Berkeley Experience May-June issue by Berkeley Hall Club

May/June 2022

GRAND OPENING CELEBRATION EXCITING BHCF NEWS BLOCK PARTY! 4TH OF JULY GRAND CELEBRATION

FROM THE CLUBHOUSE transformation that offers more versatile space, a great view of the 9th hole and a welcoming space to relax throughout the day. The River Park Pavilion is soon to follow, and we anticipate it to be open around Memorial Day. With gorgeous views, it's the ideal site for gatherings of 35 people or so, with large scale fireplace, two restrooms, as well as a grill and prep area.

The time has come! With our Phase I transformation, Berkeley Hall Club reimagined brings us a renewed embrace of our club lifestyle, as members fully experience our welcoming amenities, gracious interiors and Lowcountry setting. We look forward to seeing everyone at the Grand Opening Celebration on Saturday, May 7th. Gather with us on the Veranda for our “grand reveal” as we announce the member-choice, newly named Club venues, along with signature cocktails, delicious food stations and live entertainment. This is one celebration you won’t want to miss! During May, we’ll be able to enjoy limited use of the new Veranda and Mixed Grille as Choate completes final detail work. I, along with the rest of you, cannot wait until both spaces are open full-time! The partial opening in May will be a wonderful experience of what’s to come, and will also allow our team to feel out the new space and be prepared for a full Summer ahead. As we complete Phase I of the Clubhouse renovation, we are well underway on Phase II with the Ladies’ Locker Room

As our team continues to successfully complete projects throughout the property, enhancing the member experience remains paramount. Dustin Dunn, our new Assistant General Manager, has now been with us for just over a month and we’re excited to welcome and integrate his new ideas throughout the community. Momentum at Berkeley Hall continues at a fast pace. We currently have 50+ homes under construction and anticipate 20 more submittals by the end of the year. I’m happy to say, our goal of reaching 500 homes by 2025 remains on-track, and possibly ahead of schedule. These summer months, it’s wonderful to see so many members and families around the pool. It’s easy to stay cool with poolside drinks and our casual summer menu, as you relax below the beautiful Palmettos and enjoy our wonderful Lowcountry setting. As you read through the Berkeley Experience, make sure to mark your calendars for all our great member events, especially the Grand Fourth of July Celebration – our first in our newly renovated Clubhouse!

3 Golf Cottages 4 Community News 6 BH Charitable Foundation 8 Member Events 12 Culinary News 13 Community Clubs 14 Member Photos 15 Golf Talk with Kieran 17 Learning Center 18 Berkeley Hall Golf Academy 20 Golf Maintenance 21 Racquet Sports 22 Spa & Fitness 23 The River Park

Adam Kushner General Manager & Chief Operating Officer

HURRICANE SEASON – KEEPING YOU INFORMED While skies are blue and temperatures mild, we are in the midst of hurricane season, which runs through the end of November. The peak months for activity are August and September. During this season, it's important to be prepared and plan ahead for a hurricane evacuation. Look for updates on weather activity from Berkeley Hall. We will keep 2

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members informed of any severe weather conditions via e-communications, member website updates, Club app, and social media channels. If you’re not already following us on Facebook and Twitter, simply go to the main page of our website and click on the icons located at the bottom of the main page at BerkeleyHallClub.com.

Southern Living magazine recently showcased neighboring Beaufort on its "South's Best Small Towns 2022" list – just a short drive for us to its charming historic homes and restaurants!

golf cottages

You’ll feel right at home in our charming cottages with easy access to everything. From wedding parties to golf weekends and family stays, our cottages offer all the amenities you could ask for. It’s a short walk to the Clubhouse and onto the greens, and you’ll find the Spa & Fitness Center just around the corner. We can help make it even more special! For a nominal fee, you can add an assortment of room enhancements and amenities to really make your next visit exceptional including wines from the Club wine list along with selections from our Club menu. Spa appointments, Club and local dining reservations, pontoon boat cruises, and more! Simply request 72-hours prior to your arrival from our concierge team, and we’ll be happy to provide your requested amenities.

COTTAGE RATES LOW SEASON January & December HIGH SEASON February-November

Low High

1BR Master Suite 2 BR/2BA Town Suite, Kitchen, Living Room, Patio 3 BR/3BA Master + Town Suite, Kitchen, Living Room, Patio 4BR/4BA Full Cottage, Kitchen, Living Room, Patio

$215 $450 $505 $600

$250 $500 $600 $725

Rates do not include sales and accommodations tax of 11% & if applicable, a daily $25 non-member fee. Cottage Rate does not include Golf Rate. Daily tidy service may be arranged. Fee schedule is available upon request. 2-Night Minimum Stay Required. Please contact Concierge Services at 843.815.8494 for reservations and additional information. *72-hours advance Cancellation required to avoid full charge.

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Dustin Dunn Appointed Assistant General Manager Dustin Dunn has been named Assistant General Manager for Berkeley Hall Club. An innovative leader, Dustin brings over 20 years of deep industry expertise in cultivating a premier private club and luxury culinary vision. With wide-ranging knowledge of premier property management and a forward focus on enhancing the member experience, Dustin brings instrumental assets that we believe can greatly elevate our club amenities, culture and overall "Berkeley Experience." Most recently, Dustin served as Clubhouse Manager for Miramont Country Club in Bryan, Texas. There, he led the exclusive country club and residential

community of 365 members, with astute financial oversight and management strategies. Prior to that, he served as Clubhouse Manager at Waverly Country Club in Portland, Oregon, an elite, 124-year-old private club known for its outstanding quality and amenities. With a deeply held passion for the private club industry, Dustin is an exceptional addition to our executive management team, and we are pleased to welcome him to the Lowcountry along with his wife Alisa and their two Chihuahua pups. Please join me in welcoming Dustin to Berkeley Hall Club.

