October-December | 2019
FALL HARVEST PARTY | October 26
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NEW MEMBER WEEKEND | Nov 8-9
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Fall Harvest Party • OCTOBER 26 • Gather with your friends and share stories from the summer. This year’s party features a special ‘Ocean to Table’ menu on the River House porch with live music by Matt Eckstine.
New Members Welcome Weekend
NOVEMBER 8-9 •
All members, new and seasoned, are invited for a weekend dedicated to the warm and embracing spirit of Spring Island, culminating in the New Member Welcome Party at the Equestrian Barn on Saturday, November 9.
Thanksgiving Week • NOVEMBER 27-30 • Continue the tradition with a full week of events designed for family and fellowship.
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Please join us in offering a warm welcome to your newest neighbors. We’re thrilled to have you here!
Adam & Sharon Christmann, 214 Spring Island Drive •
joined July 2019 Adam & Sharon moved to the Lowcountry in 2009, although they enjoyed their house in Long Cove for 25 years on a part time basis. Some people have a “bucket list” of climbing mountains, or special travels. We have been watching and waiting for Spring Island to come full circle to us and we are thankful to have our dream come to fruition. Adam has turned his wife into a passionate golfer, we both are nature lovers, and more importantly, this special island will be our peace and serenity for our twilight years to come.
Terry & Belinda Ezell,
17 Little Neck Crossing • joined June 2019
Terry and Belinda first met in the Emergency Room at the Medical College of Georgia in September 1990. Terry was a first-year Urology intern, and Belinda was an ER nurse at MCG. Terry’s 3rd month was his ER rotation, and he immediately began to query others if Belinda was dating anyone. Their first date was over a wager regarding the 1990 Clemson/ Georgia football game. Clemson won, and Belinda had to pay the restaurant bill on their first date! In spite of Terry’s poor judgment regarding the dinner bill, Belinda married him anyway in January 1993. After completing their Urology residency in June 1995, they joined Carolina Urology Center and settled in Rock Hill, SC. Their first son, Seth, was born in 1996, and their second son, Noah, was born in 1998. Belinda has a love for learning, holding several degrees including: B.S. RN from MCG, Masters of Clinical Social Work from USC, and a Master of Divinity in Biblical Counseling degree from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. Belinda is presently counseling women through the York Baptist Association in Rock Hill. Terry has been practicing Urology for 25 years with Carolina Urology Partners, with specialization in prostate cancer. Belinda enjoys walking in the local park, and she is beginning to re-kindle her love of horses. Terry was once quite successful in competitive amateur golf, including winning the 1989 and 1998 Carolinas Amateur Championship. Terry was first introduced to Spring Island, and Old Tabby Links, at the 1994 Carolinas Mid-Amateur Championship, in which he finished tied for 2nd. When Belinda discovered the Spring Island website earlier this spring, she asked Terry if he was familiar with Spring Island. His response was overwhelmingly in favor of a visit to the Island ASAP! The rest is history, as they say. They bought their lot on Little Neck Crossing at the initial visit. They are very excited about their property at Spring Island, and they plan to start construction on their vacation home in 1-2 years.
Ted & Judy Howells,
27 Little Neck Crossing • joined August 2019 Judy and Ted are relocating to the East Coast after 28 years in Pacific Palisades, CA. Prior to California, they lived in Montclair NJ. They spend their summers on Martha’s Vineyard, MA. Both are originally from Bethlehem, PA and they have two grown sons and three granddaughters. Judy worked in the field of art education and is now a professional artist, exhibiting in galleries on both coasts. She is looking forward to the completion of the art barn and making new friends in the art community at Spring Island. Ted is a former chief financial officer in the entertainment industry. A Vietnam veteran, he has worked with veterans in need for over 20 years, both as a board member and officer in several organizations. Both are long-time environmentalists, starting in the early 1970’s, and are excited about all that the Spring Island Trust has to offer.
Don & Joyce Sipple,
6 Pinckney Point • joined June 2019
Don and Joyce are delighted to be part of the Spring Island community. Don is originally from Palos Verdes, CA; Joyce is originally from St. Louis, Missouri. Don’s work has and continues to focus on national and international, corporate and political clients - developing their strategies, positioning and messaging. Joyce, a writer/producer in both the broadcast and advertising industries. Their son, Fletcher is 26 years old, and is a research analyst covering the energy sector for Stephen’s, Inc.
Greg & Wendy Vezzosi,
10 Shrimp Pond Circle • joined August 2019 Greg and Wendy have been searching for their retirement home for the past 3 years and fell in love with the Spring Island philosophy of nature first. They have moved from Minneapolis, MN but have lived in 7 other states. Greg’s roots are in NJ and Wendy is from Puerto Rico. They have 3 young adult children who they hope will visit often. Their favorite vacations are hiking and skiing and they are looking forward to all the outdoor amenities Spring Island has to offer. Until their home is completed, they are residing in Beaufort but plan to spend as much time as possible enjoying the community.
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About the SIT NATIVE PLANT PROJECT • How to Volunteer The Spring Island Trust Native Plant Project (NPP) was established in the spring of 2009. The goals of the Project are to preserve and propagate plants that are indigenous to Spring Island and the region, to increase the availability of native plants through regular plant sales, and to provide education for Spring Island members and others about native plants and how to grow them. No experience is required if you’re interested in getting involved in the Native Plant Project! Activities range from potting to taking inventory/monitoring in the nursery. You’ll get acquainted with other members and learn about gardening with native plants.
