Trailblazer - October 2023

WELCOME TO OUR NEWEST MEMBERS!

Aaron & Sylvie Royston Resident Social Sport Pacifica, CA

Dear Whitetail Club Members,

The golf course, The Golf Shop, and The Golf Grille will be open until Sunday, October 15. The end-of-season Fall Classic Tournament will tee off at 1pm on Saturday, October 14, and all are welcome to participate. Contact The Golf Shop at 208.630.0211 today to RSVP. Whether you play or not, please plan to attend the Member Mixer that same evening, beginning at 5:30pm at The Golf Grille as we celebrate the end of a fabulous summer season while looking forward to what the winter will bring.

Beginning in November, members looking to continue to work on their swing, even after the golf course has been put to bed, can now reserve one of our Trackman simulators via the Whitetail Club Member Portal app. For specific details and a step-by-step instructional guide on how to do so, please refer to our featured editorial.

Earlier this year, we launched our Team Member Spotlight initiative, where our goal is to introduce to the membership some of our (many) talented team members who you may have not had the opportunity to meet yet. This month, we’re eager to introduce you to Kaven Blair, a vital Whitetail Club culinary team member. Kaven prefers to be called Dominic or Dom. Check out this month’s Team Member Spotlight as to why.

And, as a follow-up to our May Team Member Spotlight featuring Nancy Cienfuegos, Whitetail Club Green’s Keeper, Assistant in Training (AIT), we couldn’t be more excited to communicate that it was recently announced by the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA) that she was chosen to be part of the inaugural Women’s Leadership Academy. She was one of just 40 turfgrass professionals to do so. And if that wasn’t impressive enough, Nancy was recently accepted to the Rutgers University School of Golf Course & Turf Management. Way to go, Nancy!

This past month, we welcomed Aaron & Sylvie Royston and their family to Whitetail Club. We look forward to seeing you around!

Sincerely,

Jocelyn Kidd, CCM Club Director | 208.630.0216

See You at The Studio

/// Now Book Golf Simulator Reservations directly from the app!

After the Fall Classic Tournament and the seasonal closure of the course, avid golfers at Whitetail Club take it inside to perfect their game. The Studio gives members access* to two Trackman 4’s throughout the year. Starting in November, book your Golf Simulator Reservations directly from the Whitetail Club Member Portal app. In this issue, we have included a detailed step-by-step instructional guide to booking your reservations and all the information needed about the offering.

/// Making a Reservation

To access the Golf Simulator Reservations Calendar, enter your username and password to log into the Whitetail Club Member Portal app. Once you’ve logged in, select Golf Simulator Reservations on the home page.

Please note: You can also access the Golf Simulator Reservations by clicking Quick Actions on the bottom navigation bar.

Once you’ve opened the Golf Simulator Reservations Calendar, a column will appear showcasing the time availability for both the right and left bays. Like our Court Reservations Calendar, each time slot is color-coded in green, blue, and gray.

Green means the bay is open and available for play.

Blue means a member has booked the bay.

Gray means the bay is unavailable for play.

To make your reservation, please select the date, bay, and time you’d like to book to launch the Booking Window, where you will add your reservation details. You’ll be prompted to confirm the bay you’d like to reserve and the number of participants, date, and time.

Please note: The maximum number of participants per bay is (4) four unless you have received prior approval.

The Booking Window requires you to enter each player’s name. You can add a fellow Whitetail Club member by simply searching up their last name followed by a comma—this will prompt their name to appear. Or, if you’re inviting a guest, please select Add Guest to add your guest’s first and last name, phone number, and email.

Entering this information allows your guest to receive Notifications about confirmation, changes/cancellations, and reminders about your upcoming reservation. If you’re unsure who’ll join you for your Golf Simulator Reservation, you can click ADD TB, or if you’re open to neighborly competition, you can click Need Player, which allows other Whitetail Club members to join in on your reservation.

Once you’ve added your party to your reservation, you can request a club rental for you or anyone from your party by clicking on the drop-down menu. Please select whether you’d like to rent a left or right club.