BERKELEY HALL EXPERIENCE EXPERTS: quarter 4 Berkeley Hall’s Experience Experts celebrates and rewards employees who exemplify the club’s values in their job performance and interactions with co-workers, management, members and guests. Members can nominate Experience Experts by completing our online

nomination form found on the member website under the My Club tab. Lala Gatchalian serves on our Food and Beverage team, and is always waiting to greet members with a smile. She joined the Berkeley Hall team in February of 2021, and we thank her for her gracious manner, superb attention to detail, and professionalism which truly exemplifies our Berkeley Hall standard of excellence. Assistant Pastry Chef Jill Hurley delivers the very essence of the “Berkeley Experience,” with her outstanding, not to mention delicious pastries, cakes, desserts, pizzas and more, all provided with exceptional member and guest service. Jill has been with Berkeley Hall since July of 2020, and her gracious, professional manner combined with top tier culinary skills make her a great asset to the team.

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Saturday, May 7th from 2-8pm! You’re invited to join us for a “Complimentary Grand Opening Celebration!” Open to all, come enjoy our complimentary member event featuring delicious food stations, live entertainment, signature cocktails and socializing! Our Grand Opening event has received an extraordinary response! Due to the high number of attendees, we have extended our celebration, which now opens at 2pm to allow for an advance preview of the new spaces prior to the 5pm kick-off. Gather with us on the Veranda and the Mixed Grille for our highly anticipated Phase I opening and the “GRAND REVEAL” as we announce the newly named Club venues! This is one celebration you won’t want to miss! Member Charge Bar | Club Casual On the Veranda and in the Mixed Grille - Limited Opening in May The Veranda and Mixed Grille will have limited openings throughout May. Our team will be coordinating with Choate as they complete finishing details, and we will communicate weekly with you, so you will know our dining and seating availability. Both areas will be fully open by early June. Dining reservations will be required, along with open bar seating and casual seating areas. Gather with good friends and family in our welcoming new spaces for spectacular dining and views!

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hanks to YOU, our Berkeley Hall members, we’ve been able to make a real difference in our greater Bluffton community, and we recently received an incredible opportunity from an Anonymous Donor granting us $50,000 in matching funds to all donations made by new supporters of the charitable foundation. This special campaign runs through the end of June and matches dollar for dollar all contributions received from new donors.

This campaign also offers an “additional dollar match” to those who have previously contributed to the BHCF in the amount of $250 dollars or less in 2021. For example, if you

donated $250 last year, and this year you donate $750, our anonymous donor will match the additional $500, for a total donation of $1,250. ($250 + $500 + $500 match).

We thank you for your generosity, and hope you will support us in this incredible opportunity to do more. – John Kourakos, BHCF Chair and the BHCF Board of Directors

This gives us the opportunity to make an even bigger difference in the lives of those who need it most – funding much-needed grants to help address hunger, housing, medical, and other important needs – right here in the Bluffton community.

A snapshot of some of our BHCF donation recipients: Programs for Exceptional People Bluffton Self-Help

upporting our mission to make a difference, the Berkeley Hall Charitable Foundation has awarded a $50,000 grant to Bluffton Self Help. The grant, recently approved by the Berkeley Hall Board of Directors, is for acquisition of computer software to be used in BSH’s new Path Forward case management strategy. “By providing BSH with the tools they need, we can truly support their efforts to assist in a comprehensive approach,” shares Jane Moyer, BHCF Grants Committee Chair. The project was developed following a

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Volunteers in Med icine

Backpack Buddies

Family Promise

community needs assessment by BSH in partnership with the Riley Center for Livable Communities which indicated 6 out of 10 families in greater Bluffton are economically at risk. “BSH leadership felt compelled to move from a crisis management focus to a more holistic approach,” explains Moyer. “Going forward, every community member who seeks help will be assigned a client advocate to help them address crisis needs, i.e. groceries and/or help with rent and utilities, as well as long-term goals and opportunities.”

community news WED, JUNE 1 | 11:30AM-1PM

ith its elegant “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” theme, the annual Berkeley Hall Foundation Ladies Luncheon will find its perfect setting in the club’s newly opened Veranda.

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A Private Golf Club Community

On Wednesday, June 1st at 11:30am we will gather and support the Berkeley Hall Charitable Foundation. Our grand affair begins with passed appetizers followed by a gourmet three course luncheon. It will be accompanied by a pairing of four wines donated by several renowned vineyards in the Napa and Sonoma Valleys, thanks to the continuing effort of Melanie Vanderpool. This year, once again we will be selling raffle tickets for our donated prizes. The donations include a Christian Louboutin Cabata Spikes Empire calfskin tote, donated by Marsha Levin and a bottle of Loubicroc Eau de Parfum donated by Stacey Steinberg. Raffle tickets will be available at the luncheon or in advance at tmcameron@hargray.com. In the spirit of Audrey Hepburn, please wear a “Little Black Dress” for our full group photo! We also take inspiration from Audrey and her many philanthropic efforts. The price for the luncheon is $100 per ticket with a portion of each ticket donated to the Berkeley Hall Charitable Foundation to benefit several local charities. Registration begins May 1. We ask that you please register as a single attendee only. Mark your calendars: Come and enjoy wearing your “Little Black Dress!”

Original artwork by Taniel Cameron

CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN PURSE & PERFUME RAFFLE: We’re raffling off an exquisite Christian Louboutin Cabata Spikes Empire calfskin tote and Loubicroc Eau de Parfum for $50 per ticket or 3/tickets for $125. Raffle tickets will be available at the luncheon, or in advance from Taniel Cameron at: tmcameron@hargray.com.

