WP Newsletter January/February 2021

JANUARY I FERUARY 2021

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COUNTRY CLUB AT PLANTATION THE COUNTRYTHE CLUB AT WAKEFIELD WAKEFIELD PLANTATION

YOUR CLUB

THE COUNTRY CLUB AT WAKEFIELD PLANTATION STAFF:

JANUARY & FEBRUARY HOURS OF OPERATION (Plantation Room, Tavern & Terrace)

Michael Thomas mthomas@ccwakefieldplantation.com Club Manager

Lunch Tuesday-Sunday I 11:00am-4:00pm *Reservations not required, 1st come 1st serve

Matt McConnell matt@mcconnellgolf.com Membership Director

Dinner Thursday, Friday & Saturday I 5:00pm-8:00pm *Reservations required for Plantation Dining Room Terrace & Tavern 1st come 1st serve

Kasey Olive kolive@mcconnellgolf.com Member Services

CURBSIDE TO-GO Tuesday & Sunday's I 11:00am-4:00pm Wednesday-Saturday I 11:00am-8:00pm HALFWAY CAFE Tuesday I 9:00am-4:00pm Wednesday-Sunday I 9:00am-5:00pm

In leiu of our normal beverage cart service on the course we have introduced our New & Improved Halfway Cafe! We will offer Beer, Wine, Spirits & Snacks to enjoy with outdoor seating to relax during play.

GOLF SHOP, GOLF COURSE & PRACTICE FACILITY Golf Shop Hours: Tuesday-Sunday I 8:00am-5:00pm

First Tee Time Tuesday-Sunday I 9:00am TENNIS Monday-Thursday I 8:00am-6:00pm Friday-Sunday I 8:00am-4:00pm SPORTS CLUB Monday-Thursday: 8:00am-8:00pm Friday-Sunday: 8:00am-6:00pm FITNESS HOURS Monday-Thursday: 7:30am first slot/7:30pm last time slot Friday-Sunday: 7:30am first time slot/6:00pm last time slot

Trey Yoder tyoder@ccwakefieldplantation.com Food & Beverage Director Todd Jackson tjackson@ccwakefieldplantation.com Executive Chef Courtney Tatum catering@ccwakefieldplantation.com Director of Catering & Events Adam McLaughlin amclaughlin@ccwakefieldplantation.com Director of Golf Natalie Clemens nclemens@ccwakefieldplantation.com Corporate Director of Wellness & Activities Todd Lawrence tlawrence@ccwakefieldplantation.com Director of Maintenance Operations Kyle Thortsen kthortsen@ccwakefieldplantation.com Corporate Director of Tennis

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WAKEFIELD PLANTATION PHONE NUMBERS Main Number I 919-488-5100 Golf Shop I 919-488-5200 Tennis Shop I 919-488-1930 Fitness/Pool I 919-348-4385 Membership Sales I 919-488-5205 Catering I 919-488-5211 Dining Reservations I 919-488-5100 ext. 7031 Member Accounting I 919-488-5100 ext. 7011 Member Activities I 919-488-5100 ext. 7015

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CLUB NEWS I hope this finds everyone well and rested from the holidays. We are excited to begin this New Year as we have a lot of new events, programs and camps to roll out. We cannot thank you enough for your support of the club and our staff.

Your generosity with the Holiday Fund is so very much appreciated by every member of the staff.

Our Wakefield Plantation Family has grown over the past few months as Matt McConnell and his wife Karah welcomed baby daughter Jacquelyn into this world on November 5th. Nine days later on November 14th, Kasey Olive married Stewart Outen. On December 15th, Erica Britt and her husband Jake welcomed son Louie into this world. We are excited to welcome Jacquelyn, Stewart and Louie into our Wakefield Plantation Family.

We are very fortunate to have a veteran staff with lots of experience. Please do not hesitate to reach out should we be of any assistance to you and your guests. We are anticipating Covid-19 being an issue for at least the first half of the year.

You can be certain that we will be putting on fun events while continuing to host them in a safe manner.

Courtney Tatuam ~ Director of Catering Trey Yoder ~ Director of Food & Beverage Adam McLaughlin ~ Director of Golf Kyle Thortsen ~ Director of Tennis

Matt McConnell ~ Membership Director Todd Jackson ~ Executive Chef Natalie Clemens ~ Director of Member Activities & Wellness Kasey Olive ~ Member Services Coordinator

Again, we thank you for your support of the club and McConnell Golf. We hope to see you around the club soon. Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions as my door is always open.

Best Wishes for a safe and happy New Year!

