Quail Creek: Quail Trails January - February 2021

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January & February 2021

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Important Club Numbers Clubhouse Receptionist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .239-597-2831 Sports Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239-597-2900 Main Spa Line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239-593-9378 Golf Course Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239-597-1719 Gatehouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239-597-1514

Club Officers & Directors John Friend, President Jack Phillips, Vice President Tim Reid, Treasurer Gail Swor, Secretary Karen Whitney, Director Gary Evans, Director Stu Hodgson, Director Bernie Hirl, Director Ed Dyer, Director

Quail Creek Staff Direct Numbers Administration:

Chad Schultenover, GM/COO . . . . . . . . . . . . 239-254-7403 Stephanie Ohloff, Director of Finance . . . . . . . . . . . . .239-254-7436 Cynthia Russell, Director of HR . . . . . . . . . . . . 239-254-7409 Tracey Maranto, Director of Membership . . . . . . . . . . . . .239-254-7423 Teri Brodie, Membership Coordinator . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239-254-7418 Donna Blais, Director of Communications & Marketing . . . . . . . . . . . . 239-254-7459 Casey Sodano, Director of Accounting Ops . . . . . . . . . . . . 239-254-7425 Deborah Taylor, Accounts Receivable . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239-254-7410 Joe Dombkowski, Building Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . 239-254-7426 Michelle Sann Concierge/Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . 239-254-7400 Food & Beverage:

Scott Ross, Executive Chef & Dir. of F & B Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . 239-254-7405 Melanie Dorcy, Director of Catering & Events . . . . . . . . . . . . .239-254-7407 Linda Landry, Dining Room Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239-254-7417 Mauva Blackwood, Dining Room Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . 239-254-7408 Arben Buxheli, Dining Room Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . 239-254-7482

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Golf Pro Shop:

Jon Balyeat, Director of Golf . . . . . . . . . . . . .239-254-7449 Gus Barchers, Head Golf Professional . . . . . . . . . . . . .239-254-7475 Court Sports:

Jose Pastrello, Director of Court Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . .239-254-7446 Kathy Taylor, Court Sports Pro Shop . . . . . . . . . . . . 239-254-7420 Fitness, Wellness & Spa:

Luanne Smith, Director of Fitness, Wellness & Spa . . . . . . . . . . . . 239-254-7460 Golf Course & Maintenance Facilities:

Kevin Leo, Director of Golf Courses & Grounds . . . . . . . . . . . . .239-254-7442 Jose Garcia, Super. of Creek Course . . . . . . . . . . . . .239-254-7443 Fred Bellantoni, GCM Equip Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . .239-254-7439 Scott Sopher, GCM Irrigation Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . .239-254-7438 Linda Figueroa, GCM Admin Asst. . . . . . . . . . . . . .239-254-7437

General Manager’s Letter Happy New Year! If you are like me, you are happy to see 2020 in our rear view and are looking ahead with optimism about 2021.

Chad Schultenover, GM/COO

Much like Quail Creek, I experienced a lot of change personally this year.

I moved my family from PA to FL. Anyone that has had to move with young kids knows how difficult that can be. Combine that with a pandemic and you have yourself quite a challenge. Quail Creek entered the phase of post-construction, experienced the challenges with leadership turnover, and had the challenge of managing through the pandemic. I learned a lot about myself, personally and professionally, during this transition. I know that Quail Creek has learned a lot as well.

This year we began to focus on more strategy with the Board. While the income statement and operations are very important, it is not where the Board should be putting their time. They need to focus on the future of the Club and improving the Club’s balance sheet health. Creating plans and directions to improve the total Club net worth is important. Planning for future projects and creating capital reserves to limit assessments and keep capital dues at a reasonable level is the way to get there. Between the Board and the Strategic planning committee, I am sure that we will devise a plan worthy of your approval in the coming months.

Until COVID is completely gone or under control according to the CDC and our government, we will be wearing masks for the foreseeable future. As more members will return after the first of the year, we will again need to heighten awareness and provide reminders about wearing a mask. Please make sure that you have a mask when you enter the Clubhouse and when moving about inside the Clubhouse. Your mask can be removed at your table when dining. Our staff is asked to provide you with a mask if you do not have one. When a certain dining event has food stations where our masked and gloved employees are serving you, we ask that you wear a mask when in line for the safety of your fellow members and our staff.

I am thankful to be an employee of Quail Creek and I am looking forward to the future of this year and the Club.

Sincerely, Chad Schultenover, CCM GM/COO

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Phase III Construction Progress Phase III construction is moving along nicely and a lot of progress has been made in the last three months. In the next few months, the new Creekside Cafe will start to sprout out of the ground and will be a welcomed addition to our outside entertainment space!