BHCF Mission is to Make a Difference in addressing the basic human needs of the greater Bluffton community, especially those most vulnerable. Thanks to the Berkeley Hall community’s generosity, the charitable foundation has raised over $2 million for Lowcountry charities since its inception in 2008. MAY/JUNE 2022

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SUNDAY, MAY 8 | 11AM-1:30PM

elebrate Mother’s Day Berkeley Hall-style, with a scrumptious brunch menu and heavenly desserts! With gorgeous presentation, great friends and family, this is one of our favorite events of the season. Spend a leisurely brunch with us on Sunday, May 8 from 11am-1:30pm, as you enjoy an array of culinary favorites and a complimentary Mimosa or champagne for the Moms! $56 Adults | $19 Children inclusive of tax and service charge Veranda & Mixed Grille | Reservations Required Member Charge Bar | Club Casual

THURSDAY, MAY 26 | 5PM

I and a

e're headed to see the hit musical In The Heights for a night of theatre at the Arts Center on Thursday, May 26th. When a winning lottery ticket, a power outage, and romantic tension shake up the neighborhood, long-time friends and neighbors make discoveries about each other and themselves. Featuring an exhilarating score by Lin-Manuel Miranda, this Tony Award-winning musical combines Latin rhythms and dance to tell a captivating story about chasing your dreams, and celebrating your roots and community. 8

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TONY-WINNING BEST MUSICAL Join us for an optional dinner pre-show in the Berkeley Room at 5pm. Arranged transportation departs from Clubhouse at 6pm. Tickets: $54 Additional Transportation fee. (Please make dinner reservations in advance for 5pm).

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block party SATURDAY, MAY 14 | 4PM

Last year we had such a great time and we can't wait to do it again! KICK OFF SUMMER with some casual afternoon fun at BHC’s annual Block Party on Saturday, May 14 at 4pm. Bring your own beverages and summer dishes, along with folding chairs as you gather and get to know your neighbors, new and old! Look for our color-coded map Block Party evite coming soon, to find your party location and come celebrate summer with us BHC style! WEDNESDAY, JULY 6 | 4:30PM

Savannah Bananas: Baseball at its Best!

Save the Date! Going to a Bananas game is an experience like no other! If you haven’t been, we promise it’s the most fun you’ll have at a baseball game. Travel with us on Wednesday, July 6 to Savannah for a great time at Grayson Stadium, and check out the Savannah Bananas, a Coastal Plain League team featuring top college players from around the country.

Gates open at 5:30pm and game begins at 7pm rain or shine. We’ll meet at the Clubhouse at 4:30pm to depart, via arranged transportation. Game tickets are $30 and include unlimited concession food and soft drinks on a reserved deck space. Alcohol is also available for purchase. An additional transportation fee, (to be determined). Reservations taken through July 1st.

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FOURT H OOFF JULY AT BERKELEY HALL

FIREWORKS DJ FOOD FUN

We welcome you and your families to this year’s Annual 4th of July Celebration, capped off with Monday’s Patriotic Grand Fireworks Showcase. Celebrate our inaugural 4th of July Celebration on our new Veranda from 6-9pm, with family friendly fun for everyone, featuring live dj, fun games, photo booth, delicious food stations and member bar. Enjoy our Grand Finale Fireworks Showcase from 9-9:30pm with great views from the Veranda or jump in your golf carts and head up to the Learning Center for a special golf course view. Liberty Bell 5K & Fun Run | Cart Parade: There’s no fee to enter and it’s a great way to get your Fourth of July started followed by awards and BHC’s 5th Annual Cart Parade! We can’t wait to see everyone’s cart decorations, on display as you depart the Clubhouse and circle the Good Hope loop. Prizes go to Most Patriotic and Most Creative. Complimentary to all participants! SATURDAY, JULY 2 Blues & BBQ 6-8:30pm

SUNDAY, JULY 3 Summer Splash Pool Party 11am-5pm

Great barbecue and live blues on Veranda and in Mixed Grille Adults - $61 Inclusive of tax & service charge Children 12 & Under - $20 Inclusive Casual, jeans permitted Member Charge Bar RSVP by June 30

Summer Splash Pool Party at the Spa & Fitness Center - Fun kids activities, dj and casual, summer menu Adults - $36 Inclusive of tax & service charge Children 12 & Under - $19 Inclusive Casual, jeans permitted Member Charge Bar RSVP by July 1st

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MONDAY, JULY 4 Fourth of July at BHC Fourth Of July 5K & Fun Run/Walk

7:30 Registration 8am Start: Liberty Bell 5K, Runners, Walkers, Bicyclists 10am: Fun Family Cart Parade 6-9pm: Grand Fourth Celebration on Veranda at the Clubhouse! Great July 4th food stations, DJ, Fun Kids Activities & Games 9-9:30pm: Grand Finale Fireworks Showcase Adults - $61 Inclusive of tax & service charge Children 12 & Under - $25 Inclusive Casual, jeans permitted Member Charge Bar RSVP by July 2nd

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BOOK CLUB

Read any good books lately? Join our BHC Book Club –

Our meetings are held the first Monday of each month at 3pm. For details contact Wendy Hansen: hansenwendyj@gmail.com.

MAY 2 | 3PM | FAZIO ROOM “The Great Gatsby” by F. Scott Fitzgerald The story of Jay Gatsby of West Egg is told by Nick Carraway, one of the legion from the Middle West who moved to NY and finds Long Island a fascinating but dangerous playground. Gatsby’s fortune, business, and connection with underworld figures, remain vague. Of his uncompromising love for Daisy Buchanan, and his effort to recapture the past romance, we are explicitly informed. This patient romantic hopefulness against existing conditions symbolizes Gatsby. Post-war reactions were at their height, everyone was restless. Gatsby, his parties and his mysterious wealth were the gossip of the hour. Daisy again meets Gatsby, to whom she was engaged before she married Buchanan. The inevitable consequence is almost incidental, for in the overtones the decay of souls is more tragic. With keen psychological observation, Fitzgerald discloses in these people a meanness of spirit and absence of loyalties, a curious, yet mystical, and glamorous story. Review: New York Times

Travel + Leisure's "8 Charming Small Towns in SC" features neighboring Beaufort & nearby Daufuskie! Bluffton and HHI got a mention too, as slightly larger favorites, a little too big to make the list!