Michael Thomas, Club Manager LOOKING BACK ON 2020!

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MEMBERSHIP Dear Members, 2020 may not have been the best year for many but it was a great year for Wakefield Plantation junior golfer Liam King. On January 1st, Liam started 2020 with a hole-in-one on #8 at Camelback Golf Club in Scottsdale, Arizona.

From 113 yards out, the then 8 year old struck the ball with his 3 wood for his first hole-in-one. But one wasn't enough. While playing in the Wakefield Plantation Junior Club Championship on Sunday, October 18th, Liam hit his 2nd hole-in-one on #11 with his 4 hybrid from 127 yards out.

In addition to his 2 hole-in-one this year, Liam also qualified for and played in the U.S. Kids World Championship in Pinehurst this past summer. The now 9 year old had a great golf year and we look forward to many more ahead from Liam at Wakefield Plantation.

Please help me welcome our new members!

James & Jill Barrett with Children Xander and Jordan John & Stacy Bluth with children Mollie and Spencer Rebekah Brandstatter Alan & Hannah Broughton with children Myer and Madalyn Charles & Karen Clark Richard & Sheree Cohen Barrett & Megan Gift Richard & Cathy Hardison Josh & Claire Limon with child Josie Rae Yangil & Michiko Ogawa Row with daughter Mica Ryan & Shana Perry with children Jeron and Ryleigh Jamille Robbins & Kristin Lusk Todd & Kathryn Shanaberger with children Austin, Maxton, Ian and Lainey Chris & Jennifer Shelton with children Jackson, Hudson, and Grayson Glen & Courtney Tellefsen with children Michael and Chloe Matt McConnell, Membership Director

WHY CAN'T WE PLAY ON FROZEN GREENS?

When a green freezes, the plant and underlying soil becomes one hard unit. As the sun warms the green, it begins to thaw from the surface. This is a very critical time because the upper portion containing plants and roots has thawed and the lower portion containing the root mass is still frozen. At this time, any movement on the green (golf play) serves the roots from the plant. The damage that occurs leaves the plant with a short root system that will take several months to grow back.

In the winter, when the soil temperatures are below 50 degrees, the roots grow very little. Therefore, any repair to the damaged roots will not begin until spring. Instead of adding onto the root depth established in the fall these areas will be starting over. They will be limited in root mass and more susceptible to the stresses of summer. For this reason we do not allow any play until the greens are completely thawed. Depending on the depth to which the greens are frozen they will need several hours to several days of sun and warm temperatures to completely thaw. By allowing the thawing process to take place we eliminate the damage that would occur. The stronger the root system gives the plant a greater opportunity to survive the stresses of heat and disease in the spring and summer that means healthier greens.

Todd Lawrence, Director of Maintenance Operations

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WP buzz Look who’s talking about our club! Please enjoy a few of our favorite social media mentions below – and keep sharing your experiences by tagging Country Club at Wakefield Plantation on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for a chance to be featured in the next newsletter.

mountainrunningmom Great tennis tournament today in Raleigh! Safe and socially distanced. Missing the Breedens! @labrover

Jacqueline Whittenburg We thank you, Phil, for always being a special addition to the annual Dereck Whittenburg Foundation Golf Invitational.

mortgagesdunnright I had a great time supporting my friends, Dereck and Jaqueline Whittenburg, and @thedereckwhittenburgfoundation. Their golf tournament was at the Wakefield Plantation Golf Course in Wake Forest.

Pickleball is here to stay! We had so much fun today hosting our inaugural PB club championships. Thanks to all the players that came out and congratulations to our champions!

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CCWakefieldPlantation @CCatWakefield @CCWakefieldPlantation

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DINING EVENTS & INFORMATION A New Year, a new opportunity for your F&B team to bring lasting experiences and memories to you and your families!

The saying goes "a fresh start isn't a new place, it's a new mindset", and I am thrilled with our group's mindset of creativity and innovation! Chef Todd continues to do a remarkable job with finding creative ways to deliver safe and delicious dining to our members. Quality product and genuine service is what we will continue to strive for everyday here at Wakefield. We look forward to being your place to come and do the things you love with the people you love all while tasting the food you love. You can let loose, laugh and have fun at events like our Comedy Night on January 16th or enjoy quality, intimate settings like the ones we have for our Valentine's Weekend at Wakefield.

Thank you for your support of all the incredible things our F&B team continues to do, and we are excited for new opportunities to bring lasting culinary experiences to you and your families!

