April / May 2024 Source

MESSAGE FROM THE GENERAL MANAGER

Dear Cypress Woods Members,

Thank you to all the members who attended the Annual Meeting in person and online in March. The new Board was announced with Diane Tache as President, Don Simard as Vice President, Mike Latimer as Treasurer, and Greg Applejohn as Secretary. Heather Perras, Linda Kantor, Phil Oreste, and Mary Romano return, and are joined by new comers Greg Applejohn and Mike Kiernan. The Board has begun deliberations on committee assignments and plan to announce their selections in the coming weeks.

Thank you to Barry Stivers who completed his second stint on the Master Board and also to Bev Ricketts who has served for the past 6 years as Secretary and Vice President. We thank them for all the time and effort that they dedicated to the club during their tenure.

On a personal note, I am delighted to return as General Manager to Cypress Woods after 7 years. I thoroughly enjoyed my time here during my last tenure so returning was an easy decision for my family and I to make. I have already had a chance to reconnect with so many of you in recent weeks and I have also enjoyed meeting so many new faces too. I plan to spend much of my time in the coming weeks and months working with the employees, committees, and board as I assess club operations and the member experience. Please feel free to stop by and discuss any concerns or question you may have. I value your input and I look forward to doing all I can to help keep Cypress Woods the great club it is today.

Controller/Director of Finance Update

I am pleased to share some exciting news regarding a recent development in our leadership team. After an extensive search for the controller position, which was listed as Director of Finance for Cypress Woods, I am delighted to announce that we have found an exceptional candidate to fill the role. Over the weekend, I had the opportunity to interview two highly qualified candidates, both of whom brought valuable expertise to the table.

Reflecting on my previous tenure here at Cypress Woods, I identified certain areas where enhancing our management structure could benefit the club significantly. Ensuring the continued prosperity and excellence of our establishment is always a top priority for me. In situations where the General Manager may not be available to address member concerns or emergencies, it is essential to have a capable individual who can step in seamlessly. Thus, I have made the decision to create a new position at Cypress Woods: Assistant General Manager/Director of Finance. These roles are interlinked, and having a qualified candidate in this dual capacity will provide invaluable support and synergy for the future growth of our club. I am thrilled to announce that we have successfully filled this pivotal role with the appointment of Kyle Angell. Kyle brings a wealth of experience and enthusiasm to our team, and his return to Cypress Woods marks a significant milestone in our journey towards excellence. His dedication and professionalism will undoubtedly contribute to fostering one of the strongest leadership teams this club has seen.

In the coming month, Kyle will be dividing his time between Cypress Woods and Colliers Reserve until Sean finds his replacement. Once the transition at Colliers Reserve is finalized, Kyle will be fully dedicated to his role here at Cypress Woods. I am personally excited to take on the role of mentor to Kyle as he pursues his aspirations of becoming a General Manager. His decision to return to Cypress Woods is a testament to the strength and appeal of our club, and I am confident that together, we will achieve great success. Thank you for your continued dedication and support. Should you have any questions or require further clarification, please do not hesitate to reach out to me.

Sincerely,

Grace Lennon, LCAM General Manager

MASTER BOARD OF DIRECTORS

NOTE FROM THE PRESIDENT

Dear Fellow Members,

As the end of another outstanding season comes to a close, I want to take this opportunity to thank Don Simard for his time, efforts and leadership this year as our Master Board President. Through pain and recovery from a severe injury and surgery, Don never missed a beat in making decisions and working to make this club a wonderful place, we all call home. Don has been instrumental in working with the committees and management to initiate the outdoor painting of the clubhouse, pro shop and fitness center, the beautiful new landscaping at the clubhouse and the reconfiguration of the parking lot to increase our handicap parking and regular parking spaces for all. This project has been approved by the entire Master Board and will begin late summer into early fall. This project will be at no cost to the owner!

I would also like to thank Barry Stivers and Bev Ricketts for their insights, commitment and leadership as Master Board members. Between the two of them, they have served our community for over a decade. They have worked daily, giving up their time, to assist in making decisions to enhance the member experience at Cypress Woods. We will truly miss their wisdom and experience.