JUNE 6 | 3PM | FAZIO ROOM “The Personal Librarian” by Marie Benedict, Victoria Christopher Murray The little-known story of the black woman who supervised J. Pierpont Morgan’s storied library. It's 1905, and financier J.P. Morgan is seeking a librarian for his burgeoning collection of rare books and classical and Renaissance artworks. Belle da Costa Greene, with her on-the-job training at Princeton University, seems the ideal candidate. But Belle has a secret: Born Belle Marion Greener, she is the daughter of Richard Greener, the first black graduate of Harvard, and she's passing as white. Her mother Genevieve, daughter of a prominent African American family, decided on moving to New York to expand her family’s opportunities. Richard, an early civil rights advocate, was so dismayed by her decision that he left. As Belle thrives, the main source of suspense is whether her secret will be discovered. Leverage is a talent, as her ruthless negotiating prowess and flirtatious mien win her grudging admiration and a certain notoriety. Review: Kirkus Reviews

River Park Sunset - a gorgeous view as the sun sets on another spectacular Lowcountry day! (thanks to Lisa Curtis for sharing this beautiful pic!)

We love seeing Member Photos! Have a photo to share? From Berkeley Hall sunsets, to Lowcountry nature, golf course views and fun social shots, our Members capture the BHC Lifestyle best! Please send to us via email, text or App! afeldman@berkeleyhallclub.com 843.707.2188 MAY/JUNE 2022

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Relax by the pool and enjoy our daily poolside summer fare – with lunches, snacks and drinks from our Spa Bistro menu!

This summer, we've got some great poolside parties so save the dates for these fun day and evenings at the pool!

SUNDAY, JULY 3 | 11AM-5PM

Summer Splash Pool Party at the Spa & Fitness Center - Fun kids activities, dj and casual, summer menu. Adults - $36 Inclusive Children 12 & Under - $19 | Casual

THURSDAY, AUG 18 | 6-8PM

Cool off poolside with a frozen drink!

CULTIVATING COMMUNITY:

SATURDAY, JUNE 11 | 6PM

Just across the way, we’re in for a special evening prepared exclusively for Berkeley Hall at Lowcountry Fresh Market & Café on Saturday, June 11 at 6pm. Heralded for culinary use of fresh local fare from nearby fields and waters, members will enjoy a complimentary first glass of wine, and four-course menu by Chef Modou Jaith,

featuring Strawberry Salad, Better Fresh Farms greens, Brickyard Farms pecans, smoked ricotta, hibiscus balsamic; followed by Shrimp Fritters with red rice, smoked tomato dressing, and seasonal pickles. Main course of Stuffed flounder with shrimp mousse, lobster and brown butter broth; and delicious Peach Almond Tart with vanilla bean ice cream. Limited to 35 attendees for an intimate dining experience. 12

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Caribbean Cookout fun, poolside! Live music, Caribbean cookout menu, cocktails and member bar. Get ready for a great time! Adults - $40 Inclusive Children 12 & Under - $20 | Casual

With a dedication to local farms and ports, Lowcountry Fresh purveyors come from the Seas Islands of South Carolina, where families have been farming the rich soil for over 150 years, and seafood fresh off the boats in nearby waters. Just a few minutes’ drive, you’ll find them at 303 Bleecker Street South, Bluffton (on the west side of Buckwalter in Washington Square). $100 per person plus sales tax, gratuity included Lowcountry Fresh, Bluffton

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Cards, Mahjongg, Book Club & More At Berkeley Hall, there's always something to do and new clubs to explore, from Bridge to MahJongg, Hand, Foot & Elbow, Bible Study and more - and new folks are always welcome! We offer advanced games for experienced players and beginner games for those ready to try something new. Afternoon and evening games, too. Take a look below and if you haven't already, now's the perfect time to "get in the game!" May and June Clubs will be held in the Berkeley Room and Tap Room due to Club Renovations.

Beginner Hand, Foot & Elbow Mondays at 11:45am Want to learn this great game? Join us on Mondays and we're happy to teach you! No rsvp needed. If you'd like to play, email Evalyn Lyons at elyons149@gmail.com or call 914.643.7408, or Carol DePhillips at jcdephi@aol.com.

Beginner Hand, Foot & Elbow

Sundays at 6:30pm (couples & individuals) Our Sunday evening game is open to couples, individuals, and beginners are welcome. Enjoy Club dining first, or come for cards only. Dining reservations may be made on events calendar. Contact Marsha Levin at 843.757.2801 or marslev@aol.com.

Advanced Hand, Foot & Elbow

Wednesdays at 6:45pm & Saturday at 11:30am Experienced players are welcome to join the fun. For details on both advanced games, please contact Marsha Levin at 843.757.2801 or marslev@aol.com.

Afternoon MahJongg

Fridays at 2pm We welcome players of ALL levels - from those who've never played to experienced players! We have learning tables during Friday play and are happy to teach you. If Friday doesn’t work, we will arrange a learning time. To be added to our distribution list, contact Deborah Lavasseur at 603.475.1338 or d.lavasseur@comcast.net.

Evening MahJongg

Tuesdays at 7pm Our Tuesday night game welcomes beginner to experienced players! (We do not have

learning tables on Tuesdays.) If you'd like to play and be added to our distribution list, contact Teresa Gannon at 843.706.2219 or Tggabby@aol.com.

Beginner MahJongg

Mondays at 3pm Our Monday beginner session welcomes new players to learn the game! If you'd like to learn to play mahjongg and be added to our distribution list, please contact Lise Shanahan at 858.353.3273, liseshanahan@yahoo.com.

Ladies Bridge

Wednesdays at 2pm All members and your guests are welcome! The group plays four-hand rubber bridge, and cards and tallies are provided. Contact Haila Wilson at 843-290-0961 or hailawilson@gmail.com. Thursdays at 2pm All members and your guests are welcome! If you'd like to play, contact Lou Ann Hamilton at lah9708@gmail.com.

Ladies Bible Study

Wednesdays at 10am | Fazio Room (during ongoing construction) Please join us. All members are welcome. For more information contact Angie McGeorge at 843.707.6141 or bhallmcgeorge@gmail.com or Susie Sutton at 406.670.7900 or ssutton57@gmail.com.

Mens Bible Study

Wednesdays at 3:30pm | Fazio Room Please join us at the Fazio Room. All members are welcome. For more information, email Don McGeorge at dmcgeorge@gmail. com or Hal Sutton at halsutton1@gmail.com or 406.698.5282.

