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N O T E F R O M T H E P R E S I D E N T
October marks the beginning of the new fiscal year at Scioto Country Club. With this transition comes the election of new trustees and officers. The Nominating Committee, chaired by Joe Murray, has been diligently vetting candidates over the past few months and will present the final nominees for a three-year term to the membership later this week. Voting members will have the opportunity to elect the new trustees at the annual meeting in November. Just prior to that meeting, the current board will elect a President for the coming year. After the annual meeting, the newly elected board will appoint other officers, including the Vice President, Treasurer, and Secretary.
Governance is crucial for our Club’s direction and future. The board's responsibilities encompass oversight, strategic planning, decision-making, and financial management. Serving on the board carries significant legal responsibilities, and each trustee has a fiduciary duty to act in the best interest of the Club and its members. Effective Club leadership relies on having the right individuals, providing them with the necessary resources, and focusing on key initiatives. Clubs that excel in governance often enjoy higher member satisfaction and success—something we all want for Scioto.
Key Initiatives and Updates- Evans Scholars Program (ESP)
We are proud to continue our support for the Evans Scholars Program, which provides scholarships to deserving caddies for their college education. This initiative empowers young individuals and strengthens our community. Last year, Scioto was recognized by the ESP for our contributions, with our membership donating over $150,000—a record amount.
2026 U.S. Senior Open
Congratulations to Paul Heller on his appointment as Chair of the 2026 U.S. Senior Open tournament. Paul’s leadership is critical as we prepare for this prestigious event, with the USGA indicating that Tiger Woods is expected to participate, adding to the excitement. Numerous volunteer opportunities will be available for members, and I encourage everyone to support this historic tournament.
North Campus Project
I’m pleased to announce that we have officially broken ground on the North Campus Project. Once the underground cart storage area is completed, we will begin demolishing the current structures (cart barn and Hilton). Construction of the Golf House will commence next summer, with a projected completion by spring 2026. This development will greatly enhance our facilities, and I’m happy to report that kitchen renovation costs are coming in below initial estimates, potentially allowing for an earlier completion. The Finance and LRP committees are exploring the possibility of completing the kitchen renovation during this spring’s Club shutdown. Your patience during this construction phase is greatly appreciated.
Golf Course Access Committee
With the growing popularity of golf and our recent course restoration by Andrew Green, demand for access to our golf course continues to rise. To promote equitable access, we have formed a Golf Course Access Committee, chaired by Mark Wagenbrenner. This group will review current access policies and gather feedback to enhance the Scioto golfing experience.
I want to express my gratitude to all members who serve the Club. The initiatives above would not be possible without your support and dedication. Members volunteering their time alongside our dedicated staff is one of the things that makes Scioto a special place.
It’s an honor to serve the Club, and we will continue to build on our past successes as we move forward together.
Dan
C L U B N E W S
As the Year Winds Down, Exciting Changes Are on the Horizon
It's hard to believe we're already discussing the installation of bubbles and planning for holiday events This year has truly flown by! Our North Campus project officially kicked off this week, marking the beginning of an exciting new chapter for our club For the safety of both our members and the construction crew, we kindly ask that everyone stays outside of the fenced area until the project is complete.
We're scheduled to inflate the pool bubble next week, weather permitting. As for the tennis bubble, we'll hold off on that installation until the weather starts to shift It's always a bittersweet time of year as we begin to close down our outdoor activities
Start Planning Your Holiday Events Today
The holiday season is fast approaching, and if you're considering hosting an event, we encourage you to reach out as soon as possible Dates and rooms are filling up quickly! As we transition to more indoor dining, please be sure to make your reservations in advance so we can accommodate all of our members While the holidays are certainly a time to show your appreciation for our staff, we wanted to take a moment to remind everyone that Scioto is a non-tipping club. Your kindness and gratitude mean the world to our team.