Trey Yoder, Food & Beverage Director

COMEDY NIGHT Saturday, January 16th I 8:00pm $40++ per person (includes appetizers and show) We are bringing back an evening of comedy as we welcome Glenn Strange. Glenn's show includes comedy, magic, recorded music, humorous stories and just the right amount of audience interaction. He has worked years developing and honing his one-of-a-kind style that is guaranteed to generate huge laughs! Join us at 8pm to grab your favorite seat, and enjoy some delicious appetizers and cocktails before showtime! The Show will begin at 9pm. Reservations are required for this event and can be made online. Please RSVP your spot by Tuesday, January 12th.

LIVE MUSIC AT THE CLUBHOUSE Friday, January 22nd I 5:00pm-8:00pm I Main Dining Room

It doesn't get much better than a delicious Friday night dinner at Wakefield with the ambiance and vibrancy of live music! Call and make your dining reservations for this evening at 919-348-4374.

WINE TASTING Saturday, January 30th I 5:30pm-7:00pm I Main Dining Room Complimentary

Make your dining reservations for Saturday, January 30th and come enjoy a wine tasting where you will learn something new and have a unique purchasing opportunities for the wine you are tasting! You can choose to do your tasting before, during, or after dinner so call the dining room and reserve your spot!

Dining Closure January 4th to January 7th Our annual shutdown for cleaning and year preparation will be during this time. There will be no dining accommodations during these dates. We will re-open for full dining services on Friday, January 8th. Thank you!

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January Cookie of the Month: Cocoa-Molasses Drop Cookies I Bruce McIntosh - Country Club of Asheville From 1985-2015, H. Robert Sharbaugh was a member of the Country Club of Asheville and had served time as a member of the board for a number of years. He was very well-known and admired by club members and staff alike. He meant a great deal to me, especially during my earlier years at the club. One memory of him that stands out to me in particular was the year that, this self-proclaimed chocoholic, gifted me a very old, yet pristine Hershey's cookbook from 1934 that had been revised and reprinted in 1971. I think of him fondly every time I open the binding to see his name on the inside cover. Thank you for your service to our country and the many laughs throughout the years. This one is for you Mr. Sharbaugh!

Ingredients: 1/3 Cup Unsalted Butter, room temperature 1/3 Cup Granulated Sugar 1/3 Cup Molasses 1 Egg 1 Cup All-Purpose Flour, sifted 1 TSP Baking Powder 3 TBSP Hersey's Cocoa Powder or whatever you have on hand 1/2 Cup Chopped Nuts Directions: Cream Butter and sugar; add molasses and the egg Sift together all dry ingredients and add to wet ingredients. Fold in the nuts and scoop mixture into 1 inch rounds onto a greased and lined sheet pan. Bake at 375 degrees for 8-10 minutes.

DRINK SPECIALS January Half Price Bottles of New House Wines Line-Up! (Thursday only) February Half Price Bubbles! Champagne, Prosecco, & Sparkling Wine!

(Thursday's only)

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DINING EVENTS & INFORMATION 2020 was a year for the books, that's for sure! Now that we have this crazy year behind us, I am so looking forward to starting a fresh new year here with everyone at Wakefield. I myself am looking forward to accomplishing some super exciting goals both personally and professionally for the year 2021! I am a little biased about my love for the month of January as it always has my favorite winter weather and it's also my birthday month! The holidays sure did fly by this year, and we so appreciate all the amazing support from our members with the 2020's new and improved Halloween event for the family, our Take-Out Thanksgiving Meal, and our safe and socially distant Christmas and NYE Events. Saying we couldn't do it without the support of you all is a huge understatement!

With the New Year of course brings some of our fun new member events. Look out for information on our adult comedy night in January, our fun Valentines weekend in February and some live music nights here at the clubhouse to enjoy while eating dinner. As things change and get better with the passing time, event stipulations such as a maximum number of guests, etc. here at the club will be altered and we will keep you all up to date with any and all of those changes. I am looking forward to what's to come for the year 2021, and I feel so blessed to be part of the McConnell Golf and Wakefield Plantation family. As always, contact me anytime for all your catering and event needs here at the club.

Courtney Tatum, Director of Catering & Events

NEWLYWED NOT SO NEWLYWED GAME SHOW Friday, February 12th I 8pm-10pm I Adults Only Fee: $38++per person (includes appetizers and show) Join Activities Director Natalie Clemens as she hosts the famous Newlywed, Not so Newlywed Game Show! The evening will start off with a cocktail hour beginning at 8pm where you will have a chance to grab some drinks and enjoy some delicious appetizers. Then it will be time for fun and laughs as we ask couples from 0-5 years of marriage, 50+ years, and all in between some hilarious questions about married life! Of the participants, the couple with the most matches at the end of the game will win a fabulous prize! You will be able to register to be a part of the game during the cocktail hour. This will be a fun and memorable evening and a perfect way to get to know your fellow members! Please RSVP by Monday, February 8th.