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Barber Services

By Appointment Only | Men's Locker Room Ken Browning offers professional barber services to members. Haircut: $17. To schedule, call Ken at 912-441-6855.

Tailor Services

By Appointment Only | Men's Locker Room Javier Velaquez offers professional tailor services. Contact Javier at 843.321.0213 to schedule your appointment.

Notary Services

Notary services are provided by Mary McGoldrick in the Club Admin office, please call her at 843.815.8414. She is commissioned by the State of S.C.

Event Registration

May be reserved by Members, Concierge Services, and F&B management. This includes adding, cancelling and combining registrations and waitlists. 30-Day Registration All events (with the exception of a few) begin registration 30 days prior to event date and time, on online events calendar.

60-Day Registration Select holiday events open for registration 60 days prior to event date and time, on online events calendar. Select dates include Easter, Fourth of July and Thanksgiving, i.e. Oyster Roast, Thanksgiving, Tree Lighting. Event Cancellation Berkeley Hall observes a 48-hour cancellation policy for member events. In the case cancellation is not provided, the full price is applied.

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WITH KIERAN

In golf you must battle the elements, the course and your opponents. But don’t forget to enjoy yourself!

KIERAN STAUNTON | DIRECTOR OF GOLF pring season is always one we look forward to here at Berkeley Hall. This year, we have been blessed with some wonderful Lowcountry temperatures. It seemed the only time the weather took a turn was early Spring, which saw a few of our events hampered by the elements. With record turnouts for our Spring events, it’s been very rewarding to garner such full member participation and support. The newly added Mixed Member-Guest, coming up in May, has been a great success and we look forward to a wonderful event with a full field of players. We’ve added a new Parent/Child event for the first time, and anticipate a fun day on Saturday, July 2nd. Our Junior Program is also underway

with after school classes through mid-May, and then our Summer Program will run through August. Sign up now for Junior Camps and Classes at berkeleyhallclub.com.

Even as Summer is just beginning, we’re already looking forward to many Fall signature golf events: North-South Challenge, Berkeley Classic, Women’s Invitational and Club Challenge are all sure to be oversubscribed, so sign up early if you are keen to play in any of these events.

HOLE-IN-ONES SHOWCASE Many members have been hitting the mark on the Par 3’s since our last issue. Congratulations to all that had Hole-in-Ones!

BOB KNIGHTON - Jan 4 - Hole #8 North ROB STAR - Jan 26 - Hole #16 South SCOTT BEERS - Feb 12 - Hole #16 South KEVIN WHELLY - Feb 25 - Hole #5 South FRANK PINON - Mar 9 - Hole #8 North If you make a Hole-in-One here at Berkeley Hall, we would love to see a photo of you celebrating your special shot. Use the hashtag #holeinoneatBHC and we will share it across our social media channels.

TOURNAMENT RESULTS BERKELEY CUP

MIXED MEMBER-MEMBER

Overall Champions:

Overall Winners: Craig Herman, Bernadette Herman, Bradley Willoughby, Wendy Willoughby

MEN’S ONE DAY MEMBER GUEST

Pat Cruz, Wes Goldberg, Pete Kellerman, Cairo Santos

Overall Winners: Glenn Koch, Jim Binkley, Peter Haywood, Tom Wolfe

2022 CHARITY CUP GOLF TOURNAMENT OCTOBER 3RD MAY/JUNE 2022

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RECIPROCAL PROGRAM

2 0 2 2 FA L L E V E N T S North ~ South Challenge

Oct. 1

Berkeley Hall Charity Cup Oct. 3 Berkeley Classic

Oct. 12-15

Women’s Invitational

Oct. 18-20

The “HAIG” Two Day Member ~ Member

Nov. 4-5

Club Championship/Senior Club Championship Nov. 18-19 Club Challenge

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Dec. 1-3

We are very fortunate to have so many great courses in our local area, and during the summer months we are able to offer reciprocal arrangements with most of them. We are still gathering all the details about the reciprocal program for Summer 2022, but most clubs will start their programs on June 1st and run reciprocals until September 1st. Please contact the Golf Shop with any questions, and we will be happy to help you book your summer tee times. Full details on the reciprocal program will be sent to membership via email once all the local clubs have confirmed their details.

Director of Golf Instruction

KRISTA DUNTON

SPECIALTY CLINICS WITH KRISTA

When it comes to golf instruction, Berkeley Hall’s Krista Dunton is top in her field. As a member, Krista can show you how to get the most out of your game with her hands-on approach. A former student of Jim Hardy, Krista has the expertise to understand and solve any swing and help any player take their game to the next level.

Fri, May 20 | 9-11am $200/person Come learn the best method for green reading and speed control! As used by many PGA and LPGA tour players and top amateurs! Take the mystery out of green reading. www.aimpointgolf.com

PITCHING & BUNKERS

NEW GOLFERS: LEARN IT RIGHT FROM THE BEGINNING!

Wed, May 11 | 11am-1pm $80/pp Fall in love with your sand wedge! Two hours focusing on all shots in the sand and the high soft lob shot!! Turn a weakness into a strength. Greenside, various lies, controlling distance, fairway bunkers, mindset and how to practice. Become a wizard with your wedges!

SHORT GAME CLINICS Tues, May 24 | 11am-1pm Wed, Jun 8 | 9-11am $80/pp | 4-8 players Covering all shots from 40 yards in! Low running chips, finesse wedges, a standard 25 yard shot and bunker shots. Learn what shot to use when and how to control the height and distance. Technique, routine and shot selection all covered to improve your confidence around the greens.

FULL SWING CLINICS Mon, May 9 | 9-11am Mon, Jun 20 | 9-11am $80/pp | 4-6 players Get a jump start on your swing! Come learn specific tips and drills to help improve your ball striking and add distance to all your shots. Divided based on Handicap Level.