NATIVE PLANT SALE
If you are interested in the SITNPP please contact one of the team members: Linda Temte, Nancy Conde, Susan Leister, Judi MacGlashin, Cindy Rich, Gaylynn Golden, Michelle Borzillo, Annie Judd, or Mary Jean Morawetz. Spring Island members can purchase plants anytime. The next sale open to the public will be October 12 and volunteers are needed to help.
(open to the public)
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 12 9:00 AM—11:30 AM
For more information: npp.springislandtrust.org
UPCOMING EVENTS WITH THE TRUST Join us for TRUST TALKS on Thursday evenings at the Summer House beginning October 3. These 45-minute presentations feature a wide array of speakers from across the country on topics including history, science, health, and art. Cocktails begin at 5:30 pm and the programs start at 6:00 pm. Check the Trust weekly eblasts or the online calendar for lecture titles and presenter bios.
SPRING ISLAND TRUST SOCIALS | October 28 and November 4 All members are invited to join the Trust staff and the board at one of our fall Trust socials celebrating the important work of the Trust. Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres provided. SPOOKY ANIMALS OF SPRING ISLAND | October 31 Celebrate Halloween with some creepy creatures at the Nature Center! LOWCOUNTRY CRUSTACEANS | November 8 Learn how to catch your own shrimp and crabs and then enjoy the harvest afterwards. OWNERS’ MARKET | November 30 A full day of activities, fun, and shopping for all ages – an annual Spring Island tradition! CHRISTMAS BIRD COUNT | December 17 This island-wide citizen science survey is part of the Audubon Society’s national Christmas Bird Count. No need to be an expert birder! We will form teams with birders of different experience levels.
New Species Found on Spring Island Over the summer, college intern Collen Goff found a very small insect on some sweetgrass. After careful analysis, and the help of entomologists Dwight Williams and Merle Shepherd and some of their international colleagues it was identified as a new species of hyper parasitoid wasp. It just goes to show that not all the new species waiting to be discovered are in the tropics…some of them are right here on Spring Island!
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GROUP TRAIL RIDES Our trail rides continue through the fall and winter with a different excursion each time. Ride your own horse or rent one from the Barn. It’s a great way to enjoy the island! Equestrian Barn | 843-987-4102, sistable@springisland.com
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 4 | 4:00 pm FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1 | 4:00 pm FRIDAY, DECEMBER 6 | 3:00 pm
“THE GAME OF KINGS” AT ROSE HILL SUNDAY, OCTOBER 27 2:30 pm Match • Gates open at 12:30 pm (with early admission for Spring Island ticket holders) A new tradition has taken off in leaps and bounds. Spring Island has participated with a tent at the annual Rose Hill Polo match for the last 3 years. This is not your typical tailgate! In fact, Spring Island won 1st Place for Best Tent in 2018 and 2017, judged on display, food and beverage—and most enthusiastic crowd. Join us this year in making it bigger and better! We have a larger tent to accommodate a greater crowd and have a few fun activities planned. Your ticket for admission comes with your online registration through the Spring Island website.
Polo 4 Heroes is a Lowcountry Charity Event supporting local military and first responders. All of the net proceeds will benefit the 200 Club and the Lowcountry Foundation for Wounded Military Heroes, and their mission to support the needs of our men and women in uniform. For more, visit www.Polo4Heroes.com.
RETREAT TO HITCHCOCK WOODS Hurricane Dorian was not all drama for Spring Island Equestrian. On Thursday September 5, members and employees were fortunate enough to find some time to take a trail ride in the Hitchcock Woods in Aiken, SC. Hitchcock Woods is one of the largest urban forests in the US with 2,100 acres of forested land and 65 miles of trails open to equestrians, hikers and dogs. There are a number of jumps for use along the trails and Aiken Hounds uses the area for hunts in the fall.
Splitting into 2 groups, 7 horses and riders started at the Dibble Road entrance and spent 2.5 hours exploring the longleaf pine woods. Elevation varies quite a bit there and while they could have stayed on relatively flat land, one group decided to head to the hills. The horses did a great job of going up and down hills and navigating over both wide and narrow trails as well as going over small downed trees. They covered over 7 miles and the equivalent of 33 flights of stairs. Even with one group getting a little lost while riding in what amounted to circles within circles, they had a marvelous time and showed some of our younger equestrians how to read a map from horseback. When all was said and done everyone found their way back to the trailer safe and sound. Spring Island Equestrian Center will be planning another trip to Hitchcock Woods as well as more beach rides at Hunting Island State Park later this year. Send Deryle an email or call the Barn to save your spot! dduncan@springisland.com | 843-987-4102
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A SALTY CROP—HARVEST IN THE RIVER Here’s a novel and genius idea: why not grow our own oysters on Spring Island? The idea germinated when some folks went on a Trust tour to the Lady’s Island Oyster Company, the source for Chef Jeremy’s local oyster dishes. They came back with the suggestion that we should try doing something like this here, and since it was food related and akin to farming, Porter Galloway and Jim Basara dove in. They then spoke with Chris Marsh, just to make sure there weren't going to be any unforeseen issues. Chris stated that he's been wanting to try this for some time. The final hurdle was finding a place to do it and Mike Broomfield stepped right up with some dock space on the Chechessee. This first round of experimentation starts with 6 cages—2 of which are now in the water—with the capacity to raise about 2,000 oysters from seedlings to 3-inch selects. The whole process will be explained through a new discussion page on the Spring Island Local Connection website with the hope that others will get interested as well and grow their own oysters. Spring Islanders know the powerhouse water purifiers that oysters are. The more oyster farming the better, from a clean water point of view.