PRE-FIXED VALENTINES DINNER Saturday, February 13th I 5:00pm-9:00pm I $90++ per couple Come join us for your Valentine's celebration with a three course dinner, a complimentary glass of champagne and live music in the dining room.

Reservations will fill up quickly, make yours by calling 919-348-4374

PRE-FIXED VALENTINES Brunch Sunday, February 14th I 11:00am-2:00pm I $50++ per couple As Valentines Day falls on a Sunday this year, what better way to start your day than with a romantic Sunday Brunch! This will be a pre-fixed menu as well, a complimentary mimosa will be included so make sure to call 919-348-4374 to make your reservations.

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February Cookie of the Month: Chocolate Dipped Coconut Macaroon Cookies I John Crawford ~ Providence Country Club This has been one of my favorite cookie recipes for as long as I can remember. As a kid my grandmother would make these for us when we would come home and visit. While all of the others would devour the chocolate chip cookies, I had these all to myself. If you like coconut and chocolate, this recipe is for you! With the toasted outside, creamy inside and smooth chocolate to tie it all together, it cannot get much better!

Ingredients: 16oz. Sweetened Flaked Coconut 1 Cup Sweetened Condensed Milk 1 TSP Vanilla Extract Pinch of Salt 6oz. Semisweet Chocolate Chips 2 Large Egg Whites Directions: Start by mixing the coconut, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla and salt thoroughly in a mixing bowl. Next, separate the egg whites from the yolk and beat the egg whites until they form a stiff peak.

Gently fold the egg whites into the coconut mixture. Using a small scoop, scoop the mixture onto a parchment lined sheet pan spacing each about two inches apart. Place the macaroons in a 325 degree F preheated oven for 25 minutes, rotating as needed to prevent from burning. While Macaroons are baking in the oven, melt the chocolate in a double boiler or a microwave, stirring frequently. When cookies have cooled completely, dip the bottoms in the melted chocolate and place them on a clean sheet of parchment paper. Enjoy!

WINE TASTING Thursday, February 18th I 5:30pm-7:00pm I Main Dining Room

Make your dining reservations for Thursday, Febraury 18th and come enjoy a wine tasting where you will learn something new and have a unique purchasing opportunities for the wine you are tasting! You can choose to do your tasting before, during, or after dinner so call the dining room and reserve spot!

LIVE MUSIC AT THE CLUBHOUSE Friday, February 26th I 5:00pm-8:00pm

It doesn't get much better than a delicious Friday night dinner at Wakefield with the ambiance and vibrancy of live music! Call and make your dining reservations for this evening at 919-348-4374.

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KID & FAMILY EVENTS 2020 has been a trying year for everyone.

Some days are good, others are a struggle but one thing that has always been consistent is the support we have from our great members here at Wakefield.

Your patience, understanding and support of the programs we were able to offer means more than you know to all of us so THANK YOU! As we roll into 2021 we have a great year planned with new and exciting programs along with some of our favorite annual events! We will continue to update you as much as we can with the new and hopefully dwindling guidelines that 2021 may bring but one thing is for sure... we will continue to be creative, innovative and safe to make sure that you can still enjoy all that Wakefield has to offer! I hope to see you out and about around the club or in the gym and as always if you need anything please do not hesitate to reach out.

Natalie Clemens, Corporate Director of Wellness & Activities SATURDAY KIDS DAY Saturday, January 9th & 30th I 9:00am-3:00pm Ages: 4-10 I Location: Sports Club Fee: $40 per child per day (includes lunch and snack)

Looking for something to do this Saturday, or do your parents need some time to run errands? Well we have the answer, join the activities team on these days as we jam pack Saturday with games, crafts, indoor and outdoor activities and so much more! Please RSVP by the Tuesday before each event.

Gauntlet Kids Night Out Saturday, January 16th I 6:00pm-10:00pm Ages: 6-12 I Location: Sports Club Fee: $25 per child (includes dinner & snack)

As your parents enjoy an adult night out at the clubhouse for comedy night join Activity Leader and Personal Trainer Jeremy for a night dedicated to sports and fitness! Jeremy will run you through some great workouts that will not only be fun but challenging! In addition we will be playing some exciting relays and games to test your mental and physical strength! So let's burn off some of those holidays cookies and join Jeremy and the team in a night to remember! Please RSVP by Tuesday, January 12th.

