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JANUARY 2024

January 2024 New Members

Director’s Note

Murder Mystery Dinner

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Winter Yurt Dinner Series

Winter Sports Clinics

On Deck

Round Up

Take Note

Real Estate

WELCOME TO OUR NEWEST MEMBERS! Diane Thomason & Chris Morrison Resident Social Sport Fountain Hills, AZ

Director’s Note

Dear Whitetail Club Members, Happy New Year! We look forward to a fantastic 2024 and are excited about this year's events and programs. We're thrilled to announce an addition to the printed calendars. We've partnered with Master's ski coach, professional athlete Barbara Kreisle, and former US National Biathlon Team Cory Corbet to offer two halfday skate ski clinics. The first clinic on February 3rd is for the ladies only, while the second on Feb 10th is open to all Members. These Member-Only clinics are designed to make you a more efficient skier for where you are in your own practice, all while keeping your respective styles in mind. Please note that these clinics are not for newbies, or as Cory & Barb affectionally call those fresh to the sport, the 'never-Evers.' Basic skate ski experience is requested. But don't fret; if you fall into this category, we look forward to arranging one-on-one lessons with Cory or Barb to ensure your introduction to Skate Skiing is positive and encouraging. Thank you to all who stopped by our first-ever Whitetail Club Winter Retail Pop-Up. The response from the membership was better than anticipated, and because of this, we plan to incorporate this retail opportunity into our winter offering moving forward. Thank you again to those who shopped with us. The membership department remained busy through the end of the year, welcoming Diane Thomason and Chris Morrison to the Whitetail Club family this past month. Thank you to the entire membership, long-tenured or new, for your continued support and participation. It's nothing short of amazing to see our Whitetail Club community continue to grow and thrive. Please note that due to the city's decision to move Winter Carnival dates to the last weekend of February, we have followed suit and moved our annual Winter Signature event to Saturday, February 24th. As featured in this issue of the Trailblazer, we'll be hosting a thrilling Masquerade-themed Murder Mystery dinner party. We look forward to seeing you there. Unlike in years past, winter has yet to really show up in McCall. I urge everyone to collectively get your snow dance 'on' and stay tuned to your regularly scheduled club communications for updates on when we'll safely be able to open our winter amenities.

Thank you again for a fantastic year. Happy New Year to you and your families. Sincerely,

Jocelyn Kidd, CCM Club Director | 208.630.0216

CALLING ALL

JOIN US AT THE WINTER SIGNATURE EVENT ON SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 24TH FOR A LIVE-ACTION EVENING OF THE GAME CLUE AT OUR FIRST EVER

MASQUER ADE MURDER MYSTERY DINNER

THIS IS NO ORDINARY DINNER PARTY, BECAUSE SOMETIME BETWEEN COURSES A FICTITIOUS MURDER WILL TAKE PLACE! IN THIS DINNER PARTY TURNED ‘CRIME SCENE,’ GUESTS WILL WORK TOGETHER TO INVESTIGATE THE MURDER AND UNCOVER CLUES ABOUT THE KILLER’S MOTIVE AND OTHER KEY PIECES OF EVIDENCE. AND AS A GUEST, YOU WILL ALSO HAVE THE CHANCE TO BECOME A SUSPECT. By the end of the party, you and your team will try to guess Who Did It, How They Did It, and Why They Did It! Setting the scene..... The rustle of silks and feathers under muted conversation was probably the last thing heard by the tragically and unexpectedly deceased at the Billionaires' Club Annual Masquerade Ball. Unmasking the killer may be challenging, with a mystery under each feathery façade. You must determine which partygoer is guilty, bring this crime to justice, and save the party! Attend the Billionaires’ Club Annual Masquerade Ball and help get this soiree back on track by trading clues with your guests, gathering information, and solving the crime before the masked menace gets away! Evening wear, ball gowns, Venetian masks, suits, and tuxes are what to wear to this high-class night of masks and murder. Get ready for a glamorous evening of mystery, intrigue, and murder at this masquerade ball murder mystery party! The Winter Signature Event occurs during McCall's Winter Carnival and is the perfect weekend to plan to be at Whitetail Club. There are plenty of events in town to be noticed, like the impressive snow sculptures and the Mardi Gras parade. After all the daytime fun, don your best 1920s-era masquerade costume and join us for a dinner party filled with intrigue and suspense. This event is open to Members and Guests and is highly recommended for ages 13+. RSVP by February 19 by calling the Club Concierge at 208.630.0245.

