Trailblazer - August 2023

GEAR REVLUTI N

Dear Whitetail Club Members,

I want to thank the membership for their patience as we finished constructing our new mail room at The Fish & Swim Club. We’re thrilled to announce that the space is now completed and in operation. If you are a Resident Member interested in confirming mail service at Whitetail Club, please contact the Club Concierge for details.

You’ll note that we have begun the excavation work necessary to install our new outdoor tennis (1) and pickleball (4) courts just north of the Indoor Tennis & Fitness Center. We’ll be back in touch with the membership as we get closer to completing these new amenities with instructions/reminders on reserving your court time.

We continue to receive reports from members of traffic within the community driving at accelerated speeds and not adhering to signage or roundabouts. This is a reminder that the posted speed limit in Whitetail Club is 20mph. Let’s all do our best to slow down and enjoy the scenery. We’ll continue to work with contractors to ensure it’s very clear to them that these same expectations apply to them as well.

The membership department continues to be very active, as we welcomed five new families this past month. To Glen Eberle & Tricia Hanley, Ross & Kate Dworman, Preston & Katie Roper, David & Karen McKinnon, and Chris & Amy Edgar, thank you for choosing Whitetail Club.

We’re thrilled to see so many members enjoying our golf course. Adam, Nick, Nancy, and the rest of the turf team have all been working tirelessly to maintain this amazing amenity for you all to enjoy. Some of the necessary steps that are implemented, though, can alter the condition of the course, potentially affecting a golfer’s experience. Because of this, and similar to how we communicate the conditions of our Nordic Skii track, we’ll now be (via our Whitetail Club app) providing golf course condition updates when appropriate. If you haven’t already, log in to the app, go to settings/notifications, and click ‘allow’ to ensure you receive these communications.

A round of applause is in order for Linda Donerkiel (along with her partner Sonia Clysdale) and Betsy Galtney (and her partner Abby Black) for taking top honors (Net & Gross Champions, respectively) at this year’s Ladies Member Guest. And congratulations to the winners of our annual Member/Member Tournament. Here’s to Johnny Ramirez & Poncho Romero (Net Champions) and Mark Tidd & Sam Tidd (Gross Champions). And for the ladies, a shout out to Marie Hendrix & Sue Schrandt (Net Champions) and Amanda Townsend & Julie Hutchinson (Gross Champions). Well done!

Last but certainly not least, I must highlight our Jr. Club Champions. Congratulations to Hunter Hastings, Aveer Sood, Hallie Wheeler & Max Wheeler, who all took top honors in their respective age groups. Thank you to all of our juniors that participated. It was great to watch.

We’re kicking August off with a bang with the Men’s Invitational and our annual Summer Concert featuring LOCASH. I hope to see you there!

Thank you,

Jocelyn Kidd, CCM

Swing into Action at the

08.19–08.20 | 8:30am tee time | $75 * per person | rsvp 08.16

Get ready to tee off and claim the championship title at the Men’s & Ladies Club Championship! Now’s the time to showcase your skills and unleash your competitive spirit. Prepare for an intense golfing experience as you navigate through 36 holes of play and compete among fellow Whitetail Club Members within your respective division. After two days of play, head to The Golf Grille for our awards luncheon, where both gross and net champions will be celebrated!

To rsvp please contact The Golf Shop at 208.630.0211 or golf@whitetailclub.com

Please note: USGA handicap required. Divisions will be divided into the following:

Men’s Championship, Men’s Senior, Men’s Super Senior, Women’s Championship, Women’s Senior, & Women’s Super Senior. This event is for members only.

GEAR REVLUTI N

AT WHITETAIL CLUB, WE OFFER OUR MEMBERS A GRAND SCALE OF LIFE.

From high-quality culinary delights from our on-property restaurants to the high-quality way of life with ample amenities to enjoy and high-quality standards of living with the various events we host year-round, why wouldn’t we highlight some high-quality gear that can elevate your game? Discover the most innovative and high-performing equipment you’ll need to up your game on our award-winning golf course and at our Indoor Tennis & Fitness Center.

