The
BERKELEY HALL
Experience
May/June 2015 88th Edition
Spa & Fitness Center Pool
Inside This Issue:
UPCOMING ACTIVTIES & EVENTS 4TH OF JULY SIGNATURE CELEBRATION EASTER PHOTOS
BERKELEY HALL
EXPERIENCE FROM THE CLUBHOUSE
Dear Members, Spring is in full bloom at Berkeley Hall, and I invite you to visit
and experience all the outdoor activities the Club has to offer. From playing golf, walking the nature trails, to fishing or kayaking at the River Park; there are a number of activities to fill your summer days. Once your day is done, you can visit the Fitness Center and relax at the pool or schedule a Spa appointment. We have some exciting Member Activities scheduled for the upcoming months. Pub Nights are scheduled for Sunday, May 17 and June 28. A casual pub fare will be offered along with drink specials and local craft brews. Grab a group of friends and enjoy half price starters! Celebrate your Mother this year and treat her to a special Mother’s Day Spa Treatment or bring her to the Club for a fabulous meal at our Mother’s Day Brunch on Sunday, May 10. 2015 Summer Kid’s Camp begins in June and continues through August. Please look inside for specific activity details. We’ve planned a full week of activities for the entire family at the 7th Annual Signature 4th of July Celebration. In addition to a stunning fireworks display on Saturday, July 4th, we have redesigned each event with new fun-filled twists from entertainment to culinary creations sure to delight the whole family. Be sure to check out the events calendar for a complete listing of events scheduled over the next several months. Congratulations to all of our tournament winners in the Couples Member~Guest, St. Patrick’s Day Open, and the Member~Member. I hope everyone enjoyed these events. Mark your calendars for this year’s Charity Cup golf tournament scheduled for May 25. The Charity Cup raises money to support many of our local Lowcountry charities. The 16th Annual Players Amateur will be held at Berkeley Hall from July 6-12, and there are plenty of opportunities for you to volunteer and be part of this great event.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Community Corner
pp. 3-5
Easter Photos
p. 6-8
Member Activities
pp. 9-11
July 4th Signature Celebration Spa & Fitness
pp. 12-14 p. 15
Golf Corner
pp. 16-18
Players Am
p. 19
Learning Center
pp. 20-21
Golf & Community Maintenance RiverPark
p. 22 pp. 23
Phone List & Hours of Operation
p. 24
Welcome! NEW MEMBERS
John Araneo Jersey City, NJ
Thomas & Maryclare Morgan Miami, FL
Evan Beck Virginia Beach, VA
Kevin & Patricia Murphy Malverne, NY
William Beitz Brighton, MI
John & Cheryl Riddel Riverwood, Il
Thomas & Rebecca Frazier Jonesborough, TN
Peter & Jeannie Snyder Quebec, Canada
Kevin & Myriam MacKey Woodland Park, NJ
Jerry & Mary Suess Linville, NC
Art & Mary Thomas Toronto, Canada
If you have any questions please feel free to contact me directly at 843.815.8488 or amorris@berkeleyhallclub.com.
Beach Club Membership at the Westin Resort Hotel
The staff and I hope you enjoy your Spring at Berkeley Hall and look forward to seeing you around the property.
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:
Kindest Regards,
General Manager & Chief Operating Officer
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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
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*
Summer & Winter
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*
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 stay in a 4-Bedroom Golf Cottage is required. .
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Red Cedar Elementary Captures Top State Honors
Congratulations to Dr. Kathleen Corley, Principal of Red Cedar and Member of Berkeley Hall for winning South Carolina’s finest educational award in 2015. The SC Association of School Administrators, the professional organization for school leaders in South Carolina, presents awards each year to schools that provide the best in innovation and effective educational programs. Red Cedar was one of 11 schools in South Carolina chosen as a finalist for the 2015 award. The application process includes such criteria as student achievement, instructional programs, professional learning communities and school culture. Students and teachers had gathered in the school’s auditorium to watch the live ETV broadcast announcing the winners of Palmetto’s Finest Award. Once the announcement was made, the room was filled with clapping, shouting, dancing and confetti. Dr. Corley stated that “I’m very excited. I think more for the students than for me. Our motto is ‘Whatever it takes’, and it’s not just a phrase, it’s a way of being.”
5th Annual Wounded Warriors Golf Classic
Monday, May 18; Hampton Hall Golf Club In support of our military heroes for their service to our country The Lowcountry Foundation for Wounded Military Heroes LFWMH works closely with the PGA’s Birdies for the Brave to raise funds for severely wounded servicemen and women returning home from the war zones. Birdies for the Brave is a national military outreach organization, founded by Phil Mickelson and his wife Lisa, and strongly supported by the PGA TOUR. Their goal is to provide the necessary assistance to wounded veterans that is needed for them to make a smooth transition back to their families and community Ed Giannelli, Board Member at Large for the LFWMH, has stated, “The organization was formed so that the entire community can show their appreciation to the wounded combat veterans for the sacrifices they have made to allow us to live in the style we currently enjoy.” This year’s LFWMH will be held on Monday, May 18 at the Hampton Hall Club, and they are once again reaching out to the Members of Berkeley Hall for their support. Members are also invited to attend the Festival for Heroes on Sunday, May 17 at the Hampton Hall Clubhouse from 12-4:30pm as a token of their appreciation for past support of the Lowcountry Foundation for Wounded Heroes. There will be live music, food and fun for all ages as well as a silent and live auction. Visit www.BerkeleyHallClub.com/ww.pdf for complete details. For more information, contact Ed Giannelli, at eegalg@hargray.com or call 843.706.3402.
ARB Update by Wendy Wagner, ARB Administrator The community continues to witness an accelerated pace of new construction midway through the year. There are eight different builders involved with the construction of thirteen homes with another eight plans having been submitted to the ARB for final approval. Since the beginning of the year, two homes have been completed bringing the total number of completed homes to 291 which is a build out of 52.5%. If you have questions or concerns or would like to bring a matter to the attention of the ARB office, please do not hesitate to call or email the office with your concern at 843.815.8443 or wwagner@BerkeleyHallClub.com.
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Berkeley Hall Club is 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! Check it out from your smartphone by accessing: http://members.berkeleyhallclub.com. 1) Login to the Club’s website from your mobile browser, enter your User-ID and Password. To store your login information, check the “Remember Me” box. 2) Following login, go to the bottom of the screen and press “Add Bookmark” or “Add to Home Screen.” 3) The last step is to press the add button {+} located at the top of the screen to permanently save the icon to your home screen. The Berkeley Hall logo shield should then appear on your smartphone as an app.
Member MV Decals The Security Department is in the process of replacing our member MV decals with new ones being issued for 2015. Members are requested to drive their vehicles to the Front Gate entrance where the security guard will replace your existing decal with new ones that are being issued. If you have any questions, please call Ray Fleetwood, Director of Security, at 843.815.8451.
Barber Services Available in the Clubhouse
Ken Browning will be in the Men’s Locker Room every Friday and Saturday from 9am-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 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.
Need a Document Notarized?