A final thank you to the committee chairs and the committee representatives this year. Their volunteer commitment to Cypress Woods is greatly appreciated. We hope you will consider joining one of these committees next year or if you have a specific talent to enhance our club, please reach out to any board member or our management team.

As your new president, I hope to continue the momentum with our communication and transparency efforts. I also hope to engage our owners in informational focus groups to gain feedback on our aging amenities and to continue the strategic planning process. If you missed the most recent board workshop, please check out your email with a link to a short video on the kitchen along with the minutes of the meeting. The Master Board will continue to study options to determine priorities and funding to update our valuable assets and amenities.

I am excited to serve as your president this year and I am always interested in your ideas and opinions regarding your member experience at Cypress Woods. Whether you are staying at Cypress Woods for the summer or you are heading to other parts of the continent, stay safe, stay well and cherish the fond memories you made this season.

Diane Tache

Board President , Cypress Woods Golf and Country Club

MASTER BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2024-2025

Michael Latimer, Treasurer mlatimer5477@gmail.com

Mary Romano marycement@aol.com

Michael Kiernan mjkiernan8@hotmail.com

Diane Tache, President dtache1231@gmail.com

Greg Applejohn, Secretary gregapplejohn@gmail.com

Heather Perras-Nicholson heatherperras60s@hotmail.com

Don Simard, Vice President donsimard427@gmail.com

Linda Kantor linda.kantor@yahoo.com

Phil Oreste philmarilyn@earthlink.net

ON THE GREENS

FROM THE GOLF PRO

Hello Members,

As we move into April, it’s hard to believe we are starting to wind down another season here at the club. With many members packing up to head north for the summer, others look forward to reciprocal season and the chance to try out many of the private clubs in the area. In just under a month, clubs will begin to make reciprocal agreements for the months of May through October. At the end of April, a list of the clubs we will be reciprocating with will be available online and in the Pro Shop. Please remember that you represent Cypress Woods, our staff, and all our members. With that understanding, we ask that you please be polite and courteous when playing other clubs as we are their guests for the day.

With the end of the season also comes the time to clear out your credit books before they expire. Credit books will expire on May 20th, so please come into the pro shop and use your credits. Remember, members always receive 20% off in the shop so come in and get those items that you have been looking for! To help you spend those credits, we will be holding an end of season sale so keep an eye out to watch for the sale announcement!

With summer comes our yearly scheduled maintenance. Here are the dates the golf course will be closed for aerification. During these closures, the Pro Shop will be open from 7:00am to 12:00pm for your convenience.

Aerification Schedule

June 3rd–16th • July 29th–August 11th

September 30th–October 6th

PM Golf ONLY these days in M

May 4th, 7th, 11th, 18th, 24th, 29th

I would like to thank everyone who participated in the Club Championships and Presidents Cups. We had a great turnout with some great golf! A big congratulations to all our winners! This year’s overall Men’s Club Champion is Blair Swiler and our overall Ladies Club Champion is Eddy Doucette!

For those members who are staying over the summer, we will be hosting our first summer event with the Memorial Day Scramble–May 27th. Signup on Chelsea will open May 6th.

Lastly, as you return home, I would like to remind you that we offer the service of ShipSticks to help you get your clubs back up north. The fee is approximately $80 and all we n eed is the address you would like to send them to. We have boxes for your convenience.

Sincerely,

Chris Phillips Head Golf Professional

(L-R) Blake Suter, Mark Moffatt, Phil Arrowsmith, Chris Phillips, Thad Hartley, Sam Tolleson

ON THE GREENS

FROM THE CWLNHGA

The CWLNHGA held our Rhinestone Cowgirl Member Guest on March 5th. We had a great turnout of over 100 players.

We have a couple more major events including our end of season tournament April 2nd and the K.I.S.S tournament May 7th.

See you on the green!