It's going to be a really interesting journey raising them. Follow along, ask questions, and the new “oyster gardeners” will do their best to answer them. https://www.springislandconnection.com/local/topics/85 https://www.facebook.com/pg/springislandoysters/
Spring Island’s GREEN APRON NEED HELP WITH DINNER? WE HAVE YOU COVERED! Chef Jeremy's popular dinners to-go return in the fall with dinners such as Chicken Marsala, Steak Enchiladas, Salmon Cakes. Entrees change up every 2 weeks. Meal includes Fresh Bread and a Garden or Caesar Salad for $16 per person. Menus will be posted on the home page of the Member website each week.
MEMBERS PANTRY *NEW ITEMS* The Pantry has been a bit hit since its debut last year. We continue to add more items to make grab-and-go a convenient option for Spring Island residents and guests. Forgot breakfast? Or last-minute guests coming over? Come by the Pantry!
Premium Sliced Meats and Artisan Cheeses
SOUS VIDE BACON, EGG & CHEESE
6 eggs ½ cup grated cheese (your favorite) ¼ cup ricotta cheese ¼ cup crumbled cooked bacon or pancetta Salt and black pepper to taste
Sous Vide Egg Bites
Heat & Serve Entrees for 2
Take & Bake Pizza Tuesdays—12” pies in a variety of flavors Whip up these individual breakfast jars for house guests– and invite them to make up their own variation. Great for all ages! - Chef Jeremy Halker Set immersion circulator to 170ᵒ. In a bowl whisk eggs, cheeses, bacon bits, salt and pepper until smooth. Divide the egg mixture evenly between (6) 4-oz canning jars with two-part screw-on lids. Attach two-part lids and close to fingertip tightness. Vacuum seal in chamber style sealer with no BAG. Place directly in water bath for 50 minutes. Enjoy!
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SOCIAL & DINING EVENTS Reservations Online or call 843-987-2044
Welcome, Fall WINE DINNER: BURGUNDY—waitlist Friday, October 4 • 6:00 pm • River House Oak Room Five-course dinner with pairings by Steve Pignatiello of R. Comm.
FALL HARVEST PARTY: OCEAN TO TABLE
‘Tis the Season VENISON APPRECIATION NIGHT Monday, December 2 • 6:00 pm • River House Replaces a la carte dining.
WINE DINNER: RED VS. WHITE—waitlist
Saturday, October 26 • 6:00 pm • River House Patio & Lawn Live Entertainment by Matt Eckstine.
Wednesday, December 4 • 6:00 pm • River House Oak Room
NEW MEMBER WELCOME PARTY
Saturday, December 7 • 6:00 pm • Gathering Room
TREE LIGHTING & COOKIE EXCHANGE
Saturday, November 9 • 6:00 pm • Equestrian Barn A celebration of the Walker Days.
UGLY SWEATER SOCIAL
VETERANS DAY LUNCH
CHRISTMAS EVE DINNER TO GO
Sunday, November 10 • 11:00 am—3:00 pm • Golf House A thank-you to those who have served our country, veterans and active duty military personnel are invited to enjoy a complimentary lunch entrée. Reservations not required.
WINE DINNER: ITALY—waitlist Monday, November 11 • 6:00 pm • River House Oak Room Five-course dinner with local Italian boutique importer.
Friday, December 13 • 6:00 pm • Gathering Room Tuesday, December 24 Chef Jeremy's festive catering menu for your guests and family. Pick up from the River House at 11:00 am. No a la carte dinner service December 24. All dining closed on December 25.
NEW YEAR'S EVE PARTY Tuesday, December 31 • 6:30 pm • River House Live music and dancing to ring in 2020. Replaces a la carte dining.
Thanksgiving Week TURKEY TO GO Wednesday, November 27 Leave the turkey work to us! Full packages and a la carte offerings with reheat instructions. Pick up from River House at 11:00 am.
TRADITIONAL THANKSGIVING BUFFET Thursday, November 28 • River House Three seatings available | 12:30 pm, 1:00 pm, 1:30 pm Replaces a la carte dining. Golf House turn window open 9:00 am—4:00 pm.
OYSTER ROAST Friday, November 29 • 6:00 pm • Trust Barn Replaces a la carte dining.
OWNERS MARKET & COOKOUT Saturday, November 30 Lunch 11:30 am—1:30 pm • Trust Barn
DINING TRADITIONS FRIED CHICKEN NIGHTS Golf House • 6:00 pm—8:00 pm Sunday, October 20 Sunday, November 10 Sunday, December 1 and 22 Replaces a la carte dining. Whole 30 entrée and grilled chicken available.