Share Your Feedback and Help Us Improve
Our fall survey will be circulated soon, and we hope you'll take a few minutes to participate. This survey will help us gather valuable feedback on golf operations, the golf course, our caddie program, outdoor racquets, the outdoor pool, and our Food and Beverage offerings. If you participate in all areas, the survey should only take about 10-12 minutes to complete.
Your input is crucial in allowing us to establish benchmarks for our staff to improve the overall member experience. And speaking of our staff, Scioto is currently conducting an employee survey to help us better understand how we can improve their experience and continue to make Scioto a wonderful place to work.
Thank you for your ongoing support and for making Scioto the special place that it is. We're excited for the changes ahead and look forward to continuing to serve you in the months to come
Steve Stover, Rich Terapak, & Jim Budros
Wednesday, November 13th 6:00 Dinner | 7:00 Speaker
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If you frequent the Fitness Center, there’s no doubt you’ve come across Annie Park. Since joining our team in February 2023, Annie has made a remarkable impact at the front desk of the fitness center, bringing enthusiasm and a positive spirit to everyone she encounters.
Originally from West Liberty, Ohio, Annie now calls downtown Columbus home. She appreciates the vibrant community at Scioto, saying, "My favorite part about working here is definitely the people and the environment, in general." Her friendly demeanor and welcoming attitude make her the perfect first point of contact for our members.
Annie's dedication extends beyond her role at the front desk. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with friends, playing games, and, of course, hitting the gym. Since starting at Scioto, she has achieved an incredible transformation, losing 147 pounds through hard work and healthy eating. While she remains committed to her fitness journey, she still allows herself some treats in moderation, with a special fondness for Pepsi and Reese's Big Cups.
Fitness Director, John Munz highlights Annie's invaluable contributions: "Annie does all the little things that people don't realize get done She wears a lot of hats and acts as the center of the spiderweb Always willing to help out with anything " Her willingness to go above and beyond does not go unnoticed “After working 8 hours here, you can find her in the gym pushing herself for a hard, consistent workout ”
This month, Annie was nominated for Employee of the Month by our General Manager, Joe Furko Joe praises her consistently positive attitude and smiles, noting that she embodies the kind of employee we want making a first impression on our membership
Please join us in congratulating Annie Park for her outstanding contributions to Scioto Country Club and for being an inspiration to us all! We are lucky to have her on our team! If you’d like to nominate a hardworking employee that has gone above and beyond, please reach out to Assistant General Manager, Amanda McGee at amcgee@sciotocc.com
G R E E N D E P A R T M E N T
Maintaining a pristine golf course requires careful attention to detail, especially when it comes to managing the rough. One common issue golf courses face is the invasion of bentgrass in bluegrass rough areas. Bentgrass, with its aggressive growth and tendency to outcompete bluegrass, can detract from the aesthetics and playability of the course. However, with the right approach and the use of effective herbicides, such as Tenacity, the problem of bentgrass invasion can be effectively addressed
Tenacity, a selective herbicide, has gained popularity for its ability to control a wide range of weeds while being safe for desirable turfgrasses When it comes to managing bentgrass in bluegrass rough, Tenacity offers a targeted solution that minimizes damage to the surrounding turf
The first step in using Tenacity to address bentgrass invasion is to assess the extent of the infestation. Identifying the areas where bentgrass has encroached upon bluegrass rough is crucial for formulating an effective treatment plan. Once the affected areas have been identified, it's time to apply Tenacity. Proper calibration of application equipment is essential to ensure accurate and uniform coverage. It's important to apply the herbicide evenly to achieve consistent results.
