net Low Gross
Terri Savoury & Elizabeth Russell Tracey Gregory & Gillian Curley
129 151
SIGHTSEERS FLIGHT
1st Place Net Low Gross
Debbi Patten & Deborah Rouzee Haila Wilson & Linda Mikkelson
132 171
2014 Senior c/c
2014 “The Haig” m/m
Women’s Division
Men’s Division
2014 WOMEN’S SENIOR CLUB CHAMPION Susie Sutton ~ 128
2014 MEN’S “HAIG” M/M CHAMPIONS David Schmitz & Wayne Hoffman 76 pts David Schmitz & Wayne Hoffman
Susie Sutton with Will Hutter
MEN’S BERKELEY HALL FLIGHT
WOMEN’S CHAMPIONSHIP FLIGHT
Low Net
Marian Green
62 pts
Low Gross: 1st Place Net:
Mike Balzer & Ryan McBee Brian Hayden & John Charland
60 pts 65
MEN’S WADE HAMPTON FLIGHT
Men’s Division
Low Gross: 1st Place Net:
John Kourakos & Bob Knighton Mike Riccobono & Dennis Visich
50 68
MEN’S STOCK FAR M FLIGHT
Low Gross: 1st Place Net:
2014 MEN’S SENIOR CLUB CHAMPION Toshi Hirata ~ 149
MEN’S ESTANCIA FLIGHT Toshi Hirata with Will Hutter
MEN’S CHAMPIONSHIP FLIGHT
Low Net
Horst Schroeder & Dieter Meudersheid 41 Richard Rothbard & Ron Plesh 68
John Charland
148
Low Gross: 1st Place Net:
John Timson & Jack Williams Max Hoag & Ron Hudson
35 64
Women’s Division
MEN’S SENIOR FLIGHT
Flight Winner John Vann 2nd Net Rich Ulbrich 3rd Net Bill Barnett
66 pts 64 63
MEN’S MASTERS FLIGHT Flight Winner John Kourakos 2nd Net Chip Millard 3rd Net Chuck Atkins
71 70 68
MEN’S SUPER SENIOR FLIGHT
Flight Winner Dieter Meuderscheid 2nd Net Bob McCurdy 2nd Net Phil Anselmo
69 62 62
Hole In One Honor Roll Congratulations to all of our Berkeley Hall Members, listed below, who recorded a hole-in-one in 2014 while playing on one of our Courses. Chip Millard ~ 14 North David Shinton ~ 6 North Max Hoag ~ 11 South Bill Schollins ~ 16 South Maggie Sivak ~ 11 South Susie Sutton ~ 8 North Mark Slocum ~ 8 North Joe Flowers ~ 16 South Ryan McBee ~ 16 North Steve Southern ~ 6 North Patrick Deasy ~ 16 North Hami Hirata ~ 6 North Jeri-Ann David ~ 8 North Barbara Presogna ~ 5 South
2014 WOMEN’S “HAIG” M/M CHAMPIONS Lori Delaney & Carol Dulude Lori Delaney & Carol Dulude
Berkeley Hall Flight Low Gross: Celina Echague & Catherine Hellman 38 pts 1st Place Net: Linda Gettings & Debbie Webb 68 Wade Hampton Flight Low Gross: Bonnie Caldwell & Haila Wilson 1st Place Net: Ellen Schraeder & Denise Frame
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2014 Club Challenge 2014 OVERALL CHAMPIONS Sam Stever, Tony Catelli Gary Brooks, Guy Giordano Sam Stever, Tony Catelli, Gary Brooks, Guy Giordano
Low Gross Dave Schellin, Dennis Murray, Tayor Metcalfe, Dan Gage 275 2nd Place NET Willie Wang, Tim Sutherland, Al Burns, Geoff, Bickerton 255
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learning center
Complimentary Swing Clinics Every Tuesday & Friday; 10-11am
JANUARY TOPIC Friday, January 2 Tuesday, January 6 Friday, January 9 Tuesday, January 13 Friday, January 16 Tuesday, January 20 Friday, January 23 Tuesday, January 27 Friday, January 30
How to Practice Putting Scoring Shots Irons Wedges Fairway Woods Sand Play Driving Practice to Improve
FEBRUARY
TOPIC
Tuesday, February 3 Friday, February 6 Tuesday, February 10 Friday, February 13 Tuesday, February 17 Friday, February 20 Tuesday, February 24 Friday, February 27
Irons Wedges Scoring Shots Driving Short Game Putting Sand Shots Irons
What I’ve Learned Over The Years with Andrew Rice, Director of Instruction
I am continually growing and improving at my trade. Here are a few notes from what I’ve learned over the last few years: STRIKE POINT Where you strike the ball on the face plays a far bigger role in determining the flight of the shot than what was previously believed. As a result, heel and toe misses can lead people down a road of trying to fix something that isn’t broken. Advice - Use Dr. Scholl’s Odor X foot spray to mark the face and get a better understanding of where you are striking the ball on the clubface. SWING APPEARANCE The two dimensional appearance of the swing on video is not what determines the flight of the ball (Swing direction vs 3D club path). The look of a golf swing has very little to do with the message the clubhead relays to the golf ball, and you don’t have to roll your hands to hit draws. Advice - Don’t get too caught up on how your swing looks. It’s all about the physics at impact, so always go for function over form. ANGLE OF ATTACK The angle of attack is hugely important in determining the shape, distance and trajectory of any shot. Most golfers hit down too much, while many of the best golfers tend to have a shallower strike on the ball. A positive or upward angle of attack has a huge effect on tee shot distance for slower speed golfers.
