Trailblazer - December 2022

DECEMBER 2022

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Director’s Note Dear Whitetail Club Members, Don’t forget to RSVP for this year’s winter holiday events! Plan to attend our Ugly Sweater-themed Member Mixer, scheduled for Saturday, December 17.

This event has unofficially become the kick-off of our Whitetail Club holiday season. We’ll be hosting appetizers, there will be live music, and the bar will be available. As determined by your peers, there will be awards for the ugliest sweaters present that evening. So bring your best! As we know, ugly sweaters look better when we wear them together!

We’ll be decorating gingerbread houses on Thursday, December 22, and plan to gather the entire family and head to The Fish & Swim Club for our Rally at the Rink on Friday, December 30. The food truck will be serving tasty treats, the bar will be stocked, and the bonfire will be ablaze — a great way to spend a winter afternoon.

We’re going Disco Chic for this year’s New Years’ Eve celebration. Think Bee Gees, Saturday Night Fever, and Studio 54. The disco ball will be hung, and the dance floor will be lit. There is still space available. Contact the concierge to reserve your seat today! We look forward to hustling in the new year with you!

A reminder of our holiday restaurant hours of operation. Both the Whitetail Burger Co. & Coffee Bar (located at The Fish & Swim Club) and the clubhouse restaurant will be open seven days a week (except for Christmas Day) from December 17 - January 1. The WBC coffee bar will open at 8am, and lunch & dinner service from 11am – 9pm. The clubhouse will be open from 8am-9pm, serving all meals. If you were looking forward to spending Christmas Eve at the Club, we strongly encourage confirming your reservations early. You can do so by contacting the restaurant directly or by reaching out to the concierge team.

As communicated via eblast this past week, Eugene Bonfilio resigned as the lead of our front of house golf operation, a position he has held for the better part of a decade. We wish him well on this next chapter and sincerely thank him for all his efforts these last ten years. We are actively reviewing candidates to replace this vital position and we will keep the membership updated as progress is made. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to either Tom or myself with any questions or thoughts.

A heartfelt thank you to the entire membership for such an outstanding year. I wish you all a happy and healthy holiday season and look forward to the new year ahead.

Sincerely, Jocelyn Kidd, CCM

Club Director | 208.630.0216

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AS WE SAY OUR FINAL GOODBYES TO 2022 and welcome the new year, we are excited to share all the events, excursions, programs, and adventures we have in store for our Whitetail Club Family. On the horizon are our most popular culinary events, signature golf tournaments, and some new events we added. The 2023 calendars and kids’ calendars will be in the mail to you in the coming weeks, so keep a lookout.

Take a sneak peek at some of the extraordinary events we have in store for 2023.

JANUARY

MARCH

01.15 | Winter Spirit Series: Part 1 01.21 | Complimentary Wine Tasting 01.28 | Winter Signature Event

03.11 | Members Only Cooking Class 03.19 | Winter Spirit Series: Part 3 03.25 | Complimentary Wine Tasting

FEBRUARY

APRIL

02.18 | Dance Class 02.19 | Winter Spirit Series: Part 2 02.25 | Complimentary Wine Tasting

04.09 | Easter Brunch & Hunt 04.22 | Shore Lodge Winemaker’s Dinner 04.29 | Complimentary Wine Tasting

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MAY

SEPTEMBER

05.05 | Swing into Golf 05.13 | Paint & Sip 05.14 | Mother’s Day Brunch 05.27 | Season Opening Tournament 05.27 | Member Mixer

09.02 | Member Mixer 09.09 | Monster Golf 09.09 | Grilling 105 09.23 | Members Only Wine Dinner 09.30 | Complimentary Wine Tasting

JUNE

OCTOBER

06.03 | Members Only Wine Dinner 06.10 | Pickleball Tournament 06.10 | Member Mixer 06.17 | Progressive Dinner 06.24 | Complimentary Wine Tasting 06.28 | Hike & Picnic

10.07 | Progressive Dinner 10.14 | Fall Classic 10.14 | Member Mixer 10.15 | Ball Buster 10.21 | Drive-In Movie 10.28 | Complimentary Wine Tasting

JULY

NOVEMBER

07.04 | 4th of July BBQ 07.06 | Family Fishing Derby 07.08 | 9 & Dine 07.12-07.14 | Ladies Member Guest 07.15 | Jr. Club Championship 07.15 | Demo Day 07.22-07.23 | Whitetail Club Member/

11.04 | Members Only Cooking Class 11.23 | Turkey Trot 11.23 | Thanksgiving Dinner at the clubhouse 11.25 | Member Mixer