After the application of Tenacity, it's essential to monitor the treated areas regularly to assess the effectiveness of the herbicidal action Over time, the bentgrass will begin to show signs of stress and discoloration, indicating that the herbicide is taking effect Depending on the severity of the infestation, multiple applications of Tenacity may be necessary to achieve complete control of the bentgrass In addition to its efficacy in controlling bentgrass, Tenacity offers the advantage of minimal impact on desirable turfgrasses Bluegrass rough areas can thrive and recover without the risk of extensive damage, making it an ideal choice for Scioto CC Additionally, proper turf maintenance practices, such as regular mowing, irrigation, and fertilization, play a crucial role in preventing the re-establishment of bentgrass and promoting the health of the bluegrass rough In conclusion, the use of Tenacity provides the ability to effective remove bentgrass from bluegrass rough
By following proper application procedures and monitoring the treated areas, golf course staff can achieve successful control of bentgrass while preserving the vitality of the surrounding turf. With Tenacity as part of their integrated turf management program, golf courses can maintain the impeccable quality and playability that golfers expect.
- Bob Becker, Director of Grounds
G O L F
Dear Members,
It is with mixed emotions that I announce the departure of two esteemed members of our golf professional team, Jackie Buckley, PGA, and Ben Collie, PGA. Both have made remarkable contributions to Scioto Country Club, and while we will miss them, we are immensely proud of the opportunities that lie ahead for each of them.
Jackie’s husband, Derek Buckley, has been appointed the new General Manager at Hudson National Golf Club in New York, and as a result, Jackie will be leaving her role here at Scioto Since joining us in 2018 as the Director of Women’s Golf, Jackie has made an indelible impact, becoming the first female golf professional in the history of Scioto Her leadership has revitalized the Scioto Women’s Golf Association, and her infectious personality, positive attitude, and ability to keep things fun in the office have left a lasting impression on all of us While we may have heard her singing more times than we can count despite her modest vocal talents it’s that joyful energy that made her an integral part of our community
Jackie has also continued to influence the golf world beyond Scioto, serving in the PGA of America’s prestigious PGA Lead Cohort and earning recognition as the 2024 Southern Ohio PGA Player Development Award winner. Her work has left a lasting legacy, and we wish both Jackie and Derek the very best as they move back to the East Coast.
We also bid farewell to Ben Collie, who has been appointed the Head Golf Professional at the prestigious Eagle Point Golf Club in Wilmington, North Carolina. Since joining us in 2019, Ben has been an instrumental part of our club. He reinvented our internship program, transforming it into one of the most attractive in the country. Through this program, Ben created a “farm team” of incredible professionals, fostering a culture of growth and development that will leave a lasting legacy here at Scioto Ben’s impact has been felt across the board, and his leadership has been recognized nationally as the 2022 Assistant of the Year by the Golf Business Network, as well as the 2023 Southern Ohio PGA Assistant Professional of the Year
In his new role at Eagle Point, Ben will oversee operations at one of America’s top-ranked courses, continuing his impressive career. We are incredibly proud of Ben and excited to see where his talents will take him.
Sincerely,
While we say goodbye to Jackie and Ben, we are also excited to announce the promotion of Heath Virgin, PGA, to Head Golf Professional. Heath will assume this role in June 2025 when he returns from his final season at Augusta National Golf Club. His time at Scioto, beginning with his internship in 2020, has been marked by exceptional dedication and leadership, and his future looks incredibly bright.
Please join me in congratulating Jackie, Ben, and Heath as they embark on these exciting new chapters We are grateful for all they’ve done for Scioto and wish them nothing but success
Joe Falardeau, PGA Director of Golf
G O L F
How to Improve Your Putting
The Putting Ladder
Controlling distance is the easiest and fastest way to improve your putting. To practice this drill, set balls at three-foot increments (one big step) moving away from the cup. Start with the shortest putt and work your way back. Your goal is to control distance and have your ball end up close to the hole. As you increase distance, the size of your backstroke should also slightly increase. The ability to make minor stroke changes is how you’ll gain more confidence and start controlling your speed on the greens.