GEARREV

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WITH MULTIPLE MONTHS AHEAD TO ENJOY LONG DAYS ON THE FAIRWAYS , we’re looking to highlight the best gear in the market with revolutionary tech integrations that’ll elevate your a-game. And with our recent July Demo Day that passed, we connected with Kevin White, Assistant Head Golf Professional, to showcase the best fairway wood, iron, and driver that’ll make all the difference on the greens.

Paradym Fairway Woods | Callaway

$349.99 * on www.callawaygolf.com

• Jailbreak Batwing Structure – allows the face to flex for high ball speeds.

• Forged Carbon Sole – enables unprecedented weight redistribution for maximized distance.

• Tungsten Speed Cartridge – optimal launch and spin, with enhanced speed for maximum distance.

• High-Strength Face Cup – promotes impressive speed and consistency across the face.

0311 P GEN6 Iron | PXG

$219.99 * on www.pxg.com

• Variable Ultra-Thin Face – helps increase distance and forgiveness while enhancing sound and feel.

• XCOR2 Technology – reduces the mass of the core enabling more weight to be positioned low and to the perimeter of the backside of the club head, increasing MOI.

• Power Channel Technology – transfers energy to simultaneously increase launch angle, trajectory, and ball speed.

• Milled Back Surface – creates a high-performance body design and an enhanced aesthetic.

G430 MAX | PING $549.00–$799.00 * on www.dickssportinggoods.com

• Optimized T9S+ Forged Face – design creates more deflection to generate a faster ball speed.

• Spinsistency – improves performance by reducing spin, resulting in faster speeds generating consistently longer drives.

• Most Forgiveness – high-density tungsten back weight can be moved to position the CG for delivering ±8 yards change between the Draw, Neutral, and Fade settings.

• Adjust Loft, Lie – utilizes a lightweight, aerodynamic hosel sleeve that provides eight positions to customize your trajectory.

*Price does not include shipping, handling, or tax.

Join us on our award-winning golf course with your new gear to witness the change in your game.

PICKLEBALL IS THE FASTEST GROWING SPORT for two consecutive years and is continuing to grow at an expectational rate. And to ensure you’re a part of the growth contributed to the sport, it’s crucial to find the right paddle for your skill level and play style. However, it’s overwhelming having to consider the various key factors that make a paddle unique to your gameplay needs. Taking into account grip, face shape, and the weight of paddles, we’ve narrowed down three pickleball paddle recommendations based on your skill level to ensure you’re ready to conquer the courts.

Beginner Paddle | SLK Latitude 2.0

$70.00 * on www.selkirk.com

• SpinFlex Textured Surface – designed to increase spin, consistency and added ball control.

• G4 Graphite Face – provides control and the feel that all up-and-coming pickleball players look for.

• Thicker Polymer Rev-Core+ – reliable and proven technology that when combined with the G4 Graphite face, it gives you a consistent hit and feel every time.

Intermediate Paddle | Paddletek Bantam Ex-L

$99.99 * on www.paddletek.com

• Bantam PolyCore – designed to provide greater power, more control, and strong hits.

• Velvet textured Polycarbonate –provides lasting spin.

• Torsional Vibration Control – helps improve the size of the sweet spot side to side and assist in having more successful shots on off-center mishits.

Professional Paddle | JOOLA Ben Johns Perseus CFS 16mm

$249.95 * on www.joolausa.com

• Carbon-Charged Surface – additive bonding treatment that strengthens the surface of the paddle to provide a crisper feel with greater energy return.

• Reactive Honey Core – tuned for high-level players to maximize the consistency of the bounce and feel necessary for every shot.

• Carbon Friction Surface – a more advanced, durable, longer lasting Carbon-Flex5 textured surface, harnessing raw power while providing maximum spin.