10-9-2020

Things are rapidly progressing. To date, all the concrete along the Creek is completed. The lawn and the putting green are starting to green up. Bocce work starts today, while we grade the fire truck lane along the building.

10-23-2020

This week we have begun to roll and mow the putting green and the lawn. The Bocce court concrete foundation has been poured. Work will begin to move quickly around Bocce. Concrete curbs and more cart paths have been poured.

Shaping around the fire pit area will begin next week.

11-6-2020

The Bocce courts have been filled in with the Har-Tru Clay and the fire pit area is beginning to take shape.

Pavers are going to arrive next week and will be set around the Bocce and fire pit areas. The putting green looks great and the new turf is being installed around all finished areas.

For your personal safety and that of others, please heed all construction signs, advisories and off-limit areas. The safety of Members, Staff and contractor personnel is our top priority.

We appreciate your cooperation and apologize for any inconvenience.

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11-20-20

The landscaping and trees are being planted this week. Pavers, lighting and covers are being installed around the bocce courts.

The areas for the new Creekside Cafe and Firepits will continue to take shape as construction is expected to start soon.

11-27-20

A lot has happened this week.

The pavers around Bocce are complete and more landscaping was added. The early start permit for the Creekside Café was approved and work will begin on Monday.

12-4-20 — 12-21-20

More concrete for the cart path has been poured and will be ready to use on December 5th.

This means we will no longer have a re-routing of the cart path along the Greenside Grille. The rough-in plumbing for the Creekside Café has moved along well this week.

We hope to pour the foundation next week. Bocce is nearly complete with a few minor items to finish.

Our Creekside Café is really starting to look like a building!

The trusses are on site and will be ready to be moved into place.

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Welcome Back Gala

“NIGHT MUSEUM MUSEUM”” AT THE

Saturday, November 14, 2020

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Membership Hello from your Membership Team at Quail Creek!

Tracey Maranto, Director of Membership tmaranto@quailcreekcc.com 239-254-7423

We hope that everyone had a wonderful Holiday Season – whether you were here in Naples and enjoying Quail Creek, or maybe up North and planning to head down in the New Year. Regardless – we hope these (challenging) times find you and your families safe & well.

Wow – what a year 2020 was in Membership! I think the word “New” sums it up – New Membership Team, New Marketing and Membership Initiatives and ultimately, many New Members! We learned a lot from each other this past year (thanks for your patience during this!) and are excited for a great 2021. We so enjoy what we do working together every day and even have some fun and laughs along the way!

As always, thanks for your referrals, your time chatting with us while touring prospective Members, and showing them how much Quail Creek is warm & welcoming place! Thank you all for welcoming them into your Tennis, Pickleball and Golf Groups – so many prospective Members are telling us how nice everyone is and are feeling right at home!

Teri Brodie, Membership Coordinator tbrodie@quailcreekcc.com 239-254-7418

We’re getting the word out (as always, in compliance with private club marketing standards!) that the time to join Quail Creek is NOW before the Joining Fee increases from $25,000 to $40,000 on March 1, 2021.

Thank you all for your support and encouragement throughout 2020. We are excited to see what 2021 brings for Quail Creek!

Tracey Maranto Membership Director

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Please Welcome QCCC’s Newest Members!

Thank you to our Members who refer their friends and family!

October 2020 Sherry & Mark Burns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Class A Golf Referred by Lynn & Darrell Middleton Debra & Bob Blinstrub . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Class A Golf Referred by Sherry & Mark Burns Cindy & Thomas Connor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Class A Golf Diane & Michael Kimber . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Social/Sports Referred by Julie & Frank Mann

Elizabeth & Bob Craig . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Associate Golf Samantha & Ryan Vetor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Associate Golf Referred by Shelby & Jim Randazzo Jennifer & Thad DenHartog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Associate Golf Referred by Vania & Grant Pohlmann

November 2020 Laurie & Jay Walsh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Class A Golf Referred by Sue & Bill Collins

Karen & Michael Brennan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Class A Golf

Carol & Jim Henry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Class A Golf

Lori & Brian Garofalo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Class A Golf

Maria Cuevas & Andres Bertens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Associate Golf Referred by Oliver Bertens