Around the World
This drill will help you learn to adjust your aim as you move around the hole, giving you the ability to read greens more effectively. To practice, place eight golf balls in a 5-foot diameter around the cup. Putt each ball, and notice how the break changes as you move around the circle. As you move to hit each ball, you should become more aware of the green’s tilt in your feet. Your goal is to make each putt on the first try, completing the full circle.
The Friendship Circle
Leaving your first putt close to the hole is critical in improving your scorecard. This means your second putt is typically within 2-3 feet — which is where you should become nearly automatic from in order to see better scores. When practicing, if your first putt is within three feet of the cup, putt from there. If it’s not within that radius of the hole, move the ball back a full putter length as a penalty. Treat each hole as a par 2,
two-putt or better seven times in a row. As you get good at this drill, increase the difficulty of the putt or the
Tournament Results
Ladies Scioto Cup
Left to Right: Christie Hall, Betsey Eastwood, Jackie
Buckley, Suzanne Zid, Sandy Fekete, Jane Dennis, Susie Preston, Susan Berg, Mary
McIlroy, Debbie Weis, Colleen Grabovac, Margie Williams, and Jenny Eversole
Tournament Results
Ladies Fall Round-Up
9 Holers
First Place
Lauri Mizer, Alyson Thompson, Cathy Scott, & Julie Vannatta
Second Place
Christy Menke, Kelly Stoeckinger, Stacey Hall, & Jen Basil
Leslie Millhon, Marnie Hoag, Lori Schumacher & Maurie Maurer
Senior SWAT Round-Up
First Place
Mike Schoedinger, Tom Mason, & William Mason
Second Place
Leonard Quick, Mike Sullivan, & Jack Ruscilli
2024 Men’s Scioto Cup Blue Team won 16 5 to 7 5
Left to Right:
Ben Collie, Steve Eastwood, Michael Martz, Jim Bechtel, Tim Farber, Connor Yakubov, Brett Hatcher, & Deron Reisman
Not Pictured:
Bob Redfield, Matt Skellan, Berk Ellis, David French, Brian Ramey
Third Place
Steve Close, John Wiseman, & Dave Hammond
Fourth Place
Jeff Gudenkauf, Bob White, & Steve Young
J U N I O R G O L F
Mental Coach
Golf is very hard and at times a lonely game. Having solid fundamentals and a good short game are very important in order to be a good player. However, one of the most overlooked elements of the game is the mental side. So often players, and especially junior golfers, do not consider what is going through their mind and how that can greatly influence the shot in front of them or their overall performance on the golf course. This is an aspect of the junior program we have wanted to take a deeper dive into and that is why we have partnered with mental coach Dr. Todd Kays.
Dr. Kays is a well-known sports psychologist that has worked with several top amateurs and professionals and is well versed in various thought processes and techniques to improve a player’s game before they ever swing the club. This season Dr. Kays worked with our juniors on three separate occasions to help them with their mental game. These sessions were led in the classroom and on the practice tee. We look forward to continuing this partnership in the years ahead.
Drive, Chip, & Putt
Congratulations to Eva Emerson on her secondplace finish in the girls 12-13 age division in the Drive, Chip and Putt Regional Finals at Valhalla Club. Once again, she will be an alternate for the finals at Augusta. Congratulations to Lydia Nye as well on her runner up finish in the girls 7-9 age division. Great job girls!
J U N I O R G O L F
PGA Junior League
This summer was another fun and exciting year with PGA Junior League. Our in-house developmental league was very successful with great participation from our junior programs. Once a month on Saturday evenings throughout the summer our juniors had the opportunity to play the front nine here at the club. Very cool to see so many kids and parents on the golf course competing, caddying and having fun in a friendly team competition. Often families would stay after the event was over enjoying dinner together out on the patio and discussing the days round.
Back in August our developmental team played in the SOPGA Section Championship and won the Celebration Division. Additionally, this year Scioto added a team in the PGA Junior League competitive division. This team competed against some of the best juniors and teams in our area finishing runner up at the SOPGA Section Championship in August. At the end of September, the competitive team traveled to Kentucky where they finished second in the Regional Championship.
