WHAT’S INSIDE
From the General Manager PAGE 2
Summer Party Photos PAGE 10
Calendars PAGE 14
From Tee to Green PAGE 20
BIRNAM BUZZ
Fitness Quiz PAGE 26 SEPTEMBER 2024 • BIRNAM WOOD NEWSLETTER
DEAR MEMBERS OF BIRNAM WOOD
FROM THE GENERAL MANAGER
Jordan Sweeney, CCM, CSW General Manager and Chief Operating Officer
It gives me great pleasure to share with the membership that Birnam Wood has been honored with the Distinguished Club Award of Excellence by Forbes and Boardroom magazine.
This prestigious accolade is awarded to only 250 clubs nationwide, and we are proud to be the sole recipient in Santa Barbara County. This recognition underscores our unwavering commitment to exceptional member service and hospitality.
The Distinguished Club Award of Excellence is bestowed upon clubs that exemplify outstanding member service and operational excellence. A significant factor in earning this award has been Birnam Wood’s dedication to reinvesting in our facilities and amenities through multiple capital improvements in recent years. These investments ensure that our facilities remain state-of-the-art,
continually enhancing the overall member experience.
That said, it is our dedicated staff that truly sets our club apart. Each team member embodies our core values: Care, Pride, Ownership, Knowledge, and Excellence. These values are reflected in our daily operations and interactions, ensuring that we consistently meet and exceed our members’ expectations.
The award also recognizes the exemplary service and hospitality that our staff deliver daily. Their professionalism and dedication form the foundation of our club’s success and create the warm and welcoming atmosphere our members cherish.
We are deeply grateful to each and every team member for their hard work and commitment. This recognition is a testament to our collective efforts to maintain the highest standards of excellence and enhance the member experience, establishing our club as a most respected and revered name in the community.
As we look to the future, trust that we remain committed to continuously improving and innovating our service offerings. Being recognized as a Distinguished Club not only elevates our status but also reaffirms our commitment to delivering an exceptional experience that resonates with all our members.
Thank you to all our members for your continued support and enthusiasm. Your satisfaction and enjoyment are what drive us to strive for excellence in everything we do. We appreciate your support and look forward to seeing you around the club.
MEMBERSHIP
Welcome New Members – August 2024
Richie Hawley (Jennifer)
Resident
Steven Singleton, Darrell Becker, Pat Yzurdiaga
Richie is the son of former long-time members Richard and Renee Hawley. Formerly the Principal Clarinet of the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, he is now the tenured Professor of Clarinet at Rice University’s Shepherd School of Music. During the summer, he is a faculty artist at the Music Academy of the West here in Santa Barbara. His wife, Jennifer, a chemist, is a US Sales Manager for Innospec Inc, focused on specialty chemicals for petrochemical applications. They have two children, Kathryn, 19, who will be a sophomore at Trinity University in San Antonio, and Christian, 16, who will be a junior in high school in the fall. After many years of wonderful times at Birnam with his parents, Richie and Jennifer are looking forward to creating new memories with the Birnam Wood family.
Richard (Wesley) Moncrief
Resident
Page Roos, Bill Cawley, Pete Chambers
Wesley graduated from the University of Texas with a B.A. in Economics and began working for the family oil business. In 2002 he received an MBA in Finance from Columbia Business School and in 2009 completed the Colorado School of Mines Petroleum Superschool. He is a 4th generation oil and gas producer and the Owner/Manager of Moncrief Oil, a private independent oil and gas producer. He works closely with his father and grandfather in the business and has a 7-year-old daughter. He enjoys golf and is a member of the Shady Oaks CC, Rivercrest CC, El Dorado, the City Club and the Miramar Beach Club.
Mark Schmidt (Maria)
Tennis
Richard Banks, Robert Stoll, David Wolf
Mark was raised in Salsbury, CT and attended Williams College in Williamstown, MA. He then received his MBA from Harvard and spent the next 30 years in the alternative asset management business. His final role was as Founder and Managing Partner of Ledge Energy Group. He sold his company in 2015 and became the CFO of Salsbury School (his former High School). He then moved to Montecito to become the CFO of Crane School and has since retired. He and Maria have two sons still living on the East Coast. Mark and Maria both play tennis and are looking forward to joining the Birnam Wood tennis community.