Keith Bradley, Director of Cottage Services, (843.815.8422) and Myla Mitchell, Assistant Controller, (843.815.8414) are both commissioned by the State of SC to perform this function. They offer their services to our Members free of charge.
THE BERKELEY HALL
CHARITY FUND
COMMUNITY | LEADERSHIP | CARING
Berkeley Hall Charitable Foundation: Your Donations at Work Article Written by Patricia Jackson Valentino
This is the second in a series of articles about how projects funded by the 2014 grants from the Berkeley Hall Charitable Foundation (BHCF) are working to help Bluffton’s most vulnerable citizens. Through your very kind generosity, in 2014 the BHCF was able to fund projects for 14 local agencies. Last month we highlighted the work being done by Neighborhood Outreach Connection (NOC), Heroes on Horseback, Backpack Buddies (BPB), Meals on Wheels, and Deep Well. This month we will share information about five other 2014 grant recipients: Lowcountry Legal Volunteers (LLV), Memory Matters, Hospice Care of the Lowcountry (HCL), The Literacy Center (TLC), and Bluffton Jasper Volunteers in Medicine (BJVIM). According to Melissa Arnold, the Executive Director at Lowcountry Legal Volunteers, the grant LLV received from BHCF allows them to provide free legal services to those who qualify, such as a Bluffton resident who needed custody of her granddaughter (who arrived from Georgia) in order to enroll her in Bluffton High School. This required a court order awarding the grandmother temporary emergency custody. With the help of our grant, LLV accomplished that and continues to assist this family by working to secure final and full custody for the grandmother. Edwina Hoyle, Executive Director of Memory Matters, shared an example of how our grant is helping Bluffton residents in need. Karen, a Bluffton resident, had to take responsibility for her mother, Dottie, who’s advancing Alzheimer’s disease made it unsafe for her to live alone in Florida. Karen had no idea of the challenges she would face caring for her mom. Karen was struggling financially and had her hands full as a single, working mother. Then Karen found Memory Matters, and because of the scholarship program funded by BHCF, Dottie is able to attend the social day program and there is no financial burden on Karen. “This is only one story, there are many more,” said Ms. Hoyle. She added, “These funds provide a lifeline to both the Alzheimer’s victim and the entire family.” “Through funding from BHCF, we continue our ‘We Honor Veterans’ program,” said Lindsay Daly, Community relations coordinator for Hospice Care of the Lowcountry (HCL). When a veteran becomes a patient, HCL helps to make that time into
a safe, calm, peaceful and loving end of life. For our veteran patients this includes honoring and thanking them for their service. In January, HCL celebrated Miss Limpie, a 91 year old, WWII Marine Veteran. Her son said it was a “very special night, most memorable, and emotional.” Berkeley Hall member, Jack Williams, is an avid supporter of Hospice and its principles. Jack is on the board of HCL. Jack said that as an oncologist he served many dying patients, and saw how important it is for patients to receive compassionate care at the end of life and have the option for death with dignity. The Literacy Center (TLC) provides two basic programs: English Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) and Basic Literacy (BL). The BL program continues an adult’s education from grade school equivalency through the preparation to take the GED. Mike Powers, the Acting Executive Director said, “Approximately 25% of our student body is in the BL Program. The grant from the Berkeley Hall Charitable Foundation has helped to dramatically improve our BL program. Your support has allowed TLC to create more engaging, valued classes that have dramatically improved participation and lowered drop-out rates.” In collaboration with local specialists and through the generosity of the BHCF, Bluffton Jasper County Volunteers in Medicine (BJVIM) is able to provide specialty care to community members in the greatest need. Pam Toney, Executive Director said, “BJVIM has forged successful reduced cost service agreements with many local providers. These agreements include services in Vision, Urology, Dermatology and Imaging. In the first 50 days of 2015, supported by the Berkeley Hall grant, BJVIM has referred 40 critical needs patients for specialty services which have included MRI brain imaging, lumbar and spine screenings, and abdominal and pelvic scans.” In the next edition of The Experience we will look at the work being done by Bluffton Self Help, the Boys & Girls Club, Child Abuse Prevention Association (CAPA), and the NavyMarine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS). Questions about our Foundation or any of these supported charities can be directed to Bill Reddersen or Pat (Jackson) Valentino.
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Member Activities
NEW!
The Pub Nights
NEW!
Sunday, May 17 & Sunday, June 28
5-8pm; Tap Room, Mixed Grille & Verandah Finish the weekend with Casual Pub Fare a la carte, including Fish & Chips, Wings, Ultimate Nachos, and Build Your Own Burger. Enjoy Drink Specials with Buckets of Beer and Local Craft Brews. Reserve online or call the Concierge at 843.815.8494 to make your reservation.
Kentucky Derby Party
Saturday, May 2 at 5:30pm; Men’s Locker Room
$39++ per person, *Member Charge Bar (**Menu and Classic Mint Juleps included in Couples Member-Member Tournament Fee**)
Pick your horse and enjoy Classic Derby food and drink. Show off your festive hats! EVENT MENU Derby Day Brie Display with Assorted Jams and Flatbread Crackers Blue Crab Deviled Eggs Pickled Shrimp Hydro Bibb Salad with Shaved Fennel, Sweet Peppers, Grilled French Bread, and Creamy Lemon Vinaigrette Corn Pudding Hot Browns with Pimento Cheese Mornay Ginger Ale Brown Sugar Smoked Ham Biscuits with Figgy Port Chutney and Blue Cheese Butter Mojito Barbecued Baby Back Ribs Mint Julep Truffles Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie with Vanilla Ice Cream
Concierge Services As golf, recreation and clubhouse facilities at Berkeley Hall set a standard for excellence, so does our commitment to serve our Membership. Whether it involves booking a dinner reservation in our Tuscany Room, scheduling a scenic tour of Savannah or Charleston, enjoying a massage at the Spa or arranging exclusive beach club access, our goal is to help you make the most of your Club experiences. The Club Concierge is also a wonderful source of information regarding community activities, available sight-seeing tours, boating excursions or other activities of your choosing. Located in the Clubhouse, concierge services can also assist you with travel reservations for hotels, airlines, and car rentals. For assistance, call 843.815.8494 or email concierge@berkeleyhallclub.com.