Eloisa & Peter Mullen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Class A Golf Laura & John LeVoy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Associate Golf Gabriella Gonella & Oliver Bertens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Associate Golf Referred by Gail DeFrancesca Patrick MacKrell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Class A Golf Referred by Noel Murphy Michael Pansini Jr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Associate Golf Lisa & Michael Pansini . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Class A Golf Rachel & Sean McCabe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Associate Golf Erin & Dan Herrenbruck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Associate Golf Stephanie & Kyle Rayburn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Associate Golf Jacki & Bruce Barron . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Class A Golf Referred by Dawna & David Hackman Jennifer & Greg Podolak . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Associate Golf Bridgett & Matthew Oakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Class A Golf Referred by Kevin Devine

Dr. Casey Skvorc & Larry Kaye . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Social/Sports Referred by Julianne & Greg Lassus Kim & Roy Hynan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Class A Golf Referred by Shelby & Jim Randazzo/ Barb & Phil Fioravante Peter Gibb . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Class A Golf Referred by Kim & Roy Hynan/ Dianne & Ken Randazzo/Shelby & Jim Randazzo Rebecca & Frank Pecora . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Associate Golf Referred by Dr. Bruce Hankin Laura Peterson & Jeff Hughart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Class A Golf Referred by Pat & John Peterson Samantha & Josh Leppo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Associate Golf Audrey Kelley & Jon Egan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Associate Golf Referred by Anna Egan Bridget Fagan & Bill Banker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Class A Golf Referred by Linda & Drexel Bunch

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On The Green

Jon Balyeat, PGA Director of Golf

As we transition away from 2020 and look ahead to the new year, we are looking forward to continued progress and a new sense of normality. The past 9 months have presented numerous challenges and forced all of us to look at our daily routines in a different light. We are fortunate to be where we are today, and I truly believe Quail Creek Country Club will emerge stronger in 2021.

Golf has proven to play an important role for all of us over the past 9 months. It has given us the opportunity to spend time with old friends and create a few new ones as well. It has given us a reprieve from our daily challenges and provided an outlet to feel safe in a time of uncertainty.

As we enter the new year, we are excited to continue our Association events, which have all started with record numbers. The Women’s Golf Association (WGA), Lady Niners Golf Association (LNGA) and the Men’s Golf Association (MGA) are committed to providing high quality events with improved safety protocols in place for all participants in 2021. Our Associations are a great way to strengthen and expand your friendships, while also competing in unique events with fun and exciting formats. We are encouraging all our new Members to join an Association and get involved with these great offerings that set Quail Creek apart from other Clubs in the area.

Along with our Association events, we are excited to offer an array of Club events in 2021. We will host our traditional Fun Sundays, Mixed Pinehurst, Mixed Member-Guest and Club Championships this year, but have also added a season long Play with the Pro Event. The Play with the Pro event will begin in January and run through the end of April. Three Members will have the opportunity to pair up with a member of the Professional Staff in a 2 Best Ball of 4 NET competition. Dates and times will be published in the Sports Center and all Members are encouraged to participate in this new event.

With the addition of our new Members, the continued support of our current Members, the Club’s commitment to providing the best possible experience for our Members and the role golf will continue to play over the next several months, I am truly looking forward to sharing a new year with all of you!

Sincerely, Jon Balyeat, PGA Director of Golf

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Upcoming Golf Events Club Events Charity Golf Event Salute to Veterans Sunday, January 10, 1:00 pm SG Team Scramble Make Your Own Foursomes Or the Golf Staff Will Be Happy to Pair You Up Yellow Ribbon Supporter: $1,000 Donation Includes Hole Sign Recognition, Foursome of Golf, Putting Contest and Reception Foursome of Golf: $500 Donation ($125 for an individual) Includes Foursome of Golf, Putting Contest and Reception Reception: $75 Donation, includes Hors d’Oeuvres Hole Sponsorship: $500 All proceeds to help heal the invisible wounds for SWFL Veterans and their Families Additional Donations Encouraged Make checks payable to: Home Base SWFL For more information on Home Base please visit: www.HomeBase.org Entry Fee: Applicable Cart Fee Applies Sign-up: Registrations Accepted through Friday, January 8 Men’s Senior Club Championship Friday, January 22 and Saturday, January 23 Tee Times Begin at 10:00 am Each Day Green Tee Qualifies for Net Prizes Only 2-Day Stroke Play Competition Gross & Net Divisions Entry Fee: $30 plus applicable cart fee Sign-up: Saturday, December 26 Tuesday, January 19

Nine & Dine Thursday, January 28, 1:00 pm SG Mixed Foursome, Shamble Guests Welcome!

Stay for à la carte dining following golf in the Greenside Grille. Call 239-597-2831 to make dinner reservations.