PRIME RIB NIGHT Mondays at the Golf House • 6:00 pm—8:00 pm 10-oz Queen Cut or 14-oz King Cut Regular a la carte menu available.
PRIX FIXE DINNERS Offered on Thursday Trust Talks nights, 3-course menus with choice of entrée will be served in place of a la carte.
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ART & SOUL: Feed Your Creativity All workshops are held in the Art Barn studios unless noted. Workshops are dependent upon a minimum number of participants. Details and pricing are posted for each event on the Club Calendar. Please register online to insure a space in the workshop of your choice. Visit the Spring Island website under Arts & Lifestyle for complete information and new listings for Workshops, Art Talks, Artist Receptions and Creative Groups News. If a class is wait listed, please do not hesitate to contact Pam Brickell to be put on the list.
FALL 2019 WORKSHOPS October
Dan Burkholder
Pam Brickell • 843-987-3403, pbrickell@springisland.com
SKETCHING HOUR • Pam Brickell October 10 | location to be posted in Weekly PERSPECTIVE FOR PAINTING • Lind Hollingsworth
November THE EXQUISITE IPHONE LANDSCAPE • Dan Burkholder November 4, 5, 7, 8 | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm | Art Barn / Studio B
Pokey Park
October 29-30
SKETCHING HOUR • Pam Brickell November 14 | location to be posted in Weekly ARTIST IN RESIDENCE • POKEY PARK, Sculpture November 11-15 | Demonstration, Reception, and Trust Talk BOTANICAL PRINTMAKING • Cleta Grant November 13-14 | 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
HYPERTUFA CLASS • John Grady Burns – wait list November 18, 20, 22 | 9:00 am - 12:00 pm | Bonny Shore Gazebo BEGINNER FLORAL DESIGN • John Grady Burns – wait list November 19, 21 | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm | Art Barn / Studio B
Cleta Grant
optional half day on November 15 from 1:00 – 4:00 pm
December LARGE ANIMAL CERAMICS WORKSHOP • Alison Palmer – wait list December 3-6 | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm | Art Barn / Studio B
SKETCHING HOUR • Pam Brickell December 17 | location to be posted in Weekly In addition to the listings below, watch for new offerings in the Weekly and website for: - SPRINGBOARD INTO ACRYLICS class offerings with PEGGY MURPHY - MEMBER TEACHING MEMBER classes
Ana Lisa Hedstrom
ARTIST IN RESIDENCE • ANA LISA HEDSTROM, Fiber Arts December 9-13 | Demonstration, Reception, and Trust Talk
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Performing Arts After an incredible season of sold-out performances, be sure to sign up in advance for our Fall 2019 shows, all available for registration on the online Club Calendar.
MONDAY, OCTOBER 21 | The Boxers 8:00 pm, Summer House
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1 | Soprano & Piano 5:30 pm, Symington House
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 6 | Dance! Dance! Dance! The Unusual Suspects Spring Island’s own house band is back for homegrown entertainment. 8:00 pm, Summer House
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15 | The Sicilian Tenors 8:00 pm, Summer House
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 30 | 1964 ‘the Beatles’ 8:00 pm, Summer House
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 11 | Voice of the Lowcountry: Dr. Marlena Smalls 8:00 pm, Summer House
MONDAY, DECEMBER 16 | Traditional Christmas Carols 5:30 pm, Symington House Usher in the holiday spirit with this annual tradition: an evening of carols ’round the piano. Special dinners are offered on the evening of each concert to make a great night out. Menus posted on the Club Calendar.
SPRING 2020 WORKSHOPS January ARTIST IN RESIDENCE • PIPPEN FRISBIE CALDER, Printmaking January 3-10 | Demonstration, Reception
COLOR CLASS (BEGINNER) • James Nelson Lewis January 14 | 10:00 am—3:00 pm
COLOR CLASS (INTERMEDIATE) • James Nelson Lewis Pippen Frisbie Calder
Be ready for the Member Teaching Member Draw-a-Thon! February will be a month filled with engaging instructors sharing their talents in the mediums of graphic, charcoal, and ink. (Stay tuned for more)
March
January 16 | 10:00 am—3:00 pm
3-DAY WOOD CARVING • Stan Peterson - wait list
2-DAY CARDMAKING CLASS • Joan Schmaltz
March 3, 5, 6 | 9:00 am—4:00 pm
January 21-22 | 9:00 am—12:00 pm No experience needed; beautiful cards and tags to bring home.
2-DAY OIL PAINTING (BEGINNER) • Peggy Ellis – wait list January 27-28 | 9:00 am—3:30 pm
2-DAY OIL PAINTING (INTERMEDIATE) • Peggy Ellis – wait list James Nelson-Lewis
February
January 27-28 | 9:00 am—3:30 pm
No experience needed.
4-DAY WATERCOLOR • Shari Blaukopf March 9, 10, 12, 13 | 9:00 am—4:00 pm For experienced watercolor artists.
April & May
Posted on website calendar.
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UPCOMING EVENTS ON OLD TABBY LINKS Contact the Golf Shop to register and to fill out an entry form where applicable. 843-987-2013, otlgolfshop@springisland.com
STAG NIGHT
CAROLINA CUP
Monday, October 7 1:00 pm Shotgun | 4-person teams
Monday, November 4
Event includes prizes and a plated dinner with house wine at the Golf House following play.