Book Club
Monday, May 4 at 3pm, Ladies’ Locker Room Leaving Time by Jodi Picoult Jodi Picoult’s Leaving Time weaves elephant behavior into a search for a missing mother. The connection isn’t as odd as it might sound at first, and Picoult has written another pageturning novel, even as it focuses on motherhood, loss, and grief. Teenager Jenna Metcalf was just three years old when her mother disappeared from an elephant sanctuary. Ten years later, she takes up the search for her mother, Alice, by studying Alice’s decade-old journals on grieving elephants. The research itself is fascinating, the hints about Alice’s disappearance are compelling; but Jenna cannot find her mother on her own. By enlisting the help of a formerly famous—now infamous— psychic, as well as a down-and-out private detective whose career went south during the botched investigation of Alice’s disappearance, Jenna forms a sort of new family to help her in her quest. As the facts begin to come together—described in alternating chapters by Jenna, the psychic, the private detective, and Alice’s journals—it all heads toward a thrilling conclusion. And, yes, there is a big twist at the end. ~ Review: Amazon.com Monday, June 1 at 3pm, Ladies’ Locker Room Seabiscuit: An American Legend by Laura Hillenbrand Seabiscuit was one of the most electrifying and popular attractions in sports history and the single biggest newsmaker in the world in 1938, receiving more coverage than FDR, Hitler, or Mussolini. But his success was a surprise to the racing establishment, which had written off the crooked-legged racehorse with the sad tail. Three men changed Seabiscuit’s fortunes: Charles Howard was a onetime bicycle repairman who introduced the automobile to the western United States and became an overnight millionaire. When he needed a trainer for his new racehorses, he hired Tom Smith, a mysterious mustang breaker from the Colorado plains. Smith urged Howard to buy Seabiscuit for a bargain-basement price, then hired as his jockey Red Pollard, a failed boxer who was blind in one eye, half-crippled, and prone to quoting passages from Ralph Waldo Emerson. Over four years, these unlikely partners survived a phenomenal run of bad fortune, conspiracy, and severe injury to transform Seabiscuit from a neurotic, pathologically indolent also-ran into an American sports icon. ~ Review: Goodreads.com For further information concerning the Ladies Book Club, please contact Wendy Hansen at hansenwendyj@gmail.com.
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Member Activities
SPRINGFEST
& FOOD+WINE BEER UNDER THE TENT SATURDAY, MAY 9TH 5:30-8:30PM Register by May 1 for the special price of $50++! {$65++/adult beginning May 2}
Mother’s Day brunch
Sunday, May 10; Reservations from 11-2pm $39++ adults, $16++ children (ages 4-11) Let’s celebrate that special woman in your life with a fabulous meal and quality time together. Brunch includes complimentary Mimosas and Prosecco to toast to mom! Treat your mom to a special Mother’s Day weekend event! Uncork the fun under the Grand Tent with multiple Wine Tasting Stations pouring international and domestic labels, and delight your tastebuds with an array of complementing Heavy Hors d’Oeuvres from your culinary team. Live Acoustic Guitar by local Sean Driscoll. We’ve also added Craft Beer tables. Find a new favorite summer brew! MENU UNDER THE TENT Authentic Short Rib Tacos with Cipollini Onions, Roasted Serrano Pepper, Port Sour Cream and Fried Pork Rinds Chilean Sea Bass Tasting Bar presented with Fresh Herb Parmesan Polenta and an array of Chutneys and Sauces Fire Seared Sea Scallops with Columbia Coffee Soil, Sweet Potato Pave & Butternut Squash Emulsion Char Grilled Lamb T-Bones with Shaved Garlic White Bean Jus Crispy Shitake Mushrooms and Charred Tomatoes Fried St Andre with Spiced Walnuts, Smoked Pancetta and Blueberry Gastrique Chocolate & Truffle Study
BRUNCH MENU “Strawberry Bar” | Strawberry Tarts, Strawberry Skewers with Chocolate Fondue, Strawberry Martinis and Shortcake Muffins Apple Smoked Bacon & Sausage Links Summer Tomato & Cheddar Hash Browns Cinnamon Swirl French Toast with Warm Maple Syrup Down South Eggs Benedicts with Virginia Ham & Dijon Hollandaise Spinach, Mushroom & Baby Swiss Frittata Garden Salad Bouquets with Peach Ginger Vinaigrette and Peppercorn Parmesan Ranch Dressing Fresh Bread Display & Whipped Butter Sizzling Spring Onion Potatoes & Vegetables Carved Beef Wellington with Bone Marrow Bordelaise Fresh Berry Panna Cotta Mocha Chocolate Crunch Torte Peach Crisp with Toasted Almond Streusel & Vanilla Ice Cream Please confirm your reservations online at berkeleyhallclub.com or call the Concierge at 843.815.8494.
Berkeley Hall Wine Program A toast to one of your Member benefits! Order Single Bottles or Full Cases of Wine Directly Through the Club and pay only 15% over cost. Please send your requests and orders to Chris Smith at csmith@berkeleyhallclub.com.
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Member Activities The Berkeley Gardens
“Summer Fun” at Berkeley Hall 4-Day Camps June 23-26 | July 14-17 | July 21-24 Tuesday-Friday; 9:30am-3pm Ages 6-11*; $225+tax per child Each weeklong camp includes tennis and golf lessons, lawn games, basketball, swimming, kids’ cooking, summertime crafts and more!
Fourth of July 1-Day Camps Tuesday, June 30 & Wednesday, July 1 9:30am-3pm Ages 5-11*; $59+tax per child Come early for tennis and golf lessons, team games, swimming, summer crafts and more! **All camp participants must be proficient swimmers** Minimum 6, Maximum of 16 children per session We encourage everyone to sign-up early! Please bring the following items to camp: Bag with Sunscreen, Bathing Suit, Cover-Up and Water Shoes or Flip Flops. Children may bring their own Tennis Racquets and/or Golf Clubs (or Club will provide).
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 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, Hand & Foot and Canasta
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
T-Shirt Design Contest! Calling all creative minds! Help us design the logo for the 2015 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. Inspiration: Liberty Bell or Fourth of July patriotic theme Contest Close Date: Entries must be received by June 1 Questions? Contact Ashleigh at awhitmore@berkeleyhallclub.com or 843.815.8493.
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
NEW
Ladies’ Bible Study
NEW
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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 {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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July 4th Signature Celebration
Our 7th Annual Signature 4th of July Celebration plans to be another full week of activities for the entire family. All reservations can be secured online at www.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! For Tennis & Golf Reservations, please call directly 843.815.8985 (Tennis) and 843-815-8444 (Golf).
Event Schedule SUNDAY, JUNE 28 10am-4pm Sunday Brunch Buffet 5-6:30pm Happy Hour, Tap Room 5-8pm Pub Night, Tap Room & Mixed Grille
A la Carte casual dining with Build Your Own Burger, Ultimate Nachos, and more Pub Favorites, plus new Local and Craft Beer Selections
MONDAY, JUNE 29 9-11am Guided Kayak Trip of the scenic Okatie River, $30/per person {includes cooler of waters} 11am-3pm Lunch Service in the Tap Room and Spa Center Bistro TUESDAY, JUNE 30 9:30am-3pm Kids All-American Day Camp Nothing but fun and games for this summer favorite! Includes camp favor, snacks, lunch, beverages, crafts and instruction. $59 per child, per day 10-11am Complimentary Adult Golf Clinic, Learning Center 10am, 2pm, 4pm Guided Pontoon Boat Cruises of the Okatie River {includes cooler of sodas and waters}
$35/adult, $20/child {11 and under} {Minimum of 6 passengers required}
11am-3pm Lunch Service in the Tap Room and Spa Center Bistro 5-8pm Dinner Service in the Tap Room, a la carte
WEDNESDAY, JULY 1 9:30am-3pm Kids All-American Day Camp Nothing but fun and games for this summer favorite! Includes camp favor, snacks, lunch, beverages, crafts and instruction. $59 per child, per day 10am, 2pm Guided Pontoon Boat Cruises of the Okatie River {includes cooler of sodas and waters}
$35/adult, $20/child 12 and under {Minimum of 6 passengers required}
11am-3pm Lunch Service in the Tap Room and Spa Center Bistro 4pm Stars & Stripes 9-Hole Twilight Golf Entry fee: $5 towards prizes per player 5:30pm- 8pm
Welcome Luau at the Pool
Families of all ages invited for Island-inspired fare, poolside DJ music and games.