Entry Fee: $7 Plus Applicable Cart Fee Sign-up: Wednesday, December 23 Monday, January 25 Mixed Pinehurst Sunday, February 28, 1:00 pm SG Pinehurst Format Pick a Partner - Other than Your Spouse or Significant Other Stay for à la carte dining following golf in the Greenside Grille. Call 239-597-2831 to make dinner reservations.

Entry Fee: $50 per person plus applicable cart fee Sign-up: Saturday, January 23 Thursday, February 25

MGA Events Old Pal Kickoff Saturday, January 9, 8:45 am Shotgun The ninth annual Old Pal Tournament is a season long single elimination NET Better Ball of partners match play event. The field is comprised of two-man teams that will compete in head-tohead matches with the winning team advancing to the next round.

Entry Fee: $25 per person. All the money collected will be awarded to the top finishers.

Sign-up: Friday, December 18 - Sunday, January 3 continued to next page...

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Upcoming Golf Events MGA Member/Member A Partner Match Play Event Thursday, Friday & Saturday, January 14, 15 & 16 Thursday: 2:30 pm Shotgun (Blue Tee Only) Friday: 1:00 pm Shotgun Saturday: 8:45 am Shotgun Format: Choose your own partner or the Golf Staff will pair you. If partner handicaps are not within 10 shots, then an adjustment will be made.

Entry Fee: $100 per person plus applicable cart fees. Includes hors d’oeuvres and complimentary drink on Friday, Breakfast and Awards Lunch on Saturday.

Sign-up: Saturday, December 12– Monday, January 11 MGA February Member/Guest - Triple Crown Thursday, February 4, 1:15 pm Shotgun Four-Man Teams Flights Determined by Combined Team Handicap Awards Reception in the Greenside Grille Following Golf Format: 6 Holes Best Ball, 6 Holes Shamble, 6 Holes Scramble Entry Fee: $100 per person (you may register as a twosome or foursome) plus applicable cart fee for Member. Includes Awards Reception following the event.

Sign-up: Saturday, January 9–Monday, February 1 MGA Quail Cup Wednesday, Thursday & Saturday, February 17, 18 & 20 Monday, February 15: Team Dinner and Pairings Announcement Party, 6:00 pm.

February 17, 18, and 20: Six teams compete against each other in a 9-hole format of aggregate, alternate shot, Best Ball, Scramble and individual matches. $35 cash player pool: $100 1st Place/$50 2nd Place Payout Entry Fee: $120 plus applicable cart fee. Includes hat, shirt and Awards Lunch.

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WGA Events Happy New Year 2021 Wednesday, January 6 8:45 am Shotgun Format: 41 Ball: 20 on Front Nine & 21 on Back Nine Computer Paired Lunch Following Golf Entry Fee: $7 plus Dinner and Applicable Cart Fee Sign-up: Tuesday, December 8 January Member/Guest “Weapons of Grass Destruction” Wednesday, January 13 1:00 pm Shotgun Format: Front 9 * 2 Best Balls of 4 Back 9 * Shamble * 2 Best Balls of 4 Choose Your Own Foursome or the Golf Staff Will Pair You Dinner in the Cypress Room Following Golf Entry Fee: $190 for Golf & Dinner. Plus Applicable Cart Fee. Sign-up: Tuesday, December 1 2021 Member/Member “Partners in Crime” Tuesday, January 19 & Wednesday, January 20 1:00 pm Shotguns Format: 4 Different 9-Hole Formats Alternate Shot, Chapman, •Scramble, Better Ball of Partners Choose Partner Then Computer Pair Field Limited to 116 Members Dinner Following Golf in Cypress Room Entry Fee: $100 for Golf, & Dinners Plus Applicable Cart Fee Sign-up: Tuesday, December 15

Presidents Cup Wednesday, February 3 8:45 am Shotgun Format: Better Ball of Partners plus Individual Low Net Pick Your Partner or Computer Pair Lunch Following Golf Entry Fee: $15 Plus Applicable Cart Fee & Lunch Sign-up: Tuesday, January 5 The Creek Cup Tuesday, February 9 - Wednesday, February 10 Tuesday 8:45 am Shotgun Wednesday 1:00 pm Shotgun Format: 2-day Four Team Competition.

3 Nine-hole Round Robin Match-play with a 4th Nine-hole Shoot-out Match.

The Four Teams will be computer-paired and all 9-hole matches will be played by varying 2-person teams determined by the Captains.