At the bottom of your Booking Window, you’ll see that you can add comments that will appear in your confirmation email sent to your guests. Once you’ve reviewed your booking reservations, please click Make Reservation, and you’re all set!

To edit your reservation on the Whitetail Club Member Portal app, log in using your username and password, and on the home page, you’ll see your upcoming reservations. Click the View button on the reservation you’d like to edit. On the Courts Details page, scroll to the bottom and select Edit. Once the Booking Window is open, you may change the date and time of your reservation, add or remove players, update your guest list, or change bays. Once you’ve made all necessary edits, scroll to the bottom of the Booking Window and select Update Reservation. If you’d like to take a raincheck on your reservation altogether, click Cancel Reservation at the bottom of the Booking Window.

If you have any questions about making a reservation or are having trouble accessing the Golf Simulators Reservations Calendar, please contact the Club Concierge at 208.630.0245.

*Complimentary for Full Members and a fee for Social Members

/// Visiting The Studio

Full Member – Included in dues

Social Sport – $50/hr/bay

Member Guest fees – $15/person

• Reservations are required and can be made via the Whitetail Club Member Portal app. Same-day reservations can be made by contacting the Club Concierge or Member Services team.

• The first available session is 10am, and the last session is 4pm unless prior approval is received.

• Minimum session time is 1 hour. Maximum is 4 hours.

• A member can book a max of (3) three separate sessions per week unless prior approval has been received.

• All guests must be accompanied by a member.

• All guest names must be entered at the time of booking.

• The member who booked the bay must be present.

• A member can only book (1) one bay at a time unless prior approval is received.

• If you can’t make your time, please access the Whitetail Club Member Portal app and cancel your reservation.

• If you’d like to request lessons at an additional fee, please contact The Golf Shop at golf@whitetailclub.com.

Dear Whitetail Club Members,

Another spectacular golf season at Whitetail Club is almost in the books. With the arrival of autumn, our golfers are trying to take advantage of the warm days and get in all the golf they can. Frost delays are a daily indicator of what Mother Nature has in store for us. The fall colors offer a spectacular backdrop to the last rounds of golf to be played for 2023!

Here is a list of upcoming events and closures to note:

• National Golf Lovers Day: In celebration of National Golf Lovers Day on October 4, we’re hosting a one-person scramble all day. Hit two shots and pick the best for your entire round. We will have a $20 cash buy-in for payout and skins.

• Fall Classic Tournament: October 14

• Ball Buster: October 15

• The golf course closes for the season: October 15

The end of the season is a great time to get your golf clubs regripped. We have a good selection of different styles at The Golf Shop and would be happy to help you pick the right one for your set.

On behalf of the golf staff, we wish you all a fantastic remainder of your year. We look forward to seeing you in 2024!

Cheers, Phil Goodson Head Golf Professional Whitetail Club

Junior Club Championship

Thanks to all who participated, and congratulations to the winners!

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Ages 6 & Under Hunter H.

Ages 7–8 Aveer S.

Ages 10–11 Hallie W.

Ages 13–14 Max W.

Team Member Spotlight

His dedication and drive for growth were recognized not just by his supervisors but also by his peers. Four team members nominated Dominic for the company’s Employee of the Month program in July. Receiving praises such as continually exceeding expectations, always ready to lend a helping hand, striving to grow beyond the confines of his role, first to arrive in the morning, ensures the kitchen is clean, and being the first to complete a task and ask, “What can I do to help now?”

Blair’s journey began in the vibrant landscapes of Westmoreland Parish, the westernmost part of Jamaica. Though his birth name is Kaven, his family and community called him Dominic or “Dom” from the onset. A fun part of Jamaican culture, many people also have nicknames. Sometimes, these nicknames become so common that no one knows their true first name anymore. Dominic validated this interesting fact, stating, “I don’t remember a single time growing up that I was ever called Kaven. Not even by my father.”