CHAFFIN CUP MEMBER/MEMBER WOMEN • Wednesday & Thursday, October 23-24 MEN • Friday & Saturday, October 25-26 Don’t miss our kick-off event! The awards ceremony will be held after play at the start of the Fall Harvest Party at the River House on Saturday night. Download your entry forms online and return to the Golf Shop.
LADIES’ FALL LUNCHEON & SCRAMBLE Wednesday, October 30 Shotgun start at 10:00 am The format will be a 9-hole team scramble with lunch and a brief meeting following play with announcements for interclub and league match opportunities. Ladies are welcome to enjoy the luncheon festivities even if not participating in the scramble.
This year’s match for the annual interclub tournament against Yeamans Hall, Palmetto Golf Club and Kiawah Island Cassique will be held at Old Tabby Links. The format will include the first 13 Men and 4 Women to sign-up, plus 1 staff member. We invite you to play with us for the trophy!
TENGO Sunday, November 10 One of the best combos on the island: round robin tennis + 9 holes of golf. All are welcome for a fun competition and dinner.
MIXED MEMBER/MEMBER Friday, November 22 Come and enjoy this fun new event! Each team will be comprised of 1 male member and 1 female member. The competition will be an 18 hole better ball of the team and an overall winner will be determined by the lowest 18 hole net score. Shotgun start will be at 12:30 pm and enjoy our awards ceremony and dinner held at 6:00 pm in the Golf House.
TWILIGHT GOLF Monday, November 25 All are invited for a 9-hole scramble then dinner in the Golf House.
COUPLES GOLF Sunday, November 3 A fun round followed by dinner in the Golf House.
THANKSGIVING DAY SCRAMBLE Thursday, November 28 Plan to play a casual competition before (or after) the big feast.
THREE CLUB CHALLENGE Check our updated Golf Schedule throughout the year for more events on Old Tabby Links!
Thursday, December 5 For players of all abilities, players in this fun 9-hole event choose any three (3) clubs from their bag to play with during the competition. All players receive 100% of their handicap.
25TH ANNUAL PALMER CUP EAST/WEST CHALLENGE Monday, December 9 A day of great competition and fun as the West side of the island tries to even out the score against the East side of the island. The East currently leads the West 12-11.
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LADY GOLFERS Whether you are new to the game or a seasoned golfer, a great time to get on the course each week is Wednesday Ladies’ Day. The formats change weekly, from fun to challenging. The 18-holers tee off around 9:00 am with the 9-holers to follow. Sign up by the Tuesday prior and we will get you in the game! All Spring Island women are invited to join us on October 30 for the Ladies Fall Scramble and Lunch presented by the OTLWGA (Old Tabby Links Women’s Golf Association). It is a fun way to get out there on the course for very friendly competition followed by a delicious lunch, tee prizes and a trunk show to highlight some of the season’s latest fashions. All are welcome to the lunch even if you are unable to golf that day. Please call, email or stop by the Golf Shop with any questions or to sign up! 843-987-2013 | otlgolfshop@springisland.com
WEEKLY GOLF GROUPS Tuesday Men’s • 12:30 pm Sign up by 9:00 am on the day of play.
Wednesday Ladies’ • 9:00 am Sign up by 5:00 pm the evening prior.
Thursday Men’s • 9:00 am Sign up by 5:00 am the evening prior.
Saturday Blue Tee • 8:30 am Sign up by 5:00 pm the evening prior.
Member-Staff Golf Day 2019
Saturday Tabby/White Tee • 9:00 am
Big thanks to the crowd of over 30 members who played alongside just as many employees for a fun scramble game in August. It was a great experience for all!
Sign up by 5:00 pm the evening prior.
Not sure how to get started with a group or where you fit in? We’ll be glad to find your spot! 843-987-2013 | otlgolfshop@springisland.com
The staff wishes to thank the members for spending the afternoon and getting to know each other. You don't have to "win" to enjoy time with the Island family but kudos are due to First Place finishers: Mr. Dowd, Mr. Westerlund, and Douglas Gaddy
FOLDS OF HONOR
PATRIOT GOLF DAY 2019 Nearly 13 non-stop hours and 12 full rounds of golf later, Billy Sampson beat last year's completed holes by 1 strong finish: 216 in total. He only lost 9 golf balls, went through 3 gloves, and switched out 6 carts the whole day. As of September 10, an incredible $81,500 has been raised for Billy’s effort. It all came together in no small part because of the extraordinary support from Spring Island members. In particular, Peter Rood, Greg Saboeiro, and Jim Basara were enthusiastic Patriot Day forecaddies from sun-up to sundown helping Billy achieve his goals. Thank you all for your support!
