April Lifestyle 2021

Membership Magazine April 2021

BOARD OF GOVERNORS

CONTENTS 1 A Word From Our General Manager/COO 2 Great People Make Favorite Places 3 Membership 4 Membership & Archives 5 À la Carte Dining 6 Club Events 8 COVID-19 Guidelines 10 Club Events 11 Private Events 12 Fitness & Wellness 13 Grounds 14 Golf 17 Racquets

EVENTS CALENDAR Event location, time, and date is subject to change due to restrictions regarding COVID-19 Virtual Event •

Virtual & In-person Event •

Complimentary Event

April 1 - Wine Society: Taste of Spain 3 - Easter Egg Hunt at Roland Park 4 - Easter Brunch at Roland Park 4 - Easter Dinner at Five Farms

May 3 - Annual Meeting 6 - Wine Society: Popping Corks 8 - Mother-Daughter Yoga 9 - Mother's Day Brunch at Roland Park 9 - Mother's Day Dinner at Five Farms

15 - FEW Spirit Tasting 18 - Pollinator Plants To-Go 21 - Trivia Night 24 - Canines & Cocktails 13 - Farmhouse Wooden Pet Portraits 18 - Spring Gardening Workshop 19 - Trivia Night 27 - Redwood Empire Tasting 28 - Opening Day at the Pool 31 - Memorial Day at the Pool

June 1 - Wine Society 11 - Pizza & Karaoke at the Pool 13 - DIY for Dad 16 - Trivia Night

20 - Father’s Day 21 - Summer Camp Begins 25 - Friday Pool Party: Peruvian Night

ON THE COVER Avery Flamholz at our Easter Egg Hunt on the Roland Park North Lawn—2019

Martin P. Brunk, President Thomas E. Carroll, Vice President Elizabeth R. Sieck, Secretary Hugh W. Mohler, Jr., Treasurer Mason M. Champion Raymond C. Daue, Jr. Joseph C. Huddle Edward M. Joffe, Jr. Gregory E. Johnston Paul D. McKinnell Leslie C. Rose S. Gale Woods

MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE The Membership Committee welcomes comments from the BCC membership regarding any of the foregoing candidates.

All communication with the Membership Committee is held in strict confidence. The current members of the Membership Committee and their contact information are as follows: Mary Briggs, Chair mary.briggs@hotmail.com | 410.241.4132 Timothy Bojanowski tim@zestsms.com | 443.465.2950 Sharon D. Credit sharoncredit@gmail.com | 410.303.6242 Jeffrey E. Gordon jeg51168@gmail.com | 443.465.1494 Marianne Huddle bednarz401@yahoo.com | 917.439. 6212 Gregory E. Johnston gregjohnston@outlook.com | 410.382.7798 John L. Tansey jtans@comcast.net | 443.904.3270 Matthew S. Thompson mthompson@lothorian.com | 410.935.9806

RECEPTION Roland Park 410.889.4400 Five Farms 410.252.6505 Hours Saturday & Sunday 9:00am-9:00pm Monday 9:00am-5:00pm Tuesday-Friday 8:30am-9:00pm

A WORD FROM OUR GENERAL MANAGER/COO Dear Members, Operating the Club for over a year now with COVID-19 guidelines in place has been both eye-opening and a valuable learning experience. Despite the obstacles of navigating a safe and enjoyable experience for members, guests, and staff, we were able to be creative and implement new and innovative programming to engage and serve the membership. We have all had to adapt in ways we could never have imagined, and I truly appreciate your continued support and patience as we navigate through this pandemic.

As spring approaches and Club usage begins to increase, I wanted to take this opportunity to assure you that we will continue operating with everyone’s safety as our top priority.

To continue fighting the spread of the COVID-19 virus, we must stay vigilant in our sanitizing and social distancing efforts. We will continue to follow guidelines from the Governor and local Baltimore City and County Officials and modify our operations where required. As the vaccine becomes more readily available and more members are getting vaccinated, we must keep in mind that the virus is still here and highly contagious, particularly as we read about the new variants. Although the number of positive cases in Maryland is decreasing, we all must do our part and not let our guards down.

an enjoyable pool experience for the membership. With taking feedback into consideration, the pool reservation system will remain in place this season with two reservation timeslots available, 10:00am to 1:30pm and 2:00pm to 8:00pm, to allow for longer durations of stay at the pool.

Further, we recognize those members who have been vaccinated; however, we are reminding you that we are still required to abide by the mandates from the state, city, and county. We will be requiring health questionnaires for each visit to BCC. Again, we urge that all members fill out the questionnaire thoroughly and honestly and abide by all BCC COVID-19 guidelines and standards. BCC was and will continue to be a favorite and safer place for our members and staff because of these policies.