COMEDY NIGHT Saturday, January 16th I 8:00pm $40++ per person (includes appetizers and show) We are bringing back an evening of comedy as we welcome Glenn Strange. Glenn's show includes comedy, magic, recorded music, humorous stories and just the right amount of audience interaction. He has worked years developing and honing his one-of-a-kind style that is guaranteed to generate huge laughs! Join us at 8pm to grab your favorite seat, and enjoy some delicious appetizers and cocktails before showtime! The Show will begin at 9pm. Reservations are required for this event and can be made online. Please RSVP your spot by Tuesday, January 12th.

CAMP BY NUMBERS Monday, January 18th I 9:00am - 3:00pm Ages 5-10 I Location: Sports Club Fee: $40 per child (includes lunch & snack) Are you off of school and looking for something to do on this cold Monday? Join the activities team as we have a fun-filled day all revolving around numbers! We promise it will be fun! We will be playing games such as crack the code, paint by numbers, duck count and much more! In addition to all the fun we will enjoy a delicious lunch and build our own snack later in the afternoon! Don't miss out and RSVP by Wednesday, January 13th.

NIGHT OF THE "J" KIDS NIGHT OUT Friday, January 22nd I 5:30pm-9:30pm Ages: 5-10 I Location: Sports Club Fee: $25 per child (includes dinner and a snack)

There may be Live Music going on at the clubhouse for the parents so why not enjoy some fun down here at the Sports Club! We will be dedicating a night to the letter J! All the games, crafts and activities will start with this letter! Games such as Jump the Creek, Jordan Relay, Jousting and so much more! Have a game in mind you want to try?

Bring your idea and we will test it out! Don't miss out on this January themed kids night out and RSVP by Tuesday, January 19th.

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KID & FAMILY EVENTS POLAR PLUNGE Sunday, January 24th I 2:00pm-3:00pm Ages: Everyone I Location: Sports Club Pool Fee: $15 (includes chili & hot chocolate)

Take the plunge and take part in the third annual company-wide McConnell Golf Save the Polar Bear Plunge benefitting the World Wildlife Foundations (WWF). Their mission is to conserve nature and and reduce the most pressing threats to the diversity of life on Earth. For us, this jump will be a direct link to protecting the Arctic and the polar bear population by restoring the loss of sea ice habitat.

On this day, all members will be jumping into the icy waters at their home club pool across three states. Make your club the leaders in giving back by having the most participants and raising the most money. After the jump, warm up with a bowl of chili and hot chocolate! For all the brave members to jump in you will also receive a free shirt!

NEWLYWED NOT SO NEWLYWED GAME SHOW Friday, February 12th I 8pm-10pm I Adults Only Fee: $38++per person (includes appetizers and show)

Join Activities Director Natalie Clemens as she hosts the famous Newlywed, Not so Newlywed Game Show! The evening will start off with a cocktail hour beginning at 8pm where you will have a chance to grab some drinks and enjoy some delicious appetizers.

Then it will be time for fun and laughs as we ask couples from 0-5 years of marriage, 50+ years, and all in between some hilarious questions about married life! Of the participants, the couple with the most matches at the end of the game will win a fabulous prize!

You will be able to register to be a part of the game during the cocktail hour. This will be a fun and memorable evening and a perfect way to get to know your fellow members! Please RSVP by Monday, February 8th.

FRIENDS, NOT, SO FRIENDS GAME SHOW Friday, February 12th I 6:00pm-10:00pm I Ages: 6-12 Fee: $25 per child (includes dinner & snack)

As your parents enjoy the Newlywed Show, the activities team has a special and fun night planned for you! We are going to divide you into teams and/or groups and challenge you in a variety of teambuilding activities that will help you get to know your fellow friends a little better. After that we are going to set up a game show similar to the newlywed show but it will incorporate questions on how well you know your teammates that you were just working with!

The team that gets the most questions right will get a fantastic prize!

Don't miss out on this one of a kind game night! Please RSVP by Monday, February 8th.

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KID & FAMILY EVENTS

CUPIDS NIGHT OFF Saturday, February 13th I 5:30pm-9:30pm Ages: 5-10 I Location: Sports Club Fee: $25 per person (includes dinner & snack)

Cupid informed us that he is taking off this Valentines Day and letting us take over! Let's have some fun in 2021 and enjoy this heart felt holiday as we go on a scavenger hunt to find candy, make our own Valentine cards, challenge our luck with musical chairs or making crafts with our feet instead of our hands! So many things and so many tasty treats during this Kids Night Out Event! Don't miss out and RSVP by Tuesday, February 9th.

