PINEWILD
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Music at the Park | October 24 | 2 PM - 5 PM
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A MESSAGE FROM CHRIS
UPCOMING EVENTS
PINEWILD MEN’S ASSOCIATION
PINEWILD WOMEN’S ASSOCIATION
PINEWILD AZALEA LEAGUE
TURF TALK
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ON THE COURSE & IN THE SHOP
DR. DREW’S WELLNESS MINUTE
PINEWILD HAPPENINGS
EVENT CALENDAR
AQUATICS
CONSTRUCTION UPDATE
A Message from Chris Hello Fall. We have had some great weather of late as we roll into October and look for this to continue as we close-out another busy year. The last few Member and Golf Association events will be contested in October and into early November. This to include the Men’s Medalist Championship on the 2nd and 3rd of October, and the Men’s and Women’s Club Championship on the 8th, 9th and 10th of October. Advisory Board News… The election of new Members to the Advisory Board was completed in September. Thank you to all the Members who volunteered to run for the Board. Congratulations to the three new Members joining the Board, Chris Cogan, Kirk Schultze and Catherine Niebauer. Thank you as well to the three Members who have just recently left the Board. Steve Merkel [President] Stephen Bailey and Danny Logan. Your dedication to the Board and support of our Club is sincerely appreciated. Purpose of the Advisory Board remains to be responsible for knowing the position of the members on all issues of importance and communicating that position to the Owner/Management. The Board shall, along with Owner/Management, be responsible for achieving and maintaining membership satisfaction with the Club; to the extent same may be accomplished through liaison and cooperation with Owner/Management. As a reminder, with the temporary Snack Bar and Golf Shop occupying the Pickleball Courts, Ownership continues to offer the Membership the opportunity to utilize the Pickleball facilities at 7 Lakes Racquet Club while ours are unavailable. A great opportunity to get out and play, with more information available HERE. Thanks to all the Members who so enthusiastically supported the Water Aerobics sessions, we had a great Summer, with the season extended through September. Thank You to Jo de Brigard for another great season teaching and motivating all the participants. Thank you to the entire Membership for the continued support and I look forward to seeing all out around the Wild. Christopher Little, PGA General Manager
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Upcoming
E V E N T S Calloway Fitting Day October 7 | 10:00 AM | Driving Range
Club Championship October 9-11 | Magnolia/Holly/Magnolia
Titleist Fitting Day October 14 | Driving Range
Trivia October 14 | 6:15 PM | Clara McLean House
Monster Dash October 24 | 10:00 AM
Music in the Park October 24 | 2:00 PM | Pinewild Park
Couples Golf October 25 | Magnolia Course
Mizuno Fitting Day October 28 | 10:00 AM | Driving Range
Two Hour Social October 30 | 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Welcome NEW Members We are so glad that you have called Pinewild Home. Andrew Griffin and Sarah Treadaway
Bill and Beth Thomae
James and Amy Flinn
Lou and Kathleen Baker
Bill and Kristin Crowell
Rudolph and Eileen Socey
Fred and Jill Ferares
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NEWS
from the
Pinewild Men’s Golf Association
Congratulations also to Brian Macconnachie, who bested a field of 30 other members to claim the PMGA Putting Championship for the second consecutive year!
🏆 Holly Challenge Champions
Executive Board Corner: The perfect for golfing Sandhills fall weather has arrived!!! Come on out on Thursdays and play PMGA!! Open to all male members of the Pinewild Country Club of Pinehurst, the PMGA is all about fellowship, meeting new members, playing different sorts of games, and always having fun. Please email questions to PMGA@pinewildcc.com.
The Holly Challenge is a handicapped match-play tournament contested on the Holly Course. Players were flighted based on their declared tees, with matches beginning in April and continuing once a month.
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Blue/White Flight Champion: Jim Slate Runner-Up: Michael Bergstrom
President’s Cup & Putting Championship Team USA takes the President’s Cup! On September 17, Team USA captured the day with a 7.5 to 5.5 victory over the International Team.