DECEMBER

Member Tournament 07.27 | Caddies & Cocktails 07.29 | Complimentary Wine Tasting 07.29 | Luau

12.02 | Wreath Making Workshop 12.09 | Shore Lodge Breakfast with Santa 12.16 | Ugly Sweater Party & Member Mixer 12.21 | Gingerbread House Decorating 12.23 | Sledding Party 12.24 | Christmas Eve Dinner at the clubhouse 12.27 | Annual POA Meeting 12.31 | NYE Party

AUGUST 08.02-08.05 | Men’s Invitational 08.05 | Summer Concert 08.12 | 9 & Dine 08.15-08.17 | ATV Trip 08.18-08.19 | Men’s & Ladies Club Championship 08.26 | Complimentary Wine Tasting

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NEW TO 2023 WINTER SPIRIT SERIES Expand your knowledge of the most sought-after spirits over a three-part series starting in January. The events, led by Dean Powers, will consist of tastings and an educational component, where you’ll learn more about how they are made and the regions they originate from.

Winter Spirit Series: Part 1 features bourbon whiskey.

Winter Spirit Series: Part 2 features scotch whisky.

Winter Spirit Series: Part 3 features tequila.

DANCE CLASS Sway to the music and bring your best dance moves to The Fish & Swim Club as a professional dance instructor teaches you all the moves and grooves you’ll need to show off at your next event.

LUAU Experience an authentic Hawaiian feast featuring roasted pork, rhythmic tunes, Polynesian Dancers, fire performers, and beachy vibes at the family-friendly event. Hula on over for the party of the summer.

DRIVE-IN MOVIE Revel in the nostalgia of watching classic blockbuster hits under the stars at our DriveIn Movie! Featuring an enormous screen, a concession stand offering freshly popped popcorn and delicious sweets, and an award-winning classic movie, this is the perfect family-friendly plan for a Saturday evening in the fall.

WREATH MAKING WORKSHOP Learn how to create a one-of-a-kind seasonal wreath at our Wreath Making Workshop.

Provided with all the necessary decorations and a step-by-step tutorial by a professional florist, create a beautiful wreath to display for the holidays.

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On Deck

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

This Month Ugly Sweater Party & Member Mixer 12.17 | 5:30pm | no rsvp required | 208.630.0245 ‘Tis the season to rock ugly holiday sweaters! Grab the tackiest holiday sweater you own and join us at The Fish & Swim Club for our annual Ugly Sweater Member Mixer! Enjoy a good laugh, delicious appetizers, live music, and signature winter cocktails.

Prizes will be awarded to members wearing the ‘ugliest’ sweaters. Good luck!

Annual POA Meeting 12.29 | 3:30pm | 208.630.0216 As we prepare for another fantastic year at Whitetail Club, we strongly encourage all property owners to join us remotely for the annual POA Meeting and stay updated on the latest happenings in our community.

Supporting documentation will be sent to all property owners in the coming weeks.

Please note that light appetizers will be the only food served all night at Whitetail Burger Co. & Coffee Bar.

Gingerbread House Decorating 12.22 | 1-3pm | $55* | rsvp 12.15 | 208.630.0245 This festive week is made even sweeter at our annual Gingerbread House Decorating event at the clubhouse!

We’ll have colorful gumdrops, candy canes, sprinkles, and more for you to design your dream home. Warm drinks, Christmas tunes, and holiday movies will help set the mood for this special day. Open to kids of all ages.

Rally at the Rink 12.30 | 12-2pm | a la carte | rsvp 12.23 | 208.630.0245 Get on the ice at our Rally at the Rink event! We will have music, a full no-host bar, and fire pits for a warm spot to sit down and relax. The Whitetail Club food truck will serve a delicious lunch menu so you can purchase a meal and refuel between your rounds on the ice. Bring your own skates, or let us know if you need to borrow some of the complimentary skates.

NYE Party 12.31 | 7pm-12:30am | $165* | rsvp 12.19 | 208.630.0245 Christmas Eve Dinner at the clubhouse 12.24 | a la carte | rsvp 12.17 | 208.630.0245 The holiday season is best spent with dear friends and family, and at Whitetail Club, we’d love nothing more than to spend it all together at our Christmas Eve Dinner at the clubhouse! Indulge in traditional Christmas dinner favorites, sing along to catchy Christmas carols, and bask in the holiday decor to truly get into that holiday spirit.

Please note that reservations are required.

d sol t u o Sledding Party 12.28 | 11am-2pm | $30+ | rsvp 12.21 | 208.630.0245 Our annual Sledding Party hosted at the Whitetail Club Sledding Hill is currently sold out. If you wish to join the waitlist, please email or call the Club Concierge.