CYPRESS WOODS K.I.S.S. EVENT

TUESDAY , MAY 7, 2024

REGISTRATION AT 8AM

SHOTGUN START SCRAMBLE 8:30 AM

$53.00: 9-holes of Golf/Cart/Gratuities/Lunch/Prizes

LUNCH - Taco Tuesday & Ice Cream includes soda, beer or wine

All Clubs must send list of players, phone numbers & GHiN Numbers to the Head Pro at Cypress Woods headpro@cypresswoodsgolf.com

REGISTRATION DEADLINE - MAY 1, 2024

FROM THE CWLGA

The CWLGA seeks to encourage the social aspects of golf-related activities within our community while fostering respect for players at all levels of the game and building a greater understanding of and appreciation for the game of golf.

Up! Up! And Away! Scramble

Tuesday, April 2nd

8:30am Shot Gun

End of Season Luncheon to Follow Thanks for a great season! - CWLNHGA

APRIL 3

Member-Guest - 8:30 Shotgun

2 Better Balls of 2 - Stableford Breakfast and Lunch

APRIL 4

Member-Guest - 8:30 Shotgun

2 Better Balls of 2 - Stableford Breakfast, Lunch, Awards & Raffle

APRIL 10

Member-Member

Two Day Tournament

2 Better Balls of 2 - Quota Points Tee Times

APRIL 11

Member-Member - 8:00 Shotgun

2 Better Balls of 2 - Quota Points

Shootout & Lunch to Follow

L-R Lynda Blundell, Cathie Williams, Judy Lazarro, Ellen Chase

FOOD &

FROM FOOD & BEVERAGE

Hello Cypress Woods Family,

As we wind down another successful season, thank you to our Members for their continued support at the clubhouse. April and May mark the transition from “seasonal hours” to “off season” hours for Dining. Please see our Dining Hours and calendars for all schedule changes.

April features the End of Season Party on Saturday, April 13th,with The 41 South Band entertaining us for the evening! This event is very popular, and it will be held on the tennis courts. This event is for members only; sorry no guests.

The April Member Social is Thursday the 4th and the entertainment will be “Clive Live.” Member Socials starting in May and ending in September, will be held the first Wednesday of the month. The last Bingo of the season is scheduled for April 1st and the last Trivia will be on April 8th. Baby Back Rib Night will be available on Wednesday nights. We will be offering another Carvers Night on Thursday April 11th and Tex-Mex Night on Thursday, April 18th.

Starting in May, Ala Carte dinner service will be offered on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday nights. The chef will feature weekly lunch specials throughout the summertime, so make sure to stop by after your round of golf to enjoy lunch and a drink! For all the mothers to celebrate their special day, the chef will be putting out a delicious brunch spread on Sunday, May 12th. Winning Wednesdays returns starting in May!! Woohoo! Get ready to win some prizes. Please remember, to be included in the drawing, a purchase of a meal is needed. Friday remains Fish Fry Night, and on Sundays, the clubhouse will close at 3:00pm.

Just a reminder, our very popular Sunday Breakfast Buffet continues all year long. We recommend reservations as we do fill up.

Other friendly reminders: No cell phones in any of the Ddining areas, no smoking at the club or at the pool. Vaping is considered smoking and therefore not allowed.

Farewell to our Seasonal Members and thank you for a great 2023-2024 season. We look forward to serving you soon and it is truly our pleasure.

Warmest Regards,

Geovani Lopez Food & Beverage Manager

Clubhouse

Dress Code

Proper attire is to be worn in accordance with the dress code for the particular areas of the Clubhouse.

GRILLE ROOM & PATIO LUNCH/DINNER

GENTLEMEN: Collared shirts, 1” mock collared golf shirts, slacks, Bermuda style shorts, and plain denim are acceptable. Men are required to remove their hats and tuck their golf shirts. Golf shoes are permitted.

LADIES: Blouses or shirts, with or without sleeves. Bermuda length shorts, Capri pants, skirts, slacks, dresses, or plain denim.