Randy Hoffman (Deborah)
Resident
Diana Nixon, Adam Bianchi, Cici Williamson
Randy and Debbie met 42 years ago at Lake Arrowhead. Debbie attended USC where she earned a BA and an MA in Education. Randy graduated from Western Colorado University (where he competed as a D-1 skier) with a BA in Business Administration. Debbie worked in the schools and later volunteered throughout Los Angeles County in positions focused on her passion, child welfare. Randy joined Debbie’s family business, California Banquet Corporation, where he has served as President since 1991. They have both spent much of their professional lives giving back to the community. Randy was recently on the Board of the Valley Hunt Club where he organized a weekly men’s Pickleball group. They love to ski, play tennis, pickleball and hike with their kids. Randy also competes in Iron Man competitions. They have three children, two of whom live in the Santa Barbara area.
Charles Rothstein (Diana)
Resident
Robert Altman, Robert Kemp, Siri Marshall
Charles graduated with a B.B.A. and an MBA from the University of Michigan. He is the founding partner of Beringea, LLC, a Venture Capital Firm with offices in the US and UK. He is a long-time Tennis player and an avid golfer. He is also the Chairman of SAY Detroit, a charity founded by the renowned author and media personality, Mitch Album. Diana and Charles have four children and are looking forward to enjoying time in Santa Barbara.
In Memoriam
Edwin Rosenblatt Member since 2007
Beverlie Latimer Member since 1981
Candidates for Membership
The following new candidates for membership will be considered at the next meeting of the Membership Committee:
Thomas Egan (Hilary)
Santa Barbara Cottage Health
Mr. Spenser Bruce Junior Golf
Dr. Michael Trambert
Radiologist, Cottage Hospital & Sansum
Mrs. Katherine Eades
Mr. Howard Rochestie (Ms. Jacquelyn Klein-Brown) Washington Athletic Club
Mrs. Elisabeth Fowler Tennis
Paul Darin (Tessa)
Brannch Manager, Jonestrading Inst. Svc.
Mr. Dan Otero Intermediate
Judy Jones (David)
Mr. Blake Jones
Ms. Rachael Douglas Non-Resident Montecito Club, La Cumbre
Nicholas Mutton (Rosemary)
Retired Global Executive VP, Four Seasons
Mr. Tim Walsh
Mr. Richard DeSchutter Social Bohemian Club, San Francisco
Peter Johnson (Lesley)
Retired COO, Hy Cite Enterprises
Mrs. Lynn Brown
Mr. Peter Johnson Sr. Resident Nakoma Golf Club
Timothy Stephens (Sarah)
President, Cypress Petroleum, LLC
Mr. Frank McGinity
Mr. David Cronenbold Non-Resident River Oaks Houston, Colorado Club Houston
John Esrey (Megan)
Managing Partner, Soho Advisors
Mr. Wayne Siemens
Mr. Darrell Becker Resident Olympic Club, SF, Passport Club, Vail
Mr. Brent Peus
Baily Hochhalter (Serena)
Owner, Clear Construction
Mr. Matt Porter Jr. Golf
Mr. Juaquin Mallmann
Michael Jaffe (Jann)
Producer, Movies/TV
Mr. Timothy Stack Social Santa Barbara Tennis Club
Justin Diem Commercial Real Estate
Mrs. Anne Towbes
Mr. Evan Baldwin Jr. Golf
Zaryn Dentzel
Founder, Tuenti.com and Auro Travel
Mr. Austin Herlihy
Mr. Will Jarve Intermediate Coral Casino
Gerald Stool (Claudia)
Founder, Greenway Investment Company
Mr. Chris Gregoire
Mr. Bill Cawley Resident Preston Trail GC, Dallan National
Deborah Mann
Co-Founder, Justin Winery
Mr. Rich Flaten
Mr. Paul Orfalea Social Pebble Beach Tennis Club
Jordan Otterbein
Managing Partner River Jetty Restaurant Group
Mrs. Ruth Green
Mr. Hank Hurst Non-Resident Pauma Valley Club, Miramar Beach Club
Mr. Alex Bianchi
For the best interest of the Club, information regarding any candidate, whether favorable or unfavorable, is earnestly requested. Communications concerning any applicant may be made personally or by a signed writing to the Membership Committee. All communications will be held in strict confidence.
Please submit comments by Friday, September 21, 2024 .
Membership Committee:
Kelly Vandever, Chair
Jen Abed
Marta Babson
Darrell Becker
Rob Crane
Trey Evans
Chris Gregoire
David Grotenhuis
Vicky Hazard
Ryan Malmsten
Patty Marshall
Betsey Moller
Austin Muller
Matt Porter
Emily Roos
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF CLUBHOUSE OPERATIONS
Luis Flores
As we approach the Holiday Season, I would like to remind you that we have a Club Signature Event, Thanksgiving Dinner, opening for reservations this month. Our traditional Thanksgiving Dinner will open for reservations on September 27th at 9:00am.
