February Lifestyle 2023

EVENTS CALENDAR

Location - Roland Park RP | Five Farms FF

The Five Farms clubhouse is scheduled to reopen on Tuesday, February 7. Our Roland Park and Five Farms clubhouses will be open from Wednesday, February 8, through Sunday, March 5. Please see page 3 for the À la Carte dining schedule.

BOARD

Carroll, President

E. Johnston, Vice President

R. Sieck, Secretary

W. Mohler, Jr., Treasurer

The Admissions Committee welcomes comments from the BCC membership regarding any of the foregoing candidates. All communication with the Admissions Committee is held in strict confidence. The current members of the Admissions Committee and their contact information are as follows:

WELCOME TO THE CLUB!

New member bios can be viewed on our website or app under Membership.

PROPOSED FOR MEMBERSHIP

The following prospective members were posted for membership in the Club since the January 10, 2023 meeting of the Admissions Committee. See the most updated list on the Current Proposed Members page under Membership on the website or on the app.

Proposed Proposer

Mr. Yeardley W. Green

Mrs. Christine E. Green

Mr. John F. Lovisolo

Mr. Brandon E. A. Tuccio

Mrs. Erin T. Voelkel

Mr. Scott B. Vane

Mr. Scott B. Vane

Mr. Michael E. Muldowney

Mr. Alex W. Kirby

Mr. Ryan Voelkel

CONDOLENCES

Dr. Susan Strahan December 28, 2022

Dr. Franklin E. Leslie December 21, 2022

Mr. Christopher R. Aceto

Mrs. Rachel N. Mech

Mrs. Rachel C. Rutherford

Mrs. Samantha P. Beecher

Mrs. Danielle H. Novak

Dr. Peter DeCarlo

Mrs. Kira Shadoff

Mr. Andrew W. Croner

Mr. Thomas J. Rutherford

Dr. Mitra Taheri

Mrs. Elizabeth A. Aceto

Mr. Devin McCreery

Dr. Aerlyn Dawn

Mr. Theodore F. Schroeder

Mr. Alexander H. Beecher

Mr. Robert M. Novak

Dr. Marianne Dawn

Mr. Eric Shadoff

Mr. Colin W. Forsyth

Mrs. Katherine D. Forsyth

UPDATE YOUR MEMBER PROFILE

Help us help you make the most of your BCC membership by updating your member profile! To do so, log onto the Club website or mobile app, click My Profile, then click Edit to make changes.

Do you have dependents?

If you have children ages 8 and up, please use their member number to login to their account and update their profile.

Did you recently have a baby?

Please contact Director of Membership Casey Schell at cschell@bcc1898.com to have your bundle of joy added to your profile.

Haven't updated your profile picture in the last three to five years?

1. Go to www.bcc1898.com on your preferred web browser

2. Click Login underneath the Menu button

3. Enter your username and password. Click Sign In (if you forgot your password and/or are unable to login, please contact Digital Content Coordinator Rachel Barnes at rbarnes@bcc1898.com for assistance)

4. On the top bar, click My Profile to make updates

5. Click Edit

6. Click Upload underneath the profile picture

7. Click Choose & Upload. JPG, JPEG, PNG, and BMP files are supported. Files should be less than 1 MB

8. Locate a recent photo of yourself on your personal computer or mobile device. Click Open to save

Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore Partnership

Baltimore Country Club is proud to announce the renewal of our partnership with Four Seasons Hotel in Baltimore e ective January 1, 2023 through December 31, 2023.

Scan the code to learn about complimentary bene ts for BCC members

Back to the FARM

The Five Farms clubhouse is scheduled to reopen on Tuesday, February 7. Our Roland Park and Five Farms clubhouses will be open from Tuesday, February 7, through Sunday, March 5. See page 6 to view updated event locations for February and March.