Positive and constructive feedback from the membership is encouraging and is what helps us stay innovative and noted as one of the top clubs in the country. Thank you for your understanding and support, and know that my door is always open should you have any questions or concerns. ◆

Last summer, we implemented reservations for the pool area to abide by capacity restrictions and allow for social distancing and proper sanitizing of common areas, pool furniture, and accessories. The reservations system allowed us to stay organized and safe while still providing

We are not permitted to turn the page back to normalcy; however, you will see small steps towards it. These will include amenities back on the golf courses and subtle changes in other areas of the Club that have been deemed low risk. We are looking forward to another great season at BCC and one that we expect to be incredibly busy.

Sincerely,

M. Kent Johnson, CCM General Manager/COO

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Great People Make Favorite & Safer Places BCC has created an actionable statement that helps define our philosophy known as The Simple Truth: Great People Make Favorite Places. Below is a small sample of staff members who are helping to make BCC your favorite place. ◆

January Staff Member of the Month Jarred Ruiz, Server Congratulations to our Server Jarred for being named January Staff Member of the Month! Jarred is always willing to go above and beyond his regular duties to help other departments, and he does it with a smile. He lends a helping hand to our Fitness & Wellness Team on Thursdays at Roland Park and is willing to jump in and help our Maintenance Team with different projects. Jarred has proven himself to be an asset to our Food & Beverage Team and the Club as a whole. Additionally, he is pursuing an IT career and has been promoted to an IT position at the Club! Way to go, Jarred!

Leadership Award Shelby Parker, Assistant Food & Beverage Manager We congratulate Shelby for receiving the Exceptional Leadership Award! She has greatly developed her leadership skills since she started in her role. She takes initiative in helping during food service and keeping morale high for the Food & Beverage Team.

Shelby’s willingness to learn allows her to engage in receiving constructive feedback and having more open and honest conversations. She brings a positive and energetic mindset to work every day and is always willing to lend a hand! Congratulations Shelby on receiving this well-deserved award!

Simple Truth Award Abby Michael, Member Relations Manager Jarred Ruiz, Server Abby and Jarred truly embodied the Simple Truth when they worked together to make one of our youngest members smile during this past holiday season!

Abby learned that the member’s family would not be able to attend Brunch with Santa due to an upcoming surgery, and unfortunately, they had to cancel their reservation. To brighten their holiday spirits, Abby notified the BCC team, and they sprang into action! Our Pastry team made Christmas cookies while our Events Team helped with preparations for the Santa suit. Abby and Jarred (dressed as Santa Claus) stopped by the member’s home to drop off Christmas cookies and a stuffed Santa and a reindeer toy. To say that this family was excited about the surprise is an understatement!

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MEMBERSHIP Dear Members, I hope you have had a chance to review the names of proposed candidates that are currently in the review stage of the membership process. Posted in Lifestyle, weekly e-blasts, our website, and bulletin boards, we want to make sure these names are easily accessible for everyone. First of all, thank you all for proposing your friends and family! While this list seems to be ever-growing week to week, it is important to note our net attrition. The national average for annual attrition at country clubs is between 4-7%. BCC’s attrition falls around 4%, so for a club our size, that is about 70 members each year. Being aware of these figures helps further educate everyone on why your participation and engagement in promoting BCC to your friends and family is so important.

A, B, D Net Resident Membership: -43 As of February 28, 2021 - Rolling 12 months

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Again, we thank you for your help in making BCC a favorite place for our members and staff! ◆ -70 NEW

Casey Schell Director of Membership

RESIGNATIONS

PASSINGS

NET TRANSFERS

WELCOME TO THE CLUB! New member bios can be viewed on our website under Membership.

Mr. Justin P. Armstrong

Mrs. Grace B. Armstrong

Mr. John K. Lindsay

Mrs. Lauren C. Lindsay

Mrs. Hanly H. Rogers

PROPOSED FOR MEMBERSHIP The following prospective members were posted for membership in the Club since the March 9, 2021 meeting of the Membership Committee.

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Proposed

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Mr. Joshua R. Bowers Mrs. Gretchen L. Carpenter Mr. Michael F. Dockman Mrs. Tracy S. Dockman Miss Allison E. Dockman Miss Katharine G. Dockman Mr. David E. Donahoo Dr. Elizabeth A. Donahoo Mr. Jeffrey C. Fountain Dr. Kathryn L. Geary Mrs. Kiersten E. Howe Mrs. Kelsey R. Knott Mr. John L. McLoughlin Mrs. Justin F. McLoughlin Mr. Donald A. Parr Mrs. Melanie C. Parr