Prize for best dressed family! Price: $35++ per adult, $20++ per child (11 and under)
THURSDAY, JULY 2 10am Complimentary Family Three Hole Golf Challenge Meet at the Learning Center, 15 Min Tee Times | ages 5 and up 10am, 2pm, 4pm Guided Pontoon Boat Cruises of the Okatie River {includes cooler of sodas and waters} $35/adult, $20/child {11 and under} {Minimum of 6 passengers required}
Berkeley Hall Mega Pool Party & All-American Cookout
Giant Water Slide, All-Day Patriotic Crafts, DJ, Trivia, Wacky Water Challenges Price: $35++ Adults, $25++ Children {11 and under}
11am-3pm
Lunch Service in the Mixed Grille
5:30-9:30pm
Ultimate Splash Night at the Pool For kids only! Splash and Play games with kid-favorite food and poolside movie on the big screen. Ages 6-15 *children must be proficient swimmers and perform a swim test* Toddler Zone (inside Fitness Center) Ages 12 months to 5 years Price: $24++ per child | $15++ per toddler
5:30-9:30pm
Berkeley Hall Beach Club Party
We’re bringing the beach to the Club! Enjoy themed cocktails at the Tiki Bar, our Margaritaville Buffet and dance the summer night away with DJ Music, and Limbo and Hula Hoop contests. Adults only (ages 16+) | Member Charge Bar Price: $35++ per adult
11am-2pm
*Pool Only Open for Guests of the Grand Pool Party due to Pool Occupancy
FRIDAY, JULY 3 8:30-9:15am
Tennis: Kid’s Fun Clinic, ages 5-13 $10 per child
9:30-11am
Tennis: Adult Round Robin Play $10 per adult
10-11am
Complimentary Adults Golf Clinic, Learning Center
Berkeley Hall Mega Pool Party & All-American Cookout
Giant Water Slide, All-Day Patriotic Crafts, DJ, Trivia, Wacky Water Challenges Price: $35++ Adults, $25++ Children {11 and under}
11am-3pm 10am, 2pm
Lunch Service in the Mixed Grille Guided Pontoon Boat Cruises of the Okatie River {includes cooler of sodas and waters} $35/adult, $20/child {11 and under} {Minimum of 6 passengers required}
1-4pm
Mother-Daughter Spa Day $145 per adult, $135 per child {minimum age 12}
4-6pm
Guided Kayak Trip of the scenic Okatie River, $30/per person {includes cooler of waters}
11am-2pm
*Pool Only Open for Guests of the Grand Pool Party due to Pool Occupancy
6-8pm
Pasta & Prime Rib Night
If you’ve not tried this Sunday night favorite, come and see what you’re missing! Price: $23.95++ per person {$19.95++ for Pasta only} | $8.95++ per child {11 and under}
SATURDAY, JULY 4 7am Registration opens for Liberty Bell 5K & Fun Run 8am Liberty Bell Adults 5K Fun Run, Walk, or Bike 9am Liberty Bell Children’s Fun Run, Walk Following Awards Presentation & Continental Breakfast at the Clubhouse Includes T-shirt, Fresh Fruit, Home Baked Pastries, and Iced Coffee post-race Price: $30 per adult, $20 (ages 11 and under) 10am Inaugural Cart Parade Departing from the main Clubhouse entry to the Fitness Center & Pool Prizes for the Most Patriotic, Most Creative and more! 10am, 2pm Guided Pontoon Boat Cruises of the Okatie River {includes cooler of sodas and waters}
$35/adult, $20/child {11 and under} {Minimum of 6 passengers required}
11am-2pm
Grilling Favorites at the Pool A la Carte Lunch items hot off the Grill available pool-side Patriotic Arts & Crafts and Favors for the Kids
All Day
Flag Day Golf Tournament
6:30-9:30pm
8:00 am to 2:00 pm Tee Times Entry fee: $10 towards prizes per player
Annual Berkeley Hall Patriotic Celebration Carnival Food Stations & Fireworks Showcase **Divided Air Conditioned Clubhouse Entry based on the Member’s Last Name** Please request Seating for either the Indoors or Outdoors. (2) Awesome Photo Booths with Wild & Crazy Costumes (4) Full Service Bar Zones {Member Charge Bar with Tickets} For the Kids: Dinner Buffet, Face Painting, Bounce House, Giant Slide, and Theme Games DJ & Lighting, Celebrates July 4th at Berkeley Hall {JLK Events} A Celebration with Music Throughout the Decades, Dancing, Show Tunes, Patriotic Songs Price: $52.50++ adults, $37.50++ children {ages 4-11}
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Seventh Annual Liberty Bell 5K We are very excited to be hosting the 7th Annual Liberty Bell 5K road race on Saturday, July 4. It has been a huge success the past 6 years with over 120 runners, walkers, and bikers participating in the event. We encourage everyone to register regardless of your age or physical condition. For adults, the 5K **Design The 5K T-Shirt Contest** {pg. 11} route will start and finish in front of the Clubhouse, and children under 12 will race on a much shorter route in front of the Clubhouse. The 5K race is scheduled to start at 8am on Saturday, July 4th followed by the Kid’s Race at 9am. Play Hard Sports will also join the team to provide their state-ofthe-art chip timing system for this year’s event. Your bib number and T-shirts will be distributed at the Spa and Fitness Center on Thursday, July 3 from 12pm-7pm and at 7:15am on the day of the event. Following the race, there will be an awards presentation and continental breakfast provided to all the participants. Please call the Spa and Fitness Center at 843.815.8985 to register. We look forward to seeing you there! The cost is $20/adult and $16/child. s
Spa & Fintess Pool
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
THURSDAY No Classes Scheduled
On the Courts with Mike O’Regan, PTP Certified Tennis Professional FOCUS ON DEPTH Drop shots, sharp angles, down the line shots - they are all great shots when they work. Unfortunately they can also be low percentage shots. Focus on deep, consistent shots when you play. The deeper your shots become, the better your overall game will be. Deep shots can push your opponents off balance and prevent them from moving in. Keep working on the other shots, but own the deep shot. See you on the courts!