NO denim shorts, cargo shorts/pants exterior pockets on the legs, tank tops, tee shirts, tube tops, frayed or tattered clothing, bathing attire, or athletic wear.

DINING ROOM LUNCH

Same as Grille Room, but no denim or golf shoes permitted.

DINING ROOM DINNER HOURS AND SUNDAYS

GENTLEMEN: Slacks and collared shirt appropriate for upscale casual dining are required for evening events. Dress shorts are permitted.

LADIES: Dresses or traditional style blouses/tops with slacks, Capri pants or skirts are preferred. Bermuda style shorts are acceptable.

CHILDREN: 10 and older are to follow the same dress code as adults

NO cargo shorts/pants, denim, cutoffs, tee shirts, tank tops, bathing and athletic wear, and golf shoes are strictly prohibited. Men are not permitted to wear hats.

Cell phone use is not permitted in The Grille Room or Dining Room. Management discretion will prevail in any questionable situation, and Management decision is final.

FOOD & BEVERAGE

CHEF’S CORNER

The Crème Brûlée Controversy

Crème Brûlée, which translates directly into “burned cream,” is a baked dessert made from heavy cream, eggs, sugar, and vanilla. It has a pudding or custard like consistency, and it’s topped with a crunchy layer of melted sugar that should crack when tapped with a spoon. The dessert is served cold with the caramel top being warm.

The centuries old recipe still has its origin disputed by many countries. France is generally considered the birthplace of today’s known recipe of the rich dessert. The first appearance of a recipe for Crème Brûlée came in 1691, out of a cookbook belonging to a chef to French Royals. Francois Massialot transcribed the early Crème Brûlée recipe in a cookbook called “Royal and Bourgeois Cuisine.”

According to some Culinary Experts his recipe was probably not the first instance of the dessert. Another dish of Spanish origin called Crema Catalana dates to the 14th century and is thought to have inspired Creme Brûlée due to their similarities. The only difference is that Crème Brûlée is made with cream, while Crema Catalana is made with milk.

England is also country that Claims to be the birthplace of Crème Brûlée. They believe it was invented at Trinity College in Cambridge. There the dessert is referred to as “Trinity Burnt Cream.” Crème Brûlée shows up in a lot of recipes and cookbooks under this name around the 1630s. This would mean that Massiatot’s version was 60 years behind the times, it would seem.

Chef Matt Wreski

Crème Brûlée Recipe

Ingredients (serves 8-10)

1 qt Heavy Cream

1 cup Granulated Sugar

1 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract or 1 Vanilla Bean cut in half

12 ea Egg Yolks

Pinch of Salt

Sugar as needed for finishing

1. Heat oven to 250 degrees. In a saucepan, combine cream, vanilla bean or vanilla extract and salt; cook over low heat just until almost at a boil. Let sit for a few minutes, then discard vanilla bean if using.

2. In a bowl, beat yolks and sugar together until lightly fluffed. Stir about a quarter of the vanilla cream into this mixture, then pour sugar-egg mixture into cream and stir. Pour into 8 to 10 ramekins (5-7 ounces) and place ramekins in a baking pan or similar pan.

3. Bake for 30 to 40 minutes, or until the centers are set. Cool completely. Refrigerate for several hours and up to a couple of days.

4. When ready to serve, top each custard with about a teaspoon of sugar in a thin layer.

5. Place ramekins in a broiler 2 to 3 inches from heat source. Turn on broiler. Cook until sugar

Come dine with us every Wednesday night starting May 1st through the end of the September & get into the drawing for our bi-monthly jackpot drawings!

Jackpot Starts With $50 Gift Card & Grows $50 for the Next Drawing until We Have a Winner.

To enter the Jackpot Drawing, purchase a meal between 5pm & 8pm on Wednesdays

The Grille Room is First Come First Serve Reservations can be made for the Main Dining Room.

YOU MUST BE PRESENT TO WIN! MEMBERS, MEMBER'S GUESTS, & RECIPROCAL MEMBERS ONLY!