TWO DAY KIDS CAMP Monday, February 15th & Tuesday, February 16th I 9:00am3:00pm Ages: 5-10 I Location: Sports Club Fee: $40 per day or $75 for both days

Are you out of school and need something to do? Join the activities team for a one or two day camp with a variety of activities. We will enjoy some fun in the sun, get creative with some crafts, test out our skills in some minute to win it games and so much more! These two days will keep you busy and entertained all day long! Please RSVP by Wednesday, February 17th.

SATURDAY KIDS DAY Saturday, February 20th I 9:00am-3:00pm Ages: 4-10 I Location: Sports Club Fee: $40 per child per day (includes lunch and snack)

Looking for something to do this Saturday, or do your parents need some time to run errands? Well we have the answer, join the activities team as we jam pack the Saturday with games, crafts, indoor and outdoor activities and so much more! Please RSVP by the Tuesday February 16th.

A NIGHT AT THE MOVIES KIDS NIGHT OUT Friday, February 26th I 5:30pm-9:30pm Fee: $25 per person (includes dinner and snack)

We are going to turn you into a star on this Movie themed kids night out! We will be making our very own sidewalk stars, trying our luck at popcorn toss, testing our knowledge at movie trivia, and we may even enjoy some popcorn while we watch a classic movie on the big screen! Get ready to walk down the red carpet and become the star of the show! Please RSVP by Tuesday, February 23rd.

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SUMMER CAMPS 2021

Keep an eye out as our summer camp brochure for Golf, Activities and Tennis will be coming out in January 2021! We look forward to another fun-filled summer with everyone!!

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FITNESS MEET THE TRAINERS

We are very lucky to have three talented personal trainers here at Wakefield. To kick off the new year we are running a personal training special. If you purchase a 10 session package you will receive two free sessions. This special is for new clients only. To purchase your package please contact the trainers directly or e-mail Natalie.

HEATHER OVERINGTON 919-649-3007 BaileyFunFitness@aol.com

Heather has lived in Raleigh and trained fitness enthusiasts in the area for 25 years. She has both fitness and clinical experience and serves with uncompromisiing quality. She has nine Nationally recognized certifications. This includes four with IFTA (Interactive Fitness Trainers America). Also, AHA, NEDITA, AFAA, FiTOUR and Silver Sneakers. Heather really loves teaching Yoga and group fitness of any kind but also loves to work with individuals one on one to achieve their personal goals. Customizing a program is paramount and this is something she has spent years perfecting and take great pride in. She strives to provide a safe, fun, educational, yet effective program, and always with a friendly smile.

ANDREW HODGES 843-422-7234 hiddenreef@bellsouth.net

As a Tennis Professional and Strength and Conditioning Coach, Andrew has worked with clients and athletes of all ages, levels and sports, and abilities. He has been certified by the National Academy of Sports Medicine as a Certified Personal Trainer and Corrective Exercise Specialist as well as by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (CSCS), and the United States Professional Tennis Association (USPTA). As a strength coach, Andrew has worked with NC State Men's Basketball and Tennis Programs and was the Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach for Chris Evert's IMG Tennis Academy in Boca Rotan, Fl. With a background training a variety of professional, college, and club level athletes, Andrew has a passion for helping people be the best they can be. He is looking forward to meeting more members and extending his best to contribute to their goals and wellness.

JEREMY DIETER 919-675-4915 jjeremyrd3@gmail.com

Jeremy is a life long athlete and has played soccer at a very competitive level all through high school. It was was in high school that he developed a love for weightlifting. He currently is a bodybuilder and plans on competing in many competitions in the near future. Jeremy is a certified personal trainer through ISSA and has also recently become a certified nutritionist with a specialty in body building. He has had the privilege of working kids camps for the past four years at Wakefield and looks forward to teaching them more about health and fitness. He is excited to be part of the training team and looks forward to helping members reach their wellness goals.