A Q U A T I C S
Fall/Winter 2024-2025 Swim Team
Please help us in congratulating Coach Nathan Holty for his promotion to Head Swimming Coach beginning the upcoming Fall/Winter season! Nathan has been an assistant swim coach at the club for 2 years and has provided a wealth of experience to the team. A little about Coach Nathan:
“I’m originally from Beavercreek, Ohio, where I swam with the Dayton Raiders club team from the age of 5. In high school, I competed for Beavercreek High School, serving as team captain and earning the honor of 2020 Greater Western Ohio Boys Swimming Athlete of the Year After graduating, I attended The Ohio State University, where I competed with the men’s varsity swim team for all four years Most recently, I had the incredible opportunity to compete at the 2024 US Olympic Team Trials in the 400 Individual Medley I’ve been coaching here at Scioto since the fall of 2022 and am thrilled to step into this new leadership role
My goal as your coach is to create an environment built on teamwork, dedication, and personal growth both in and out of the pool.”
The Scioto Sharks competitive swim team will officially run as a 20-week season split into two sessions Session 1 will run October 7 thru December 22, 2024 while Session 2 will run January 6 thru March 9, 2025. The cost for an individual session is $300, or you can register for both sessions at once for $550. Registrations for the Fall/Winter season will be done through the swim team website https://www.gomotionapp.com/team/ohscc/page/home beginning September 16th.
New members to the team will be required to take a swimming assessment. The assessment will cover the minimum requirement to be on the team in addition to allowing us to determine proper group placement. The minimum requirement to join the swim team is for each swimmer to complete two lengths of the 25-yard lap pool. The first length must be done swimming freestyle (front crawl) while maintaining a horizontal body position and without touching the bottom or sides of the pool or stopping. The second length will be done on the swimmer’s back while only kicking and not using their arms. Again, this must be completed while maintaining a horizontal body position and without touching the bottom or sides of the pool or stopping. This is not a try-out for the team This assessment is set up as a safety precaution to make sure each swimmer is ready, both physically and mentally, to join the swim team If your swimmer is not yet ready for the team, we offer private swim lessons through many different instructors For more information or to schedule an assessment, please contact Coach Nathan Holty at nholty@sciotocc com or Aquatics Director Josh Miller at jmiller@sciotocc com
A Q U A T I C S
Aquatics News
Congratulations to Assistant Aquatics Director, Mackenzie Meyers, for competing in the 2024 Women’s Ironman World Championship held in Nice, France on Sunday, September 22nd. Way to go, Mackenzie!
October Pool Hours
The Lap Pool Bubble will go up Tuesday, October 8th
October 1st-4th
Adult Lap Swim: 6a-1p
Open Swim: 9a-1p
October 5th
Open Swim: 11a-4p
October 6th-8th Pool Closed
October 9th-31st
Monday-Thursday
Adult Lap Swim: 6a-1p Swim Team Practice: 4-7p Open Swim: 7-8p
Friday
Adult Lap Swim: 6a-1p Open Swim: 4-7p
Saturday Open Swim: 11a-5p
Sunday Open Swim: 11a-4p
Special Hours
October 11th & 14th
Adult Lap Swim 6a-1p Open Swim: 11th: 10a-4p, 7-8p 14th: 10a-7p
R A C Q U E T S
Junior Tennis
Our Junior Clinics at Scioto are continuing non-stop through the Fall and Winter. With clinics taking place during after-school hours. Sign up will be on ForeTees for Juniors Sessions the Monday before the start of Monthly Clinics at 7:00am
Mighty Mites: 3:30pm-4:00pm M/W, T/TR
Scioto Stars: 4:00pm-5:00pm M/W, T/TR
Junior Development: 5:00pm-6:00pm M/W, T/TR
Elite Juniors: W 6:00pm-7:30pm, SA 10:30am-12:00pm (Elite beginning again Mid-October)
September Updates
Adult and Junior Clinics have been ongoing this September Make sure to check the Scioto email blasts for our Bubble Facility Clinic schedule
Our very first ever, Ladies Tennis Old Pal Tournament has completed its Main Draw! Because of the size of sign ups, participating Members were split into three different brackets to be able to compete. Congratulations to all of our Winners and Runner-Ups!