In October we will have several Signature Club events opening for reservations. Reservations will open for the Citrus Singers, Brunch with Santa, Champagne & Caviar (featuring Pol Roger Champagne), and New Year’s Eve. As a reminder, all Signature events open at 9:00am, 60 days before the actual event. We encourage you to use your mobile app to place your reservations. You may also call the front desk for assistance.
Thanksgiving
Below is a list of upcoming Signature Events along with their opening dates:
Holiday Event Reservation Openings:
Citrus Singers – reservations open October 11th at 9:00am
Brunch with Santa – reservations open October 15th at 9:00am Champagne & Caviar – reservations open October 21st at 9:00am
New Year’s Eve – reservations open October 31st at 9:00am
BIRNAM WOOD GOLF CLUB
Saturday, September 14th, 2024
9:00 AM Shotgun
Format:
Individual Net Stroke Play
All Players will play from the Jones Tee
Age Divisions:
60-69, 70-79, 80 & Over
Cost:
$65 Per Player - Includes Lunch & Awards
Optional:
$10 Skins Game (Gross & Net)
Sunday, September 22, 2024
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Lads
October 2024
GOLF NEWS
Michael Goodcase, Director of Golf
Our beautiful weather continued throughout August, which was perfect for all of our golf events which took place this month.
These events will be recapped in my next article. But as promised last month, here is my recap of the 56th Annual Robert Trent Jones Classic.
This year was our biggest field ever. We had the full complement of 120 players to fill all ten flights with six two-man teams. Each team played a ninehole match against the other five teams in their flight. The team accumulating the most points wins the flight and receives the automatic berth into the Championship Horse Race. The flights were incredibly close this year. Four flights ended in a tie and had to be decided by tie breakers. The winners of each flight were as follows: Flight 1 - Andrew Anthony & Mike Shuman, Flight 2 – Matt Porter & Ryan Miller, Flight 3 – Billy Grokenberger & Max Godvin, Flight 4 – Paul Davis & John Baur, Flight 5 – Jon & Jeff Wimbish, Flight 6 – Jimmy Connors & Gerry Fall, Flight 7 Chuck Journey & Ryan Richarson, Flight 8 – Will Jarve & Jack Rudolph, Flight 9 – Kip Bradley & Jim DeCesaro, and Flight 10 Frank & Greg McGinity. The Horse Race is pure Scotch with handicaps. The first hole elimination
had to be decided by a four-team chip-off. The chip shots were incredible as the three qualifiers ended up with 10 feet of the hole. The field then moved to hole 18 to eliminate three more teams. The play was fantastic as it took an under-par score to get into the final three. Those three teams were Anthony /Shuman, Wimbish / Wimbish and Journey / Richardson. They proceeded back to the 18th tee. All three teams hit fantastic drives, leaving a true shoot-out. Two of the three teams had 175 yards or less. The only team to capitalize on those drives and walk away with a birdie and the crown was Chuck Journey and Ryan Richardson. It was Chuck Journey’s first time winning the RTJ. They finished the horse race at 2 under par, which will always get it done. After playing one extra hole, Anthony / Shuman took home second place and Wimbish / Wimbish finished third.
I want to thank everyone on the staff who made this event so spectacular. Right from day 1, everything went perfectly. Thursday kicked off the event with the Par 3 Contest followed by Dan Boever’s Trick Shot Show, and then the stag dinner. Friday was a golf centric day as the teams had to play 27 holes. They returned Saturday for 18 holes and the horse race. Finally, the event wrapped up with the awards dinner and celebration where Chef Abdu truly shined. It was a wonderful turnout of about 180 attendees to celebrate an eventful weekend.
The
BWWGA
2024 most improved players:
January - Jane Habermann
February - Terri Bennett
March - Jill Mazursky
April - Dina Wilson
May - Lisa King
June - Holly Armour
July - Connie Fickel
WHEN TO USE A ONE OR TWO PIVOT SWING
Scott Maier, PGA Certified Teaching Professional
A one pivot (or no pivot) swing has little to no lateral motion. There is little to no transfer of weight and pressure from the trail foot to the lead foot during the swing.
A one pivot swing is useful for short game shots because these shots require speed to get the ball up in the air, but not power. The pivot provides the power.