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Gold Flight Champion: Mark Voetsch Runner-Up: Dave Ryan
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Red/Green Flight Champion: Jim Young Runner-Up: Tom Cecka
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N E W S from the Pinewild Men’s Golf Association 🏌️ Around the Courses
The Coveted Blazer Has New Owners! Nick Kelble and Tim Pittman defeated Bill Leonard and Mike Glaspy 3 & 2 to capture the Blazer!
August 27 | ABCD on Magnolia The scramble format came with a twist: a roll of the die on each hole determined which tee the players would use.
🥇 1st (-17): Paul Kersnick, Stephen Bailey & Vince Gordon 🥈 2nd (-12): Tom Nussbaum, Steve Ross & Jack Lichtenberger 🥉 3rd (-11): Tim Jacobs, Steve Leggett & Caird
First played in 1995, the Blazer is Pinewild Country Club’s longest-running Men’s tournament. This year, 52 PMGA members entered as two-man teams and were randomlyseeded into a bracket. Beginning in April, teams competed once a month in two-man four-ball matches, ultimately leading to the championship match.
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Closest to the Pin #3 Chip LeBlanc | #7 Keith Maresca | #12 Keith Maresca | #15 Tom Nussbaum September 3 | Peer Play on Holly Blue & White Tee Flight 1st Gross: RJ Fabian, 72 1st Net: Jeff Streich, 67 2nd Net: Roy Rogers, 72 Congratulations to Nick and Tim on adding their names to this longstanding Pinewild tradition!
Gold Tee Flight 1st Gross: Tom Nussbaum, 77 1st Net: Mike Apodaca, 68 2nd Net: Lou Bologna, 72 Red & Green Tee Flight 1st Gross: Steve Ross, 80 1st Net: Caird Vandersloot, 71 2nd Net: Lee D'Onle, 71 Closest to the Pin #3 RJ Fabian #8 Jack Lichtenberger #12 Mike Braaten #17 Steve Ross
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N E W S from the Pinewild Men’s Golf Association September 10 | 1 BB on Magnolia Players took on Magnolia using only three selected clubs plus a putter.
🥇 1st (-13): Mike Braaten, Sean Rowand, Lee D'Onle & Dan Angus 🥈 2nd (-12): Chip LeBlanc, Tim Pittman, Richard The PMGA has welcomed 16 new members in Schnare & Bob Behnke
2026! A special welcome to our newest member, Chip Tomlinson. We’re glad to have you!
Closest to the Pin #3 Tim Jacobs | #7 Caird Vandersloot | #12 Steve Ross | #15 Nick Kelble
PMGA Upcoming Events: October 1, 2026 Peer Play-High to Low | Closes: Wed, Sep 30 October 8, 2026 Peer Play Rescheduled Medal Series #8 (Low to High) | Opens: Thu, Oct 1
⛳ Aces on Holly!
October 13, 2026 Medal Series Championship Rnd-1-Magnolia
Rick Grieshaber | Career Ace #4 Congratulations to Rick Grieshaber, who recorded his fourth career hole-in-one on September 22! Rick aced the 119-yard 12th hole on Holly with a 7-iron.
October 14, 2026 Medal Series Championship Rnd-2-Holly October 15, 2026 Medal Series Championship Rnd-3-Magnolia
The shot was witnessed by Chip LeBlanc, Rich Winkley, and Ken Pitzer.
October 22, 2026 ABCD-(Shamble) Best Drive, Play Own Ball In, 3 BB Count, 2 Drives Each | Opens: Thu, Oct 15
Bill Page | Career Ace #2 Congratulations to Bill Page, who recorded his second career ace on August 5 on Holly’s 8th hole. Bill used a 6-iron from 142 yards.