Hello Beautiful by Ann Napolitano

An emotionally layered and engrossing story of

Future Book Club Selections:

Wednesday June 19th: The Summer Place by Jennifer Weiner

FITNESS & RECREATION

Bocce News – We wrapped up another successful bocce season on March 12th with Toby Johnson’s “Bocce Bruisers” earning bragging rights and the title of Bocce League Champions. Members of the team included Toby Johnson and Sandy Johnson, Fran Dunne and Ken Happ, Kenny and Patty Crews, and Sally and Jim Rhadigan. It was a great season filled with laughter, friendly banter, heartfelt camaraderie, and spirited matches.

A third season of bocce kicked off on March 19th with 48+ CW members continuing to enjoy our bocce league. League play will last seven weeks and wrap up April 30th. Matches are played at 4:00pm and 6:15pm on Tuesday evenings. Come on out to see how CW rolls. The End of Season Tournament for Bocce is scheduled to take place on March 24th and 25th, and winners will be announced in the June/ July/August SOURCE.

Bocce sets are available for play when there is no Cypress Woods event scheduled. The equipment is in the chest at the courts and the code for the lock is available at the Pro Shop or the Administrative Office.

Pickleball News – Open pickleball play continues to be busy with all courts filled with active play in addition to members taking part in beginner lessons on the north courts four days a week. Please continue to use the CWG&CC app to make court reservations for those times when no Club event is scheduled.

In March our winter interclub pickleball teams wrapped up successful seasons in both the SWFL and Estero leagues. Our very own 3.5 Women’s Estero League team took the league championship in their red division. This team of talented ladies included player/captains Sandy Coots and Jeanne Godsill, along with Dorene Drumel, Bernie Cook, Beth Uphoff, Lynda Engel, Odessa Hopkins, Karen Parenteau, Sandy DeZellar, and Barbara Zeidan.

SWFL interclub pickleball league play has begun for the spring season with Cypress Woods men and women competing in six divisions. League play continues through May 11th and there are still spots available on these teams. Please see the SWFL flyer located on these pages for more information.

In February and March, many pickleball players, from beginners to advanced, competed in leadup tournaments designed to introduce our members to tournament play. Mary Kelly and Frank Scutella, Steve Troyano and Carol Morse, Dorene Drumel and Ron Nihill were our beginner, intermediate, and advanced champions, respectively. In our second round of lead up tournament play, Colleen Moore and Skip Zappone, Beth Uphoff and Bill Christos were our beginner, intermediate, and advanced champions, respectively.

The pickleball End of Season tournament is scheduled to be played on March 21st, 22nd, and 25th and winners will be announced in the June/July/August SOURCE.

Check out the Spring Pickleball Court Schedule on these pages and on the courtside bulletin board to find out what’s happening at the courts and when.

For those interested in playing pickleball who do not have equipment, paddles and balls are available at the Pro Shop. Anyone wishing to access the pickleball chest at the courts can reach out to the Pro Shop or the Administrative Office for the combination to the lock.

Who can bring guests to open play? CW owners, renters who have transferred their membership, and those with annual memberships. Social members cannot. If I am an owner, transfer member, annual member, or social member, must I register my guests? Yes, all guests must be registered PRIOR to playing, the limit is 3 guests. Guests MUST be accompanied by their sponsor member; there is a $5 fee per guest/per day.

How do I register my guests? During open play time, guests must be registered by emailing Kathy Burt (accounting@cypresswoodsgolf.com). Guests at any other time may be registered using the CWG&CC mobile app.

If I am playing on the temporary courts, must I register my guests, and must the sponsor member be present? Yes, all guests must be registered, and the sponsor member must be present.

Tennis – Court reservations are now able to be made for the west tennis courts using the CWG&CC mobile app.

Fitness Center – Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week

Pool Reminder - It's spring break season and our Club pool is going to get busier as family and friends visit. Per Cypress Woods Rules and Regulations: “Chairs and loungers may not be reserved. Seating is on a first come, first serve basis. Chairs and/or loungers unoccupied more than 30 minutes may be cleared by the pool attendant.” Out of respect for fellow members, club management is asking members and their guests to please adhere to this rule. Any comments or suggestions regarding our recreational facilities or programs can be sent to Beth Uphoff, Committee Chairman at mbeths48@yahoo.com.