Lunch Following Golf on Tuesday Cocktail Party Following Golf on Wednesday Entry Fee: $20 Plus Applicable Cart Fee & Lunch & Cocktail Party Sign-up: Tuesday, January 12 WGA Triple Crown Wednesday, February 24 8:45 am Shotgun Choose your own partner or the Golf Staff will pair you Format: 6 Holes Better Ball of Partners – 6 Holes Scramble – 6 Holes Modified Alternate Shot Entry Fee: $10 plus applicable cart & lunch Sign-up: Wednesday, January 26

Lady Niners Events January Twilite “Everything’s Coming Up Roses” Friday, January 8 3:00 pm Shotgun Format: Step Aside Scramble Dinner Following Golf Entry Fee: $10 Plus Applicable Cart Fee & Dinner Sign-up: Friday, December 18 Member Guest “Red Carpet for the Stars” Monday, January 18 9:00 am Shotgun Format: Four Person Scramble Luncheon Following Golf Entry Fee: $10 Plus Applicable Cart Fee & Lunch Limited to 60 participants (30 Lady Niners plus one guest) Sign-up: Monday, December 14 Niners Twillite “Let’s Fla-Mingle” Sunday, February 21 3:00 pm Shotgun Format: Scramble Dinner Following Golf Entry Fee: $10 Plus Applicable Cart Fee & Dinner Sign-up: Sunday, January 31 Divas Classic Thursday, February 25 8:30 am Shotgun and Monday, March 1 9:00 am Shotgun Format: Better Ball of Partner Luncheon Following Golf on March 1st Entry Fee: $16 Plus Applicable Cart Fee & Lunch Sign-up: Thursday, February 4

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Courtside Our season is at full swing and we are excited about the opportunity to show you new programs and events. The Summer weather is behind us and this is the best time of the year to be in Southwest Florida.

Jose Pastrello, Director of Court Sports

Our three new bocce courts are almost done, and we cannot be more excited about it! The courts will have an underground water system, which is the latest technology and provides the most consistent play on a Har-Tru surface. Also, the courts will have LED lights, which will provide night play and will be perfect to extend play times.

The tennis program continues to grow, and our courts are busier than ever. Our organized games have been strong, and we have seen a lot of new faces on the tennis courts. Our intra-club league has been a great success and we will continue to bring new events to our Members. Also, the juniors have been a tremendous success to our teaching staff, more and more families are on the tennis courts and we could not be happier.

Pickleball has been our greatest addition! With all the challenges that we have faced during the summer and COVID in March, we had to postpone our first exhibition. On November 19th we hosted our first ever pickleball exhibition and the event was a great success. We had the opportunity to bring professional pickleball players to show our Members what the game looks like at the highest level. With so much interest in pickleball, I expect great things to happen!

The multipurpose lawn is also something that we are looking forward to opening! That will give our croquet players a chance to play on a much better surface. We will also be able to be creative and bring new events and activities into our club.

It has been a very challenging year, but I cannot thank you enough for being so kind and supportive of our program! We are looking forward to a great 2021!

Sincerely, Jose Pastrello, Director of Court Sports

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Upcoming Courtside Events

Tennis & Pickleball

Aussie Open Mixer

Sign-Ups Open January 4 – January 18, 2021

10:00 am

Club Championships

Sign up and compete in many different levels.

Tennis: Men’s Singles, Men’s Doubles, Women’s Singles, Women’s Doubles and Mixed Doubles Pickleball: Men’s Doubles, Women’s Doubles and Mixed Doubles Matches will be scheduled in the month of February and must be done by the end of the month.

Entry: $14

Saturday, January 30, 2021

Join us in this fun round robin and compete the “Aussie Way” every single point. This mixed, fun, round robin will be a blast during one of the 4 major tennis events of the year!

$5 per person

FGCU Tennis Pro/Am

Twilight Tennis Mixer

Pro/Am: 3pm-5pm Exhibition at 5pm

4:00 pm

Wednesday, January 27, 2021

This FUN Pro/Am event will give you the opportunity to play with some of the best NCAA College Players from FGCU Men’s Tennis varsity team!

Wednesday, February 10, 2021

Join us on this fun mixed tennis round robin.

Following the mixer, stay for à la carte dining in the Greenside Grille. Call 239-597-2831 to make dinner reservations.

Photo by FGCU Athletics

Call the Tennis Staff at 239-597-2900 or Email ktaylor@quailcreekcc.com to Register for all events.

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Fitness, Wellness & Spa What a year it has been for the whole world and for us at Quail Creek Fitness and Spa. As we mark our one year anniversary in December of 2020 we look ahead to 2021. We are happy to announce the newest additions to our Fitness, Wellness and Spa team. Please introduce yourself as you see them.

Luanne Smith, Director of Fitness, Wellness & Spa

A few reminders to begin your year in the Fitness center. Please ask for a new health history form from one of our staff or fill it out from our website.