Mr. William & Mrs. Maureen Geary Mr. Robert S. Carpenter Mr. Todd & Mrs. Kristin Henry Mr. Todd & Mrs. Kristin Henry Mr. Todd & Mrs. Kristin Henry Mr. Todd & Mrs. Kristin Henry Mr. Kevin Carney Mr. Kevin Carney Mrs. Hanna F. Fountain Mr. William & Mrs. Maureen Geary Mr. Jonathan T. Howe Mr. Timothy J. Dietrich Mr. David Seybold Mr. David Seybold Mr. M. Marc Munafo Mr. M. Marc Munafo

Mr. Jacob W. Parr Miss Kathryn K. Parr Mr. Frank E. Potepan Mrs. Ellen Potepan Mr. Venkat Rangarajan Mrs. Anitha Rangarajan Mr. Matthew W. Schmitt Mr. Brendan P. Sweeney Mrs. Alexandra H. Vaughan Mr. Michael R. Zierhoffer

Mr. M. Marc Munafo Mr. M. Marc Munafo Mr. Robert C. Goodier Jr Mr. Robert C. Goodier Jr Mr. Aaron Fray Mr. Aaron Fray Mr. Pearson Hill III Mr. John H. Boyd Mr. Craig A. Vaughan Mr. William Bowman

CONDOLENCES Mr. Edward Skinner III

March 15, 2021

Mr. J. Fred Glose

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MEMBERSHIP

YOUR VOTE COUNTS! The Annual Meeting of Baltimore Country Club will be held virtually on Monday, May 3, 2021 at 5:30pm via GoToWebinar in accordance with Article IV, Club Meetings, Section I, of the Club’s Constitution.

At this meeting, reports will be given to the members on the status of the Club. Additionally, voting for the election of two at large members to the Club’s Board of Governors and the re-election of three Governors to a second threeyear term will take place. The Baltimore Country Club’s Nominating Committee has proposed and recommended the following two at-large members for election to the Board: Jonathan H. Beard Jennifer Brune Speargas

Only A, B, D Junior qua , & lifi members a ed eligible to re vote

The Baltimore Country Club’s Nominating Committee has proposed and recommended the following three Governors for re-election to a second three-year term: Raymond C. Daue, Jr. Hugh W. Mohler, Jr. Gale Woods This year the ballot also contains constitutional amendments pertaining to the incorporation of electronic interaction and the election of the Board of Governors. ◆

How to Submit Your Ballot

Ballots can be submitted by return mail in the envelope provided with your ballot or by dropping it off at the Five Farms reception desk by May 3, 2021. Please print your name, member number, and sign and date the ballot.

ARCHIVES

HELP US PRESERVE BCC HISTORY For future generations and historical enthusiasts, your Archive Committee is accepting donations of any BCC archival memorabilia, souvenirs, trophies, or items with BCC historical value. We greatly appreciate your donations!

Thank you Mr. Terry Shawn for sharing this photo!

Mr. Shawn's great uncle took this photo of our Roland Park clubhouse in 1942.

Roland Park clubhouse — 1942 If you have donations to the BCC archives, please contact Assistant General Manager Michael Nyerges at mnyerges@bcc1898.com.

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À LA CARTE DINING

MEET BCC'S TASTEMAKERS RICHARD JALLET Executive Chef 6 years, 4 months

KEVIN KELLER Executive Sous Chef 4 years, 6 months

TAYLOR SUEHLE Purchasing/Culinary Services Manager 2 years, 8 months

LAUREN LAUGHLIN Executive Pastry Chef 2 years, 6 months

DUSTIN HEFLIN Banquet Chef 3 years, 4 months

COLIN PURTELL Restaurant Chef 2 years, 9 months

SHAUN SKEEN Assistant Restaurant Chef 1 year, 5 months

MICHAEL WILKINSON Pool Chef/Assistant Banquet Chef 2 years

in the garden —

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on the course —

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We are excited to start the 2021 gardening season which allows us to utilize fresh herbs and edible flowers from our herb garden and fresh produce from our production garden. Being able to use hyperlocal ingredients and prepare them for the membership gives us an enormous amount of satisfaction. We can’t wait to see all the varieties throughout the season and what they will look like on the plate.

The 2021 season is upon us. We will be bringing back the newest food staple, the “turn”-over. The BCC hot pocket is made from housemade pretzel dough and filled with BCC smoked brisket, bourbon BBQ sauce, and smoked Gouda cheese. Also, be on the lookout for other sandwich specials and small pop-ups throughout the season.

With Phase 1 of the Lifestyle Facilities Master Plan beginning in September, the entire Culinary Team is extremely excited at the prospect of a new and rejuvenated kitchen. While having a new kitchen is great, the culinary expectation will continue to rise even further. Our team is up to the challenge and we cannot wait to provide the membership continued, elevated, and wonderful experiences as we move forward.

Chef Michael is back and ready to go for the 2021 season. We will continue to have themed nights, fun and exciting pop-up events, and much more. He has created this season’s menu, bringing back some of the staples and introducing some new and inventive offerings.