A two-pivot swing will transfer weight and pressure to the trail foot during the backswing, and then transfer weight and pressure to the lead foot to initiate the downswing. Think of your lead and trail foot as the two pivot points.
A two-pivot swing is useful for full swings when you want speed and power. Remember the pivot provides the power.
Look at the throwing motion a pitcher in baseball or a quarterback in football uses to throw the ball. First, they pivot their weight and pressure to their trail foot and then they pivot their weight and pressure to the lead foot before they release the ball.
Now imagine watching a pitcher or quarterback trying to throw the ball flat footed. First, they would look a little funny, and second, they would not be able to throw the ball far.
Prove it to yourself the next time you are at our practice facility. Grab a golf ball and while keeping both feet flat on the ground throw the ball. Now take a golf ball, step forward and throw. Which ball went farther? If done properly it will be the second throw.
If you are experiencing a loss of distance in your full swing one reason could be that you are not pivoting properly. Here is a drill to help you improve your pivot. Take your normal stance using a PW or 9-iron. Now move your lead foot over to your trail foot so they are next to each other and stop. Next, swing the club to the top and stop. Finally step toward the target with your lead foot and then swing the club. Try the drill without a ball first, then take practice swings until you feel comfortable with your pivot.
A final key is to make sure you step first before you swing the club. I have watched players swing and then step forward. If you do, you are practicing an improper sequence.
Call the golf shop today to schedule a lesson so we can optimize your pivot and increase your distance.
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2024, AT 11:30 AM.
RESERVATIONS OPEN ON FRIDAY, AUGUST
DRESS CODE: CLUB CASUAL, *BLUE DENIM ACCEPTABLE. $65++ 48-HOUR CANCELLATION POLICY IN EFFECT
FROM TEE TO GREEN
Brian O’Laughlin Director of Agronomy
It’s hard to believe that summer is already coming to an end. As we enter September, we also step into the fall season. With fall comes several important practices, including aerification and, this season, overseeding the rough with perennial ryegrass. But before diving into those details, I’d like to provide a quick update on the bridge project near the #2 green and the pump house project on hole #9.
Bridge Project:
The bridge project is progressing well and is currently ahead of schedule. We anticipate a grand opening in midSeptember. The final steps include the complete assembly of the bridge itself, as all concrete and support systems are now in place. Additionally, we will repair the cart path leading from the #2 tee to the green, where heavy equipment has caused damage, breaking several of the existing panels.
Pump House Project:
The pump house project is also nearing completion, with only the landscaping work around the building remaining. The building itself is finished, and the addition of new and improved landscaping will make it a true feature of Birnam Wood.
Fall Aerification/Overseeding:
Starting this month, we’ll begin preparations for our fall aerification of the greens and overseeding the rough with perennial ryegrass. The golf course maintenance closure scheduled for September 30th has been moved up to September 23rd. On this day, the agronomy team will conduct a widespread herbicide application to eradicate Poa annua that remains on the course. This application will also help establish perennial ryegrass in the rough by controlling the existing Poa and slowing the growth of the Bermuda grass. It’s important to note that this application will not kill the Bermuda grass, but it will cause some discoloration, and tire tracks may be visible where the application was made. Stunting the Bermuda will greatly aid in establishing the ryegrass by reducing growth competition, giving the young
ryegrass a better chance to grow and mature.
Below is the schedule of events that will take place. Please look out for next month’s update, where we will provide detailed information on cart restrictions following the overseeding process. It’s incredibly important that everyone does their part to ensure the success of this process. Normally, a process like this would require a 4-6 week full course closure, but we are doing it without closing the course entirely. We thank everyone for their understanding and cooperation with the upcoming restrictions. As always, please remember to fill your divots and repair your ball marks on the greens.
See you on the course!
Schedule of Events:
9/23: Golf course closed; herbicide application to eradicate Poa annua.
9/30 – 10/6: Front nine closed; Rough seeding and establishment; 1-9 greens aerification + putting green.
10/7 – 10/13: Back nine closed; Rough seeding and establishment; back nine greens aerification + croquet court.
10/6 – 11/18: Golf carts enter and exit through gate/ropes; golf carts not allowed on rough; golf carts must stay in fairways.
FROM THE ATHLETIC DIRECTOR
Scott Burton
Your 2024 Bocce Summer League Champions!
Bocce Fever… Captained by Susan Tarlow. Bocce Fever finished the season with a 4-1 record, yet when the Post Season play began, they enjoyed wins over championship level teams. They battled through Cito Ballers, Rock n’ Rollers to set up the final’s verses two-time champion The Big La Bocce. After both teams won a round, it was Bocce Fever that pulled out the deciding and league winning final game. A huge Congratulations to Bocce Fever for a great season!