After completing high school, Dominic moved to St. Elizabeth, a neighboring parish known for providing its share of the nation’s fruits and vegetables. The rural charm and agricultural enthusiasm of St. Elizabeth captured Dominic’s heart, embodying the laid-back ‘vibes’ that resonated with him. Dominic looks forward to someday owning land in St. Elizabeth, where he can live in a community that shares his passion for agriculture.

Though his culinary journey was sparked during high school, it was put on hold at his father’s urging that Dom start a career in construction. It wasn’t until he grasped the opportunity presented by the H-2B work visa program, which brought him to the United States, that the chance to explore the culinary field was presented to him. “It’s interesting how life works.” —Dominic.

Grateful for the opportunity, he assumed the role of a Steward at Whitetail Club’s lakefront clubhouse, yet fate had more in store for him. “You could see him always observing what others were doing in the kitchen.“ —Chef Tyler. Supported by Chef Marcus, Dominic’s talent blossomed under the nurturing guidance of Chef Tyler and Chef Derek. Starting with AM shifts, and in addition to his responsibilities as a Steward, he began learning the basic (but essential) cooking techniques. Demonstrating the capacity to take on more, Dominic transitioned to PM shifts, which allowed him to truly understand all that goes into operating a kitchen. “Not only is Dominic eager to learn, he’s easy to teach.” —Chef Marcus.

Dominic will take a hiatus from Whitetail Club for the winter season as he heads to Big Sky Resort for a line cook position. Still, he eagerly anticipates reuniting with his Whitetail Club family in the spring. In pursuing his dreams, Dominic remains cognizant of the distance from his family in Jamaica. Yet, driven by ambition and an awareness of the necessary sacrifices, he looks forward to continuing his culinary journey. “To accomplish certain things, sometimes there are sacrifices that we have to make. My family and I understand this.” —Dominic.

Outside the kitchen, Dominic finds solace by the river or at the beach, which he calls a ‘funny fact’ about himself because he doesn’t know how to swim. An introvert by nature, he enjoys fitness and an active lifestyle. One of his treasured food memories hails from the heart of Jamaica—a Saturday tradition of a community gathering around a roasted, herb-stuffed pig. This experience still colors his culinary passions today. Currently, Dominic’s favorite dish to prepare at Whitetail Club is a Tuna Poke Bowl, a dish he finds delightful and visually appealing. “It’s beautiful.” —Dominic.

Gratitude fills his heart for the opportunities and mentorship provided by Chefs Marcus, Tyler, and Derek. He aspires to make them proud, and without a doubt, he has. It’s fair to say that we’ll likely see a few tears shed as Dominic heads east for the winter. We wish Dominic well in this new endeavor and look forward to welcoming him back in the spring.

Kaven “Dom” “Dominic” Blair – Steward at Whitetail Club

On Deck

This Month

Progressive Dinner

10.07 | 4–8pm | $140 * | waitlist | 208.630.0245

We’ll begin our evening at the clubhouse with passed appetizers and aperitifs before we traverse through three Whitetail Club members’ properties for each course.

Fall Classic

10.14 | 1pm shotgun | $20 * per person | rsvp 10.09 | 208.630.0211

Last call for the golf season. Join us to participate in a two-person best ball holes (1–9) and two-person scramble holes (10–18), where the winners will receive the cash pool.

Member Mixer

10.14 | 5:30–7:30pm | no rsvp required | 208.630.0211

Calling all club members! Join us at The Golf Grille to enjoy light appetizers, one signature cocktail, and the tunes of Idaho’s homegrown Americana band, Highway45.

Ball Buster

10.15 | 10am shotgun | $20 * per person | rsvp 10.09 | 208.630.0211

Challenge your skills to the fullest at our Ball Buster event. Nick, Adam, and the maintenance team are reconfiguring our award-winning golf course to present you with a challenge at every corner. Prepare for difficult tee and pin placements and extra-long holes.

Drive-In Movie

10.21 | 7pm | $55* per family | rsvp 10.16 | 208.630.0245

Experience an evening of cinematic nostalgia at our first-ever Drive-In Movie! Arrive in your car and enjoy a blockbuster hit with buttery popcorn.