Victors:
Alison Scott
Diane MacDonald, Alexandra Texler
Colby Murphy, Lauren Bach
Ann Humphreys
Runner-Ups:
Jenna Renshaw
Emily Craig, Jessie Rinker
Emily Thompson, Allison Vasileff
Amy Matlock
The Men’s Singles Old Pal Tennis Tournament has completed its Main Draw, except for the Finals! The Men’s Back Draw is underway. These competitive singles players have been braving several 90-degree days for their matches, with some exciting twists and turns in these head-to-head battles.
With Summer at a close, we celebrate the Members competing on GCTA Ladies Tennis Teams that became the best of the best this season! All the below teams won their various leagues, which enabled them to compete in City Championship Matches.
Ladies GCTA 3 5 Level City Champions!
Ladies GCTA 3.0 Level City Runner-Ups!
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A C Q U E T S
Tennis Bubble
We anticipate that the Bubble over our two Hard Courts will be set up in October Here are some reminders for Members as we shift into our Indoor Facility Season:
Bubble Dress Code: When playing inside the Bubble, appropriate Racquets attire must be worn Colored apparel is again permissible Non-marking tennis shoes are required
During Indoor Season, court reservations are required All players must check in at the Racquets Pro Shop Children under 12 years of age may not be left in the Indoor Racquets Bubble unattended Guests must be registered through the Racquets Pro Shop or the ForeTees system and may play only with, or in the presence of, a Member No outside food/drinks are permitted inside the Bubble, only the use of Clubhouse Ordering and Racquets Event Coolers is allowed A 24-Hour cancellation of reservations will be required- otherwise the Member will be billed for the clinic or Club event cost
Upcoming Events
Keep your eyes open for the start of Platform Tennis Season, starting this Fall Paddle Leagues, Men’s Nights, Shot of the Week Clinics, and Ladies Nights Out will be present starting this November
Courtside Conversations
The end of Summer and start of Fall is accompanied by the kickoff of Indoor Tennis Season throughout the Midwest again. This means that Hard Court Surface tactics will be at play. On Hard Courts, Players must react to a faster traveling ball with a higher bounce. Because of the difference in surface, Players on Hard Courts can also anticipate the type of ball better and set up sooner based on that predictability. Don’t forget
the patience and endurance Members acquired on Clay Courts though being able to adjust to multiple surfaces promises versatility. Ask your Pro: Working on speedy recovery footwork, defensive reaction time, and an early unit turn are all elements that will help our Members adjust to faster pace. Because the ball can kick up more on hard courts, smart Players can use this to their advantage by adding a ‘Heavy Rally Ball’ to their repertoire of on-court weapons.
Happy Playing!
Kyra Wagner Director of Racquet Operations
F A M I L Y
C E N T E R
Fall is officially here! As we pull out our sweaters and boots and begin to enjoy delicious seasonal recipes, the Family Center begins as well – to plan some wonderful upcoming events for Scioto kids to enjoy. This time also allows us to refresh the Family Center space and prepare for next season.
Though September flew by, we hosted two very fun and well-attended events. Sunflowers and Sachets was held on Friday, September 20th. The kids enjoyed a wonderful buffet dinner followed by three activities. They learned the early history of sachets and made their own cedar and/or lavender sachets to take home (the lavender came straight from my mother’s beautiful and plentiful herb gardens in Pennsylvania). They made and toasted spiced sunflower and pumpkin seeds and created a beautiful take home sunflower arrangement with a thoughtful, personal message attached.