FIVE FARMS

Dining Hours

Beginning February 7 | Tuesday-Sunday | 11:00am-9:00pm

Lunch: 11:00am-2:00pm Clubhouse Menu: 2:00pm-5:00pm Dinner: 5:00pm-9:00pm

FIVE FARMS DINING GUIDELINES

• Reservations are recommended. During periods of high volume, walk-in diners may experience extended wait times

• Family Dining

▶ All ages are permitted to dine in the 1924 Grille, Elm Room, and outdoor porches

▶ Ages 13 and up are permitted to dine in the Adirondack Bar and Trophy Bar. Children ages 12 and under are permitted in these dining areas on Sundays only

▶ Only adults ages 21 and up are permitted to sit at any bar or access the Rooftop Terrace

▶ Parents and guardians are responsible for the supervision and proper behavior of their children at all times. Members cannot be responsible for the unsupervised children of other members. In the event that a child (or children) is misbehaving, you may be approached by a member of the Club’s staff and asked to address the behavior

▶ Staff are not responsible for the supervision of members' children

ROLAND PARK

Dining Hours

FEBRUARY 8-MARCH 5

Wednesday-Sunday 4:00pm-9:00pm

Bar: Opens at 4:00pm Dinner: 5:00pm-9:00pm

The last day of À la Carte service at Roland Park is Sunday, March 5

• Dining reservations will be available in the following areas:

▶ Indoor: 1924 Grille & Elm Room

▶ Outdoor (weather permitting): Adirondack Porch (excludes soft seating), Grille Porch, Elm Porch, Tilly Porch

• Walk-In Only Areas: Adirondack Bar (weather permitting) & Trophy Bar

▶ Tables will be assigned on a first come first serve basis. These dining areas are not reservable

WINTER BOWLING LEAGUE SCHEDULE

February 1, 7, 8, 14, 15, 17 (Member-Guest), 21, 22

GENTLEMEN'S

Tuesdays or Wednesdays

7:00pm-9:00pm

LADIES’ THIRSTY THURSDAY

Thursdays; Monthly

7:00pm-9:00pm

MIXED (COUPLES)

Fridays or Saturdays; Monthly

7:30pm-9:30pm

LADIES’ TUESDAY

Tuesdays 9:00am-12:30pm

March 1 - Handicap Tournament

March 8 - Championship Warm-Up

March 15 - Championship Round 1

March 22 - Championship & Final Banquet

February 2

March 2 (Final Play & Banquet)

February 3, 4

March 4 (Final Play & Banquet)

February 7, 14, 21, 28

March 7, 14, 21 (Championship & Closing Luncheon)

LOOK NO FURTHER

BCC IS THE perfect VENUE FOR YOUR NEXT EVENT

Take advantage of the various spaces at both clubhouses to host or sponsor an event. We have plenty of private rooms to t the needs of your social and corporate gatherings!

FIVE FARMS

ROLAND PARK

If you have questions or would like to book your event, contact the Events Team at events@bcc1898.com

UPCOMING CLUB EVENTS

 Adult Events  Family Events  Children's Events Featured Events

RSVP: Club Calendar • Cancellation policy applies unless stated otherwise • *Complimentary for children under 4

FEBRUARY



UNCORKED: BURGUNDY

Roland Park • 6:30pm

$95++ per Person (Includes wine tastings & threecourse plated dinner)

Additional Beverages by Chit; Country Club Casual

 HEARTS & CRAFTS

Roland Park • 10:00am

Adults $35++ | Children 4-12 $20++ | Children 2-3 $15++ (Includes brunch buffet)

Complimentary for Children Under 2; Cocktails by Chit; Country Club Casual

MARCH

 UNCORKED: DUCKHORN VINEYARDS

Five Farms • 6:30pm

$95++ per Person (Includes wine tastings & threecourse plated dinner)

Additional Beverages by Chit; Country Club Casual

 VALENTINE’S DAY DINNER on page 5

 TRIVIA NIGHT

Five Farms • 6:00pm-9:00pm

$50++ per Person (Includes dinner & glass of wine)

Reservations Required; Pre-order Dinner When Making Your Reservation; 10 Players Maximum per Team; Cocktails by Chit; Country Club Casual

 OYSTER ROAST on page 5

 TRIVIA NIGHT

Five Farms • 6:00pm-9:00pm

$50++ per Person (Includes dinner & glass of wine)

Reservations Required; Pre-order Dinner When Making Your Reservation; 10 Players Maximum per Team; Cocktails by Chit; Country Club Casual