October 29, 2026 Peer Play-Low to High | Opens: Thu, Oct 22
The shot was witnessed by Bob Cormier, Bill Summers, and Craig Gentry.
November 05, 2026 CLOSER | More Info
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N E W S from the Pinewild Men’s Golf Association PINEWILD MEN PROVIDE $15,000 TO LOCAL MILITARY CHARITIES The Pinewild Men’s Golf Association (PMGA) concluded the 4-event Armed Forces Cup in May. Teams were comprised of military veterans from the four branches of the United States Armed Forces and non-veteran golfer “draftee/volunteers.” It was a very competitive round-robin tournament that concluded with the Navy team being victorious. The Navy team chose to split the $15,000 in contributions received from our sponsors, which is the largest amount in the 10-year history of the tournament. Mission First K9 will receive $10,000 and Military Missions in Action will receive $5,000 for their local veteran-centric programs.
Pictured are Dave Niedermaier (Navy Team Captain) and Tom Nussbaum (PMGA President) presenting a check to the Mission First K9 organization founders and operators Kristen and Nathan Botts and Stacey Buckner, Executive Director of Off-Road Outreach. Mission First K9 exists to restore purpose, confidence, and connection for veterans and their K9 partners. Through structured training, education, and supportive guidance; Mission First K9 empowers veterans with the skills to navigate PostTraumatic Stress Disorder, Traumatic Brain Injury, and other service-related challenges while giving rescue dogs a safe path to a stable, meaningful home.
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N E W S from the Pinewild Men’s Golf Association
Presenting a check to Military Missions in Action (MMIA) Regional Community Manager Natalie Collorafi are Navy Team member Nick Weltmann, Tom Nussbaum (PMGA President), Navy team members Dave Ryan, Dan Angus (and Reggie), Tom Scott, and Steve Ross. MMIA is dedicated to assisting Veterans with disabilities, homeless Veterans and members of the Armed Forces, and their families through three main programs: Operation Building Hope, which provides handicap accessibility for the homes of Veterans; Fill The Footlocker provides health and hygiene items, snacks, and winter wear to unhoused Veterans; and Homes For Healing that provides new and gently used household furnishings to assist Veterans, active-duty service members, those Veterans who were recently unhoused, and their family members in establishing housing stability.
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NEWS from the
Pinewild Women’s
Golf Association Great Golf, Great Competition & Cooler Days Ahead September brought plenty of great golf for the PWGA, from CGA Play Day and a Solheim-style tune-up to team competition on Holly. Congratulations to all of our September winners!
🏆 September 1 | CGA Play Day & Stableford |
Holly Course A great turnout kicked off the month, with 14 Red Tee players competing in the CGA Play Day and 8 Green Tee golfers taking on an Individual Stableford format.
🌟 CGA Play Day Honors
Jean Lee captured the overall Red Tee honor with a net 71, edging Marla LeBlanc’s net 72. Jean will receive a commemorative CGA pendant at the PWGA year-end Closing function. Carol Angus, the previous week’s Green Tee winner, will also receive a commemorative CGA pendant. Congratulations, Jean and Carol!