1-2pm Mon & Wed May 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25 $225/pp | Min 5 students This 6 session program will get you started on the right track. Learning how to set up for success, score with your approach shots and putting, learn basic fundamentals of the swing and how to manage yourself and your game on the golf course. Create a fun and informative learning experience in a small group format.

THRIV SPORTS APP Take advantage of technology with the Thriv Sports app. Krista also partners with Ikonik golf, offering students follow-up instruction, drills and videos all found on the app. So when you leave the lesson tee, you will have a resource to go to for practice planes, follow up tips and an easy way to communicate with Krista on any questions you might have. To book a lesson, simply go to https://www.thrivsports.com/krista-dunton or go to Krista's website Kristadunton.com.

COMPLIMENTARY MEMBER CLINICS Clinics are 10-11am at the Learning Center. MAY

Tue, May 3: Improve Your Ball Striking Fri, May 6: Bunker Basics Tue, May 10: Chipping Fri, May 13: No Clinic Tue, May 17: The Release Fri, May 20: Fairway Woods Tue, May 24: How to Score with Your Wedges Fri, May 27: How Trackman Can Help Your Game Tue, May 31: Trouble Shots JUNE

Fri, Jun 3: Bomb Your Driver Tue, Jun 7: Become a Great Putter Fri, Jun 10: Hit More Greens in Regulation Tue, Jun 14: How To Increase Your Clubhead Speed Fri, Jun 17: No Clinic Tue, Jun 21: Tempo-Timing and Rhythm Fri, Jun 24: Improve Your Impact Tue, Jun 28: Make More Short Putts Fri, Jun 30: Hit Your Driver Long and Straight! MEMBER LESSON RATES: (Based on 1 hour lessons) Krista Dunton: Kieran Staunton: Stephanie George: Assistant Pros:

$140 $100 $90 $90

To book lessons, contact Golf Shop at 843.815.8444.

MAY/JUNE 2022

WITH KRISTA DUNTON May 3-5 | May 27-29 $1,850/pp Non-Member | $1,650/pp Member Top 100 Instructor Krista Dunton brings a level of excitement to Berkeley Hall Golf Academy that’s unparalleled.

Dunton’s unique, custom approach is matched by the award-winning technology at Berkeley Hall’s 33-acre Learning Center. “We have the technology to properly diagnose what’s going on with the golf ball, the golf club. I individualize what you can do with your body through bio-swing dynamics, because

everyone is built differently. No one is going to swing the golf club the same, nor should they, as we all have different physical structures. In my 25-plus years of teaching, what makes me different is I know what to leave alone and what to pinpoint and fix so you build a golf swing you can own and it can repeat on the course.” Once on the course, Dunton works on the other elements of human skills: how you think, react to your shot, manage your emotions and develop great technical skills that repeat under pressure, with a good mental set that allows you to perform at your best. “We are fortunate to have some of the best technology so we can measure and assess. We measure so we don’t guess, and the changes we make as your teachers and coaches are going to help you improve your game.”

We want to offer you something different, and customize it to you, the individual. I believe everyone has their own unique swing DNA. We work with what you have, and enhance that and make it better.

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We use technology to get a game plan of where you are and where you’re going to go to. DAY 1

The process of getting your game on the course. How to think correctly, make it productive, implement swing changes under competition and pressure.

DAY 2

How to keep this going, and practice correctly and efficiently. DAY 3

“We want to teach you how to manage variability. What I love about our Learning Center and two golf courses, is we’ve got every shot imaginable you can learn to play,” adds Dunton. “We teach you a variety of shots, different trajectories – so when you go on the course, you take those shots you learned in practice and tap into that with confidence.”

–Krista Dunton View our Berkeley Hall Golf Academy Video to learn more, under the Golf Corner tab at BerkeleyHallClub.com 18

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THUR, MAY 26 | 4-6PM

All proceeds benefit LPGA Girls Golf – an organization for girls age 7-17 to learn and play golf and make new friends.

erkeley Hall has long been a supporter of women’s golf and advancing the game of amateur golf. That’s why it’s so important to Director of Golf Instruction Krista Dunton, along with Head Professional Stephanie George, to host the “Women Growing Girls Golf” fundraiser. Join Krista Dunton and Stephanie George of Berkeley Hall plus an all-star list of top LPGA Pros for a great afternoon of Full Swing and Short Game instruction on Thursday, May 26 from 4-6pm at Berkeley Hall. $80 per person All proceeds benefit LPGA Girls Golf. To register contact Krista at kdunton@me.com or Stephanie at sgeorge@berkeleyhallclub.com.

Berkeley Hall’s Krista Dunton, a regular contributor to Golf Magazine, was featured in the March issue, with a full page special feature on her Golf Hack: Clip the Coin swing tips. THIS MAY SEEM counterintuitive, but with most pitch shots you want to bottom out your swing slightly before contact with the ball, thus engaging the wedge's bounce and allowing the club to slide underneath to hit a soft shot. I call the area two-inches behind and two-inches in front of the ball the “slide zone,” where the clubhead grazes the turf before and after striking the ball. To develop a feel for this, grab a coin and place it behind the ball. Set up as you normally would, but instead of focusing on hitting the ball, try and clip the coin before making impact. Because the coin is low on the ground, you’ll instinctively swing lower and shallower for better contact. It’s a great drill for helping those of you who tend to lift up and hit a lot of skulled shots. A few practice shots with a coin is all it takes to kick that habit. Golf Magazine is the premier luxury golf publication in the U.S. BHC Director of Golf Instruction Krista Dunton is a regular contributor and GOLF Top 100 Teacher. MAY/JUNE 2022

ADAM MILLER | DIRECTOR OF AGRONOMY

GOLF MAINTENANCE UPDATE

ON THE GREENS

oth courses are playing well as we endeavor to provide a premier golf experience to membership and guests. The Agronomy team has been quite successful in implementing course maintenance, including all tees on North Course topdressed and verti-cut edging on the greens, and extensive drainage work. While work on the South Course featured a successful needle tine aeration, sodding of drainage areas and more work outlined below. NORTH COURSE CONDITIONS: On the North Course, the Agronomy team has continued to work on mowing the native grasses around the golf course. All tees were top-dressed and verticut. We continued to do a little sod work around the course, and finished sodding the native area between 5 green and 6 tee with centipede. The team worked with Jim Hill from Innovative Drain Technologies (IDT),

uncovering entrance and exits for the greens drains. It is important to keep these open to be able to inspect greens' drains and flush out any debris that may get into the drain system of the greens.