Bocce League Champions

Sally Rhadigan, Jim Rhadigan

Ken Happ, Fran Dunne

Kenny Crews, Patty Crews

Sandy Johnson, Toby Johnson

Intramural Pickleball Champions

Heather Perras , Ed Zane

Kathy Zemcik, Gil Zeidan

Kathy Klindera

Ursula Kaiser (not pictured)

Skip Zappone (not pictured

All

COMMITTEE CORNER

The Audit Committee received audited financial statements on March 11 by the professional accounting firm. A $114,000 operating surplus was identified for 2023. Auditors provided a clean opinion on the audit report. The audit report was shared at the annual homeowners meeting in March and is available for viewing on the Cypress Woods website.

The Finance Committee will be busy during the summer, meeting 3 - 4 times in August and September to work through the budget process. Monthly financials for February were not available due to the departure of the Club’s controller. There is an active search for a new controller who will generate the necessary reports to be reviewed. The financial committee continues to review the current portfolio of investments and existing controls and processes. There is currently $6 million in reserves. Further to the Board Workshop in March, the finance committee will assist to explore the funding options for various projects such as a kitchen expansion and upgrades to the recreational areas.

The Golf Committee is pleased with the progress on pin removal when putting. The GPS has continued to support pace of play. Carts can no longer drive close to the green or in the parking lot. The GHIN handicap system is in place and members must post scores within 24 hours of their round. The 2024-2025 list of events was discussed at the March Committee meeting.

The Long Range Golf Course Refurbishment Committee is an ad hoc sub committee of the Greens and Grounds Committee. It was established in May 2022 and work is now starting to progress. A plan will be developed which will be presented to other committees, staff and owners before going out to bid. The Committee has been working with Chris Clark Construction and recently visited Wildcat Run to tour the course to see how the refurbishment will be done. Our irrigation is over 20 years old and will also be replaced as part of this project. The Putting Green outside the Pro Shop will be the first area to be refurbished during the Summer of 2024. This summer, the golf course will also be surveyed and drone images will be taken. During 2025 the driving range will be redone and then in summer of 2026 the golf course will close and the major work will be completed. The committee welcomes any comments from the members.

The Communication Committee is helping to identify content for the spring (April/May) and summer (June/July/August) editions of The Source. The App continues to be a helpful communication tool. The summer projects for the committee include discussion and re-design of the Cypress Woods website to make it more user friendly and encourage more use by members. A “new” community guidebook will also be developed this summer with important information the owners can keep in their homes as a reference tool. The Committee is working with the House Committee on the end of season events and dining survey.

The Recreation Committee reports an excellent winter season with lots of activity and participation. The committee is looking for any community member who may be qualified and interested to provide AED and CPR training. The committee is requesting the Board to consider revisions to the Spa (hot tub) rules regarding children to be updated to “children must be accompanied by an adult” Members should adhere to the club rule and refrain from reserving of lounge chairs at the Pool or fitness equipment in the fitness center. The Gazebo chairs are reserved for dining members between the hours of 11 - 5. Water Aerobics continues to run through April. The spring pickleball court schedule is now in effect. Replacement of the flags on the pickleball courts to a more effective windsock was requested. It was agreed that members could bring guest(s) to the beginner pickleball lesson area as long as the member was present and the guest fee has been paid. The South West Florida pickleball spring league is now underway. There are 6 Cypress Woods teams participating.

The Strategic Planning Committee presented a review of the Strategic Plan at the March Board Meeting. There have been many accomplishments during the last five years when the original plan was created. An updated SWOT analysis highlighted the Club’s strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats. Members should review the document found on the Cypress Woods website and are encouraged to provide feedback on “what are the critical issues facing Cypress Woods.” An email has been created for your comments strategicplanningcypresswoods@gmail.com.