Sunday, September 22nd was our second Sundaes and Slime. That slime recipe is award-winning! Kids were able to use add ins like glitter, foam balls, sequins, and charms to create a very unique slime. The sundae bar was and always is a hit. Our final Sundaes and Slime is on Sunday, October 13th and kids won’t want to miss this Halloween inspired, ooey-gooey, slime event.
Mark your calendars for Scioto Kids Club Boo Bash to be held on Friday, October 18th. Registration begins on Friday, October 4th. Wear your costumes and enjoy food, games, and a howling good time!
Jan Chorich Family Center & Children's Program Director
F I T N E S S
Golf Fitness
What is golf fitness? Seems like a simple question, but if you ask a few different people in the fitness center, I’m sure you will come up with different answers. I did a quick google search (it knows everything right?) and one of the best answers in my opinion was “ a way to prepare your body to play golf at your best level, without injury, and with as many rounds as you want ” Now that we understand what golf fitness is, how to we obtain it?
Luckily for everyone that enjoys golf, there is an organization dedicated to that very pursuit called Titleist Performance Institute or TPI What is TPI?
From straight off their website mytpi.com-
“TPI is the world's leading educational organization dedicated to the study of how the human body functions in relation to the golf swing.”
Since its inception in 2003, TPI has studied thousands of golfers ranging from the top professional Tour players to weekend enthusiasts. An incredible amount of data on players of all shapes, sizes, ages, and fitness levels has been gathered during this time. Using this data, TPI discovered how a properly functioning body allows a player to swing a golf club in the most efficient way possible. Additionally, TPI has analyzed how physical limitations in a player’s body can adversely affect the golf swing and potentially lead to injury.”
One of the most valuable tools that TPI provides is the physical assessment screen This is a 10-step physical evaluation that puts a golfer through tests including various joints range of motion, balance, flexibility and strength This data helps develop a plan to improve any deficiencies and works towards the goal of being “golf fit”
Over the years I have put many golfers through the TPI assessment and developed plans for the winter with great success If you are serious about improving your body and game during improvement season, please reach out to me in the fitness center.
David Gattshall, Director of Golf Fitness
F I T N E S S
Leaves are changing, temperatures are dropping, and Halloween will be here so fast it’s scary With the abnormally warm and dry summer that just ended, hopefully everyone was able to get outside for some fitness and general physical activity. Although it will be more difficult to exercise outdoors over the coming months, do not be fearful. Embrace the challenge. Sure, it may be windier, colder, or even wetter, but that will force your body to adapt and become stronger because of the elements.
This month’s fitness challenge will have you “Falling into Fitness.” In a four-minute work period, members will work as hard as they can to complete a minimum work requirement of 12 front squats, nine dumbbell push press, and six alternating dumbbell snatches. With the remaining time in the four-minute work period, members will push themselves to complete as many burpees as possible. The burpees will be your score for each round. Once the four minutes is up, a two-minute rest period will begin Immediately following the rest period, another four-minute work period will start After repeating this work/rest cycle for a total of four rounds (four four-minute work periods), whoever as completed the most burpees wins!
Pilates classes and individual sessions are still extremely popular To ensure your spot, please sign up as early as possible Signups for weekday and evening classes are available one week ahead of time. Sunday sign ups are available two weeks ahead of time due to limited space. Both Boga Yoga and Boga fit, along with Aqua Cycle, are no longer on the group exercise schedule for the winter. If you have any interest in these classes, please reach out to the fitness center and we will try to make accommodations. Maria will still be offering Aqua TABATA and Aqua Cardio Blast in the pool bubble for all your low-impact needs.