*Price does not include shipping, handling, or tax.

Give it your best shot (pun intended), and meet us at our Indoor Tennis & Fitness Center when you book your reservations through the Whitetail Club Member Portal or App.

Dear Whitetail Club Members,

A warm welcome to the month of August. The temperatures are reaching their peak, and the days allow plenty of golf. We frequently see days with full tee sheets. Please remember that the earlier you can call us for a tee time, the better chance we can accommodate the day and time you are looking for. The Golf Shop staff is there to take down all the pertinent information to ensure your expectations are met.

Here is a list of upcoming events:

• Men’s Invitational: August 2-5 *Please note the golf course and driving range will be closed.

• 9 & Dine: August 11 *Waitlist.

• Men’s & Ladies Club Championship: August 19–20 *RSVP by August 14.

Friendly reminder, no golf programs will take place during the week of the Men’s Invitational. Several of our golf staff will leave us this month to return to school. I invite you to thank each of them and wish them well in the upcoming school year. These team members will be missed as we finish out the season. Their dedication and hard work are much appreciated!

Cheers to August!

Sincerely,

Phil Goodson Head Golf Professional Ready for Football

Dear Whitetail Club Members,

It’s with great pleasure that I’ve been asked to write a letter for our August Trailblazer. July was quite the month with tournaments and events. As we look to August, the Men’s Invitational kicks things off. As you all know, we faced many challenges and a late start on the golf course this year. We appreciate everyone’s patience and support while we were cart path only. The lack of cart traffic tremendously helped recovery. That being said, we ask that you please continue the following:

1. Not parking carts close to greens and tee boxes. We still have thin spots in those areas we are working diligently to recover.

2. Pairing up on carts rather than singles would be greatly appreciated by the maintenance staff. Less cart traffic helps improve turf density and reduces compaction in high-traffic areas.

For more event details, visit private.WhitetailClub.com/OnDeck

This Month

Men’s Invitational

08.02–08.05 | 208.630.0211

Tough competition combined with easy social gatherings where good times are the name of the game. With four days and nights of action-packed activities, the most anticipated men’s golf tournament at Whitetail Club returns!

Summer Concert

08.05 | 8:30pm | 208.630.0245

Players, spouses, and members: $75* per person

Member Guests: $100 * per person

We play until daylights gone, and at sundown, we hit the town to party with our cowboy boots on at the 2023 Whitetail Club Summer Concert featuring the hottest country duo around, LOCASH. Turn it up and sing along as we party in our small town. Mark your calendars for the most anticipated event this summer!

Live! Summer Concert

9 & Dine

08.11 | 4pm shotgun | $95* | waitlist | 208.630.0245

Don’t miss out on another unforgettable fusion of golf, gourmet cuisine, and good vibes at our second 9 & Dine event! Come out swinging during our shotgun start and enjoy two drinks and tantalizing bites during our nine-hole game. After a day of play, we’ll regather at the 12th tee box for a savory dinner prepared by our phenomenal culinary team accompanied by live musicians.

ATV Trip

On Deck

08.16–08.018 | 8am | $440 * | waitlist | 208.630.0245

Gear up for an exciting expedition through the Wilderness of Western Idaho at our annual ATV Trip! Prepare to embark on an exhilarating adventure starting at The Fish & Swim Club before revving your engine to Big Creek Lodge for three days of thrilling rides, delicious meals, exciting camp activities, and a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Men’s & Ladies Club Championship

08.19–08.20 | 8:30am tee time | $75* per person | rsvp 08.16 | 208.630.0211

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Complimentary Wine Tasting

08.26 | 4–6pm | no rsvp required | 208.630.0245

Calling all wine enthusiasts! Elevate your senses and embark on a delightful exploration of fine wines at our August Complimentary Wine Tasting! Mingle with your Whitetail Club Family, discover new flavors, and enjoy a truly memorable evening together.