As we move into a fun-filled and fast-paced spring and summer season at Five Farms, we are always excited to see both new and familiar faces. Our whole Culinary Team loves what we do and it would not be possible without the support of each and every one of our members. So, from your Baltimore Country Club Culinary Team, we say thank you for letting us serve you and your families and we hope to continue striving to provide countless memories and unforgettable culinary experiences. ◆ 5

CLUB EVENTS

UPCOMING CLUB EVENTS  Adult Events

 Family Events

 Children's Events

Featured Events

This event location, time, and date is subject to change due to restrictions regarding COVID-19 Virtual Event • Virtual & In-person Event • Complimentary Event RSVP: Club Calendar • Cancellation policy applies unless stated otherwise • *Complimentary for children under 4

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WINE SOCIETY: TASTE OF SPAIN Five Farms & Zoom • 6:30pm-8:00pm Free to Wine Society Members $30++ Non-Wine Society Members (Includes hors d'oeuvres) Virtual pickup 4/1 from 4:00pm-6:00pm at Golf Circle

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FEW SPIRIT COCKTAIL CLASS Five Farms • 6:00pm Featuring a cutting-edge experimental whiskey company and a guided cocktail class. $40++ per Person (Includes hors d'oeuvres)

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EASTER EGG HUNT Roland Park • 10:30am-2:00pm Egg Hunt begins at 12:15pm Join us for children's activities, a brunch, & photos with the Easter Bunny.

Adults $60++ | Children (4-12) $40++ | Children (2-3) $30++ Complimentary for children under 2 Country Club Casual; Bring Your Own Basket; Cocktails by Chit

POLLINATOR PLANTS TO-GO on page 10

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TRIVIA NIGHT Five Farms • 6:00pm-9:00pm $45++ per Person (Includes dinner & glass of wine) Call to Make a Reservation; Teams of (6); Minimum of (4) Teams Required; Cocktails by Chit; Country Club Casual

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CANINES & COCKTAILS Five Farms Pool Complex • 5:30pm-7:30pm Grab your furry friend for some cocktails and pizza!

Country Club Casual; Cocktails & Pizza by Chit; Dog Waiver Required; Dogs Only Permitted on Property at the Pool Complex During These Times

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WINE SOCIETY: POPPING CORKS Five Farms & Zoom • 6:30pm-8:00pm Free to Wine Society Members $30++ Non-Wine Society Members (Includes hors d'oeuvres) Virtual pickup 5/6 from 4:30pm-6:00pm at Golf Circle

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MOTHER'S DAY BRUNCH Roland Park • 11:00am-2:00pm Live music and brunch!

Adults $60++ | Children (4-12) $20++* Complimentary family photos until 1:30pm Jacket & Tie; Cocktails by Chit; Sole Dining Option

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MOTHER-DAUGHTER YOGA Roland Park • 10:00am-11:30am Mother-daughter bonding time with yoga. $25 per Person (Includes one mimosa or mocktail) Fitness Attire; Recommended for Ages 8 & Up; Must Bring Your Own Mat

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MOTHER'S DAY DINNER Five Farms • 5:00pm-8:00pm Plated dinner with live music!

Adults $60++ | Children (4-12) $20++* Complimentary family photos until 7:30pm Country Club Casual; Cocktails by Chit; Sole Dining Option

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FARMHOUSE WOODEN PET PORTRAITS Five Farms • 7:00pm Create a farmhouse-chic artistic rendering of your pet on wood! $75++ (Includes all supplies & light hors d'oeuvres) 100% Non-refundable; Country Club Casual; Ages 21 & Up; Cocktails by Chit; Pets Not Permitted

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SPRING GARDENING WORKSHOP Five Farms • 10:00am-12:00pm or 1:00pm-3:00pm Design two matching 16” planters full of summer color for sun or shade. $100++ (Includes Pots) | $70++ (Bring Your Own Pots) Confirm pot sizes upon registration Country Club Casual; 100% Non-refundable; Cocktails by Chit

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TRIVIA NIGHT Five Farms • 6:00pm-9:00pm $45++ per Person (Includes dinner & glass of wine) Call to Make a Reservation; Teams of (6); Minimum of (4) Teams Required; Cocktails by Chit; Country Club Casual

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REDWOOD EMPIRE TASTING Five Farms & Zoom • 6:00pm-8:00pm Taste a new brand out of Sonoma, CA, inspired by the Redwood Giants of the Northern California Coast. $40++ per Person (Includes hors d'oeuvres, a vodka, a barrel-aged gin, & three whiskeys) Virtual pickup 5/27 from 4:00pm-5:30pm at Golf Circle Country Club Casual

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OPENING DAY AT THE POOL Five Farms Pool Complex • 3:00pm-8:00pm Buffet Opens at 3:00pm Pool season has begun! Enjoy a live DJ, games, and food.