S AT U R D AY, F E B R U A R Y 24 CLUBHOUSE

E V E N T S TA R T S 6 PM S H A R P

$ 150++ PER PERSON

Winter Yurt Dinner Series

Chef Marcus has curated a unique winter dining experience, offered exclusively in January, February and March. In Series 1, held on January 13th, the culinary adventure begins with putting on snowshoes at the Ridgeline. Members and Guests will embark on a snowshoe stroll along a “tiki torch” lit pathway to the Yurt. With a beverage in hand and stars in the sky the evening will only just be getting started. Upon arriving at the Yurt, a bonfire will be waiting (weather permitting), beverages and appetizers. The evening will move inside the cozy Yurt for a Chef prepared 4-course meal and wine pairing. Join us for any part of this fun mash up of Idaho adventure and Pacific Northwest flavors. If you have snowshoes, bring them along—if not, we will provide them! If a short snowshoe trip is not of interest, we will meet you at the Yurt with beverages and appetizers! Please just let us know when you RSVP. Winter Yurt Dining Series - 1 Date: January 13 at 5 pm Cost: $150++ per person RSVP: January 8 by calling the Club Concierge at 208.630.0245. Note: Attendees should dress in layers for this unique culinary and winter experience.

Winter Sports Clinics

Baby it’s cold outside, and we are ready to get out there! This season, we have new clinics to help fine-tune your skills or learn something new! Skate Ski Clinic Two Half Day Clinics are coming in February, led by Master's ski coach and professional athlete Barbara Kreisle and former US National Biathlon Team Cory Corbet. The clinics are designed for those with some experience with the sport to help you become a more efficient skier. While these clinics are not for those new to the sport, we are ready to arrange one-on-one lessons with Cory or Barb to ensure your introduction to Skate Skiing is positive and encouraging. February 3 - Ladies Only February 10 - Co-Ed Stay tuned for more communications throughout January. Skate Skills Clinics Three 2-hour clinics have been added to the calendar this winter, focusing on ice skating and stick skills for ice hockey. This instructor-led class is open to all skill levels. This clinic is complimentary to Members, and ice skates will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis. January 13 from 1-3 pm February 10 from 1-3 pm March 16 from 1-3 pm Call the Club Concierge for questions and to RSVP at 208.630.0245. Reservations can also be made online via the Member Portal.

On Deck

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

This Month Winter Yurt Dining Series - 1 01.13 | 5–9pm | $150* | rsvp 01.08 | 208.630.0245 > See page 6. Skate Skills Clinic 01.13 | 1–3pm | no charge for members | rsvp requested | 208.630.0245 > See page 7. Iced Out Vodka Tasting 01.14 | 5–7pm | no charge for members | rsvp requested by 01.08 | 208.630.0245 Join us for a cold-weather twist to our monthly Member Mixer. Cory Strobaugh, Whitetail Club’s Beverage Manager, and his team of local experts /distributors have put together a winter vodka-tasting experience you won’t want to miss! The clubhouse patio will be home to an outside “Ice Bar,” serving various types of vodka. Don your fuzzy boots and hat and meet us on the clubhouse patio.

Complimentary Wine Tasting 01.27 | 4–6pm | no charge for members | no rsvp required | 208.630.0245 Our monthly event is for wine enthusiasts or those looking to learn more about the art of wine tasting. Join us as we experience a tasting of a wine hand selected from our Sommelier.

The event includes live music with Andy Crosby and light snacks and appetizers.

Skate Ski Clinic - Co-Ed 02.10 | Details to follow

Ice Bar at the clubhouse Friday & Saturdays | 4–6pm | no charge for members Join us for seasonal cocktails and après-ski ambiance every Friday and Saturday from 4–6pm! Our Ice Bar will be set up to serve drinks outside on the patio, so dress accordingly. This outdoor experience will continue as long as the Ice Bar does!

Winter Yurt Dining Series - 2 02.17 | 5–9pm | $150 * | rsvp 02.12 | 208.630.0245

Rally at the Rink 02.19 | 11am–1pm | no charge for members | rsvp 01.24 | 208.630.0245 Saturday is for Skating! Join us for a family-friendly fun day on the ice. This event was created to allow members and their guests to enjoy the best of winter with a day on the rink. Come skate or learn to skate, join in games, and drink lots of hot cocoa. Our food truck and bar are also available, and purchases are charged to member accounts. An assortment of ice skates are available to members on a first-come, first-served basis.

*Price does not include tax and/or gratuity.

Round Up Festive Wreaths, Ugly Sweaters, and Gingerbread Houses

Take Note

HOURS OF OPERATION The Clubhouse Restaurant January 1 - 7 Open all day

Extended Hours of Operation

Breakfast 9–11am Lunch 11am–5pm Dinner 5–10pm

(Daily hours Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday)

Starting January 8 – May 26 Open Thursday – Sunday Breakfast 9–11am Lunch 11am–5pm Dinner 5–10pm

Holiday Weekend January 12–15 and February 16–19 Brunch 9am–2pm | Bar Menu 2–5pm Dinner 5–9pm Whitetail Burger Co. & Coffee Bar 01.01.24 – Open all day Coffee Bar 8am–1pm Whitetail Burger Co. 11am–9pm Closed for the season on 01.02.24.

M C CALL WINTER CARNIVAL IS FEBRUARY 22–24 This year’s theme is Color Outside the Lines. See all event information here:

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