President’s Message In light of the cold winter weather we are currently experiencing here in Regina, any prospect of playing golf at the Wascana in the near future seems quite remote. I am advised, however, that a number of Members are sharpening their game in the meantime by taking advantage of the indoor hitting nets and flightscope technology introduced downstairs in the clubhouse. For those members who are not planning to go south in the next couple of months, this is a new program offering at the Club that you might want to consider. As President, I want to extend a warm welcome Grady Schuett, our new Clubhouse and Restaurants Manager, and Chad Fawcett, our Assistant Superintendent. A brief resume for each of these two new employees is provided in this edition of the Chronicle to demonstrate the depth of skills and experience that they bring to their respective roles at the Wascana. It is interesting to note that both Grady and Chad were junior members at the Club and bring this added dimension with them. I have had an opportunity to meet with Grady and was most impressed with his new ideas and plans. There have some changes to the composition of the board of directors in the last couple of months, following the resignations of Mike Monea and John Hill. In both cases, these resignations were due to pressure of work in the office. I want to take this opportunity to thank both Mike and John for their valued contribution to the Club, and to state that both would be welcomed back as candidates for election to the board whenever time pressures permit. These recent resignations have increased the importance of the work of the Nominations Committee, whose report was transmitted to all Shareholder Members last week identifying the two candidates nominated. In view of the level of interest that appears to be evident in serving on the board, I should draw to the attention of all Shareholder Members that further nominations for the board can still be made in accordance with the Club’s Bylaws by March 15. At our most recent board meeting on February 19, 2014, the Board approved the Club’s audited financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2013 and these will be included in the notice to be issued to you shortly of the Annual General Meeting to be held commencing at 7.00 p.m. on Monday April 28. I look forward to this opportunity to review and discuss the Club’s operations and plans. John Aitken, President
March 2014 Hours of Operation 2 Annual Dues
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Member’s Roster & Handbook
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Clubhouse Lockers 3 Tentative Spike Lounge Opening Date
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Saddlebrook Resort 3 Draw News from the Golf Shop
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Upcoming WCC Events
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Monday Tournament Openings
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General Manager’s 6 Operational Update Welcome to Grady Schuett
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Welcome to Chad Fawcett
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Calendar
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March Hours of Operation Administration Office:
9:00AM-4:00PM
Monday-Friday
Golf Shop:
9:00AM-5:00PM
Monday-Saturday
Catering Office:
9:00AM-4:00PM
Monday-Friday
2014 Annual Dues Just a friendly reminder that the Annual Dues for the 2014 season are due by March 15th, 2013. If you have any questions please contact Maija Salmon at 306.586.5666 ext. 221 or maija@wascanacountryclub.com
Membership Roster Book The Club’s Administration is currently working on assembling the 2014 Membership Roster Book and request any personal information changes from the Membership Directory be submitted no later than March 21st, 2013. If a notification of any changes is not received, the information that is in the 2013 Membership Roster Book will be used. Please forward any information changes to Maija Salmon, Executive Assistant at maija@wascanacountryclub.com or 306.586.5666 ext. 221
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If you have any issues or questions regarding the assigned lockers in the locker rooms please contact Maija Salmon at 306.586.5666 ext. 221 or maija@wascanacountryclub.com.
Spike Lounge Opening Subject to weather it is our intention to open the Spike Lounge in early April. Tasting Menus are currently being prepared. Please watch for official opening dates and times in future correspondence.
Saddlebrook Resort Draw Tickets are still available to enter to win a trip for two to the Saddlebrook Resort in Wesley Chapel, Florida. The full trip details are available on the News & Updates page under the Communications menu option on the website. 1 Ticket for $25 or 5 Tickets for $100 All Proceeds Go Towards the 2014 Junior Golf Program Entry Deadline: Friday, February 28th @ 4PM Contact Dean Manz at 306.584.1377 or dean@wascanacountryclub.com
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News from the Golf Shop New Taylor Made Equipment Jet Speed & SLDR Drivers & Fairway Woods (Men’s, Ladies, & Senior)
New Adams Golf Sets Clubs and Bag Included Starting at $1099.00
NEW Men’s Hugo Boss Arrivals T-shirts, golf polos, and outerwear pieces
MENS SAXX Underwear Purchase 6 pairs receive 1 free
Corporate Merchandise Any brand you want at the best price! Let the Professional Staff quote you on any corporate apparel!
Corporate Golf Ball Branding Get your logo put onto golf balls. Great for promotional purposes! BEST PRICES GUARANTEED!!