Also check yourself and/or your guest in the fitness at the computer by the pool entrance door. Please continue to wipe down all pieces after using them and re-rack your weights. We will be offering monthly orientation sessions on the cardio and strength pieces. These dates will be added to the calendar for sign up online. Thank you to those who continue to sign up for classes on the website or on the Quail Creek app.

We look forward to starting the new year with all of you in our Spa and Fitness Center.

Be well everyone!

Director of Fitness, Wellness and Spa Luanne Smith

Meet Our New Staff Alex – Administrative Assistant And Cycle Instructor Alex graduated from Kent State University with a Hospitality Management degree. While attending college she became addicted to Spinning. After college she moved to Naples, FL and continued her love for cycling recreationally. After making a career change she decided to take on Spinning full time. She is coming to Quail Creek from Cycle Guru and will be sure to have you singing, smiling, and sweating into a fantastic workout.

Terri – Personal Trainer | Group Fitness Instructor Terri is an ACSM certified personal trainer and group fitness instructor. She specializes in training clients of all ages to help them achieve their health and fitness goals. Terri’s goal is to make you feel comfortable exercising by using a combination of strength training and cardio while also focusing on flexibility and balance. Her other certifications include Senior Fitness and TRX Suspension Training.

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Marti – Yoga Following a career in sales, Marti completed her 200 hour teacher training in 2010 and has been sharing yoga in studios and communities in southwest Florida ever since. In 2013, she continued her yoga education earning a 500 hour certificate with Inner Peace Yoga Therapy and studied with Lakshmii Volker for certification in chair yoga.

Marti has served as lead trainer and presenter in 200 hour teacher training programs passing on knowledge and experience to future teachers. She teaches a variety of levels with a vinyasa based hatha foundation and offers private instruction.

Julie – Spa Reception Originally from New Jersey, Julie moved to Naples in 2004. She has lived in Longshore Lake with her husband for 15 years and recently retired from Waterside Shops as Merchant Relations and Event Manager. Julie enjoys working out, yoga, cooking, entertaining, reading and long walks.

She enjoys her new position as Receptionist at Quail Creek CC Spa and hopes to develop strong relationships with its members.

Cynthia – Spa Reception Cynthia is a full-time student and first time mommy to her baby boy, Miguel. She is currently attending Florida Southwestern State College going into her second year.

Some of you may know Cynthia from working at the Clubhouse Reception earlier in 2020. After having the baby, she wanted a change and took on the job as Fitness, Wellness and Spa Receptionist. Cynthia hopes to see and speak to you all soon.

Winter Fitness Classes Registrations for classes can be found on our on-line calendar through our new website or Mobile App and will open one week out from the date of the class.

Class sizes are limited, and we allow 2 people per registration (yourself and a family member).

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Hyperice Line of Products Our new Hyperice line of products are for sale in our rotunda and make great gifts!

They are self massage tools to speed your recovery time, increase your circulation, support proper muscle function and help relax your target areas. The Venom Back Piece, Viper 2.0, Mini Sphere, Hypershere, Volt and Volt Plus are available for demo in the Fitness Center. Please ask one of our trainers to show you how they work and explain the many benefits.

The PGA Tour just announced a multi-year partnership with Hyperice, they are the “Official Recovery Device� of the Tour.

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Wellness & Spa Products Start the New Year off right by stopping by the Spa. Be sure to ask about our specials and set up a personal skincare and make-up consultation!

We feature Jane Iredale mineral make up and skin care products

Circadia skincare products

Tyler candle company products

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Food & Beverage Welcome to season from your Quail Creek Food and Beverage Team.

We have some things we are excited to share with you.

Scott Ross, Executive Chef & Director of Food & Beverage Operations

Colusa Farms is a local grower specializing in lettuces, micro greens, herbs and vegetables. They are located right here in Naples off of Santa Barbara Blvd. Several local chefs (Chef Vencenzo - Osteria Tulia, Chef Michael – Naples Sailing and Yacht Club, Chef Juan from Royal Poinciana) and I have partnered with Colusa farms to use the new “smart garden” systems located at our loading dock and on the Greenside Grille patio. Proudly grown right here on property, our bartenders will be able to pick fresh herbs for their specialty cocktails and our chefs will be able to feature “chefs garden” lettuces and vegetables picked the same day they are served. With the Florida growing season lasting roughly October through May, you should be able to eat, taste, and enjoy some of the freshest there is to offer. Look for “Chef’s Garden” items on our specials in the Greenside Grille.