Mike O’Regan, Appointed Resident Instructor Mike O’Regan, PTP Certified Tennis Professional, has recently joined Berkeley Hall as their resident tennis instructor. Mike is originally from Ridgewood, New Jersey and graduated from the College of Wooster (Ohio) in 1994. While in college he played on their nationally ranked NCAA tennis team. He has resided in Bluffton for the past 15 years with his wife Libby and their children Molly (5) and Connor (2). Mike is the co-owner of the Tennis Club of the Lowcountry, which is located in Rose Hill. He has over 20 years of teaching experience, and in addition to working with our members, he will also be conducting clinics at Belfair and Colleton River. At Berkeley Hall he conducts a Friday morning stroke, drill and play clinic from 9-10:30am for both men and women of all levels. He also offers private and group lessons, so please contact him at mfo4444@gmail.com if you’d like to make an appointment. He also plans to offer junior camps during the summer.
FRIDAY Tennis Clinic @ 9am (Mike) $18/Member; Guests $20
Cardio Sculpt @ 9:30am (Erin) Complimentary for Members; Guests $10
SATURDAY Zumba @ 9am (Zanne) $8/Member {unless pre-paid package}; Guests $10
Mother’s Day Special MAY 8-10
Enjoy $15 off with any facial/massage combo during Mother’s Day weekend. Available May 8-10. Also, don’t forget to ask about our group spa days.
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The Golf Corner Will Hutter, Director of Golf
NEWS & NOTES Thank you to all Members and Guests who have participated in Berkeley Hall’s Spring Tournaments. We hope you have enjoyed some unique and different aspects of the events to add to the experience. Congratulations to all our winners as recognized in this edition of the experience. We look forward to our upcoming events the remainder of the Spring, including the Charity Cup on May 25 followed by the Club Championship on May 29 & 30.
Reciprocal Program The popular Summer Reciprocal program returns again this year. This program was established to give members and guests a chance to experience different clubs throughout the Low Country during the summer months. The Reciprocal Program starts May 26 and will run through mid-September at most clubs. At the time of this publication a number of clubs, rates and availability had not been confirmed. Please contact the Golf Shop with any questions as we will be happy to help you book your times this summer. Thank you again for all of your continued support of the golf programs.
USGA Qualifying Events at Berkeley Hall We are proud to be selected to host two USGA qualifying events this year at Berkeley Hall. On June 1 we will host the Senior Open Qualifying, and on June 28 & 29 we will host the Junior Amateur Qualifying.
Pace of Play Continuing our series on improving our pace of play to reach our goal of “under 4.”
TIP #3 – Keep up with the group in front of you, NOT immediately in front of the group behind you. Arrive at your next shot just BEFORE the group in front leaves the area in front of you. Stay focused on place from the start of the round and keep up with the group in front.
2015 Upcoming Tournaments Couples Member ~ Member Berkeley Hall Charity Cup Club Championship Twilight Golf Fourth of July Events Players Amateur
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May 1-2 May 25 May 29-30 June 7 July 1-4 July 6-12
Handicaps are all about statistics you can understand (Part #1)
First Article in a Three Part Series on Understanding Handicaps What are the odds of a playing competitor playing ten shots better than their handicap on any given day? What about the odds of you simply playing to your handicap? I’ll answer those questions in the next write-up after I’ve introduced a couple of key concepts about golf handicapping. To understand the reasons why golf handicaps work the way they do, you should understand that there is a whole bunch of math that led to the USGA slope, rating, and handicap systems. Let’s see how that math applies to the recent change in hole-by-hole handicaps for our courses. As you know, some of the hole handicap numbers changed and, while members may understand that we followed a review and amendment process according to USGA guidelines, some people scratch their heads about some of the changes. Again, it’s all math, but it is really easy to understand how that gets converted into reality. Most people that wonder about hole handicap numbers say something like “this hole is so much harder than this other hole.” The issue here is that the hole handicaps have nothing to do with how difficult a hole is to score on. The hole handicaps are there solely to help higher handicap players get the benefit of their strokes on the best holes when playing lower handicap players. More specifically, let’s say you knew for a fact that you consistently scored a bogey or worse on one of our holes, for instance the 6th hole on the South, and after tracking your scores you found that you averaged a score of 6.198 on that hole. Let’s say you’re playing against somebody that is going to give you one stroke in a match, and it turns out that person has also collected all of his scores. There is only one stroke in the match so you’re clearly going to score most holes very closely. You learn that your playing opponent scores an average of 5.300 on #6 South, giving him an advantage of almost a full stroke (0.898) over you on this specific hole. If you knew all of that, you’d actually want to get your shot on that hole since you’ll almost always lose it but be even on all the others – right? Well, we actually do know all of that information since that is precisely the process undertaken in re-rating the hole-by-hole handicaps. We took the average scores of lower handicap players over hundreds of rounds and did the same with higher handicap players. The end result was a set of all the performance numbers for each of the holes for each of the groups of players. Then, we ranked where the difference in the numbers is greatest and that is what provides the higher handicap player with the greatest advantage when playing the lower handicap players. The USGA suggests not ranking the 9th or 18th hole as the #1 or #2 handicap hole since 9-hole matches may be over before the higher handicap player gets a chance to use their stroke. We worked with that recommendation and others to get the optimum hole rankings. So, the next time you’re considering the strokes given by hole, think not about how difficult the hole is and think instead about how higher handicap players could most benefit from getting a stroke on very specific holes. By the way, the odds of shooting 10 shots better than your handicap also depend on how high your handicap is, but let’s leave that math to the next article. For most of us, doing that should happen much less often than you might believe.
Tournament Results COUPLES MEMBER~GUEST
OVERALL CHAMPIONS Keith & Debbie Patten ~ Mike & Debbie Rouzee (133) LOW GROSS
2015 Couples Member~Guest Overall Champions Keith & Debbie Patten~ Mike & Debbie Rouzee
Chip & Helene Millard ~ Gary Cleek & Leslie Ann Jones (162) 2ND NET
The Fazio Room
2015 Member ~ Member Overall Women’s Champion Lori Delaney & Carol Dulude
Hal & Sue Todd ~ Phil & Donna Sebes (138)
ST. PATRICK’S DAY OPEN 1ST PLACE NET - MEN (TIE)
Andy Sivak, Chuck Bassos, Dieter Meuderscheid (35) 1ST PLACE GROSS - MEN
Alan Kraus (40)
1ST PLACE NET - LADIES 2015 Couples Member~Guest Low Net Winners Chip & Helene Millard ~ Leslie Ann Jones & Gary Cleek
Beth Delnostro (37)
2ND PLACE NET - LADIES
2015 Member ~ Member Women’s Low Net Winners Zoe Bassos & Susie Sutton
Rita Meuderscheid (38)
BEST IRISH OUTFIT - MEN
Michael Kraus
BEST IRISH OUTFIT - LADIES
Ellen Schraeder
MEMBER-MEMBER WOMEN’S DIVISION OVERALL CHAMPION
Lori Delaney & Carol Dulude (135) 2015 Couples Member~Guest 2nd Net Winners Phil & Donna Sebes ~ Sue & Hal Todd
LOW NET
Zoe Bassos & Susie Sutton (137)
2015 Member ~ Member Overall Men’s Champions Rick Frame & Dondi Wall
LOW GROSS
Jackie McIvor & Donna Stamey (160) 2ND NET
Ellen Schraeder & Haila Wilson (151) MEN’S DIVISION OVERALL CHAMPION
Rick Frame & Dondi Wall (128)
St. Patrick’s Day Open Participants
*BOBBY JONES FLIGHT* LOW NET Wayne Hoffman & David Shinton (128)
2015 Member ~ Member Men’s Bobby Jones Flight Winners Wayne Hoffman & David Shinton
LOW GROSS
Ian Harrison & Hal Sutton (143) 2ND NET
Don Crichton & Willie Wang (135) *JACK NICKLAUS FLIGHT* LOW NET Jeff Hoffman & Jim McCarl (131) Couples Member-Guest Reception Steve & Lori Delaney with guests The Wetzs
LOW GROSS
Tom Ritter & Gene Schraeder (155)
2015 Member ~ Member Men’s Jack Nicklaus Flight Winners Jim McCarl & Jeff Hoffman
2ND NET
Chuck Atkins & Michael Boyne (131) *ARNOLD PALMER FLIGHT* LOW NET Steve Arpaia & Gary Lynch (130) LOW GROSS
Brian Barney & Leonard Triedman (168) HOLE-IN-ONE NEWS Steve Southern #8 North on March 26 , 2015 8th Lifetime Ace!!