 GAME NIGHT on page 7

APRIL

 EASTER EGG HUNT on page 7

 UNCORKED: ITALIAN WINES

Five Farms • 6:30pm

$95++ per Person (Includes wine tastings & threecourse plated dinner)

Additional Beverages by Chit; Country Club Casual

 EASTER EGG HUNT on page 7

 EASTER BRUNCH

Roland Park • 11:00am-2:00pm

Complimentary Family Photos

Adults $65++ | Children (4-12) $25++*

Sole Dining Option; Cocktails by Chit; Jacket & Tie

 EASTER DINNER

Five Farms • 5:00pm

Plated entrée with displayed hors d'oeuvres & desserts

Complimentary Family Photos

Adults $60++ | Children (4-12) $25++*

Sole Dining Option; Cocktails by Chit; Jacket & Tie

 TRIVIA NIGHT

Five Farms • 6:00pm-9:00pm

$50++ per Person (Includes dinner & glass of wine)

Reservations Required; Pre-order Dinner When Making Your Reservation; 10 Players Maximum per Team; Cocktails by Chit; Country Club Casual

 POLLINATOR PLANTS TO-GO on page 7

KEEPING GOOD COMPANY

By Rebecca Printen, Therapeutic Yoga Instructor

“Every year, I try to eat better,” says one of my yoga students, “but by the end of February, my new year's resolutions are already broken.”

This is true for a lot of us. February can be the month that our good habits start to break down. We mistakenly believe our habits are purely individual behaviors and choices. Many habits are highly influenced by our social circle. Our decision to make a change often cascades through our family, friends, and coworkers. All these people influence who we are and the choices we make.

Satsanga is a Sanskrit term that means “keeping good company.” Surrounding yourself with good, supportive people can be the most powerful thing you do to change old habits and hold on to new ones.

4 WEEKS TO BETTER BALANCE & A STRONGER CORE Small Group Program

with Dolores Aaronson, Group Exercise Instructor

A strong core is critical to everything we do. In this beginner to intermediate level program, we will work together to strengthen the small muscles that play an important role in keeping you grounded, then progress onto recruiting the larger muscles that support them. Basic moves will be put together and built upon to challenge both your core strength and balance!

VINYASA YOGA

HEART OPENER WORKSHOP

with Marissa Loforte, Group Exercise Instructor

Have you ever wondered how to do wheel pose, camel, lying pigeon, or restorative fish pose? Join Marissa to learn how to properly warm up the spine, shoulders, and hip flexors to enter a supportive backbend. All these poses will gently open the chest to offset that sitting desk forward lean. You will leave with a positive mindset, feeling more open and relaxed. All levels welcome, variations will be given to support your practice. Yoga mats will be provided.

Sunday, February 12

Group Exercise Studio* | 10:00am-10:50am

$18 per Person

Thursdays | February 16-March 9 Group Exercise Studio* | 11:00am-12:00pm

$20 per Session

Includes weekly motivational email (movement & nutrition tips) and 15-minute home core workout

GREENKEEPER’S UPDATE

On October 31, 2022, we implemented and recently completed an additional phase of the long-term drainage master plan on the East Course by finishing the entire hole of #1 and lowest portion of the #2 fairway. Details of the work include 855 tons of drainage sand, 226 tons of growing mix (top 6" of trench), 1.79 miles of pipe, and 32 surface drainage basins installed. Our long-term drainage master plan was developed in 2018 by Turf Drainage Company of America and implemented in 2019 because of record-breaking rainfall in 2018, with over 75" of precipitation (33" above the 147-year annual average), followed by 55" in 2019 (14" above the annual average). The plan has been implemented with local golf course contractor McDonald & Sons. To date, 4.04 miles of pipe, out of the over 15 miles in the plan,

have been installed. The plan involves numerous phases throughout the next few years until it’s fully complete. Ultimately the goal is to consistently provide a welldrained soil profile, healthy playing surfaces that can withstand the summer stress periods, and firmer playing surfaces that our members and guests come to expect. In addition, the work is designed to reduce or eliminate the number of days that carts are restricted from the East Course following rain events.