Outdoor dining at the club is more popular than ever. Seeing the trend and listening to our membership, we’ve relocated several of our upcoming dining occasions to the Greenside Grille patio. The ambiance outdoors this time of year is fantastic. In addition to the natural pleasantries Florida provides in the winter we’ve added a few of our own. Stop by and check out the newly installed natural gas lamps along the back wall of the patio or reserve a table next to the Greenside Grille fire feature. We look forward to seeing and serving you soon.

Sincerely, Scott Ross Executive Chef & Director of Food & Beverage Operations

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Chef Ross at Colusa Farms

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Lobster Night Saturday, January 2, 2021 And Saturday, February 6, 2021 In the Greenside Grille Includes Soup or Salad, Lobster Dinner or Filet Dinner, and Dessert. Pre-Order your Lobster when you make your reservation. ~ $41.95+ Per Person ~ For Dinner Reservations: Call 239-597-2831 or Register through our Website Dining Reservations.

COUNTRY CLUB CASUAL • NO DENIM

Quail Creek All -Member

Wine Tasting Saturday, January 23 & Thursday, February 11, 2021 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm • In the Cypress Lounge Over 75 Wines to Taste • Light Snacks • Stay for Dinner!

Special Bottle & Case Pricing this Night Only!

For Tasting Reservations: Call 239-597-2831 or Register on the Website Event Calendar.

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QUAIL CRE EK CO UN TRY CLUB

Fine Art

Exhibition

SATURDAY, JANUARY 23 — SATURDAY, JANUARY 30, 2021

Featuring original work from our very own Talented Member Artists!

QCCC Member Artists Who Wish to Participate May Contact Gail Martin at 239.398.8242 or gail@gailandjoe.com Artwork by Gail Martin

Come view the unique collection of art at your leisure, and join us for dinner on opening night, Saturday, January 23rd, or brunch the next day, Sunday, January 24th.

OPENING NIGHT DINNER

BRUNCH

Saturday, January 23rd In the Cypress Room

Sunday, January 24th In the Greenside Grille

5:00pm - 6:00pm Wine Tasting

10:30am - 2:00pm À la Carte Menu

The “Gallery” will be located, in the Quail Room, which will be available for viewing during regular clubhouse hours, starting January 23rd through January 30th.

6:15pm Three Course Dinner Begins *Reservations Required (Jackets Required) 72 Hour Cancellation Policy $49.00+ Per Person

*Reservations in Greenside Grille Required (Country Club Casual)

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Wednesday, February 3rd 6:30pm $45 per person Reservations are required.

To Make Reservations: Call 239-597-2831 or Register through our Website Calendar.

COUNTRY CLUB CASUAL • NO DENIM

Vow Renewals Sunday, February 14th 4:30pm-6:00pm In Front of the Waterfall

$50/Couple (includes vow renewal ceremony in front of the waterfall, champagne toast and photo)

Reservations are required. Contact Melanie Dorcy, Director of Catering to sign up; Mdorcy@QuailCreekCC.com, or 239/254-7407.

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Qc culinary Wine classic Saturday, February 20, 2021

Join Us! Friday, February 26

Burger Bonanza 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm Build Your Perfect Burger!

Char-Grilled Black Angus Burgers, Turkey Burgers, Marinated Grilled Chicken, Portobello Mushroom Burgers, Veggie Burgers and a selection of unique toppings Burger Night is $16.95 per person

Special Bottle and Case Pricing This Night Only!

6:00 pm • Hors d’Oeuvres 6:30 pm • Gourmet Dinner with Exquisite Wine Pairings

Stay For...

Drive-In

Featuring Members of Chef Scott Ross’s Culinary Team, Preparing One of the Many Epicurean Courses

Movie Night

$129.95 Per Person

Movie Night is $15.00 per person

Cancellation Policy in Effect for This Event. Your Member account will be charged the full amount unless your reservation is canceled within 72 hours of the event.

Jacket Required

7:00 pm

Movie TBD  COUNTRY CLUB CASUAL 

(Blue Jeans & Apparel Made of Denim Acceptable)

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Kids ‘ s t n e v E Club Mini Masterpieces

Saturday, January 16, 2021 10:00 am - 12:00 pm in the Oak Room $15.00 per person Create mini 2D art after the modern masters. We’ll learn about a famous artist, a little art history, and create a mini mixed media masterpiece! * Best suited for ages 5 and up.

Kids’ Art Saturday, February 13, 2021 10:00 am - 12:00 pm in the Oak Room $15.00 per person Create a Valentine’s project. * Best suited for ages 5 and up.