🟢 Green Tee | Individual Stableford
1st: Carol Angus – 36 points 2nd: Rosemary LaCoste – 33 points 3rd: Sally Manich – 33 points (SCP)
🎯 Closest to the Pin, Holly #17: Jody Young
🔴 Red Tee | CGA Play Day
Flight 1 1st: Marla LeBlanc, Even Par 2nd: Donna Rotondo, +2 3rd: Susan Smith, +3 Flight 2 1st: Jean Lee, -1 2nd: Nancy Jacobs, +3 3rd: Julie Streich, +5
🎯Closest to the Pin
Holly #3 (HCP 0–20): Charlene McKay Holly #17: Peggy Kepler
☀️ September 8 | Solheim Tune-Up| Magnolia
Course Twenty-six golfers enjoyed cooler temperatures and sunshine for a fun Solheim-style tune-up featuring three different formats: Holes 1–6: Alternate Shot Holes 7–12: Scramble Holes 13–18: One Net Best Ball of the twosome
🔴 Red Flight
1st Gross: Ellen Connors & Jean Grieshaber, +3 1st Net: Ann Lawson & Donna Rotondo, +2
🟢 Green Tee | Flight 1
1st Gross: Tracey Evans & April Zelinski – +10 1st Net: Robin Timothy & Trish Robinson – -2
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NEWS from the
Pinewild Women’s
Golf Association 🟢 Green Tee | Flight 2
1st Gross: Karen Fitch & Rita Weber, +14 1st Net: Ruthann Porter & Cheryl Stagner, -2
🎯 Closest to the Pin
Hole #7 (HCP 0–20): Ellen Connors Hole #12 (Red Tee): Ellen Connors Hole #7 (HCP 21+): Cheryl Stagner
🍂 September 15 | ABCD Team Event | Holly
Course Twenty women took advantage of a beautiful September day for an ABCD One Net Best Ball team competition.
🏆 Team Results
1st Place | 10 Under Par Julie Streich • Sue Hubbard • Karen Holtz • Kaye Marrale
🍁 The Best Golf of the Season Is Here!
After a hot summer, cooler temperatures are finally arriving, bringing some of the best golf weather of the year. We hope to see you out on the fairways, ladies! PWGA Upcoming Events October 6, 2026 2 Net BB on the Front, 1 Net BB on the Back October 13, 2026 Holly vs. Magnolia Finale | Closes: Thu, Oct 15 October 20, 2026 1 BB Gross & Net; 50/50 | Opens: Mon, Oct 12 October 27, 2026 Halloween on the Holly (Pick your Foursome) | Opens: Mon, Oct 19
2nd Place | 9 Under Par Sally Manich • Trish Robinson • Rosemary LaCoste • Ruthann Porter
🎯 Closest to the Pin
Holly #8 • Red Tees: Jan Kersnick • Green Tees: Sally Manich Holly #17 • HCP 20 & Under: Sally Manich • HCP 21 & Above: Karen Holtz 11
N E W S from the Pinewild Women’s Golf Association In an unprecedented double victory, PWGA’s Interclub Team 1 and 2 both won the 2026 season of Moore County Interclub! It was an exciting finish to a closely contested season. Coming into the final matches played Tuesday Sept 15th at Pinehurst #9, both teams were positioned well but were behind the season leaders. Team 1 met the challenge, playing hard and bringing home the victory! With the outcome undecided until the last match was posted, it could not have been closer. Pinewild Team I secured the victory with a winning margin of just one point over the season and came home with the Trophy. Team 2 also had an exciting finish in securing their repeat win and retaining the Trophy. Coming into this match, the point leader had a bye and could not improve. Playing against the second place team, Pinewild Team 2 played well and came out victorious. It was a closely contested season with Pinewild Team 2 winning by just 11/2 points over the season and for the second year in a row.