Adults $25++ | Children (4-12) $15++* RSVP: Pool Calendar; Pool Attire; Cocktails by Chit; Sole Dining Option at the Pool (Novelties only available)

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MEMORIAL DAY AT THE POOL Five Farms Pool Complex • 10:00am-8:00pm Buffet Opens at 11:00am Enjoy a live DJ, games, food, and a day at the pool!

Adults $25++ | Children (4-12) $15++* RSVP: Pool Calendar; Pool Attire; Beverages by Chit; Sole Dining Option

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FATHER'S DAY DINNER Five Farms • 5:00pm-9:00pm Outdoor games, delicious food, and live music!

Complimentary family photos until 7:30pm.

Adults $45++ | Children (4-12) $20++* (Includes complimentary lobster tail or filet for dad!)

RSVP by 6/17; Country Club Casual; Cocktails by Chit; Additional Lobster Tail & Filet by Chit; Sole Dining Option at the Clubhouse

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SUMMER CAMP: LEAGUES UNDER THE SEA June 21-25, July 12-16 (No Golf Available), July 19-23, July 26-30, August 16-20 Five Farms Pool Complex • 9:00am-4:00pm Ages 4-12 (Must be potty-trained to register) Members $300/Week | Guests $350/Week $150 for Golf or Tennis (Add Second Sport for $100) $20/Day for Before/After Care 100% Payment Due Before Child Begins Camp; 50% Non-refundable; 10% Sibling Discount (Must be attending the same week)

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FRIDAY POOL PARTY: PERUVIAN NIGHT Five Farms Pool Complex • 5:00pm-8:00pm Live music!

Adults $30++ | Children (4-12) $20++* RSVP: Pool Calendar; Pool Attire; Beverages by Chit; Sole Dining Option at the Pool; Café Snacks Available

JUNE 1

WINE SOCIETY Five Farms & Zoom • 6:30pm-8:00pm Free to Wine Society Members $30++ Non-Wine Society Members (Includes hors d'oeuvres) Virtual pickup 6/1 from 4:00pm-6:00pm at Golf Circle JOIN WINE SOCIETY! June marks the start of a new year of Wine Society! $180++ per Person (Includes 10 monthly tasting sessions, 50% off bottles of wine up to $100 in À la Carte on Tuesdays, corkage fee waived on outside wine twice a year)

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PIZZA & KARAOKE AT THE POOL Five Farms Pool Complex• 5:00pm-7:00pm Live DJ, karaoke, and pizza! $12++ per Pizza (Cheese, Pepperoni, & Specialty) RSVP: Pool Calendar; Pool Attire; Beverages by Chit

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DIY FOR DAD Five Farms • 1:00pm-3:00pm Create a special gift for Dad! $25++ per Gift (All supplies & packaging included) Country Club Casual; For more information, contact Heather Miller-Kent at hmiller@bcc1898.com

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TRIVIA NIGHT Five Farms • 6:00pm-9:00pm $45++ per Person (Includes dinner & glass of wine) Call to Make a Reservation; Teams of (6); Minimum of (4) Teams Required; Cocktails by Chit; Country Club Casual

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COVID-19 GUIDELINES

MASKS ARE REQUIRED...

INDOORS

at ALL times, except when seated at a table consuming food and beverages

HEALTH QUESTIONNAIRE

• All members and guests are required to fill out the health questionnaire no sooner than 24 hours before your reservation • Questionnaire submissions are only valid for the date of your reservation • Members and guests under 18 are also required to fill out the form

OUTDOORS

if you cannot maintain six feet of distance between other individuals

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• Reservations are required to dine at BCC • Members are required to maintain proper physical distancing protocols of at least six feet • 10 people are permitted per table • Candles, salt, and pepper will be available per table and disinfected between each reservation • Members will be asked to sanitize their hands before entering the dining room • All members will be greeted by the host outside the Golf Circle • All carry out orders will be picked up at the Host Stand

EVENTS

• Events remain at 50% capacity at Five Farms and 25% capacity at Roland Park • Communal foods and self-serve buffets are now permitted with social distancing measures in place • Six feet of space between each table is still required with no more than 10 individuals per table

PRO SHOPS

• Capacity restrictions have been lifted • Members are required to maintain proper physical distancing protocols of at least six feet • Changing rooms are now open • Members will be asked to sanitize their hands before entering the Pro Shops 8

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• Beginning April 3, the only restriction for guests will be that they will not be able to play on Saturday and Sunday prior to 11:00am • Sign-in for play will take place at the Tee Managers station, located outside the back of the Golf House • Benches and bunker rakes will be placed on the course • Flagsticks may be touched and removed from the hole, if so desired. Noodles will still be in the hole for those wishing not to remove flagsticks • Driving Range amenities including range finders, adirondack chairs, club cleaners, chipping green practice balls, alignment sticks, and warm-up/fitness equipment will be available • Two people are permitted to ride together in a golf car without a mask if they live in the same household. If two people who do NOT live in the same household are sharing a golf car, a mask is recommended • Refreshment stands are open