Little Chef’s Pizza Dinner & Movie Night, featuring; “Timmy Failure, Mistakes were Made” Friday, February 19, 2021 5:00pm-8:45pm in the Quail Room $30.00 per person (Includes Adult Supervision, Dinner, Activities and Movie. Bring “nap” mat, pillow & blanket) Parents, this is your opportunity to enjoy a quiet dinner at the club while your little ones enjoy an evening designed for them!

Your “little chef ’s” will create personal pizzas under the direction of Chef Ross, sample their handiwork, followed by a trip to the ice cream sundae bar.

Mistakes Were Made: An 11-year-old boy who believes that he is the best detective in town runs the agency, “Total Failures”, with his best friend, an imaginary 1,200-pound polar bear.

* Best suited for ages 5 and up.

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Clubs within the Club All of our Members are invited and encouraged to join our Clubs within the Club! Most of the clubs meet during our regular season, please contact the group leaders below for their upcoming schedule and for more information.

Book Club The Book Club meets in season, the first Tuesday of each month. The meetings are held in the Oak Room at 1:00 pm and are open to all QCCC Members. We especially welcome new Members. Join us for lunch at 11:45 am in the Greenside Grille (Reservations Required).

For more information, please contact Pat Collage at jackcollage1@mac.com or 239-631-2196.

Tuesday, February 2, 2021 “The Lions of Fifth Avenue” by Fiona Davis Lending Library Our Lending Library is now available. Members are welcome to borrow books and also bring any books they have at home and would like to share with our Members.

Men’s Fellowship The Men’s Christian Group meets for golf and fellowship on Mondays at 11:00 am in the Clubhouse.

This group meets for one hour. Many issues and topics related to the Christian faith are discussed. Following the meeting, the group plays nine holes of golf.

Everyone is welcome whether they play golf or not.

This group meets from October to the end of April.

Duplicate Bridge Club Held every Monday of each month starting November 16th. Jackie Altschuler directing. Games start at 12:45 pm, but please arrive by 12:30 pm. All Members are welcome; we are a relaxed, comfortable group.

Quail Women Out for Fun (QWOFF)

QWOFF is a group for all women of Quail Creek - married, single, or widowed who enjoy getting together to have fun. This includes book and movie reviews, theater outings, lunch, dinner and other special activities in the Naples area. QWOFF always has a table reserved for Club functions and Dining events.

We will be happy to meet with you before any event and introduce you to everyone. During season, call Lois Werder (239-514-0072) or Louise Agin (239-5663447).

For all QWOFF events, if you plan to stay for dinner, please make your reservation in advance and request the QWOFF table. During Season, a QWOFF table is always available for dining on Sundays at 5:30 pm.

January, 2021 Tuesday, January 5: Movie Night (featuring a movie blast from the past) at 3:30pm. Stay for Casual Dining Saturday, January 9: Casual Dining at 5:30pm Wednesday, January 13: Casual Dining at 5:30pm Thursday, January 21: QWOFF Book Club at 4:30pm, “A Piece of the World” by Christina Baker Kline. Stay for Casual Dining at 5:30pm Saturday, January 23: Art Show + Dinner at 5:30pm Saturday, January 30: Casual Dining 5:30pm

February, 2021 Wednesday, February 3: Casual Dinner at 5:30pm and “Name that Tune” Game Show at 6:30pm Tuesday, February 9: Movie Night at 3:30pm (featuring a movie blast from the past). Stay for Casual Dining Friday, February 12: Casual Dining at 5:30pm

For more information, contact either Rita Kozic at 302-530-5462, Rnkozic@gmail.com or Gail Martin at 239-398-8242, gail@joeandgail.com.

Thursday, February 18: QWOFF Book Club at 4:30pm, “Last of the Moon Girls”, by Barbara Davis. Casual Dining at 5:30pm

Mahjong

Wednesday, February 24: Casual Dining at 5:30pm

Games are on Tuesdays at 11:30 am. Please contact Judy Lustig at klece448@gmail.com if you are interested in playing. We welcome all Members.

Friday, February 26: Burger Night at 5:30pm, “Drive-in” Movie on the Golf Course at 7:00pm

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QUAIL CR EEK COUN T RY CLUB

SUPERSPEED GOLF CLINIC With Thor and Gus Golf meets fitness in this 90-min speed training session guaranteed to increase your swing speed. Try our out state of the art TrackmanTM machine and SpeedStickTM Training tools.

Session A: Monday, January 4th & January 11th, 1:00 - 2:30pm Session B: Tuesday, January 5th & January 12th, 10:00 - 11:30am

Thor Parrish

Gus Barchers 6 available spots per session. Sign up today before they fill up! $90 per participant

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