2ND NET
Geoff Fitzgerald & Bill Olsen (138)
2015 Member ~ Member Men’s Arnold Palmer Flight Winners Steve Arpaia & Gary Lynch
Richy Werenski Wins the Golf Channel’s “Big Break!” Berkeley Hall Member and Players Amateur Alumnus Wins Prize Money & PGA Exemption The big secret is out...Richy Werenski, Berkeley Hall Member and Web.Com Tour Professional can finally tell the world that the is the Champion of Golf Channel’s “Big Break ~ The Palm Beaches Florida.’’ The South Hadley, Massachusetts native let his play do the talking while the series aired throughout the winter, but Monday night the world found out. Richy competed in the season finale against Justin Martinson at PGA National Resort & Spa in Palm Beach Gardens, Fla. He was a 2-and-1 winner in the 18-hole match. Richy earned an exemption to the PGA Tour’s Barbasol Championship in mid-July and $60,000 in cash. The package also includes an endorsement contract with Adams Golf, $10,000 in Avis Car rental credit and $10,000 in travel credit with Travelocity. Martinson and Werenski were the surviving members from the original, 12-member cast that filmed the series over a 17-day stretch in September. Competitors were sworn to secrecy, regarding the show’s outcome, as the episodes aired on a weekly basis. Richy said there was very little free time during the taping, which took place between two of his qualifying stages of the Web.com Tour. He later qualified for the 2015 season in December. “There was no down time, we filmed all day,’’ Werenski said. “We were up at 4:30 or 5, on the course until 3 or 4 then had interviews until 8. You’re just dead tired by 8 every night. There was a lot going on and it went for 2 ½ weeks.’’ The former Georgia Tech academic All-American, who competed in the Players Amateur in 2013 & 2014, said the constant presence of audio/visual will only help him down the road. “You get used to the cameras, you’re mic’ed up constantly,’’ he said. “That is what it’s like on the PGA Tour. It was a different type of the mental (game) and I feel pretty good about how I handled that.’’ Werenski said he had some opportunity to watch episodes as they aired to the public, but the series aired during the Web.com Tour’s swing through Central and South America. “With traveling, it could be tough to watch them,’’ he said. “The golf part looked like it did as it happened. “ Once again, we congratulate Richy on this outstanding achievement.
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Bluffton Golfer Catches His “Big Break” by David Gignilliant {Hilton Head Monthy Magazine Reprint from April 2015 Issue} It’s been quite the year for professional golfer Richy Werenski. Just last spring, he was still in school, finishing up a decorated collegiate career at Georgia Tech with his strongest finish in the NCAA Championship. After graduating in June, he turned pro and promptly won three professional tournaments. He then made the Lowcountry his permanent home and is currently featured as a contestant on a popular televised golfing reality competition while pursuing his dreams on the PGA’s developmental Web.Com circuit. The hope, possibly soon, is to launch himself into the sport’s highest ranks, the PGA Tour. “It’s been exciting. I really couldn’t ask to be doing anything else. I love it,” Werenski said. “Whether it’s going to actually work out or not, you never know, but you’ve got to give it a shot. And I’m fortunate enough to be able to do that right now.” Werenski won three times last year on the Carolinas Tour, and nearly won a fourth, just missing another victory in a playoff. This year, Werenski is competing on the Web.Com Tour, which promotes its top 25 year-end money winners to the PGA Tour. “Last year, I got my first professional wins, and that was huge confidence boost,” he said. “I’m still feeding off of that [momentum]. I feel like I’m definitely good enough to be out here out on Web.Com, and hopefully eventually the PGA.” Werenski originally moved from South Hadley, Massachusetts, to Hilton Head as a sophomore in high school, training yearround at the prestigious International Junior Golf Academy. “That’s when I first got acquainted with the area and really fell in love with it,” said Werenski, whose parents both competed as golfers in college. After turning pro, Werenski made Bluffton’s private golf community Berkeley Hall — and its two award-winning Tom Fazio courses — his home base. “I decided this is where I want to be. I had a choice to make. I could pretty much go wherever I wanted, but I didn’t think I could find a better place than Berkeley Hall,” said Werenski, a Berkeley member through the club’s aspiring professional option, “The practice area they have is absolutely phenomenal. Everything is right here. It just seemed like it fell together perfectly for me.” Werenski, 23, is currently the youngest contestant on The Golf Channel’s “The Big Break The Palm Beaches FL” a unique golfing competition and reality show in its 23rd season. Each season pits aspiring professional golfers against each other in a slate of skills challenges, with the low-performing contestant facing elimination each week. The overall winner earns entry into the Barbasol Championship, a new PGA Tour event for 2015 to be played in Opelika, Alabama, in July. The show, which has already been taped, presented an opportunity for Werenski to test himself in a challenging environment. “I felt pressure like I didn’t know that I could ever feel … I don’t think you ever could be prepared for [that type of competition],” Werenski said. “It’s just so different than just a round of golf or playing in a tournament. But as long as you’re mentally strong, that’s really what the show’s all about.”
Tournament Dates
July 7-13, 2014
The Players Amateur Steve Wilmot
By Steve Wilmot, RBC Heritage Tournament Director The Heritage Classic Foundation would like you to be part of the 16th Annual Players Amateur at Berkeley Hall, and there are many ways that you can support this great event.