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ons have been lifted and reservations are no longer required asked to sanitize their hands before entering the Fitness facility ce of equipment before, during, and after use with the gym wipes ing spray bottles which will be placed around the Fitness Center quired to maintain proper physical distancing protocols (at least six to the physical distancing markings on the floor

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RACQUETS

• Reservations must be made for all play (including, lessons, clinics, and court time) • Hand sanitizer must be used before and after play and before entering the Pro Shop

SQUASH • Doubles will be open to normal play • Singles play - Two players on the court maximum to play. Players can be from different households • Private and semi private lessons only; no clinics • Goggles and racquets must remain on the floor, not leaned against walls • Players are encouraged to wear headbands and wristbands. Hands MUST NOT be wiped on the walls • Players are encouraged to bring a change of shirt to limit the amount of sweat that may drop on courts • No demo racquets or borrowed glasses at this time • Towels will be available. Dirty towels must be left in the towel bin at the entrance to the squash courts • Please bring your own water. Water is not available at this time • The upstairs viewing area is open

TENNIS & PICKLEBALL • • • • •

Guests are permitted Clinics will be limited to four per court Doubles pickleball is permitted Ice and water machine upstairs is available Chairs are on the tennis courts and must be spaced at least six feet apart 9

CLUB EVENTS

To-Go

In celebration of Earth Day, pick up a ready-to-plant native garden kit to support pollinators and increase biodiversity in your home landscape!

SUNDAY, APRIL 18

Five Farms | 9:00am-10:00am

Native Garden Kit $20++ RSVP: Club Calendar | Cancellation Policy Applies Order Deadline: Sunday, April 11

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PRIVATE EVENTS

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FITNESS & WELLNESS

FIT & WELL

with Marissa Loforte, Personal Coach & Thai Yoga Massage Practitioner

You are cordially invited to try an Intro to Fitness & Wellness package with Marissa to help you strengthen, stretch, and relax. This package gives you a teaser of all the programs Marissa offers at BCC. If you want to build a workout strength training routine, enjoy simple dynamic stretching, and relax through Thai Yoga Massage, this package is for you. Marissa emphasizes proper alignment and breathing techniques in all sessions. Her passion in life is to help build a routine for her clients that benefits their physical, emotional, and mental health. Each session will be designed to match your specific goals and needs.

Wellness Investment: $115 (value $130) • One 30-minute personal training session • One 30-minute dynamic stretch or Vinyasa Yoga session • One 30-minute Thai Yoga Massage session For more information on Thai Yoga Massage please look back to March Lifestyle page 9. To sign up for this intro package, email Marissa at mloforte@bcc1898.com. ◆

Your Success is Our Success I would like to welcome Marissa Loforte to the Fitness and Wellness team at BCC. In the few short weeks since she has arrived, I have had the pleasure of working out with her, as well as having multiple Thai Yoga Massage sessions that have made a significant difference in how I feel and my overall flexibility—amazing. When it comes to overall fitness experience, Marissa has all the knowledge and skills needed to make a difference, but what stands out is her personality and enthusiasm for what she is doing and the people she is working with.

Once again, I welcome Marissa to the team and our wonderful community and highly recommend you reach out to get started!

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GROUNDS

GREENKEEPER'S UPDATE by Tim Kennelly, CGCS, Head Greenkeeper During winter, our Golf & Grounds Team stayed busy with the weekly weather events (snow and ice) to ensure the safety of members, staff, and guests who arrive at both the Roland Park and Five Farms locations. It was the first time in many years that the entire month of February was entirely covered in snow at our Five Farms location.

Both courses have fared very well during the winter months, and I am often asked whether snow is harmful to the grass and golf courses. Since our annual average of snow is approximately 20 inches per year, we have found that snow cover is a good thing because it insulates the turf from cold temperature extremes and severe temperature fluctuations. Snow cover also protects turf from winter wind desiccation. Snow coverage is rarely a problem for turf because gas exchange between the soil and atmosphere is not entirely restricted. Ice, on the other hand, if it persists for too long, is much more dangerous to turf health. Since our playing surfaces are predominately creeping bentgrass, ice is not a concern because creeping bentgrass possesses excellent winter tolerance. In contrast, a green surface such as poa annua may be vulnerable to damage once continuous snow and ice coverage reaches 40 days or more.

Once the snow disappeared in March, a few areas remained closed for play until we received consistently warmer temperatures. Due to heavy use on the Driving Range grass areas, we rely on artificial surfaces to preserve grass when conditions do not allow for recovery. Last winter, our staff installed covers on areas of the courses to increase surface and soil temperatures to encourage top growth, seed germination, and root growth in thin areas. The grass tees will open once temperatures are consistently between 60-75 degrees to ensure their adequate recovery.