The glamour and flare of the disco era returns on New Year's Eve at Whitetail Club.

Invite your friends and family to the clubhouse for an elegant three-course meal, perfectly paired with groovy tunes and a champagne toast at midnight! *Price does not include tax or gratuity.

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On the Horizon

Winter Spirit Series: Part 1

Complimentary Wine Tasting

01.15 | 3-5pm | $50* | rsvp 01.04 | 208.630.0245

01.21 | 4-6pm | 208.630.0245

We’re excited to introduce part one of our Winter Spirit

Toast to the new year at the first Complimentary

Series events! If you enjoy the sweet, smooth, and oaky

Wine Tasting of 2023. Join us at the clubhouse as you

notes of bourbon, this event is just for you. Head over

evaluate a variety’s appearance, bouquet, and taste.

to the clubhouse, where you’ll taste test four spirits from different regions accompanied by an educational

Winter Signature Event

component led by Dean Powers. Bonus! We’ll also be

01.28 | details to come | 208.630.0245

serving a few cocktails that complement each spirit. As

Our annual Winter Signature Event is designed with

we end the evening and say our goodbyes, you’ll be sent

family in mind and is open to member guests. Held at

home with a special gift for you to enjoy.

the start of Winter Carnival, this is a weekend not to be missed! Previous events have included comedians,

McCall Winter Carnival

musicians, magicians, and even Broadway. Stay tuned

01.27-02.05 | learn more at visitmccall.org

for the announcement of this year’s event.

McCall’s famed Winter Carnival returns will a majestic Fairy Tales, Folk Tales, and Tall Tales theme for 2023! Details are forthcoming, but there are over 100 unique events throughout the ten days, including annual favorites like the Local Snow Sculpture Contest and Idaho Dog Sled Challenge. We look forward to celebrating all things winter! For more information, please visit the website above for more event details.

Complimentary Wine Tasting

2022 McCall Winter Carnival

2022 Winter Signature Event 8.

Round Up Members Only Cooking Class

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Take Note

HOURS OF OPERATION The Clubhouse Restaurant Until 12.18 Open Thursday-Sunday Breakfast 9-11am Lunch 11am-5pm Dinner 5-9pm Starting 12.19 until 01.01 Open Daily Breakfast 8-11am Lunch 11am-5pm Dinner 5-10pm

REMINDERS

Starting 01.02 until 05.28 Open Thursday-Sunday Breakfast 9-11am Lunch 11am-5pm Dinner 5-9pm Whitetail Burger Co. & Coffee Bar Starting 12.17 until 01.01 Open Daily Coffee Bar 8am-1pm Lunch 11am-5pm Dinner 5-9pm

The Mercantile at Shore Lodge is open 9am-7pm for all your holiday shopping needs.

The fitness center is open daily from 6am-10pm.

The hot tub at The Fish & Swim Club is open yearround for use.

*Closed thereafter for the season.

CLOSURES On December 25, no restaurant and/or food and beverage service will be available at the clubhouse.

On December 25, Whitetail Burger Co. & Coffee Bar will be closed.

On December 31, The Yurt will be closed from 4pm-12am for a private member event.

On December 31, the clubhouse will be closed for our NYE Party.

A MESSAGE FROM WHITETAIL CLUB It is with mixed emotions that we announce the resignation of Eugene Bonfilio, who, for the better part of a decade, has led our front-of-house golf operation.

We wish him well with his future endeavors and thank him for all his efforts.

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Real Estate

WHITETAIL CLUB HAS CONSISTENTLY CHARTED A COURSE FOR EXCELLENCE, AND 2022 WAS NO EXCEPTION. To further expand, we checked in with Mike Parker, Director of Real Estate Sales, for a glimpse into the latest happenings and what’s to come in 2023!

“Overall, 2022 was a good year filled with multiple sales, welcoming new homeowners, and working with prospective buyers to find their next mountain-modern home,” said Parker. “We’re thankful to the Whitetail Club community, who have continuously referred us to their friends and families. Their trust and recommendation are the ultimate compliments. It speaks to their level of satisfaction with our services, amenities, and properties.”

On what’s to come for the new year? Parker notes that construction is currently under development for The Fairways collection, particularly the Pencross model. These coveted townhomes will be tentatively slated for completion by June 2023. Four homes built for sale with panoramic views of Payette Lake will be substantially developed as well.

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Having built product will be an exciting addition to the community, and new buyers will be able to enjoy it right away, along with our yearround calendar of events.

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To learn more, contact the Whitetail Club Real Estate team at 877.634.1725 or realestate@whitetailclub.com.

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