Welcome to the Shop! We are looking forward to a fantastic fall season and invite you in to see all the shop has to offer. We will have merchandise from some new companies this season such as Zero Restriction and Daily Sports. We will also be showcasing some of our favorites like Donald Ross, Polo, Straight Down and Ibkul. Wendy Sampson | 843-987-2013 wsampson@springisland.com
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WICKET PLAY As we look forward to the near year Spring Island croquet is invigorated and continuing to progress with increased programming and event participation. Over the summer Spring Island hosted the first Coastal Croquet Club tournament and developed a new tradition of croquet events with Bishop Gadsden of Charleston, SC. Will Stenack, Croquet Director, continues to host a variety of weekly croquet games for all levels of play. All members are encouraged to come out and enjoy our social play. Will offers to provide a free lesson to all first-time players, so take advantage of the opportunity and enjoy a new, strategic and social game. Did we mention the first Wednesday on the month at 4:00 pm offers free wine with play?
WEEKLY WICKETS, beginning Nov 1 Monday & Friday, 1:00 pm Wednesday, 4:00 pm
CROQUET SOCIAL Sunday, 1:00 pm
FALL EVENTS Opening Day Croquet | November 1 Wicket Shot: Clays & Croquet | November 15
Spring Island team competes against Bishop Gadsden
CATCH OF THE ISLAND Practice your cast and try your luck in one of our upcoming fishing tourneys. Register online or call the Sports Complex at 843-987-2003.
THE HUNT FOR RED OCTOBER: REDFISH TOURNAMENT Monday, October 14 | 9:00 am
TROUT FISHING TOURNAMENT Edward Keppler pulls in the winning 42-inch red in 2018
Wednesday, November 13 | 8:00 am
MONTHLY FISHING SOCIALS Whether you know how to tie your own rig or aren’t yet comfortable with taking a fish off the hook, come learn the basics alongside our Outdoor Pursuits guides and other fishing friends during our monthly socials. Locations announced through the Sports Complex.
Ladies' | 1st Thursdays • 2:00 pm Men's | 2nd Wednesdays • 1:00 pm
DIRTY KNEES, RUSTY HOES, AND THE FRESHEST FARE Plans for the fall crop at Waterfall Farm are underway and soon you’ll see notices about the first thrilling Planting Parties. To join our enthusiastic crew of amateur farmers and to receive updates on the Farm, email Spring Island’s Duke of Dirt Jim Basara | jimbasara@gmail.com
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MEET THE PRO: Jonathan Watkins We are thrilled to offer instruction by Jonathan Watkins, PTR Tennis professional, who has served the Spring Island tennis community for 3 years. The ambitious Jonathan shares his time between the Lowcountry Tennis Center and Spring Island as well as owns his own contracting business. He is known in the Lowcountry as a highly effective tennis coach, coaching state championship teams at the high school and adult USTA levels: in 2015, his Hilton Head Preparatory girls’ team won the SC state championship, and in 2016 his men’s USTA team won both state and regional tournaments, advancing to nationals. He has served locally as Tournament Director for both adult and junior sanctioned tournaments. He also serves on the tournament committee for Bridge Bowl, a local charity tournament which raises funds for families who are in need for the holidays. Jonathan is an active competitor, participating in the Hilton Head Pro League, alongside teaching professionals and former tour players. He proudly shared the championship with his teammates in 2018. Though if you ask him, Jonathan’s proudest venture is his family: his beautiful wife, Martha, and his three children. Spring Island’s tennis community expresses great admiration for Jonathan, noting his exceptional teaching skills. Last fall, a group of members took part in a USTA Adult tournament at Fripp Island. The group—Kathryn and Casey West, Bill Crossman, Jim and Gaylynn Basara, Mary and Tim Bernard, and Porter Galloway—all competed in various divisions, hitting the courts for multiple matches. Kathryn West and Gaylynn Basara teamed up to bring home the Ladies 3.0 Championship. Jonathan supported the teams throughout the process, even showing up as a spectator to encourage the players between his own matches. (He and Greg Crosby, our pickleball professional, were finalists in their division.) This combination of skill and commitment to member experience is a unique find, and Spring Island holds this treasure. You can experience his commitment to our community and love for the game, as he is currently available for small group or private instruction. If you are new to tennis, returning to the game, or want to improve your skills, contact Jonathan at 843-263-1118 or jwatkinsx47@gmail.com.
TAKE IT TO THE NET Sign up for all clinics on the website calendar or call the Sports Complex. More programs coming soon. | 843-987-2003
TENNIS CLINICS Wednesdays, 10:00 am | DRILL & PLAY
OCTOBER 20
TENNIS OPENER ☀
Reinforce positive habits in a 1-hour fast-paced drill followed by a 30-minute game with feedback. Ranks 3.0-4.5.
NOVEMBER 10
Thursdays, 11:00 am | SKILLS & DRILLS FOR DOUBLES
TENGO
Add new strokes and dynamics tactics to your own game that are used on the professional level.
Sundays, 10:00 am | COMMUNITY TENNIS
TENNIS
+ GOLF
All-inclusive round robin style game for just good ol’ fashioned fun on the courts.
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WEEKLY WALK-UP TENNIS
DECEMBER 20
Games and play will be determined based on attendance. Courts #3 and #4 will be reserved. Bring your own tennis balls.
MONDAY | 3.0-3.5 level players | 9:00 am—11:00 am FRIDAY | 3.5-4.0 level players | 9:00 am—11:00 am
PICKLEBALL CLINICS Pre-registration encouraged; limited to 12 per session. Sports Complex | 843-987-2003
Wednesdays, 10:00 am | BEGINNER SKILLS & DRILLS For new and less experienced players, learn the rules and game strategy as well as the importance of positioning.