On March 31, 2020, under Governor Hogan’s order, all BCC sporting facilities (including golf) were closed and reopened in early May. Both courses received record rounds of play, and we expect the 2021 season to be just as busy.

The Club and our operation remain committed to adapting and changing during these ever-changing times and continue to operate with the highest regard for staff ’s safety and welfare and those who enter the property. Like last year,

our goal remains the same: to provide two well-conditioned golf courses and well-manicured grounds that reflect the pride and professionalism of both our golf courses and Grounds Team. As the golf courses open for play, you will notice many course accessories have been placed back on the courses. They include benches at select tee locations, trash receptacles, bunker rakes, and ball retrievers near the water hazards on the East Course. Regarding the flag poles, you may remove the poles if you desire; however, the noodles will remain for a period of time.

We look forward to a great 2021 golf season. ◆

COURSE CLOSURES APRIL 5

East Course closed

12 West Course closed (Solid tine fairway aeration) 19

East Course closed

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East Course closed

MAY 3-5

East Course closed (Aeration)

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East Course closed (Aeration rain date)

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West Course closed

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West Course closed

JUNE 1

East Course closed

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East Course closed

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East Course closed

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East & West closed (Private event)

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East & West closed (Private event raindate)

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GOLF

GOLF

RELUCTANT LADIES' GOLF CLINICS

INSTRUCTION PROGRAMS & CLINICS

Learn the basics or sharpen your skills with BCC's new Golf Instructional Programming ◆

1½ hours of Practice Facility and on course instruction.

Open to all members. Non-golf members encouraged and welcome.

Golf clubs are available. $20 per session Tuesday Mornings | April 6, 20, May 4, 18 | 10:30am-12:00pm Tuesday Evenings | April 13, May 11, 25 | 5:30pm-7:00pm Wednesday Mornings | April 14, 28, May 12, 26 | 10:30am-12:00pm Thursday Afternoons | April 8, May 6, 27 | 1:00pm-2:30pm Thursday Evenings | May 13 | 5:30pm-7:00pm Friday Afternoons | April 16, May 7, 21 | 1:00pm-2:30pm

PROJECT 9 LADIES' GOLF CLINICS

Watch Jo anna's video on BCC's Yo uTube channel!

From 25 to 150 yards, learn how to minimize the strokes on your scorecard where they really count. 30-45 minutes of short game and approach shot instruction followed by 45-60 minutes of on course instruction during clinic days. Start at 25 yards and graduate to 50 yards when you can score a 9 (3 on each hole) during a test day. Open to all female members (non-golfers welcome). Clubs are available for use. $20 per session Tuesday Mornings | April 13 & May 11 | 10:30am-12:00pm Tuesday Evenings | April 6 & May 4 | 5:30pm-7:00pm Wednesday Mornings | April 7, 21, May 5, 19 | 10:30am-12:00pm

LADIES’ GOLF SCHOOLS

Golf schools aimed specifically at different handicap groups, focusing on either short game, full swing, or navigating trouble situations (rough, bunkers, and uneven lies).

Handicap 0-19 Short Game April 8 | 3:00pm-5:00pm April 17 | 10:00am-12:00pm May 14 | 8:30am-10:30am

Trouble Shots April 29 | 11:00am-1:00pm May 21 | 9:00am-11:00am

Full Swing April 10 | 10:00am-12:30pm May 8 | 9:00am-11:30am May 29 | 9:00am-11:00am Handicap 20-36 Short Game April 8 | 10:30am-12:30pm May 20 | 1:00pm-3:00pm

Full Swing April 17 | 1:00pm-3:30pm May 7 | 9:30am-12:00pm May 28 | 9:00am-11:30am 14

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SIPS & TIPS

Ladies’ golf instruction and social series. Enjoy a cocktail over a different topic each session.

Irons & Hybrids May 19 | 5:30pm-7:00pm $40 per session (includes drink ticket)

MEN’S WEDNESDAY SCORING CLINICS Handicap 20+ Wednesdays | 5:30pm-6:30pm | $25 per session Trouble Shots April 30 | 9:00am-11:00am

Full Swing April 10 | 1:00pm-3:30pm May 14 | 1:00pm-3:30pm Handicap 36+ Short Game April 16 | 1:00pm-3:00pm May 15 | 10:00am-12:00pm

Thursday Afternoons | April 29, May 13 | 1:00pm-2:30pm

Itinerary April 7: Chipping April 14: Pitching April 21: Bunker April 28: Distance Wedges May 5: Putting

May 12: Green Reading

& Lag Putting May 19: Flop Shots

& Specialty Shots

MEN’S INTRO TO GOLF SCHOOL

Trouble Shots May 6 | 9:00am-11:00am

Designed to teach the beginner golfer everything they need to know about the game. Topics include grip, stance, posture, ball position, basic swing techniques, and much more! Open to all members. Non-golf members encouraged and welcome. Golf clubs available.