Pictured: Ellen Connors, Jean Grieshaber, Marjory Cecka, Charlene McKay, April Zelinski, Robin Timothy, Susan Smith, Marla LeBlanc, Karen Fitch, RJ Peppe, Tracey Evans, Carol Pitzer, Paula Fitzpatrick, Kit Simpson, Donna Rotondo, Jill Hemingway, Ann Lawson, Linda Schneiter, Laurie Fabian, Marianne Nugent and Tami Ostroski Not Pictured: Leslie Beglin, Debra Smith, Heidi Sankey, Judith Kelley, Nancy Jacobs, Rose Ward, Madeline Barry, Kathy McGushin, Sally Manich, Cheryl Stagner and Sue Hubbard 12
N E W S from the Pinewild Women’s Golf Association Interclub is definitely a team effort and the following are the players who participated in the matches throughout the season to help bring home these wins: TEAM 1: Leslie Beglin, Ellen Connors, Tracey Evans, Paula Fitzpatrick, Jean Grieshaber, Marla LeBlanc, Charlene McKay, Tami Ostroski, Donna Rotondo, Heidi Sankey, Kit Simpson, Debra Smith and Susan Smith. TEAM 2: Marjory Cecka, Tracey Evans, Laurie Fabian. Karen Fitch, Jill Hemingway, Nancy Jacobs, Judith Kelley, Ann Lawson, Marianne Nugent, RJ Peppe, Carol Pitzer, Donna Rotondo, Debra Smith, Linda Schneiter, Robin Timothy, Rose Ward, April Zelinski and Madeline Barry Alternates: Kathy McGushin, Sally Manich, Cheryl Stagner and Sue Hubbard End of Season Standings
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Interclub Team 1 Pinewild — 188 Pinehurst Classic — 187 Mid South — 18 CCNC — 180.5 Pinehurst Signature — 170.5 Forest Creek — 169
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Interclub Team 2 Pinewild — 152 Pinehurst Signature — 150.5 Pinehurst Classic — 147.5 Seven Lakes — 141 Whispering Pines — 129 Congratulations to all and thank you for supporting Moore County Interclub. Team 1 Captains Ellen Connors and Jean Grieshaber Team 2 Captains Laurie Fabian and Rose Ward
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PINEWILD AZALEA
League PAL News and Results
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The PALs wrapped up the summer with plenty of great golf, from casual heat-friendly scrambles to individual competition. Congratulations to all of our recent winners!
⛳ PALs: August 25 – September 22 August 25 🏆 Scramble Winners:
Elaine Bologna • Madeline Barry • Pamela Yannoni • Amy Holland
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September 1 Scramble Winners: Rebecca Weltmann • Cathy Ghiglieri • Katie Dahlberg
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September 8 Scramble Winners: Lisa Rowand • Tanuel Noble • Mary Sommer • Jan Behnke
🎯 Closest to the Pin, Hole #5: Rebecca Weltmann September 22 The PALs changed up the format with individual gross and net competition across four flights. Low Gross Winners Flight 1: Cathy Ghiglieri, 34 Flight 2: Jean Weiler, 35 Flight 3: Georgia Marlowe, 38 Flight 4: Barbara Gannett, 42
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🏆 Low Net Winners
Flight 1: Cathy Ghiglieri, 23 Flight 2: Pamela Yannoni, 21 Flight 3: Jan Behnke, 21 Flight 4: Barbara Gannett, 24
🎯 Closest to the Pin, Hole #1: Chris Novak September 15 The PALs closed out their scheduled scramble season in exciting fashion! Twenty-two ladies took to the course for the final scramble, which ended in a three-way tie for first place, with each team shooting 1-under-par 26. Congratulations to all three teams! First Place Teams: Cathy Ghiglieri • Ellen Burke • Sue Baughman Rebecca Weltmann • Catherine Niebauer • Pat Voestsch • Christine O’Brien Chris Novak • Pamela Yannoni • Anita Lichtenberger • Lisa Page
Up Next: Tickle Me Pink! The PALs are getting ready for the Tickle Me Pink Tournament on Tuesday, October 6! Festivities kick off the day before with a luncheon and fashion show on Monday, October 5, at the Clara McClean House.
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Congratulations to all of our PALs, and good luck at Tickle Me Pink!
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TURF
Talk
October brings cooler temperatures to the Sandhills, allowing our Golf Course Maintenance team to begin transitioning from the demands of summer mowing to important fall projects and turf care. Below is what you’ll see around the courses this month.
Key Projects Include Annual Bluegrass Prevention Continue pre-emergent applications to manage annual bluegrass before it becomes established and help maintain consistent playing surfaces. Spring Dead Spot Prevention Apply preventative treatments to protect warm-season turf from Spring Dead Spot and promote healthier conditions as the turf transitions into dormancy. Preparing Turf for Winter Gradually raise mowing heights on greens, tees, and fairways during October to strengthen the turf and help prepare it for the winter months. Holly Course Continue selective tree removal around the 3rd green complex while restoring the native sandy area behind and to the right of the green.