Tournament Volunteers: Members are needed to volunteer for several very important committees such as registration, ball spotting and scoring. You would be required to work a minimum of three shifts during a 7-day period from July 6-12. Every attempt will be made to honor your requests based on available job assignments. All volunteers will be charged a $40 registration fee and for that, you will receive a special Player’s Amateur logoed shirt and a hat as a token of our appreciation. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Lindsey Barnett at mamabee2@yahoo.com, or Theresa Watson at rustymcguire6@gmail.com. Housing Volunteers: Please consider opening your home to one of the world’s top amateurs. We plan to ask little of our hosts, except to make new friends with these talented young men. The Players Amateur will provide them with all of their meals. Players will begin arriving on Tuesday, July 7. Practice rounds will be played on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons. The Contestant-Amateur Tournament will be played on Wednesday, and the competition will run from Thursday through Sunday. Most players will be departing on Sunday evening or Monday morning. Please contact Randy or Janet Wright at ranjanwright@verizon.net or call 843.815.3456 if you would like to open your home to a player. Sponsors: There are several levels of sponsorship that offer the opportunity to play in the Contestant-Amateur being held on Wednesday, July 8. This is a unique opportunity to play with a fantastic amateur golfer who oftentimes become future stars on the PGA TOUR. Please contact Andy McMillen at andy@heritageclassicfoundation.com or call the Heritage Classic Foundation at 843.671.2448 for more information on sponsorship. Thank you for considering how best you can support this special event.
Steve Wilmot Tournament Director RBC Heritage
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 rbcheritage.com.
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Complimentary Swing Clinics Every Tuesday & Friday; 10-11am
MAY TOPIC Friday, May 1 Tuesday, May 5 Friday, May 8 Tuesday, May 12 Friday, May 15 Tuesday, May 19 Friday, May 22 Tuesday, May 26 Friday, May 29
Scoring Shots Putting Wedges Fairway Woods Sand Play Driving Practice to Improve Scoring Shots Irons
JUNE TOPIC Tuesday, June 2 Friday, June 5 Tuesday, June 9 Friday, June 12 Tuesday, June 16 Friday, June 19 Tuesday, June 23 Friday, June 26 Tuesday, June 30
Wedges Driving How to Practice Putting Short Game Irons Sand Shots Irons Driving
Speciality Clinics with Krista Short Game Clinic Tuesday, May 12, 11am-1pm $60/pp (4 person mininum)
Learn to control the golf ball around the greens and to hit both the high shot and low shot. Chipping, pitching and bunkers covered.
2015 Spring Golf Schools
with Jim Hardy & Krista Dunton May 3-4; $1295 per person Jim Hardy and Krista Dunton just announced a new two-day golf school. This is a one of a kind experience to elevate your golfing ability and enjoyment of the game. Provided is a world class, unique approach individually Krista Dunton Jim Hardy designed for your improvement. Rather than teaching method or a specific swing style, the instruction is based on improving ball flight. Their motto is simple: “Hit the next ball better!” Krista and Jim believe you can, and should, see improvement on the very next ball you hit. “Golf instruction isn’t a 9-month rebuilding project. Improvement should be immediate.” The school will cover all areas of the game: full swing, chipping, pitching, bunkers and course strategy. Jim Hardy is one of America’s Top Swing Instructors and one of the most knowledgeable teachers in the game. Jim teaches many PGA Tour professionals including Matt Kuchar, Olin Browne, Darren Clarke, Peter Jacobsen, but he is most gifted in helping players of all handicap levels in simple easy concepts. Krista Dunton has been recognized as one of America’s top instructors by the PGA and Golf Digest ~ including the LPGA National Teacher of the Year. GOLF SCHOOL AGENDA DAY 1 1-1:30pm: Opening Presentation 1:30 -3:30pm: Full Swing Instruction 3:30-4pm: Chipping & Putting Presentation 4-5pm: Chipping & Putting Instruction DAY 2 8-8:30am: Opening Presentation 8:30-10:30am: Full Swing Instruction 10:30-11am: Pitching & Bunker Presentation 11am -12pm: Pitching & Bunker Instruction
To register, please contact Krista Dunton at 843.290.8714 or email kdunton@me.com.
Full Swing Clinic Tuesday, May 19, 2-4pm $60/pp 4 person mininum)
The truth is out! To lower your scores you need to improve your distance off the tee and your approach shots into the green. This 2-hour clinic will focus on increasing your distance and accuracy with the driver, hybrids, fairway woods and mid irons. Understand why the pros that are winning are the long hitters and are hitting their approach shots closer to the hole.
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Hilton Head Monthly Magazine Spotlights Krista Hilton Head Monthly’s April issue includes a feature on Krista entitled, “Coach of The Year.” Visit BerkeleyHallClub.com/krista.pdf to view the full article.
Farewell for the Summer! Krista will once again be returning to The Greenbrier from Jun.15-Aug. 15, so make sure to get with her for some final upgrades before she heads north.
Pitching Truths
Speciality Clinics with Andrew
with Andrew Rice, Director of Instruction
Get The Most Out of Your Driver
Over the past several years, I have done a tremendous amount of research on the “art” of pitching. As I continue along with my research, I wanted to share a few important truths regarding this often misunderstood stroke. • Great pitchers generally take very little divots and the flight of the ball is low which creates a high spin rate. Lower trajectory shots are substantially easier to gauge than higher ones, and when struck correctly, will have more spin than a higher lofted shot. • Most golfers perform better when pitching with their second most lofted club such as a Sand Wedge versus a Lofted Wedge. • There are two controllable ways to stop a golf ball - high spin rate and steep landing angle. Thin shots have more spin than you might think and the quality of the clubface to ball interaction (friction) is essential in generating spin -The quality of the lie also plays a big role in determining the clubface to ball interaction. • The optimal lie for amazing pitches is a fairly tight, down grain lie. Any moisture that gets between the face and ball will decrease friction and thus increase launch angle and reduce spin. Sand between the face and the ball will increase friction and thus lower launch angle and increase spin. • When practicing it is important to keep a wet towel handy to clean the face after every few shots. Don’t use a tee - Older clubs with worn down grooves will never spin the ball as much as a fresh wedge (all else being equal). • Premium golf balls flight better and spin more than inexpensive golf balls. The optimal technique is based almost entirely around managing the club to ground interaction or angle of attack. • Controlling what the handle does through impact is vital in managing the angle of attack - a club path that tracks from in to out will most often lead to cleaner strikes and thus lower trajectory and more spin. • Where a golfer seeks to add loft they also add effective bounce. In this case, the grind/shape of the sole will play a bigger role compared to a lower shots where the bounce plays a lesser role. Finally, I have found there are many different, and somewhat unusual, techniques that work well for certain individuals. My objective has been to find a pitching technique that works best for the majority of golfers, and having found that technique I am able to explain it in simple terms. For help with your pitching or with any part of your game for that matter, please call me at 843.247.4688.
Friday, May 15, 11am-12:30pm
How to Lower Your Score Tuesday, June 2, 9:30-11am
Become a Wedge Guru Tuesday, June 16, 9:30-11am
All clinics are open to members and their guests. There’s a minimum of 3 and maximum of 8 students per clinic. The cost is $60/pp. Please contact Andrew directly at 843.247.4688 to sign up.
Three-Day Golf Schools May 7-9 & June 18-20; 2-4pm
Andrew will be offering a Three-Day Golf School for members and their guests on May 7-9 and June 18-20. For more information or to register, please call Andrew directly at 843.247.4688.