The House Committee had Chef Matt attend the March meeting to further discuss buffet menus for the next year. A House Committee survey will be sent to members in early May to ask members opinions on the 2023-2024 activities and dining and encourage new ideas. The committee will work through the summer to design the options for 2024-2025. A new line dancing activity was added to complement the Ben Allen Band event on the tennis courts. Winning Wednesday returns on May 1st for the summer.

Welcome New Owners

Brian & Maureen Harris

Joanne Bremer

James & Sharon Leahy

Brian & Jennifer Kennedy

Jay & Evelyn Lipschutz

Paul Tuleja

MASTER ASSOCIATION

NEW MEMBERS:

Please visit our website at www.cypresswoodsgolf.com and click on Member Login, Member Registration, Validate & Create a user account.

ALL MEMBERS:

Log on to our website www.cypresswoodsgolf.com and view our newsletters, restaurant specials, menus, dress code, statements, food minimum, calendars, member directory, and more!

Join our Official Cypress Woods Golf & Country Club Facebook group for Cypress Woods homeowners only.

In Memory

When a member of Cypress Woods passes away, a notice is added to the TV in the foyer. In order to protect the privacy of our members and their families, The Club only sends a club wide email with an obituary when the family of the deceased requests we do so.

Rental News

• Application Process:

• Fill out the Rental Application with all questions answered and required signatures.

• Include a copy of the Lease Agreement between Owner and Tenant.

• Submit a $275.00 Application Fee at least 30 days before the lease start date. For submissions within less than 30 days, add a $100.00 rush processing fee to the application fee.

• Membership Transfer (Optional):

• If opting for Membership Transfer, provide the form along with a $300.00 Transfer Fee.

• Membership Transfer includes access to Golf, Fitness Center, Clubhouse Pool & Spa, tennis and pickleball courts, and a Pro Shop merchandise discount.

• Using the Member ID Card in The Grille Room &/or Dining Room contributes to the owner’s $600 annual Food Minimum.

• Payment Information:

• Payment should be made to “Cypress Woods.”

• Checks can be separate or combined.

• Important Notes:

• Seasonal/part-time tenants don't have charging privileges; they must use a credit card.

• Membership Transfer means relinquishing rights to mentioned amenities.

• Minimum rental period is 30 days.

• Annual full-time tenant Lease Renewals require a new Rental Application and updated Lease submitted at least 30 days before expiration. A $275.00 application fee is required if the time lapses.

• Rules and Regulations:

• Review House & Ground Rules on the website or get a copy from the Clubhouse Administrative Office.

• Tenants are not allowed to have pets as per Bylaws.

• Vehicles need parking stickers or hang tags to avoid penalties.

• Contact Information:

• For questions, contact the Clubhouse Administrative Office at 239-593-3392 or email office@ cypresswoodsgolf.com.

Note for online postings: Clearly state a 30-day minimum rental period and No Pets if using VRBO or other rental sites.

Member Events Policy

• MEMBER EVENT** reservations must be made with member names and numbers for each person no more than 30 days from the event.

• Up to TWO guests per household are allowed for each event.*

• Reservations cancelled more than 48 hours prior to the event will not be charged the event price.

• Reservations cancelled less than 48 hours from the event will be charged full event price if their place cannot be filled from a waiting list.

• No-show reservations will be charged full event price.

• A calendar of events is available in the Lobby and on the website.

• Seats reserved with table assignments made by the Club.

MAJOR HOLIDAYS: EASTER, MOTHER’S DAY, AND THANKSGIVING

Member reservations for Major Holidays will be accepted 75 days out.

* More than 2 guests will be accepted IF the event is not sold out with other Members within 10 days of the event

** A la carte Dinners/Themed Dinners/ Sunday Brunches in our Dining Room are NOT considered “Member Events.”

The Social Events Policy was developed and reviewed by the House Committee. Any questions should be addressed to management.

toMessagesMembers

• Our Covenants require owners to notify the Administrative Office ten (10) days in advance if you are having visitors stay at your place in your absence.