Both courses are playing well as we endeavor to provide a premier golf experience to membership and guests. Edging was completed on all the greens. This is an important practice to keep the collar grasses from encroaching the green. It also helps define the greens edge. As the Bermuda grass begins to grow, the edge of the green will become more defined and will help keep the collar grass from encroaching on the champion greens. SOUTH COURSE CONDITIONS: On the South Course, the team completed a needle tine aeration, followed by a wetting agent and soil application to help with water penetration, gas exchange, and root health. The team also conducted some sod work on the course and completed the sodding of the drainage installed on #14 short of the fairway. A preemergent application was applied on the tees and roughs, and IDT flushed and inspected all the drainage on the South Course.

By placing a camera into the drainage, we can learn the status of the greens drainage and see the benefit of the cleaning process. In featured photo, Jim utilizes ground penetrating radar to locate pipes. This technology can also tell us depth of sand and gravel within the USGA green.

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SUMMER AERATION: The Summer aeration schedule begins with the North Closure early May. We will pull a small core and verticut the North greens and tees, and plan to start some light topdressing on the fairway

The successful needle tine aeration on the South Course went very smoothly. It also had very limited impact on playability, as the greens remained firm and smooth after the process was completed.

and approaches along with some light aeration in the roughs. We will use this same model when the South Course closes on May 15 for three days. OTHER AERATION DATES: North Course Aeration II: June 1 – June 22 South Course Aeration II: July 6 – July 20 North Course Aeration III: July 26 – Aug 1 South Course Aeration III: Aug 9 – Aug 22

With the added drainage, sand, and new grass, hopefully this heavily shaded and trafficked area at the start of #14 fairway can thrive.

BHC Racquet Sports Professional

ROYCE SILVAN

SPA & FITNESS CENTER

It was Berkeley vs. Belfair for a fun Pickleball Scrimmage! Thanks to all our players and to Royce for a great time on the courts!

Join the Fun: With Three Complimentary Pickleball Clinics! Get involved with BHC's growing racquet sports programs! Pickleball is one of the fastest growing sports, as you can see from our full courts and growing member participation.

We have both new players being introduced to the sport and teams participating in local leagues. That's why we're in full support of now offering 3 Weekly Clinics, to give players more room and better attention! - shares BHC's Fitness & Wellness Committee Women and Men are encouraged to come and participate! Not certain which clinic to attend, or have any questions? Contact Racquet Sports Professional Royce Silvan at roycetennis@hotmail.com. PICKLEBALL:

TENNIS:

Complimentary Pickleball Clinic 2.5 Level & Lower Wednesdays, 10:30-11:30am One-hour clinic for men and women offers players chance to work on fundamentals and offers easy intro to Pickleball and its rules.

Complimentary Cardio Tennis Clinic/Drills Mondays, 9-10am For all levels, women and men: One-hour sessions are full of active drills that keep you moving.

Complimentary Pickleball Clinic 3.0 Level Wednesdays, 9:30-10:30am For men and women who are competitive at the 3.0 level and fully ready for fast action games, in a well-paced, one-hour session. Complimentary Pickleball Clinic 3.5 Level Wednesdays, 8:30am-9:30am Advance players, 3.5 or above. For men and women competitive at 3.5 level, ready to handle power plays as well as finesse!

Complimentary Tennis Clinic/Drills Fridays, 9-10am For players, women and men, USTA level 3.0 - 4.0. Clinic offers stroke technique, drills with active footwork and doubles scenarios. Work on your Doubles Game Create your own team and work on drills and match play, with group coaching by Royce. Jr. Tennis Clinic Ages 8 and Above | Mondays, 4-5:30pm Contact Royce: roycetennis@hotmail.com

Racquet Stringing & Re-Grip $40 includes strings & new over grip $10 new replacement grip

Member Lesson Rates: 1 hr Private Lesson

$70

½ hr Private Lesson

$40

Group Lessons with 2: $40/pp with 3 players:

$30/pp

with 4 or more:

$20/pp

Contact Royce directly through the Berkeley Hall app and get on the courts today!

SPA & FITNESS CENTER

NEW FITNESS CLASSES

opular demand for Fitness Center classes is at an all-time peak, and we’re excited to add SIX new fitness classes to our schedule! Join us for: Yoga (2 classes), Strength Circuits, Cardio & Core, TRX, and Fit Fusion Conditioning. You spoke and we listened! Thanks to our membership for your tremendous response in our Member Satisfaction Survey, we got great

feedback and input into what membership is looking for. You’ll find that we added in some more classes that you know and love, while also bringing a new spin to the schedule with some variety and depth. Take a look at our new Class Schedule below, as well as updated Class Descriptions to get a feel for our expanded class and wellness programs.

Now we’re able to meet the demand for more classes with different offerings, new class schedules, content and more, as we continue to best accommodate our growing Berkeley Hall community and offer you the BEST experience possible! - Doug Weary & Brooke Sapp, Spa & Fitness Center Directors

SPA & FITNESS CENTER CLASS SCHEDULE M

7:45am Stretch & Flow (Mia) 9am Pilates (Mary Lou) 10:15am Sculpt & Tone (Jodie)

9:30am Spin (Kelly) 10:30am Spin (Kelly) 11:30am Yoga (Jeannie) 1pm Strength Circuits (Brooke)

9am Zumba (Patricia) 9:45am Cardio Splash (Victoria) 11:30am TRX (Jodie) 1pm Pilates (Renee) 3pm Yoga (Angela)

8am Stretch (Jade) 1pm Cardio & Core (Brooke)

8am Spin (Kelly) 9am Spin (Kelly) 10:30am TRX (Jodie) 11:30am TRX (Brooke) 1pm Fit Fusion Conditioning (Neil)