In addition to the drainage work this past fall, cart path repairs were completed on holes #6 and #12 West along with work in front of #1 East tee.

WINTER MAINTENANCE

As you know, much of what we do is dependent on the weather. During the winter months, when conditions are favorable for continuous improvement, our teams are outside since much of the work by both the Golf and Grounds teams are made in the off-season when play is not at its peak. While our staff size is reduced, a great deal of work is accomplished when work can be performed without interference from daily play.

Examples of work performed in the winter months include:

Have a great winter and we look forward to seeing you at Five Farms! ◆

Tim Kennelly, CGCS Head Greenkeeper

CART PATH REPAIRS #11 East Cart Path

Painting & refurbishing course & grounds accessories

Snow & ice removal

Landscape cleanup & winter pruning

Splitting wood for use in fireplaces

Staff training in turfgrass & landscape maintenance

Tree removal to improve growing conditions

Winter weed control on warm season grasses

Irrigation installation, improvements, & repairs

Green, tee, fairway, rough aeration & topdressing Aeration & sodding Club lawns

Maintenance pruning of apple orchards (East #3 & #18)

Repairs & maintenance to perimeter fencing

HOW TO KEEP YOUR

Junior Golfer ENGAGED THIS WINTER

By Danny Murphy, Junior Golf Director

In Maryland, the weather is not necessarily our friend for golf in the winter. But… there are still plenty of ways for your junior to stay active this off-season so that they are ready to swing away when the weather warms back up.

Here are a couple of tips I recommend for not only juniors, but adults as well!

PLAY PUTTING GAMES AT HOME

Putting is the safest way to practice golf indoors on a carpet or even on an indoor putting mat. Implementing proper form and technique (using one's shoulders to lead their stroke instead of their hands) can slowly develop muscle memory over time and greatly improve anyone's putting stroke. Get creative and use household items such as stuffed animals, action figures, empty cardboard boxes, etc.—the possibilities are endless! For the younger juniors, this gives them a way to use their imagination to turn a cardboard box into a castle or sports stadium that they must putt through. Creating an environment at home utilizing fun toys and other items can really make a junior start to love golf in their own way. When they come to the Club at the start of the new season, they will feel more comfortable and get to enjoy everything this game has to offer. For my older juniors and adults, have fun with it and play a match between yourself and a buddy where the hole could be as simple as a toilet paper roll on the ground.

My only ask is that you have fun with it and put random obstacles in the way such as pillows and other clubs in your bag! No one likes a boring putt-putt course, so get creative and have fun putting indoors.

UTILIZE THE LOFT AT FIVE FARMS

We have two simulators that can be booked for personal use or private parties. Both simulators have many courses to choose from offering a variety of formats to play from whether you and a friend want to challenge Pebble Beach together in a team scramble or one-on-one in match play. Personally, I am a massive fan of how many fun games we can play to get away from the typical golf format. If you have never tried playing the games, I recommend you give it a shot. You might find it surprising how fun it can be to smash windows of a massive virtual mansion and Bugatti, or maybe your junior likes to play the popular Angry Birds game and you can now play the golf version we have called Angry Golf! What about darts? Long drive competition between friends? Virtual TopGolf? We have it all! The Loft is the perfect way for your whole family to take advantage of improving your golf game this winter, but more importantly, have fun together! For those of you who would also like some private instruction, our teaching bay is also available.

AFTER SCHOOL CLINICS & PROGRAMS

Yes, we have them, and I can promise this program is not one you want to miss out on if your junior is aspiring to improve and create friendships that will last a lifetime! For juniors ages 8-17, we have clinics available on Monday evenings in The Loft. Class sizes are limited, so please check Golf Genius for registration. Be on the lookout for more fun and exciting junior programs and events coming this year.

For more information regarding the Junior Academy, private lessons with myself, or anything else at all please reach out to me at dmurphy@bcc1898.com and I will be sure to get back to you.

I hope to see you around this winter working on those swings! ◆

2023 MGA KICKOFF

The Men’s Golf Association (MGA) is happy to announce their annual kickoff event for the 2023 season!