Bocce Ball has been a big hit here at Birnam Wood. Look for our Club Doubles Championships coming in October and keep an eye out in early spring for the announcement of our 2025 Summer Bocce league. This is such a fantastic opportunity for us all to gather at our beautiful bocce patio area and build friendships.
News from The Courts
As Summer winds down some activities will start, stop, or continue going strong. In September, the Women’s Interclub season, and Women’s USTA Doubles league will start. If you would like to participate on our Women’s Interclub C Team, please let us know, as matches and practices are on Wednesday mornings. Our 3.5 Women’s USTA Team will have matches on Sunday afternoons. These programs will continue to grow. We would love to form Men’s teams as well. Please let us know if you are interested.
The Junior Summer Tennis Camps have ended and new Junior Afterschool Tennis Clinics will begin. Please contact Jeff for more information on days and times.
Tennis and pickleball clinics continue throughout the year. Sign up on the App or reach out if you have any questions. We are always happy to create a new clinic or program. Please do not hesitate to share your ideas.
A couple of young campers stirking a pose.
Dinks & Drinks, September 14th, 1:00PM to 4:00PM Mix around on the pickleball courts and enjoy food and drink afterwards. Sign up on the App to guarantee a spot in this fun event.
Tennis
Come out and join us for the Tuesday Afternoon Clay Court Clinic from 2:30PM – 4:00PM or the Saturday Morning Live Ball Clinics at 9:00AM and 10:00AM. Sign up for one hour or for both. If you’d like to start a new clinic, please contact Jeff.
Junior Tennis Clinics are forming. Please reach out for more information or create a private group lesson with your children and their friends.
The tennis ball machine has been moved to a small shed on court 6. It can be rented for $15/hr. Please contact Jeff or Scott for set up. When wanting to rent either the Pickleball or Tennis machines, please reserve your court first, and contact Jeff or Scott and they will set you up and provide instruction on how to best use the machines to raise your level.
Pickleball
Advanced and Intermediate/Advanced clinics are on Monday and a Beginning/Intermediate clinic is on Tuesday. Please always contact Jeff to sign up as they are not drop-in. Pickleball Open Play is on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 1:00PM to 3:00PM. Come out and drop in and mix around with members and their guests (no sign-up necessary).
Junior Tennis Clinics/Private Lessons Please contact Jeff or Scott with questions or to set up a private lesson. See you on the courts.
Jeff Villano, Head Racquets Professional
Each month I share (usually) a coaches quote that I find encouraging, or pivotal as an athlete.
This month I break tradition with that and share a quote from Scottish-American Industrialist Andrew Carnegie. As an athlete for 50+ years, I see what he describes in sport as well.
“As I grow older, I pay less attention to what people say. I just watch what they do.” Andrew Carnegie.
That’s the scoop from Athletics, Scott Burton
QUESTIONS:
FITNESS NEWS
Joy DuMay, Fitness Director
FITNESS QUIZ: FACT OR FICTION?
1) Walking a mile and running a mile burn the same number of calories.
2) For fat loss, it is better to do more cardio than strength training.
3) Doing just 15-minute segments of exercise won’t really get you more fit.
4) Eating increases your metabolism.
5) The best way to burn fat in a workout is to move at a slow, steady pace for a long time.
ANSWERS:
1) Fact. You do burn about the same number of calories; it’s just going to take you a lot longer to walk the mile. If you want to improve your heart and lung functions, bumping up your intensity will give you greater benefits during your aerobic workouts. But keep in mind that walking is one of the best forms of exercise for good health at all ages, and it really helps with our mental health as well.
2) Actually, it’s both. Cardiovascular activity makes your heart stronger, lowers your blood pressure, and yes, burns calories. Strength training increases bone density, muscle mass and metabolism.
You burn more calories when your heart rate is elevated, and you burn more calories every second of the day when you have more muscle. A combination of both is important for all of the above…. with the addition of a good diet.
3) Fiction. All of the movement you do in a day adds up. For example, you could do a morning walk with the dog, add a quick strength workout at noon, and get in a nice relaxing stretch before bed. Don’t use “I’m too busy” or “I’m too tired” as an excuse. Even 15-minute increments will boost your mood and energy level.
Instead of thinking that exercise is something you HAVE to do, think of it as a way of being good to yourself. You deserve it!
