Introducing, Amalia Royals, our new Banquet Manager. Raised on the shores of South West Florida at the Long Boat Key Club, Amalia studied culinary arts at Appalachian State University’s Fine Art Fellowship. She is passionate about creating timeless memories from ephemeral moments and has enjoyed working alongside celebrity chefs and winemakers from Alaska to Carmel Valley, CA, and beyond. Amalia moved to Huntsville in 2021 to be close to her favorite Au Pair family. Her favorite movie, and life philosophy, is Like Water for Chocolate. She takes a special interest in promoting positive energy, particularly in coffee, lithium batteries, and food! Amalia is overjoyed to join The Ledges Family.
Introducing, Ms. Mikala West! Mikala is our new Director of Communications. A Huntsville native, Mikala graduated with her Bachelors Degree from the University of Alabama in Huntsville. Whilst in college, she did a year of service with the Domestic branch of the PeaceCorps. Her first experience at The Ledges was a tournament she played in high school and her most recent was her involvement with the Korn Ferry Tour in 2023. She is close with her family especially her parents, Maria and Floyd, and her sister, Alexa - the mother of her beautiful niece and nephew, Kate and Connor, who she says are her whole world. She also enjoys fitness and just recently ran her first 5k last year, The Elvis Presley 5k. Mikala is very eager to be involved on the mountain and is beyond excited to officially join The Ledges family.
UPDATE FROM
Jim Howell, Director of Agronomy
Dear Members,
I hope you are all enjoying the golf course this year. Our Agronomy staff has faced significant challenges with making necessary repairs to the collars, tees, approaches, and fairways, involving stripping areas and replacing them with sod. I am extremely proud of our talented team for handling this project while maintaining the course’s condition through the extreme heat.
As we continue the growth process, establishing a healthy root system and turf coverage, we plan to raise the heights on all warm-season grasses by the end of fall to protect the turf during the winter months. Additional steps, including amendments and fungicide applications, are being taken to safeguard the plants. Winter desiccation affected several golf courses in North Alabama and Tennessee, and we are hopeful we won’t have to go through this process again.
I appreciate everyone’s patience and understanding as we work through these improvements. We look forward to an even better season next year.
Regards,
Jim Howell Director of Agronomy
UPDATE FROM
Rob Clark, Director of Golf/General Manager
As fall approaches, I’m excited about our plans and progress this year. Despite some challenges, our team is united and ready to finish strong.
The golf course renovations are complete, and we’re hoping for good weather to help the new sod establish. Kudos to our Agronomy team for their exceptional work as they have installed nearly 20 truckloads of sod while maintaining superb playing conditions.
Our Culinary Staff has risen to the challenge with remarkable creativity and enthusiasm. We are hopeful that the Executive Chef position will be filled soon. It has been a unique experience for me, a golf professional by training, to navigate the hiring process for such a crucial role at our club. I am confident that our thorough process will lead us to the best candidate for our club.
With the pool season winding down, I want to extend my appreciation to Pam, Madi, and their team for all of their hard work. We’ve made significant progress this year and are already looking forward to making next season even better.
Golf remains strong under Jordan’s leadership. His team has achieved impressive results, and it’s not too late to get involved. Contact the golf shop if you’re interested.
Our Golf Membership is full with a wait-list, reflecting the positive direction we’re heading. We’re committed to continuous improvement and believe our best days are ahead. It’s gratifying to hear positive feedback from members of other clubs. We aim to provide the best experience for those who are with us.
Regards,
Rob Clark Director of Golf/General Manager
THE LEDGES 24th ANNU -
Club Championship
Thank you to all who made this year’s Club Championship such a success. Congratulations to all of our winners: Club Champion- Morgan Slaton, Senior Club Champion - Bland Warren, Super Senior Club Champion - Dr. Bill Salter, and our Ladies Club Champions - Tina Fraser.
2024 Club Champion: Morgan Slaton
UPDATE FROM
Jordan DeBonis, Head Golf Professional
This golf season has been nothing short of remarkable. We’ve experienced a record amount of play, thanks in large part to the dedication and hard work of our agronomy staff. Their efforts in overcoming last year’s severe winter challenges have restored our course to its pristine playing conditions.
We have several exciting events lined up for the remainder of the season. Spaces are limited. So, we encourage you to sign up promptly to secure your spot before they fill up!
Our clinics for ladies and junior golfers have been a resounding success, fostering skill development and camaraderie. It’s been inspiring to see significant improvements in everyone’s game and to witness new friendships forming, making each round of golf even more enjoyable.
In addition to these successes, our merchandise offerings have thrived, especially with our new line from Greyson. Holderness and Bourne, our hottest-selling line, stands out for its commitment to quality and precision. We invite you to stay connected through our social media channels and Golf Genius online shop, where we regularly introduce new products.