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

*Price does not include tax and/or gratuity.

Complimentary Wine Tasting

10.28 | 4–6pm | no rsvp required | 208.630.0245

Try new distinctive wines and elevate your palate at our October Complimentary Wine Tasting event. If you taste a varietal that you particularly love, a selection of bottles will be available for purchase.

On the Horizon

Members Only Cooking Class

11.04 | 5pm | $115* | rsvp 10.30 | 208.630.0245

Shore Lodge Winemaker’s Dinner

11.11 | 6pm | $165* | rsvp 11.09 | 208.630.0274

Turkey Trot

11.23 | 10am | $20 * per person | rsvp 11.16 | 208.630.0245

Thanksgiving Dinner at the clubhouse 11.23 | details to come | a la carte | rsvp 11.16 | 208.630.0245

Member Mixer 11.25 | 6pm | no rsvp required | 208.630.0245

Round Up

Grilling 105, Members Only Wine Dinner, and Out and About

The Clubhouse Restaurant

Until 10.08

Open Wednesday–Sunday

Breakfast 9–11am |

Lunch 11am–5pm |

Dinner 5–9pm

Starting 10.09 until 12.17

Open Thursday–Sunday

Breakfast 9–11am |

Lunch 11am–5pm |

Dinner 5–9pm

HOURS OF OPERATION

The Golf Shop

Until 10.15

Open Daily 9am–6pm

*Closed thereafter for the season.

The Golf Grille

Until 10.15

Open Daily

Breakfast 7–11am |

Lunch 11am–4pm |

Bar Service 10am–Close

*Closed thereafter for the season.

CLOSURES

On 10.15, the golf course, The Golf Grille, and The Golf S hop will close for the season. The mountain bike trails remain closed until further notice. The Fish & Swim Club pool is closed for the season. The Fish & Swim Club hot tub is closed for repair until further notice.

Limited Edition Fall Flavors!

It’s October, and along with sweater weather and carving pumpkins comes all the fantastic flavors of the season. Join us to experience new, limited edition menu items and seasonal cocktails at Shore Lodge.

Snake River Farms

Kurobuta Prime Rib of Pork

Experience Snake Farm Kurobuta Prime Rib Pork paired with truffled potato gratin, vibrant grilled broccolini, and a drizzle of maple and pearl onion demi-glace to tie all the flavors together. Available at The Cutwater on Payette Lake.

DISCOVER FALL

MENU ITEMS:

Pumpkin Crème Brûlée

Velvety pumpkin custard meets nutmeg shortbread with maple-infused Chantilly cream dollop and topped with a lingonberry compote. Available at The Cutwater on Payette Lake, The Narrows Steakhouse, and The Bar.

Introducing

660 ASTER COURT // Welcome to “Skyview”!

This custom home offers one of the most spectacular views in Whitetail Club.

PRICE: $7,150,000 | BEDROOMS: 5 | BATHROOMS: 5.5 | GARAGE: 3 CARS

Skyview is beautifully appointed at 6,112 sq. ft. with 5 bedrooms, 5 ½ baths, and a large 3-car garage. This home is designed for entertaining and multigenerational use. The main floor features a spacious open-concept living and dining area flanked on either side by two primary suites, each with its own spacious deck. Each of the 5 bedrooms and common areas of the home offer floor-to-ceiling views of Payette Lake and the mountains beyond!

The kitchen is a Chef’s dream, with high-end appliances, a large entertaining island, and a butler’s pantry. The lower level boasts a spacious media room with a fireplace, a second full bar, and a “bunk room suite” fit for visiting family/friends with its own large en suite bathroom.

The ground floor also features two more spacious guest bedrooms, each with its own en suite bathroom. Adjacent to the spacious 3-car garage, the large mudroom offers ample room to store skis and other sporting equipment, including a sink with a second stacked washer and dryer. There are too many extras to list, ready for your family to make a lifetime of memories!

If you know someone interested in this listing, please have them contact our Real Estate Team at 877.634.1725 or realestate@whitetailclub.com