On the Horizon

Member Mixer

09.02 | 5:30–7:30pm | no rsvp required | 208.630.0245

Monster Golf

09.09 | details to come | rsvp 09.04 | 208.630.0211

Grilling 105

09.09 | 4–8pm | $125* | rsvp 09.04 | 208.630.0245

Members Only Wine Dinner

09.23 | 6pm | details to come | rsvp 09.18 | 208.630.0245

Complimentary Wine Tasting 09.30 | 4–6pm | no rsvp required | 208.630.0245

*Price does not include tax and/or gratuity.

Round Up

4th of July BBQ, and Family Fishing Derby

Ladies Member Guest

Gross Champions – Betsy Galtney & Abby Black

Net Champions – Linda Donerkiel & Sonia Clysdale

The Clubhouse Restaurant

Until 09.10

Open Daily

Breakfast 8–11am | Lunch 11am–5pm |

Dinner 5–10pm

The Boathouse

Until 08.13

Open Daily 10am–5pm

Staring 08.14 until 09.04

Open Thursday–Sunday 10am–5pm

Whitetail Burger Co. & Coffee Bar

Until 08.13

Open Daily

Coffee Bar 8am–1pm |

Whitetail Burger Co. 11am–9pm

CLOSURES

From 08.02–08.05, the golf course and driving range will be closed for the Men’s Invitational.

On 08.07, the yurt will be closed for a private member event.

On 08.11, the front nine holes of the golf course will be closed for the day starting at 2pm for our 9 & Dine event.

On 08.11, the driving range will be closed from 3–4pm for our 9 & Dine event.

On 08.12, the golf course will be closed for the Idaho Youth Ranch Annual Fundraiser.

On 08.15, the yurt will be closed for a private member event.

From 08.19–8.20, the golf course will be closed until 1pm for the Men’s and Ladies Club Championship.

From 08.19–8.20, the driving range will be closed until 1pm for the Men’s & Ladies Club Championship.

HOURS OF OPERATION

Starting 08.14 until 09.10

Open Wednesday–Sunday

Coffee Bar 8am–1pm | Whitetail Burger Co. 11am–9pm

The Golf Shop

Until 08.31

Open Daily 7am–8pm

Starting 09.01 until 09.30

Open Daily 8am–7pm

The Golf Grille

Until 10.15

Open Daily

Breakfast 7–11am | Lunch 11am–4pm | Bar Service 10am–Close

Dear Whitetail Club Members,

Allow me to introduce myself to those I have not had the pleasure to meet. I am Cory Strobaugh, the Beverage Program Manager for Whitetail Club and Shore Lodge. It has come to my attention that my services and amenities may not have reached all of you, and I wanted to say hello and tell you about our Member Wine Buying Program.

We offer you the service of ordering wine on your behalf and having it set aside for you to pick up at the clubhouse. We have a member wine list that showcases all of the wines within our inventory and their associated costs to you, our valued members. In addition, I am more than happy to procure wines for you that we may not have in inventory. Distribution in Idaho is necessary, of course, per Idaho State Law. I have already had the pleasure of assisting many of you in building your cellars for the summer and the holidays, and I intend to assist every wine lover at our club.

Please contact me for more information or a copy of the member wine list at cstrobaugh@whitetailclub.com.

I also invite all of you to our Complimentary Member Wine Tasting events that I conduct at the clubhouse every last Saturday of the month from 4-6pm. I hope all of you are having a fantastic summer and to connect with you soon.

Cory Strobaugh, Beverage Program Manager

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With a plethora of 2023 kitchen trends on the horizon, Whitetail Club has taken the time to interview Lisa Beck, part of the talented design team who collaborated with us to develop the magnificent ‘Mountain Time’ model from our Design-Build Collection.

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Read our latest blog to learn more as Lisa walks us through each trend.

If you know anyone interested in calling McCall home, please have them contact our Real Estate team at 877.634.1725 to book a personalized Discovery Tour today.