RevolutionGolf.com
Many of you are already aware that Andrew Rice, Director of Instruction is also Faculty Staff Instructor for Revolution Golf. Andrew shares weekly video tips via the site that are being filmed at Berkeley Hall. The site is growing rapidly with over 2.5 million followers and presents a very positive promotional image for the Club. To sign up to receive the Revolution Golf emails (free of charge) please go to www.revolutiongolf.com and click on the JOIN button on the top right portion of the screen. You will begin to receive one instructional email per day.
Planning Your 2016 Winter Vacation Andrew Rice and his wife Terri escorted 6 couples to South Africa this past January for another unforgettable adventure. It was their 10th Member Safari/Golf trip that they have organized over this past decade. They recently announced that they have plans for two luxury golf excursions in 2016. The first trip will be to South Africa departing on January 4th and returning January 15th . The second trip will be to New Zealand leaving January 31st and returning February 14th. For more information please contact Andrew at arice@berkeleyhallclub.com or visit www.syncexcursions.com.
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MAINTENANCE
Preserving the Aesthetics of Our Lakes by Danny Malone, Certified Golf Course Superintendent
Attention to detail…a phrase that best describes our commitment of maintaining and preserving the beautiful landscape of our community. That commitment was put to the test in March, as unsightly vegetation suddenly appeared floating on the surface of the lake at the main entrance to our community. Upon further inspection it was determined that the vegetation was an aquatic grass commonly referred to as Southern Naiad, that forms very dense strands of rooted submerged vegetation. These weeds can develop very quickly from a natural buildup of organic material, such as algae, that accumulates on the bottom of the lake. Our approach was to treat the lake in three ways - physical, biological and chemical. Considering the sudden change that we witnessed in the condition of the lake, we needed to react very quickly. Our maintenance crews spent the first week removing the surface vegetation and gathering it into a boat with a rake (physical). We realized that this was only a temporary solution, since the Naiad weed will reestablish itself from the fragments and roots that remained after dragging them to the surface. As this work was being completed, we contacted the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR), who are responsible for managing our state fish hatcheries. Their mission is to propagate those species of fish in numbers that are required to accomplish fishery management objectives. Their biological solution was to stock the lake with Carp fish that feed off the Southern Naiad grass (biological). In past years, we’ve stocked our lakes with Tilapia fish to control the algae, but since they do not feed on Southern Naiad, we released 180 Carp fish into the lake. Carp fish consume 1lb. of Southern Naiad grass/day/fish, and that number of fish equated to 13.8 Carp per surface acre. This was the recommended quantity of fish needed to clean a lake of this size. Finally, in addition to the physical and biological steps that were taken, the lake was also treated chemically under the guidance of the State of SC Extension Services. Chemicals that contained copper complexes were applied since that’s proven to be an effective way of preventing the weeds from spreading. This chemical application takes 1-2 months to take effect. During the period of time we were treating the lake, Jack Whetstone, Extension Aquaculture Specialist and Associate Professor at Clemson University, was called in to consult on the problem. He concurred with the approach we had taken and stated that the water should soon be free of unsightly vegetation floating on the surface of the water. Attention to detail – in this case it not only required an immediate response (physical), but also an intermediate (biological) and long term solution (chemical) in order to preserve and protect the aesthetics of the lakes.
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Landscaping with Annual Flowers by Kayne Hoecht, Community Maintenance Supervisor
Annual flowers are a perfect accent to any style of garden and can easily be incorporated to suit any environmental condition. The color selection can change how the landscape will visually interact with surrounding structures and other plant materials. For example, a cool feeling can be achieved by color selections of blue, white, and gray. Warmer tones are created using red, yellow, orange, and other bright colors. There are many annuals used in our area have no flower, yet are very colorful and add specific textures and leaf variations. In fact, some foliage plants do very well in comparison to flowering varieties because they are not susceptible to diseases that attack the flower itself and require less overall maintenance. Therefore, when selecting your annuals this summer, try to match them to the conditions of the area, whether it be naturally sunny and dry or shady and moist. Please don’t forget the problems that deer may create for annual flowers. In our area, deer will eat almost any plant if they are hungry, even if they have been sprayed with a repellent. As a last resort, many people in the Lowcountry have used netting as a protective measure, but even then deer have found a way to eat their plants. Therefore, selecting the proper plants is the easiest way to reduce deer scavenging in your flower garden. Proper plant selection also reduces the chances of failure, and ensures season long performance. This season we will be using many proven plants for our climate, most of which can be found at our local nurseries. We use a mix of foliage plants and flowering varieties that are deer resistant and can survive a variety of conditions, such as setcreasea, duranta, plectranthus and alternanthera. Taller plants that are very versatile are coleus, penta, begonia, caladium and sunpatiens. You will find a wide selection of plants being sold at our local nurseries, but only a fraction of them can actually survive our summer temperatures, humidity, fungal diseases, and insects.
R River Park
May
ACTIVITIES
Kayaking No Charge
Guided Kayak
and Paddle Board Tours Mondays 9-11am Fridays 3-5pm $30/person
Okatie River Sunset Boat Cruises Every Tuesday & Wednesday 3-5pm $35/adult; $20/child (*Under 12yrs old)
*24-hour advance reservations are required for the Kayak Nature Tour and Sunset Cruises.
June
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 and Paddle Board 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 advance reservations are required for the Kayak Nature Tour and Sunset Cruises.
Guided Kayaking & Paddle Boarding Tours
Schedule of Fees
KAYAKING On Your Own No Charge Scheduled Tour $30 per person BOAT CRUISE Scheduled Tour $35 per person Private $140 (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 $30 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 $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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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
Accounting Myla Mitchell
843-815-8414
Member Billing
843-815.8953
Assistant Controller
ARB
Wendy Wagner
843-815-8443
ARB Administrator
Bob Ring
Director of Marketing & Member Services
843-815-8423
*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 (Tuesday thru Sunday) Happy Hour ~ 5pm to 7pm (Sunday thru Friday) 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 John Soulia
843-815-8433
Ashleigh Whitmore
843-815-8493
Chris Smith
843-815-8434
Executive Chef Director of Catering & Special Events Dining Room Manager
Front Desk Services 843-815-8494 Keith Bradley
843-815-8422
Director of Cottage Services
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
Available daily for private functions.
Golf Shop
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 Ray Fleetwood
Clubhouse Dining
Mixed Grille
Member Services
Gatehouse Services
Hours of Operation
Director of Gatehouse Services
Daily
Concierge Services
Monday Through Saturday Sunday
Spa & Fitness Center
Monday - Friday Saturday & Sunday
843-815-8451
River Park
Daily Private Instruction ~ Daily
Andrew Rice
843-815-8446 843-247-4688
Krista Dunton
843-290-8714
Spa & Fitness Center 843-815-8985 Derek Lemire
Spa & Fitness Center Manager
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
Senior Instructor
6am to 7pm 7am to 7pm
Learning Center
Halfway Houses
Director of Instruction
8:30am to 5pm 8:30am to 4pm
843-815-8428 843-815-8431
*For Guest Passes 843-815-8451
Learning Center
7:30am to 5:30pm
BERKELEY HALL
366 Good Hope Road Bluffton, South Carolina 29909