Azalea Course Continue targeted goosegrass removal to protect bentgrass health, maintain turf quality, and provide consistent putting conditions.
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ON THE Course &
In the Shop Kyle Kirk, PGA Director of Golf CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP AND FALL FITTINGS It is that time of the year… The bagpiper will be visiting next Friday, October 9th, for the Women’s Club Championship and the Match Play portion of the Men’s Club Championship. We are excited for this year's member participation. We encourage all members to come and watch the finals of the Men’s Match Play on Sunday afternoon. The final matches have proven to be a great display of golf and camaraderie while cartgating with other members. If you couldn't participate this year but would like to join next year’s event, you may want to update your equipment to improve your chances in 2027. We all know it is never the golfer, but their equipment; they must update their clubs.We have a few more fitting opportunities to close the fall season with Callaway, TaylorMade, Mizuno, and others to help you in preparation for next year’s Club Championship. We hope to see you out watching the Club Championship; you may even pick up a tip on how to celebrate with Champagne! For those who want to stay in and keep warm and cozy, the Golf Shop is starting to receive outerwear and hoodies. On Monday, November 9th, as we honor Veterans Week, the Carolina PGA will host its third annual Birdie Blitz. Pinewild has joined in helping support the cause. Pinewild’s team will be represented by Jason Kaiser Jr. and me, as we have pledged to make 12 birdies total to help raise funds to support our military. Wish us luck!
FALL FITTING DAYS CONTINUE IN OCTOBER Fall is a great time to take a closer look at your equipment, and Fitting Days are continuing at Pinewild this October! Mark your calendar for these upcoming fitting opportunities, all held on the Driving Range: Callaway Fitting Day | October 7 | 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Titleist Fitting Day | October 14 Mizuno Fitting Day | October 28 | 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Appointments can fill quickly, so if you would like to secure your spot, please contact the Golf Shop at 910-295-5145. 17
ON THE Course &
In the Shop Birdie Blitz
BIRDIES FOR A BIGGER PURPOSE Two-person teams will play as many par-3 holes as possible (estimated 36 holes) in a captain’s choice format - all to reaise funds for PGA REACH Carolines.
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 9
10 AM - 3 PM
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SUPPORTING A BRIGHTER TOMORROW THROUGH GOLF The Birdie Blitz supports the mission of PGA REACH Carolinas, using the game of golf to make a positive impact through three important areas:
Azalea Course Providing scholarships, equipment, and opportunties to grow the game.
Military Supporting PGA HOPE (Helping Our Patriots Everywhere)
Inclusion Expanding opportunities to experience and enjoy the game of golf.
LAST YEAR’S IMPACT 2nd Annual Birdie Blitz brought in $72,000
HOW YOU CAN HELP
MAKE A BIRDIE PLEDGE
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DONATE
Dr. Drew’s WELLNESS MINUTE
Power Starts at the Core Build rotational strength, improve stability, and stay strong through every swing. As we move into my favorite season to play golf here in the Pines, I want to take a moment to discuss the importance of Core Musculature in the golf swing. Our core muscles are the driving force for creating power & speed in the golf swing. Outside of traditional core strengthening (i.e. crunches, planks, etc.) it is key to also work on rotational strength to promote more speed and force through the hitting zone. A strong core also improves spinal stability and helps to minimize risk of back injuries AKA keeps us all on the golf course!