Speciality Clinics with Krista
Advice - Almost all golfers should be working toward a shallower more “sweep-like” strike on the ball. With the driver, you should learn to hit up as the gains are too great to ignore.
Hit Your Driver Longer
SHOT SHAPE The clubface is primarily responsible for the launch of any shot. The loft of the face at impact (dynamic loft) will largely determine the launch angle of any shot. On full swings, the launch angle is often lower than you might expect it to be. The club path is primarily responsible for the curvature of any shot.
Tues., Jan. 13 & Tues., Feb. 10; 2-4pm $60/pp (4 person min) Learn if your club is a proper fit and determine if you are maximizing your distance potential. Increase your distance off the tee and watch your scores drop.
Scoring Clinic
Thurs., Jan. 15, 10-12pm; $60/pp (4 person min) Fri., Feb. 20, 2am-4pm; $60/pp (4 person min) Struggling with those approach shots into greens? Learn to hit your approach shots closer to the pin and lower your scores. Specific practice drills will help you improve your performance and focus on the course.
Short Game Clinic
Thurs., Jan. 8; Thurs., Feb. 19; 10am-12pm $60/pp (4 person min) Improve your wedge game and short iron game Learn to control the golf ball around the greens and to hit both the high shot and low shot. Chipping, pitching and bunkers covered.
Putting Clinic
Tues., Jan. 27; Tues., Feb 24; 3-4:30pm; $60/pp (4 person min) Green reading, distance control, short putts and routine covered on this comprehensive putting clinic.
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Advice - To hit draws (and most of us should) we need an in to out club path. To improve the launch, you either need to change the loft of the club or improve the loft delivered at impact. THE HUMAN ELEMENT It is all too rare to meet a man who hits the ball as far as he thinks he does, or who swings the driver as fast as he think he does. Mention club speed to any golfer, male or female, and there’s a 95% chance the next swing will be faster. While there are patterns, anything and everything is possible. Advice - Check your ego at the door. You’ll start shooting better scores when you plan to hit the ball the distance you’re capable of hitting it. I hope these thoughts and ideas can help you have a better year of golf in 2015!
3-Day Golf Schools With Andrew Rice
Feb.19-21, Mar.19-21, Apr. 9-11*{Master’s School}, Apr. 16-18* {Heritage School} Andrew will be hosting 3-Day Golf Schools throughout the year. Each school will be limited to four golfers unless specifically requested or indicated. The schools marked with an asterisk (*) will have additional experiences and costs. Please contact Andrew directly at andrew@andrewricegolf.com for Andrew Rice complete details and availability. www.AndrewRiceGolf.com
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GOLF & Community
MAINTENANCE
In Search of a Better Bunker Design by Danny Malone, Certified Golf Course Superintendent
Golf Course architects make every effort to design and construct bunkers that can be easily maintained by following routine maintenance procedures. However, despite their best efforts, most bunkers have been a challenge to maintain in a cost effective manner. Since we are always interested in discovering ways to minimize their maintenance cost and improve playability, our search for an efficient design prompted us to trial a new bunker that is commonly referred to as, The Better Billy Bunker Method. This is a new design has been installed at several of the highest ranked golf clubs in the country including Bethpage, Merion Golf Club and Winged Foot. As we reported in the November, 2013 issue of the Experience, the Better Billy Method was installed in the greenside bunkers adjacent to holes #4 and #17 on the South Course. This required us to re-contour the slopes in an around the bunkers, repair and add additional drainage lines and install new bunker liners. Since that time, these new bunkers have reduced our total labor cost by eliminating the need to replace contaminated sand and restore the face walls that previously had been washed out following periods of heavy rainfall. Their resilience to poor weather conditions has exceeded our expectations. Although the results with the Better Billy Bunker Method have been excellent, the problem we face is that the installation cannot be performed by our own maintenance crews. The reconstruction of our bunkers to the Billy Bunker Method would require the work of outside contractors. That would result in closing the courses for a period of time while the work is being performed, and also would expose us to the chance that damage may be caused to some of the bunkers. There is, however, another bunker system known as the Capillary Concrete System that is performing equally as well at the Atlanta Athletic Club, and can be installed by our own maintenance crews. Capillary Concrete has characteristics not found in any other liner product on the market. These specially engineered lightweight aggregates are mixed with a proprietary concrete admixture to replenish moisture to drying sand on steep bunker faces. The force of adhesion helps keep the sand in place, which makes the sand easier to maintain and improves playability. Since Capillary Concrete is pervious, water freely drains through it to greatly reduce or even eliminate the problem of washouts. We feel that there would be a number of benefits to installing this system including lower installation and maintenance
costs without the need to close the courses while the work is being completed. As another trial, we recently installed the Capillary System in the greenside bunker adjacent to hole #6 on the South Course. By midyear, we will have completed our trials and will select one of these two systems to ultimately replace all 27 greenside bunkers on the South Course.