Friday, 10:00 am | SITUATIONS For the intermediate player, learn what to do and where to be on the court in many different situations.
COMMUNITY PICKLE PLAY FRIDAY | all levels | 8:00 am—10:00 am
TWILIGHT TENNIS
FIRST TUESDAYS:
INTRO TO PICKLEBALL 10:00 am—11:30 am Monthly skills seminar teaching the basic skills and strategy to build your game. Although it is designed to assist those new to the game, the information is great to refresh knowledge of players of all levels.
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THE QUAIL WALK: A Shooter’s Challenge Incorporated into the Spring Island sporting clays course is a new Quail Walk game. It uses 4 traps including the wobble trap. The shooter walks on the course with a loaded gun watching for clays to be released. The game is lot like hunting and is a great warm-up for quail and bird season. Quail hunters, our FITASC course is ready! This is an international form of sporting clays enjoyed around the world. We have 2 courses (parcours) using our 5 stand traps and we can implement 3 or 5 pegs (shooting positions). It is a terrific shotgun game that will challenge and is in the spirit of bird shooting. Let our sporting clays pros help with the easy rules so you can enjoy a new game. Sports Complex | 843-987-2003
Meet our Shooting Clays Pros: DENNIS & WICK Wick Warrick is a certified level 2 national sporting clays instructor. Wick joined Spring Island early this year. He began his career shooting shotguns and bird hunting in his early teens, traveling the world for sport. He has competed at several regional, national and world championships. Wick spent 15 years as an instructor at Sun Valley Gun Club ( Sun Valley Resort, ID). He loves to teach beginners, young folks, and ladies. Wick has even instructed individuals such as Lebron James, Tom Hanks and Chris Christi. He has an impressive ability to make individuals feel comfortable at all levels. No matter how familiar you are with the sport, we encourage you to make your way to the clay range and take a lesson from Wick. Dennis Paulette is an experienced shooting instructor who began his profession in 1976 at the Conservation Park in Richmond, VA where he remained a member for over 37 years. Throughout this time Dennis competed in many skeet, trap and pistol competitions. In 2012 Dennis retired to the Sun City community and began working at the Sporting Clay Range for Spring Island. Dennis is an NSSA Certified Skeet Instructor and is a member of Mossy Oak Gun Club, Beaufort Skeet & Trap Club, and the Forest City Gun Club. In 2014 Dennis began instructing the rookie skeet shooters enrolled in the Junior Scholastic Program at Forest City. By 2018 Dennis was the shooting instructor of back to back national champions. Dennis has helped develop the Forest City program to a top 4 program in the United Stated. Dennis is an asset to Spring Island’s Sporting clays and continues to help with the growth of our sporting clays program. Please take the time to meet another one of Spring Island’s finest in Dennis Paulette.
Schedule a shooting time with Wick or Dennis on the online Clays Reservations or call 843-987-2003.
OCTOBER IS BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH • Join our Team We all have loved ones affected by the ravages of breast cancer. Take grand steps to fight this disease by joining Deb Rood for the Susan G. Komen 3-day, 60-mile walk for life held in beautiful Boston, August 14-16, 2020. Make a commitment to the health and wellness of your friends, loved ones, and your self by training side-by-side with an amazing group of participants. Training will begin in the spring but it is never too early to begin the work. Train locally or remotely, but connect globally. Email Deb Rood (debrood@me.com) or Tammy Randolph (trandolph@springisand.com) to join the 2020 team.
Tuscany in Our Backyard Based off of Dr. John Tew’s highly acclaimed wellness retreat held annually in Monteverdi Tuscany, Sempre Sano is an unforgettable experience created to inspire a life of education, nutrition, and movement. Tew headlines the seminar, presenting research and methods of maintaining brain health throughout the aging process, which he has collected and successfully implemented during his career in Neurosurgery. Participants also hear lectures from a range of local and international health professionals; enjoy a Tuscan inspired cooking class and weekend of healthy cuisine; plus exercise in a variety of body mechanics. You’ll leave with tools to live your best life centered on health and wellness.
SEMPRE SANO SPRING ISLAND | JANUARY 16-18, 2020
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Get (and Stay) Connected Red, white & blue and incredibly patriotic, too! Check out all photos from the Fourth of July holiday on the Photo Albums page on the member website.
Fun times on the court and course for this year’s summer TENGO.