Exercises
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Pinewild HAPPENINGS Linden Garden Club OCTOBER MEETING - NATIVE PLANTS OF THE SANDHILLS We invite you to our October 15 meeting with Namaste Arey, owner of Meadowflower Farm in Aberdeen and co-chair of the Sandhills Chapter of the Native Plant Society. She will present “Plant This, Not That” and offer native Sandhills plants for sale. Cami Gregg, also co-chair, will discuss the Society’s local outreach and programs. We hope this program inspires greater interest in native plants and encourages their use in the Sandhills community. Due to renovations at the Pinewild clubhouse, the meeting will be held at the Pinecrest Inn, 50 Dogwood Road, Village of Pinehurst. The luncheon fee is $29. If you're attending but not having lunch, the fee is $5 and includes non-alcoholic beverages. The cancellation deadline is Monday, October 12. Please make checks payable to the Linden Garden Club of Pinewild. New members and guests are always welcome! You don’t need to be a seasoned gardener to enjoy our meetings. To join or attend as a guest, please contact Membership Chair Janet Farrell at lindengardenclub@gmail.com. We hope you can join us!
OCTOBER: A GREAT TIME TO PUT DOWN ROOTS October is an excellent month to plant in North Carolina’s Sandhills (Zone 8a). With cooler temperatures and warm soil, plants can establish strong root systems before winter. Fall planting also reduces summer heat stress and gives plants time to become established before next spring’s growing season. Consider adding native trees and shrubs to your landscape this month. Red buckeye (Aesculus pavia), witch hazel (Hamamelis virginiana), American elderberry (Sambucus canadensis), eastern redbud (Cercis canadensis), flowering dogwood (Cornus florida), American holly (Ilex opaca), and sourwood (Oxydendrum arboreum) are just a few choices that can provide beauty and wildlife benefits while being well suited to our region. Continued on next page... 20
OCTOBER: A GREAT TIME TO PUT DOWN ROOTS Sourwood is especially valued by pollinators. Its summer flowers are a favorite of bees, and the nectar produces the distinctive sourwood honey prized for its rich, buttery flavor with subtle caramel and spice notes. I pick up a bottle every time I find it to slather on warm biscuits in autumn. When planting, select plants carefully for your site’s conditions, including sunlight, soil, moisture, and available space. The NC Cooperative Extension Plant Toolbox is an excellent resource for researching plants and finding information about their growing requirements. Link below. Newly planted trees and shrubs still need regular watering in the fall while their roots establish. Water deeply and monitor plants during dry periods. Fall is an excellent time to put down roots for the seasons ahead. A little planning now can give your landscape a strong start when spring arrives. Claudia Watson, NC Cooperative Extension Master Gardener Volunteer
If you are planning a September planting project, these resources are a helpful place to begin: NCDA&CS Soil Testing NC State Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox
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Your Month
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Save the Date FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13 FROM 3 PM - 5 PM The Annual Car Show is making a comeback! While construction has kept this Pinewild tradition on pause, we’re bringing it back on a smaller scale this year as a preview of its full return next year. Save the date and stay tuned for more details! 28
Aquatics Pinewild Pool There’s still time to enjoy a little poolside relaxation this fall! Grab your favorite pool noodle and make the most of these final weeks at the pool before it closes for the season on October 31. Before heading over, be sure to check daily updates on hours and conditions here: Pool Condition and Updates Open daily, 8:00 AM to 30 minutes before sunset. Closed Tuesday mornings (before 11:00 AM) as needed for maintenance.
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Construction U P D AT E The fun part is starting. Check out the flyover here. We’re reaching the stage where the Clubhouse is looking less like a construction site and more like the place we’ve all been waiting for. All base paving is now in place in the new parking areas, new landscaping has been installed around the pool, and interior drywall is approximately 75% complete. Work has begun on the new cart paths and service road behind the clubhouse and tennis courts. Next week, we'll begin installing the new clubhouse windows. If you haven't seen it, Kyle recently walked us through the interior. The work is moving quickly, so expect to see some progress in those spaces in the next few updates.
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Golf Shop | 910.295.5145 or 800.523.1499 Course Maintenance | 910.295.5677
Food & Beverage | 910.295.5732 Administration | 910.295.8904
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