HALF HOUR TRIANING RATES

Sessions 1 session 10 Sessions 25 Sessions

Cost Per Session $44.00 $38.50 $33.00

HOUR TRIANING RATES

Sessions 1 session 10 Sessions 25 Sessions

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Cost Per Session $70.00 $65.00 $60.00

January Fitness Facebook Challenge

Welcome to 2021 – finally!! Let’s kick off this year with a wellness challenge we can all do! Starting January 1st we will be posting on the McConnell Fitness Facebook page a daily challenge that you and your family can partake in! This could be anything from drinking 8 glasses of water a day to how many push-up’s you can do. We will have options to like a post, comment or answer a poll question and we are going to keep track of the responses. If you comment, post or like the posts the most we will be entering you in a drawing from your home club for a chance to get some free personal training sessions! Now is the time to kick of 2021 on a good note and start living that healthier lifestyle! Join the fun and keep an eye out daily for these wellness challenges!

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TENNIS TIME A new year, a blank slate and thoughts of normalcy is what many of us are hoping for as we move into 2021. It is still too early to tell if life will get completely back to normal but our hopes are high and our staff is prepared to offer a full array of tennis and pickleball events for our members. From juniors to adults there is an opportunity for everyone in the family to get involved and have fun around the tennis center.

While January might be a little slow, don't let that fool you because when February comes around it will be pedal to the metal. We will start the year off with our "Couples Therapy" Mixed Doubles pickleball social. You can expect a full afternoon of pickleball fun, food and plenty of laughter. Also coming in February Wakefield will once again play host to many of the top junior players around the state as the USTA tournament season begins. These tournaments are a great opportunity to show off our club and allow our junior members to compete in a high level tournament right in their backyard. To close out this month we will invite all our player's juniors and adults to attend the bring on the spring family social hosted by the Wakefield tennis Staff.

There are many questions surrounding the USTA leagues and if we will finally be able to get back to local competition with other facilities. We do not have all the answers to that yet, but we are preparing for a full spring league schedule. If the USTA gives the green light to participate in league play, we will do our part to make sure our members both adults and juniors have the opportunity to participate.

While we are planning for a full event and league calendar in 2021, please know that our number one goal is to keep our members and staff safe during these unprecedented times. The tennis courts have provided some normalcy for our members over the past year and our staff would like to thank you for your support of our program. We hope to see back on the courts soon!

Kyle Thortsen, Corporate Director of Tennis

Inaugural Pickleball Club Championships

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TEE IT UP Happy New Year from the Golf Shop! We are excited to begin the 2021 golf season. This year we intend to bring back our tournament traditions and start to return to the normal golf operations at Wakefield Plantation. We have put together the golf schedule so make sure to mark your calendar for the various tournaments and events that we have scheduled this year.

As we move into the winter months hopefully we will have our share of mild days so that we can keep our

games sharp for the upcoming season. In January and February, we will continue to have double tee starts on #1 and #10 from 9:30am to 11:30am on the weekends. This has allowed us to maximize the number of players. Please be mindful that we may have frost delays and that we may start play off #10 to get play on the course earlier during the winter months. Please contact the golf shop if you have any questions on start times or conditions.

Over the past year, we have implemented the Operation 36 Program to grow the game of golf at Wakefield Plantation. This program has been a huge success and we will continue to grow these programs in the future. Erica Britt has been a major factor in the success of the program. Erica was recently recognized as an Operation 36 Top 50 Golf Coach. Congratulations to Erica on her deserving reward and a job well done!

As we start a new golf year, I would like to thank the entire membership for your support over the past year and willingness to make adjustments with some of the challenges that we faced. I appreciate the tremendous patronage that our members have shown to the golf operation at Wakefield Plantation. As always my door is open with any questions or concerns.

Adam McLaughlin, PGA, Director of Golf

THE COUNTRY CLUB AT WAKEFIELD PLANTATION 2021 GOLF SCHEDULE March 13th March 15th-16th April 16th April 27th April 30th May 1st May 13th-15th May 31st June 1st-6th June 7th June 11th June 14th-17th July 4th July 9th July 24th August 6th August 7th August 16th-17th August 21st-22nd September 9th-11th September 17th October 2nd-3rd October 5th October 8th October 16th-17th November 26th *All Dates are tentative

Cabin Fever Tournament Green Aerification Couples Golf SAP Outing (Course Closed) Ladies Azalea Member-Guest Ladies Azalea Member-Guest Men's Tuscarora Member-Guest Korn Ferry Tour Rex Hospital Open Korn Ferry Tour Rex Hospital Open Tough Day Tournament Couples Golf Green/Fairway/Tee Aerification (Golf Course Closed) Red, White and Blue Tournament Couples Golf Summer Slam Golf Tournament Couples Golf Parent-Child Tournament Green Aerification Junior Club Championship Bob Bidwell Senior Member-Guest Couples Golf Member-Member Tournament We Care Golf Tournament Couples Golf Club Championship Turkey Day Shootout

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Winter Golf is unfortunately something we have to succumb to annually, January and February are not typically ideal and we often find ourselves lacking motivation to play golf and improve our game. Taking advantage of the few nice days we get during the winter will only subside the urge temporarily. Don't let the winter discourage you from improving your game for the season, there are many drills you can work on to keep from plateauing.