F I T N E S S
Healthy Pumpkin Muffins
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 22 Minutes
Servings: 12
Ingredients:
1 1/2 cup Whole Wheat Pastry Flour or White Whole Wheat Flour
1/2 cup Old Fashioned Rolled Oats Plus More for Topping Muffins
2 teaspoons Pumpkin Pie Spice
1 teaspoon Baking Soda
1/2 teaspoon Sea Salt
1 cup Canned Pumpkin or Homemade Pumpkin Purée
3/4 cup Honey or Maple Syrup
1/2 cup Greek Yogurt
2 tablespoons Avocado or Olive Oil
2 Eggs
1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract
Instructions:
-Preheat oven to 350 F Line a muffin tin with silicone or paper liners
-Whisk together the pumpkin purée, honey, Greek yogurt, oil, eggs, and vanilla in a large bowl
-Combine the flour, oats, pumpkin pie spice, baking soda, and salt in a medium mixing bowl.
-Add the dry ingredients into the bowl with the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. There may be a few lumps, that’s totally fine. Just don’t over mix!
-Divide the batter evenly between muffin cups. Sprinkle a few oats on the tops of each muffin.
-Bake muffins for 22-24 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into a muffin comes out clean.
-Place the muffin tin on a cooling rack to cool. Once cool enough to handle, remove from the muffin tin and to cool completely.
They’ll keep at room temperature for up to 2-3 days, or in the refrigerator for 4-5 days They keep well in the freezer in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months
$35 Per Child
BOO! Bash
Friday, October 18th
5:00-8:00 PM at the Family Center
Holiday Wine Expo
Thursday, November 7th
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
48 Hour Cancellation Policy
Wear your costumes and enjoy food, games, and a howling good time!
Sunday, October 20th
Pumpkin Carving
Three Hour Long Sessions 10 00 AM 11 00 AM
It’s that time of year!
Sip & Stroll your way through our annual Holiday Wine Expo featuring wines from around the World
Whether it’s a bottle or a case, stock up on all your favorites for the holiday season.
$35 Per Person
Complimentary for Wine Locker Members
GINGERBREAD HOUSES
November 23rd & 24th
Family Decorating
$125 Per House
One House Per Family
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Buffet- 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Adults $42 | Children $16
48 Hour Cancellation Policy
November 26th
Adult Night
$125 Per House
One House Per Couple
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Buffet- 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
$45 Per Person
No A La Carte Dinner
November 22nd
‘To-Go’ Houses
$125 Per House Will Include Icing & Candy
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Every 30 Minutes
THANKSGIVING BUFFET
Thursday, November 28th | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM Adults $50 | Children $25 Enjoy Turkey,
A La Carte Brunch
10A-1P
A La Carte Brunch
10A-1P
Kid’s Club Sundaes & Slime in Family Center 2P-4P
Brunch Buffet
10A-2P Pumpkin Carving
10A-11A 11:30A-12:30P 1P-2P
A La Carte Brunch 10A-1P
Last Sunday Dinner
Clubhouse Golf Shop Family Center CLOSED
Men’s Grille Open 4P
Clubhouse Golf Shop Family Center CLOSED
Men’s Grille Open 4P
Clubhouse Golf Shop Family Center CLOSED
Men’s Grille Open 4P
Clubhouse Golf Shop Family Center CLOSED
Men’s Grille Open 4P
C A L E N D A R
Speaker Series
Alex Kershaw 6PM Holiday Event Registration LIVE 10AM Employee Scholarship Wine Dinner 6PM
Men’s Golf Fall Swat
Golf Course Practice Facilities
Men’s Grille CLOSED
Men’s Golf Fall Swat
Golf Course Practice Facilities
Men’s Grille CLOSED
SOPGA Golf Championship
SOPGA Golf Championship
Etiquette Class Ages 7-8: 5P-6P Ages 9-12: 6:30P-7:30P
Etiquette Class Ages 7-8: 5P-6P Ages 9-12: 6:30P-7:30P
Etiquette Class Ages 7-8: 5P-6P Ages 9-12: 6:30P-7:30P