Just a friendly reminder of our guest play policy: Members can bring up to three guests Tuesday - Thursday. Members can bring guests after 1:30 PM on Fridays. Saturdays, members can bring guests after 12:00 p.m. There is no guest play on Sundays. We hope to see you on the course this fall, enjoying the best weather conditions.
All the best,
Jordan DeBonis Head Golf Professional
FALL MEMBER GUEST
October 10-11
Join us for the Fall Member Guest Tournament at The Ledges! Enjoy perfect autumn weather and top-notch course conditions. Members can invite up to three guests or pair with another member and their guests for a team of four. Dinner follows Thursday’s play, with lunch and awards after Friday’s round.
Entry: $1,000 per team
LADIES MEMBER GUEST
September 14
Ladies! This special invitation is exclusively crafted for you. We invite you to assemble a unique and dynamic four-person member-guest team for an exhilarating scramble event. Kick off the day with a delightful brunch before play, and cap off the excitement with a dinner after play.
Entry: $150 per player
NINE, WINE, & DINE
September 20 | October 4
Join us for our “Par 3 Scramble,” and “Team Scramble.” Enjoy an atmosphere full of socializing, golf, and great food. Tee off for nine holes of relaxing golf and wrap up the evening with a great dinner with even better company. Please, contact the Pro-Shop to sign up.
$60 per couple | $100 for guests
UPDATE FROM
David Lux, Director of Food and Beverage
Calling All Wine Enthusiasts!
I am excited to share a wonderful program available to our members here at The Ledges: the Vintner’s Club. If you are a wine lover, this club is a must-join! As a Vintner’s Club member, you no longer need to shop for wine at the grocery store. You can purchase your favorite wines, or explore new ones, directly through the club at unbeatable prices.
We also offer wine locker storage for those who wish to store wines at the club for dining enjoyment. Wine lockers are available for $200 annually. If you are a Vintner’s Club member and have a wine locker, we offer a discounted bundle pricing of $400.
Feel free to reach out if you have any questions about wine, need recommendations for new wines to try, or are looking for perfect pairings while dining with us. The service team and I always enjoy helping make your dining experience memorable.
If you are interested in joining, please contact me by phone at 256.883.0860 or via email at dlux@theledges.com. You can also let any of our service team members know, and they will ensure you are enrolled. If you sign up while dining at the club, you will immediately benefit from the discounted pricing on wine bottles ordered.
Thank you for your continued support of the club. I look forward to seeing many of you at The Ledges soon.
Cheers, Dave Lux Director of Food & Beverage
Vintners Club THE
WINE CLUB BENEFITS
Cost: $250 annually, with prorated initial payment based on your joining month.
Benefits:
- Purchase wine directly through the club anytime with steeply discounted pricing.
- Receive a 25% discount on any bottle purchased off our wine list while dining at the club.
- Enjoy free wine tastings on the first Tuesday of every month—an excellent way to discover new wines and meet fellow enthusiasts.
- Access discounted pricing on wines at wine events (Tastings, Wine Dinners, Food/Wine Expo, Somm Series).
CALENDAR
September 1, 10AM-2PM Sunday Brunch Buffet
September 2, Labor Day
Breakfast: 7-11AM
Poolside Cookout: 11AM-3PM
Clubhouse Lunch Specials: 11AM-5PM
Pool Closes for Season: 6PM
September 3, 6:00PM
Wine Tasting
September 3 Course Closed
September 5, 6:00PM Live Music on the Terrace
September 5, 6:30PM Scotch Tasting
September 12, 6:00PM Live Music on the Terrace
September 13, 5:30PM
Steak & Seafood Night
September 14
Ladies Member Guest
September 18, 6:30PM Somm Series: Syrah from around the World
September 19, 6:00PM Live Music on the Terrace
September 19, 6:30PM Bourbon Tasting
September 20, 3:00PM Start Nine, Wine and Dine
September 20, 6:30PM Blues, Brews, & BBQ
September 26, 6:00PM Live Music on the Terrace
September 27, 5:30PM Steak & Seafood Night
October 1, 6:00PM Wine Tasting
October 3, 6:30PM Scotch Tasting
October 4, 3:00PM Start Nine, Wine, & Dine
October 6, 10AM-2PM Sunday Brunch Buffet
October 10-11 Fall Member Guest
October 11, 5:30PM Steak & Seafood Night
October 16, 6:30PM Dinner on the Titanic
October 24, 6:30PM Bourbon Tasting
October 25, 5:30PM Steak & Seafood Night
October 27, 10AM-2PM Pumpkins & Pancakes Brunch
October 31, 6:30PM Masquerade Cocktail Party
October 31, 4-6:30PM Clubhouse Halloween Specials
All events have a 72-Hour Cancellation Policy. Any cancellations or changes to the party sizes must be made before 72-hours prior to an event.