Indoor Hitting Nets with Flightscope Technology Open Monday-Saturday 9AM-5PM Try the new golf clubs for the upcoming year
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Upcoming WCC Events Easter Brunch & Supper Sunday, April 20th 11AM & 5PM
Administrative Professionals Luncheon Wednesday, April 23rd 11:30AM
Members Open House Sunday, April 27th 1:00PM-3:00PM
Annual General Meeting Monday, April 28th 7:00PM All shareholder members are welcome and encouraged to attend
Monday Tournament Openings There are currently two available openings for Monday Tournaments bookings. Please note, there is a minimum requirement of 120 players. The following dates are available: Monday, June 2nd, 2014 Monday, August 25th, 2014 Please contact Dean Manz, Head Golf Professional at 306.584.1377 or dean@wascanacountryclub.com
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General Manager Operational Update Food and Beverage Department Organizational Change In the ongoing effort to enhance our Food and Beverage department including the service and services provided we have undertaken what I believe is an essential and important strategic move. Leah Christie has been moved in the organization to manage specifically all catering and events. These are largely the events and weddings that take place in the banquet rooms upstairs in the clubhouse. Club strategic plans call for growth in this area and as such I have appointed a dedicated staff member to head up this area. Leah will continue to report to myself. Grady Schuett has been hired to take on the new position of Clubhouse/Restaurants Manager. His duties will include the day to day management of the Spike Lounge and Courtyard. Grady is well aware of the importance I am placing on the Spike to achieve improved member service and overall experience. Grady will report directly to me. General Manager Greg Dukart
Catering & Events Manager Leah Christie
Clubhouse & Restaurants Manager Grady Schuett
Catering & Events Assistant Gemma Wyspianski
Bartenders
Banqueting Servers
Lounge Servers
Express/ Courtyard Servers
Grille Servers
Finally I am pleased to report that there was a significant improvement in the food and beverage bottom line in 2013. (will be reported in the 2013 Audited Financial Statements) I am confident that the noted organizational chart changes will continue to improve our operations and strive towards our objective to provide great experiences for all members and guests. New for 2014 - Important Policy Change to Spike Lounge & Courtyard Gratuity After reviewing this situation for several years please note that the mandatory 13 % service charge or gratuity is being eliminated. All returning and new Spike and Courtyard wait staff have been hired noting this change in policy. We are hopeful that this policy change will provide further motivation by our staff to improve service. Members will be expected to award servers appropriately for good service. Please note, in order for appropriate administration of this new policy members will be required to sign all chits. Any unsigned chits will be subject to a 15 % gratuity charge. Greg N. Dukart, General Manager
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Welcome to Grady Schuett As a new golf season approaches I am eager to greet all of the Wascana Country Club’s members, families, and guests; and welcome them to a rejuvenated Spike Lounge and clubhouse. During my twenty plus years in the hospitality industry I have had the great fortune of working with and learning from some of the most respected restaurant franchisees, chefs, and management teams, and hope to bring that knowledge and enthusiasm to my new position of Clubhouse and Restaurants Manager. I believe the new menus and specials, combined with an intensified commitment to our service level and product knowledge will entice you to gather and enjoy an array of new products making The Spike Lounge a destination through the entire 2014 golf season. I am confident by adding specific new amenities in the locker rooms and through the club house will also enhance your experience as members. I hope my years of being a junior member here will contribute to building one of the best food and beverage programs in the province, while continuing to maintain and honour the tradition and vast history of the club. Cheers, Grady Schuett, Clubhouse and Restaurants Manager
Welcome to Chad Fawcett I am very excited on becoming the Assistant Superintendent at the Wascana Golf Club. The Wascana has always held a special place in my heart, as it is the golf course that introduced me to this wonderful game. I was a junior member for the majority of my younger years here until I made the decision to make the golf industry my career. I began my career at Heritage Pointe Golf Club in Calgary, Alberta as the irrigation foreman for three seasons. During this time I enrolled in the Turfgrass Management Program at Olds College. I received my diploma in the spring of 2011 and have just recently completed the Applied Science Degree program majoring in Golf Course Management. Following my time at Heritage Pointe I accepted an Assistant Superintendent position at The Rock Golf Club in Muskoka, Ontario. After three very successful seasons at The Rock, the urge of bringing the skills and knowledge I attained during this time back to my hometown was the only thing I could think about. I feel very fortunate on becoming the Assistant Superintendent here and am looking forward to an incredible golf season. Chad Fawcett, Assistant Superintendent
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