Date TBA

Five Farms | 2:00pm-3:30pm

The following topics will be covered:

• Review the Golf, Green, and MGA Committee charters

▶ Golf Committee: Member experience

▶ Green Committee: Course conditioning and coursespecific matters

▶ MGA: Gentlemen's Golf and tournaments

• Introduction of MGA Committee members

• Introduction of the Chairpersons for each of the Tournaments who act as the liaison between the MGA and the BCC Golf Team

• MGA Tournament schedule updates and format changes for certain events

• Introduction of new events to the calendar

• Explanation of point system for Player of the Year and season ending MGA Championship

• Explanation of process for addressing concerns related to the MGA and their events

• Marketing collateral will be available as well as digital displays for the upcoming season

Attendees will be allowed advance registration for the Individual and Team Matchplay tournaments, Gentlemen’s Season Opener, and the new March Madness Putting Championship.

Join us in congratulating Junior Golf Director Danny for being selected as a U.S. Kids Golf Top 50 Kids Coach.

Danny’s hard work and exemplary dedication to the growth and development of Junior Golf at BCC led to this prestigious recognition.

COMING SOON!

Golfer’s University is an interactive online course that will cover the following topics in a fun, enjoyable, and educational manner using video and presentation slides:

• Staffing & course updates

• Weather affecting course conditions (why and how we manage these conditions)

• Merchandise

• Golf events

• Golf group information

• And more!

BASH Smash & RACQUETS BANQUET

The most anticipated racquets social event of the season is finally here!

BCC is hosting our second annual Smash & Bash Racquets Banquet on Saturday, February 25. We are celebrating everything that has been accomplished in racquets at BCC in the past calendar year. Members and sta have been welcomed to nominate candidates in squash, paddle, pickleball, and tennis. ese awards include an MVP, Most Improved, and Sport Ambassador in each of the respective racquet sports. If you didn’t receive a nomination form and are interested, scan the QR code below.

is year, leading up to Smash & Bash, we have the Squash Club Championship and Paddle Club Championship nals. If you are participating in either of these events, you have already been registered for Smash & Bash as part of your entry into the respective championship. If you would like to invite a spouse or another BCC member, please RSVP via the Club Calendar to join the party. Get ready for a jam-packed evening of camaraderie, games, food stations, giveaways, and most of all, enjoying each other's company. Whether you are a racquets enthusiast or someone who simply wants to have a fun evening, please feel welcome to join in on the fun. ◆

Submit your award nominations. You may submit multiple candidates for each category!

The more the merrier! Register your spouse or guest via the Racquets Calendar.

JUNIOR WINTER PROGRAMMING SCHEDULE

IT'S SQUASH BUSY SEASON

February is our busy season on the squash courts with the BHL (Mixed Doubles) season continuing, hosting a US Squash Junior Silver National tournament at BCC on Saturday, February 11 and Sunday, February 12, and concluding with the finals of the 2023 Squash Club Championships and Smash & Bash racquets banquet on Saturday, February 25.

Lesson times are available with our professionals to sharpen your cardio and skills before the finals. To book a private lesson, contact me at wjohnstone@bcc1898.com. We are also offering several junior squash clinics for our younger players. Be sure to register your juniors for clinics via the Squash Calendar on the website or mobile app. I look forward to seeing you on the squash courts soon.

Wade Johnstone Director of Squash

Roland Park

4712 Club Road Baltimore, MD 21210

Five Farms

11500 Mays Chapel Road Lutherville, MD 21093

www.bcc1898.com | 410.889.4400

MAIN NUMBERS

Golf House: 410.561.3381

Tennis House: 410.889.4474

Racquets Pro Shop: 410.467.1208

DINING HOURS

February 7 - March 5

Five Farms

Tuesday-Sunday

Lunch: 11:00am-2:00pm

Clubhouse Menu: 2:00pm-5:00pm

Dinner: 5:00pm-9:00pm

Roland Park

Wednesday-Sunday

Bar Opens: 4:00pm

Dinner: 5:00pm-9:00pm

The last day of À la Carte service at Roland Park is Sunday, March 5

RESERVATIONS

For all reservations please visit www.bcc1898.com, download our mobile app via the Apple Store or Google Play Store, call 410.889.4400, or email reservations@bcc1898.com.

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