9am Zumba (Patricia) 10:15am Yoga (Jeannie)

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NEW CLASSES YOGA - Tue 11:30am & Sat 10:15am This class will emphasize foundational postures, deepen the knowledge of alignment, physical conditioning, and mindfulness through the different movements yoga has to offer. It will offer a mixed level combination of Hatha and Gentle Flow yoga to meet the comfort level of the individual. STRENGTH CIRCUITS - Tue 1pm Want a class fully geared toward strength training? If so, this class if for you! This class will work your entire body using a variety of training styles and equipment as we work to get stronger one rep at a time. CARDIO & CORE - Thu 1pm Get a full-body burn with cardio and core! You'll work to strengthen, tone, and burn calories with fun, fast-paced workouts. There's no shortage of variety here - we'll take you through cardio, plyometric and agility training, dumbbell work, core and more. TRX - Fri 11:30am This class uses suspension training and bodyweight to build strength, flexibility, and core stability. This 30-minute class is jam-packed with action that will leave you feeling strong and stretched. FIT FUSION CONDITIONING Fri 1pm This moderately intense class will work basic fundamental movements at a quick pace and an emphasis on boxing conditioning. Heart rates will be up as we work HIIT style - brief periods of movement followed by short rest periods for this 30-minute class. Gloves will not be needed.

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River Park Pavilion Coming in May

atherings at our new River Park Pavilion will truly make the most of our serene Lowcountry setting, as we anticipate its opening around Memorial Day. With gorgeous views, our open-air pavilion is the ideal site for gatherings of 35 people or so, with large scale, double-sided fireplace, Lowcountry tabby flooring, seating, two restrooms, as well as a grill and prep area. Family-friendly and geared towards afternoon fun and relaxed evening get-togethers, we look forward to seeing everyone enjoying our new River Park Pavilion! PLAN YOUR RIVER FUN: Contact Concierge Services to arrange at 843.815.8494.

Where the River meets the Sea. Immerse yourself with nature and explore our waterways with our fleet of complimentary kayaks. Take the kids! Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult, and signed waivers by parent/guardian are required for 17-year-olds and under.

Our online Kayak form makes it easy to reserve your kayak! You can find it on the member website under the River Park tab. Pontoon Cruises: Enjoy the scenic beauty of the Okatie River on our BHC pontoon boat, the perfect spot for dolphin gazing and soaking in our serene waterways. Contact Concierge Services to reserve at 843.815.8494.

Any day of the week…or weekend! At the Spa at Berkeley Hall, we make it easy to retreat from the everyday – our full-service spa offers the highest quality of massages, facials and peels. Profound relaxation awaits you, with Hot Stone Massage, toxin-freeing Therapeutic Swedish Massage, and Deep Tissue Massage, designed for the active individual.

Discover our day spa and let us take you away for a bit, with luxurious and restful spa and facial treatments that restore your inner calm and serenity. Now booking 7 days a week by appointment. 843.815.8985 | berkeleyhallclub.com MAY/JUNE 2022

CLUBHOUSE Adam Kushner General Manager & COO Dustin Dunn Assistant General Manager Mary McGoldrick Director of People & Culture Stephen Sandstrom Director of Facilities Maintenance ACCOUNTING Valerie Kidd Controller Jennifer Wheeler Financial Analyst Denise Joyce Member Billing ARB Jennifer Johnson ARB Administrator MEMBER SERVICES Alex Madeiros Director of Sales & Marketing Marie McConnell Marketing & Membership Experience Manager Anne Feldman Director of Communications

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GOLF Kieran Staunton Director of Golf The Golf Shop Adam Miller Director of Agronomy DINING FACILITIES Tap Room Men’s Locker Room GATEHOUSE/SECURITY J.W. Sims Director of Security *For Guest Passes LEARNING CENTER Krista Dunton Director of Golf Instruction SPA & FITNESS Brooke Sapp Spa & Fitness Director

Clubhouse Dining

*Note the Mixed Grille and Veranda will have limited openings throughout May. Both areas will be fully open by early June. There will be no dining in either the Berkeley Room or Tap Room on Mondays. Light lunch fare will be served in both the Men’s and Ladies’ Locker Rooms. Please call Concierge Services at 843.815.8494 to make your reservations for Clubhouse Dining and all Special Events.

Berkeley Room • Tap Room Lunch Brunch Happy Hour Dinner

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FOOD & BEVERAGE Jeff McKinney 843.815.8433 Executive Chef jmckinney@berkeleyhallclub.com Tim Mansur 843.815.8960 Assistant Food & Beverage Manager tmansur@berkeleyhallclub.com Vincent Matalavage 843.815.8948 Catering & Events Manager vmatalavage@berkeleyhallclub.com CONCIERGE Concierge Services

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Men’s Locker Room Bar Service Lunch Fare

Closed for renovation.

Berkeley Room

Available daily for private functions.

Tuscany Wine Room

Available daily for private functions.

Golf Shop Daily

Concierge Services Monday-Saturday Sunday

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Learning Center

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bsapp@berkeleyhallclub.com

7:30am-5:30pm 8:30am-5pm 8:30am-4pm

Spa & Fitness Center Monday-Friday Weekend

843.815.8446 843.290.8714

11am-6pm Daily 11am-4pm Daily

Ladie’s Locker Room

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jsims@berkeleyhallclub.com

Tuesday-Saturday 11am-4pm Sunday 10am-4pm Tuesday-Sunday 4-6pm Tuesday-Thursday, Sun 5:30-8pm Friday-Saturday 5:30-8:30pm

Daily Private Instruction

6am-7pm 7am-7pm 8am-5pm 8am-5pm Daily

River Park Open in late May for use. Contact Concierge Services, app and website for access to kayaks, fishing equipment and life jackets.

Berkeley Experience May-June issue

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Racquet Sports

Berkeley Hall Golf Academy

Golf Maintenance

Culinary News

Learning Center

BH Charitable Foundation

Community News

Community Clubs

Golf Cottages