Cool Season Flower Planting by Kayne Hoecht, Community Maintenance Supervisor
Winter is the time of year for you to review your landscape requirements to ensure a smooth transition into the growing season. Since the number of small projects can quickly get ahead of you, a simple checklist can make a big difference for the entire New Year. For example, mulch beds and minor root pruning around the base of large trees should be performed now. Also, structural pruning of shade trees is important not only for the health of the tree but also to help shape the tree, while pruning branches away from your home prevents insects and other pests from entering as they are looking to escape the colder temperatures. Rain sensors are an effective device to control your water output and prevent plant root problems caused by over saturation of the soil. You should remove any debris from the rain sensors to allow the device to operate properly and while you’re at it, inspect the rest of your irrigation systems and make whatever repairs are necessary. Even while plants are dormant, dry and windy conditions may require watering to prevent plant desiccation. Soil testing is the most cost effective way to improve the health of your landscape, and the best way to determine the reason for underperforming turf. These tests will determine if a special application of nutrients is required. Finally, homeowners who choose to maintain their own landscapes should have their power equipment tuned up to ensure proper operation for the year ahead. A well maintained landscape is a significant asset to home ownership but if left unchecked, can also be a terrible burden for the homeowner. This is an ideal time to prepare for the myriad of weather conditions that nature may bring our way.
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Phone List Clubhouse
Adrian Morris
843-815-8488
Becky Conn
843-815-8490
Michael Krause
843-815-8439
Bryan O’Neal
843-815-8997
General Manager & Chief Operating Officer
Human Resource Coordinator & Executive Assistant Clubhouse Manager Facilities Maintenance Manager
Hours of Operation Clubhouse Dining
Accounting
Frank McSweeney
843-815-8950
Myla Mitchell
843-815-8414
Member Billing
843-815.8953
Club Controller & CFO Assistant Controller
ARB
Wendy Wagner
843-815-8443
ARB Administrator
*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 thru Sunday) Dinner ~ 5pm to 8pm (Wednesday thru Sunday) Happy Hour ~ 5pm to 7pm (Sunday thru Friday)
Mixed Grille
Member Services Bob Ring
Director of Marketing & Member Services
843-815-8423
*Please join us on Sunday for A La Carte Brunch from 10am-4pm and Prime Rib & Pasta Night from 6-8pm.
Food & Beverage John Soulia
843-815-8433
Maren Rogers
843-815-8493
Chris Smith
843-815-8434
Executive Chef Director of Catering Dining Room Manager
Lunch (Thursday & Sunday) ~ 11am to 3pm, Sunday Brunch 10am to 4pm Dinner ~ 6pm to 8pm (Friday, Saturday and Sunday)
Men and Ladies’ Locker Rooms
Bar Service ~ 11am to 6pm Daily Lunch Fare ~ 11am to 3pm Daily
Berkeley Room
Available daily for private functions.
Tuscany Wine Room
Front Desk Services 843-815-8494
Available daily for private functions.
Keith Bradley
Golf Shop
843-815-8422
Director of Cottage Services
Golf Will Hutter
843-815-8440
Danny Malone
843-815-8420
The Golf Shop
843-815-8444
Director of Golf Golf Course Superintendent
Dining Facilities
Tap Room Men’s Locker Room
Gatehouse Services Ray Fleetwood
843-815-8428 843-815-8431
843-815-8451
Director of Gatehouse Services
*For Guest Passes 843-815-8451
Daily
Concierge Services
Monday Through Saturday Sunday
Spa & Fitness Center
Monday - Friday Saturday & Sunday
Daily Private Instruction ~ Daily
River Park
843-815-8446 843-247-4688
Krista Dunton
843-290-8714
Director of Instruction 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.
North 843-815-4308 South 843-815-3753 Andrew Rice
8:30am to 5pm 8:30am to 4pm
Learning Center
Halfway Houses
Learning Center
7:30am to 5:30pm
BERKELEY HALL
366 Good Hope Road Bluffton, South Carolina 29909