May 15, June 5, July 10 | 2:00pm-3:30pm $25 per session

GOLF

JUNIOR GOLF JUNIOR GOLF KICK-OFF NIGHT & U.S. KIDS GOLF FITTING EVENT Thursday, April 12 | 5:00pm-6:30pm Complimentary

AFTER SCHOOL CLINICS

Tuesdays & Thursdays April 6, 8, 13, 20, 22, 27, 29 | 5:00pm-6:00pm Ages 6-17 | $15 per junior

FUTURE GOLFERS CLINIC

Saturdays | April 17, 24 | 9:30am-10:00am Ages 3-6 | $10 per junior

DRIVE, CHIP, AND PUTT TRAINING PROGRAM

The Drive, Chip, and Putt Championship is a free nationwide junior golf competition aimed at growing the game by focusing on the three fundamental skills employed in golf. This program will have your junior ready for the local, sub-regional, and regional qualifying. The road to the National Finals at Augusta National starts here at BCC! Fridays | April 30-May 28 | 5:00pm-6:00pm Ages 7-15 $100 (includes five-week training program and two competition simulations)

CONGRATULATIONS BCC CADDIES It gives us great pleasure to announce that Rebecca Lannon and Varada Maulkhan, two caddies from our Caddie Program, have been selected as recipients of the prestigious Evans Scholarship.

The Evans Scholarship is the largest caddie scholarship program in the United States. Since 1930 they have sent more than 11,000 hard-working caddies to college through their program. This scholarship offers recipients full four-year tuition and housing scholarships to one of 19 major universities, including most Big 10 universities.

In fact, the University of Maryland at College Park is in the process of constructing an Evans Scholar house that will accommodate approximately forty future scholars each year. In addition, the BMW Championship that is taking place this coming August at Caves Valley is a key funding source for the Evans Scholarship as well as individual donations through the Par Club, which many of our BCC members have contributed to over the years.

Rebecca and Varada join BCC Caddie and Evans Scholar Samantha Lannon, soon to be a graduate of Ohio State University, in this remarkable achievement and honor.

Get to know a little more about Rebecca and Varada.

Rebecca Lannon BCC Caddie for 3 years Rebecca is the youngest of three and has always looked up to her sister, previous Evans Scholarship recipient Samantha Lannon. She created her path in life by following her passion for music. Rebecca enjoys playing instruments and is working on writing and producing an album. She plans to study Communication and Music Technology in college.

Varada Maulkhan BCC Caddie for 2 years As the daughter of Guyanese immigrants, the value of hard work was ingrained in her from an early age. She has been playing golf for ten years and has gained many life lessons from the game. Varada loves teaching and has had several opportunities to teach young children.

This has given her great respect for teachers and the perseverance it takes in that profession. The First Tee of Greater Baltimore has offered her many opportunities to play at great golf courses, and she is very thankful.

Varada plans to study Secondary Education and History in college.

We want to thank the Caddie Committee: Steve Colnitis, Joe Fields, Frank Palmer, John Leahy, and Frank Cannon, the Golf Committee, Board of Governors, and the entire BCC membership for continually supporting our Caddie Program. Because of your efforts, the Club is making a difference in the lives of our youth. ◆ 15

RACQUETS

CONGRATULATIONS ON AN AMAZING PADDLE SEASON

As we usher in the tennis and pickleball season we would like to highlight the end of a monumental season

Wednesday, February 24 BCC's Women’s Paddle Team won the Interclub Championship for the first time in 16 years.

Team Members Audra Cathell, Barb Agerton, Liz Boyce, Maggie Colonell, Dorie Fain, Caroline Falvey, Gigi Farley, Anja Freiburg, Amy Gemmill, Susan Hartman, Christine Heaphy, Holly Hoenes, Carey Jacobs, Marion Kandel, Kelly Lausch, Cristina Niccolini, Sarah Orthwein, Stefanie Rose, Gill Shelhoss, Finley Weatherford, Gale Woods

Thursday, March 4 BCC's Men's Division 1 Paddle Team won the Baltimore Men's Interclub Paddle League finals. This is the team's fourth title in five years.

Team Members Mike Niccolini, Gillet Boyce, Graham Boyce, Dale Cathell, Bryan Del Monte, Tyler Feeley, Collin Johns, Tim Polk, Dan Falvey, Alex Fine, Roger Kelly, Mike O'Neil, Rob Sharps, Eric Staczek, Dave Tiberii, Jeff Gordon

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RACQUETS

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