• If you are an owner that rents your unit out, please share important email blasts with your tenants. Since these emails come from the Cypress Woods website, which is for owners only, renters do not receive them. The only means of communicating with renters, is via the owner. Thank you for your cooperation!

ON THE GREENS

GOLF COURSE MAINTENANCE

Cypress Woods Members,

Hello from the golf course maintenance staff. The weather has certainly not been the best this year. We have been spoiled over the last few seasons with warm temperatures and no rain. Hopefully, now that we are out of this El Nino pattern, we will have a great finish to our season.

Taking care of our course has been more important this year than ever. With the slower recovery of turf, filling divots and repairing ball marks is crucial. One comment that continues to come up is golfers yanking flag sticks out of the hole which damages the edge of the cups. It takes no more time to pull the flagstick straight out correctly and carefully. When you consider how many rounds we play daily, the cup edges naturally get worn, so please help us keep them at their best by removing the flagstick properly.

Greens are recovering from the El Nino weather, and the Tees and Fairways are starting to green up and grow. We have been spraying multiple fertilizer apps on these areas and others that need it. This will get our Bermuda off to a great spring start. Once the Greens start to grow, we will begin vertical mowing to promote lateral growth and help with thatch layers. If you have played recently, you may have noticed small holes punched in the greens. This helps with water movement/ management as well as thatch control. In the growing season, we will continue to do this periodically as needed, but the holes will cover over in 2-3 days and will not affect the ball roll. This process is required to provide the best putting surface possible.

Also, please continue to fill divots and repair ball marks on the greens. Thank you.

Cisco Navas

Golf Course Maintenance

AROUND THE CLUB

Rhinestone Cowgirl Tournament

Our Mission Statement is to provide the membership with the highest quality country club experience, ensuring professionalism and financial stability, resulting in premium value, outstanding amenities, and services to all Cypress Woods members.

Office Hours:

8:30AM-5PM, Monday – Friday

Phone Directory

PRO SHOP: 239-592-7860

RESTAURANT:

239-593-5311

ADMINISTRATION: 239-593-3392

Email Directory

GENERAL INQUIRY: frontdesk@cypresswoodsgolf.com

ADMINISTRATION:

Hollie Tuell

Membership & Communications Director communications@cypresswoodsgolf.com

Jada Chambers Office Administrator Office@cypresswoodsgolf.com

Kathy Burt Accounting accounting@cypresswoodsgolf.com

Kyle Angell Controller controller@cypresswoodsgolf.com

PRO SHOP:

Chris Phillips

Head Golf Professional headpro@cypresswoodsgolf.com

Sam Tolleson

Assistant Head Golf Professional asstpro@cypresswoodsgolf.com

RESTAURANT:

Geovani Lopez

Food and Beverage Manager fandbmanager@cypresswoodsgolf.com

Matthew Wreski

Executive Chef chef@cypresswoodsgolf.com

GENERAL MANAGER: Grace Lennon gm@cypresswoodsgolf.com

MAY - SEPTEMBER 2024

Dining Hours

MONDAY

Grille Room/Terrace/Main Dining Room Lunch 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Bar Closes at 5:00 PM

TUESDAY

Grille Room/Terrace/Main Dining Room 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Bar Closes at 5:00 PM

WEDNESDAY (Rib Night)

**First Wednesday of the Month- Member Social

Grille Room/Terrace/Main Dining Room – 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM

THURSDAY

Grille Room/Terrace/Main Dining Room – 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM

FRIDAY (Fish Fry)

Grille Room/Terrace/Main Dining Room – 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM

SATURDAY

Grille Room/Terrace - Lunch 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Bar Closes at 5:00 PM

SUNDAY

Grille Room & Dining Room – Breakfast - 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Grille Room/Terrace – Lunch – 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Bar Closes at 3:00 PM

Reservations are accepted in the Main Dining Room and Terrace and are highly recommended. The Dress Code is respectfully required.

RESERVATIONS 239-593-5311

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