4) Fact! It’s called the Thermal Effect of Food and does cause your body to heat up after you eat. You may recall getting overwarm after a big Thanksgiving meal. However, your metabolism is not going to elevate enough to burn off the mashed potatoes and gravy plus pie. Keep to a good diet filled with veggies, high fiber carbs and low-fat protein for better health and waistline.
5) Fiction. The best way to burn off fat is by doing High Intensity Interval Training. Known as HIIT, this is typically done with a repeating pattern over the workout of short, intense bursts of movement followed by a slower period to recover. This creates an oxygen debt that has the effect of burning far more calories, with the bonus of taking less time than traditional cardio.
Try this: after a 5-minute warmup, work as hard or fast as you can for one minute. Recover for two minutes. Repeat this for your whole workout, ending with a five-minute slow recovery. The set intervals give you a time frame to allow you to physically and mentally push harder, knowing that you will have recovery time. Try it! Your body will thank you.
Balance & Stability
With Sally Saenger
WED 11:00 AM: Iyengar Yoga with Vanessa Bacher
CLUB BOARD OF DIRECTORS
President Stanton Anderson
Secretary Wade Nichols
Treasurer Richard De Schutter
Director Tim Armour
Director Rachael Douglas
Director Charlie Bissell
Director Richard Caleel
Director Linda Gluck
Director Patricia Griffin
Director Steve Jones
Director Bob Kidder
Director Christopher Teasley
Director Kelly Vandever
HOA BOARD OF DIRECTORS
President Stanton Anderson
Secretary Wade Nichols
Treasurer Richard De Schutter
Director Patricia Griffin
Director Patty Marshall
Director Sharol Siemens
Director Christopher Teasley
Director Linda Wood
Director Charles Wilson
CLUB COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSONS
Athletic Wade Nichols
Compensation & HR Robert Nourse
Construction
Oversight Steve Jones
Cottage Sharol Siemens
Finance Richard De Schutter
401k Tim Armour
Golf Billy Grokenberger
Green Nancy Hunter
House Rachael Douglas
Membership Kelly Vandever
HOA COMMITTEE CHAIRS
A&L Christopher Teasley
Homeowners Patricia Griffin
BIRNAM WOOD GOLF CLUB
2031 Packing House Road
Santa Barbara, CA 93108
CLUBHOUSE DRESS CODE - Country club casual dress is acceptable during the day in all areas of the clubhouse. For gentlemen this includes slacks or Bermuda shorts, collared shirts tucked in at the waist with a belt, or appropriate golf and tennis attire and for ladies this includes dresses, nice pants, skirts, and similar attire. In the evening, a country club casual dining option is available in The Packing House, the 19th Hole Bar and on the Veranda. The Club may request event-specific appropriate attire (black tie, blue jean pants permitted, etc.) for certain functions. Members hosting or sponsoring private events are responsible for communicating the Club dress code to those attending such events.
CANCELLATION POLICY - Reservations for private parties and Club sponsored events will be charged to the Member’s account unless notice of cancellation is received at the office at least 48 hours in advance. Reservations for Major Club sponsored special events will be charged to the Member’s account unless notice of cancellation is received at the office at least one week in advance. Should a cancellation be made after these times, a charge of one half of the price of the event will be made. Should no cancellation be made, the full price will be charged.
CELL PHONES AND BUSINESS PARAPHERNALIA - The use of cellular phones and other electronic and wireless devices for the purpose of conducting audible conversations is strictly prohibited on the Club premises (including the Clubhouse and the Terrace areas of the Clubhouse, tennis courts, croquet courts, driving range, and golf course), except inside parked vehicles and the locker rooms and except for medical emergencies.
FOR YOUR PROTECTION - Audio and video recording is taking place at Birnam Wood.
STAFF ROSTER
Jordan Sweeney, General Manager
Luis Flores, Director of Clubhouse Operations
Kristy Evans, Director of Membership & Communication
Michael Goodcase, Director of Golf
Brian O’Laughlin, Director of Agronomy
Scott Burton, Athletic Director
Jeff Villano, Head Racquets Professional
Nicole Landon, Director of Security
Michael Alvarado, Deputy Director of Security
Michael Weems, CFO
Claudia Raiti, Controller
Debbie Daggett, Director of Human Resources
Eric Salazar, Director of Food & Beverage
Abdu Romero, Executive Chef
Tiffany Grummer, Director of Private Events
Israel Ruiz, Facilities Director
Joy DuMay, Fitness Director
Cathy Kendrick, Lead Front Desk Attendant