Work on tempo - Address a ball with a 5-iron. Place another club immediately behind the clubhead so the shaft on teh ground is pointing down the target line. As your start your backswing, push the club on the ground straight back away from the target. You'll need to turn your body and swing your arms in unison to have enough strength to move the club back smoothly. This slow, controlled tempo is the pace you want for all your clubs. If you can take the club back smoothly for the first few feet, you'll notice it helps you to complete your backswing before starting down.

Putt/Swing in front of a mirror - Standing in front of a mirror will work wonders for you this winter. A mirror will help you improve posture, alignment, ball position and swing path which are all imperative on the number one concern for golfers: Distance and Direction. With putting a mirror will help refine the path your stroke and alignment. You can work on putting almost anywhere and if you want to shave strokes off your handicap dedicate this winter to improving your putting.

Invest in Fitness - Exercising can be a key component into a drastic improvement in your golf game. Exercising will boost speed, power, flexibility, and stamina to perform at an optimum level on the golf course. Our very own Andrew Hodges is certified by the Titliest Performance Institute. Andrew can be reached at 843-422-7234 or hiddenreef@bellsouth.net to schedule a TPI screening.

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MCCONNELL GOLF NEWS

HEART HEALTHY MONTH IN FEBRUARY

ADVERTISE IN THE SPRING ISSUE OF MCCONNELL GOLF, THE MAGAZINE We are currently wrapping up advertising for the spring 2021 publication of McConnell Golf, The Magazine! This publication is a staple here at McConnell Golf, for the members by the members, and we appreciate your efforts to enhance it each year. We invite you to take part in the magazine with opportunities for full, half and quarter page ad placement, in addition to a minimal $150 for you to list your businesses in the Member Directory. If you are interested in advertising or listing your business in our magazine, please contact Matt McConnell, Membership Director, at matt@mcconnellgolf.com today.

Eat healthy, be heart healthy and improve your overall health! This February, McConnell Golf will be focusing on how seafood supports immune health with the Seafood Nutrition Partnership. Seafood, both fish and shellfish, provides essential nutrients to the body that keep the immune health functioning properly. Take the pledge to eat two servings of seafood each week, tag us @McConnellGolf using #SeafoodSustains and visit www.seafoodnutrition.org/eat-seafoodamerica/ for more details. Don't forget to wear red on February 5th in support of the American Heart Association...more details coming soon!

HISTORY OF MCCONNELL GOLF'S COOKIES OF THE MONTH

OUR CHEFS APPRECIATE YOUR SUPPORT The culinary teams at McConnell Golf would like to extend a special thanks for the support you have given them over the last 12 months. In addition to purchasing meal kits and ordering takeout options, you have helped give back to the community through meal fundraisers, wine dinners and more. Our chefs continue to work hard to provide unique offerings, while also ensuring your meals are prepared safely using quality ingredients. As we enter the New Year, remember to support the food and beverage team at your local club and take advantage of to-go packages.

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Several years ago, at one of our annual corporate meetings, an idea was brought to the table that we needed a Lagniappe of our own that would show our appreciation to members and their guests for dining with us.

This idea quickly grew to a collaboration of our executive chefs, their staff members and other club staff submitting cookie recipes to be used in our monthly rotation. These cookies would be a bite size sweet treat for everyone who had lunch at one of our properties in the dining room.

As McConnell Golf has grown we have been able to feature a club each month, in addition to recipes from our CEO John McConnell and COO Christian Anastasiadis, the Easter bunny and Santa Claus. Beyond baking and serving these delicious treats in our clubs each month, we also share the recipe in our newsletter and online blog that includes a special story or meaning behind them. Our culinary teams have embraced this idea and continue to showcase their talents with these delectable sweet treats, from our kitchens to yours.

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Kids Day Out

Comedy Night Gauntlet Kids Night Out

Camp by Numbers

Live Music Night of the "J" Kids Night Out

Wine Tasting Kids Day Out

Polar Plunge

Newlywed not so Newlywed game show Friends not Friends Kids Night Out

Pre-Fixed Valentines Brunch

Kids Camp

Kids Camp

Wine Tasting

Pre-Fixed Valentines Dinner Cupids Night Off

Kids Day Out

Live Music A Night at the Movies KNO

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