Pop-Up Fun! We’ve all had Pop Tarts. Nutritionally worthless but tasty nevertheless. Here on Spring Island, Pop-Up Dinners have become very popular, with surprise destinations like the Tabby Ruins and the Galloway’s beautifully renovated home. But nothing tops the latest “Pop,” the Pop-Up Wedding! Leave it to Gaylynn Golden and Jim Basara to pull off the surprise of the summer with their nuptials on August 30, at home, with Charles Kalmbach presiding by streaming video before a raucous and grateful throng. Wow! There were hints that something was afoot. Jim wore long pants, then he didn’t cook. The surprise was perfectly executed, however, Jeremy’s food was fabulous, and after 30 years together the couple decided each had passed the test. Congratulations, Gaylynn and Jim! - Tim Maloney
A WORK OF ART:
Those who decided to stay on Spring Island as Hurricane Dorian passed perilously close by wondered who else would remain on-island; whether there would be any damage to homes, the causeways, or common buildings; how they would know if anyone needed help. For those who were not here, whether they evacuated or had not yet returned from their summer away, time was spent watching The Weather Channel, checking the National Hurricane Center website, trying to figure out how to read spaghetti lines and probability cones, wondering if trees or wind or water had damaged their home or endangered any friends. For everyone, it was stressful, a battle to know the facts, hoping for the best. On our Spring Island Connections website, Jim “Newlywed” Basara posted a discussion entitled “Dorian: Staying or Leaving.” Over the next few days there were 80 responses and over 1900 views, by far the highest level of engagement of any article ever placed on the site. Connections helped many of us to know who stayed on island, to learn from people on the ground about the weather conditions, to end the anxiety about loss or harm. Together, we used Connections to stay informed, clarify rumors, to comfort and assist. As Jerry said to George, “I think you may have something here,” except this time the topic isn’t a show about nothing it’s about an asset we can all use to support, inform, and sustain our community. If you have thoughts about how to improve the Connections website, please share those ideas with either Charlie Manker or Jim Basara. If you have sampled the site, please get more involved, post your ideas, questions, or comments. If you have not yet visited Connections, find the link on the home page of the member website or go directly there:
Visit SpringIslandConnection.com
SPRING ISLAND’S LITERARY MAGAZINE
Nearly 30 submissions were sent in for the inaugural “Fox Squirrel Review,” from poems to short stories, essays to fictional stories. A special thank-you goes to Helen Wagner, Neen Hunt, and Gloria Pinza for conceptualizing and bringing this exciting project to life, and for Pam Ullman’s great talent in designing the cover art. The hope for this piece is that all members and their families are encouraged to jot down their thoughts and musings throughout the year so a new edition can be published annually. Inspiration is everywhere, especially on Spring Island! Look for the digital copy of the Fox Squirrel Review available this fall along with options to purchase hard copies. Ashleigh Whitmore | 843-987-2375, awhitmore@springisland.com
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For the Love of Community A wonderful group of Spring Island members tutor first and second graders at Ridgeland Elementary School Monday through Thursday from 9:00 am to 11:00 am. We really need more volunteers to help these sweet little students practice reading and writing. Ridgeland is a lovely facility but sadly a large percentage of the students are failing, only 20% of the students are at passing level in the 3rd grade. Over 85% of the families at Ridgeland live in poverty and most of the students do not have books at home. It is life-changing for little children to have an adult sit and read with them, listen and care. If you have a morning free we would love you to join us. Please contact Ann Hand, Sukie Azar or Jan House.
READING POWER is another local program that specifically targets literacy in pre-kindergarten children. The program’s purpose is to empower four-year old children who may be at risk for language learning delays so that they: learn to love language – reading, writing, speaking, listening, and viewing; learn to love books; understand they can have an opinion, understand that their feelings count, and move closer to conventional English usage. The goals of the program are to help foster a love for books and ideas so that these children will be interested in his/her world, expanding their oral language and growing their curiosity by asking questions like “I wonder if…”. Our methods in the program are clear and volunteers will be equipped with how to make the most of their time. These methods include rich discussions about the child’s interests and activities; reading books to the child (fiction, non-fiction and poetry); and rich discussions before, during, and after reading the books. Volunteer tutors will work individually with five students from pre-kindergarten classrooms on Tuesday or Thursday mornings. The tutors will receive ongoing training. Tutors will donate one-half day a week for tutoring. Books are then given to children to own. To learn more, please contact program coordinator Mary Jane Hender. Thank you for considering your time to make a lasting impact in our community.
The Spring Island Floral Guild Dig into the beautiful world of floral arranging, even using natural beauty right from your back yard, by joining one of our events this fall. Online registration open for all. To learn more about the Spring Island Floral Guild, please contact Renee Waldron | reneewaldron1@gmail.com
Tuesday, Oct 15 | SIFG Kick-off: JJ Keyser and Bonzai 3:30 pm, Summer House
Saturday, Nov 15 | Floral Arranging with Karl Ohlandt 9:00 am– TBD, Bonny Shore Gazebo
Tuesday, Dec 3 | Holiday Decorating with Karl & Terri 1:00 pm—4:00 pm, Porch of the Nature Center
Hours of Operation The Golf Course, Range, Golf Shop, and Golf House dining reopen on Tuesdays beginning October 16.
Golf House
Breakfast: Daily, 8:00 am-11:00 am Lunch: Daily, 11:00 am-3:00 pm Dinner: Sunday-Monday, 5:30 pm-9:00 pm
River House, Dinner Only
Wednesday-Saturday, 5:30 pm-9:00 pm
Equestrian Barn
Daily, 8:00 am-5:30 pm
Golf Shop
Daily, 7:30 am-5:30 pm
Sports Complex
Open Daily, 6:00 am-9:00 pm
Staffed Monday-Saturday, 8:30 am-5:00 pm Staffed Sunday, 10:00 am-5:00 pm
River House Office
Monday-Friday, 9:00 am-5:00 pm Saturday & Sunday, 10:00 am-5:00 pm
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