Cliffs Living - Spring/Summer 2023

CLIFFS LIVING

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LETTER FROM LEADERSHIP

A message from Rob Duckett, President of The Cliffs.

DEVELOPMENT UPDATE

Large-scale building projects like The Clubhouse at Keowee Springs, a new fleet of golf course equipment, and a new Property Management Program are among efforts to continue elevating member experience.

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GATHER

A snapshot of festive gatherings from across The Cliffs.

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All the details on The Cliffs’ new food truck; Cruise above water with the latest water sport; CROs aim to make a big impact on school children and their families; A model train collection dating back nearly a century.

YONDER

The rich history of the area’s railroads and what their future holds; Exploring Landrum: a small town rich with dining, shopping, and outdoor activities; a guide to the best locally made clothing, kayaks, coolers, and more for a perfect day on the lake.

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FAZIO’S ENCORE

Renowned golf course architect says Keowee Springs had all the right ingredients to produce a remarkable playing experience.

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ROAD LESS TRAVELED

Head off the beaten path with Walnut Cove’s new club for Jeep enthusiasts.

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CHASING ELEVATION

Former military pilots say life at The Cliffs, much like their time in the service, is marked by camaraderie.

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HAVEN

At home with the Kamireddis and the Avilas; Garages are the latest design centerpiece for homes at The Cliffs.

VISTAS

A look ahead at events and happenings taking place across The Cliffs.

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APERTURE

A collection of words and images by members and associates at The Cliffs.

Welcome to CLIFFS LIVING

Dear Members and Friends at The Cliffs,

Welcome to the spring/summer edition of Cliffs Living – A Magazine With, For & About Members at The Cliffs . As the weather changes, so does the energy in our vibrant communities. There is a thrilling momentum — you’ll see it everywhere you turn.

From a new clubhouse on the horizon at Keowee Springs to exciting new events and programming to welcoming new owners from all over the country, we’re excited about the growth we are experiencing. South Street Partners continues to bring positive and progressive change to our communities, and their vision continues to spur exponential growth and value to The Cliffs. Through this lens, we present The Momentum Issue

In these stories we visit Landrum, South Carolina, a historic town near The Cliffs at Glassy. You’ll discover The Cliffs’ new food truck and enjoy reading about golf course architect Tom Fazio and his signature course at The Cliffs at Keowee Springs. We also catch up with some new members at The Cliffs and go on a wild ride through the Blue Ridge Mountains.

We hope you enjoy this issue of Cliffs Living and appreciate you joining us on this journey. We are very excited for the future ahead.

Warm regards,

ROB DUCKETT President, The Cliffs

EDITORIAL

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RING IN THE NEW

We look forward to all the special times ahead,” she says.

Countless improvements, both large and small, have, in turn, elevated The Cliffs experience for both members and staff.

Some of these efforts are devoted to what Rob Duckett calls “the big sexy,” such as building a brand-new clubhouse at Keowee Springs (slated for completion summer 2023) and a new Lake Club at The Landing at Keowee Springs (slated for completion in spring 2023). Myriad other investments — such as renovating clubhouse interiors, installing new carpets, adding staffing to provide a more consistent level of service — may seem small, but they nonetheless yield big results.

Case in point is the renovation and expansion of The Cabin at Mountain Park, which was completed in spring 2022. The project doubled the dining space and patio area at this popular destination, while maintaining the casual elegance of the original Cabin. Behind the scenes, the project tripled the size of the kitchen, adding more prep space, a full stewarding area, a walk-in fridge and freezer, and even an office for the chef.

Paige Frazier, Mountain Park’s general manager, says The Cabin has always been a cherished space where many memories have been made. “Now with the expansion, there are so many opportunities for our team to create additional gatherings for members.

With the construction of the new clubhouse at Keowee Springs, golf operations will move to the clubhouse and The Porch will become a center for golf and racquet sports instruction. Four pickleball courts have been built next to that facility, with tennis courts soon to follow.

“We’ve done some creative things, too,” says Duckett, referring to the Sportsman’s Trail at Keowee Springs. Along the quartermile trail, 12 stations test weapons skills, from axe-throwing to shooting air rifles. And for the members around Lake Keowee, The Cliffs purchased a fleet of boats and now offers members instruction in boating, as well as in wakeboarding, wake surfing, and water skiing.

At Keowee Vineyards, the clubhouse is undergoing an interior facelift, with fresh paint, flooring, and furniture, a renovated locker room, and an expanded dining area. At the same time, the kitchen and employee spaces will be updated. At Keowee Falls, crews are nearing the end of a dining room makeover as well as adding three fire pits near the spacious back patio.

Late last year, a full renovation of The Tavern at Walnut Cove was completed to refine the venue’s style with upgraded furniture and finishes. Soon, heaters will be added to the newly covered outdoor patio to allow members to utilize The Tavern’s most popular spot year-round. Another 2022 addition: Cliffs Realty broke ground on a sales office at Walnut Cove, located right at the front gate of the property.

“We are excited to move into our new office this year. This prime location will allow us to

The Cliffs president, Rob Duckett, details some of the changes South Street Partners has made to enhance the lifestyle at the seven communities at The Cliffs

Since South Street Partners acquired The Cliffs in 2019, the organization has reinvigorated and revived the clubs.

Sportsman Trail

The Tavern

Future Keowee Springs Clubhouse

Future Lake Club at The Landing

Future Cliffs Realty Sales Office

better serve our members and prospects, as an integral part of the Walnut Cove community” says Lauren Buckland, Cliffs Realty’s broker-in-charge.

Members can also take advantage of a new property management program, launched in January 2022. Under this program, members at The Cliffs can rent their own homes to other members or rent homes themselves. This allows members to experience other communities for long weekends or staycations. This also creates access for members who are in the process of building homes or who have purchased homesites but haven’t started building yet. “Members love being able to access the different communities,” says Property Manager Corin Hewins. “[The program has] been a great asset.”

On the golf front, South Street Partners entered into a strategic partnership with Toro, the company that manufactures the highest-quality equipment in the industry. All the clubs have received new turf-maintenance equipment so they can improve the condition of each of The Cliffs golf courses.

“Our maintenance crew is already the hardest-working bunch I know and dealing with mechanical issues is never easy. Since our new Toro fleet arrived, we’ve had less delays and setbacks, ultimately making the days more productive and the guys a lot happier,” says Keowee Springs golf course Superintendent Ty Roberts. “The courses are in great shape, too, which is an added bonus for members.”

While these enhancements have enriched The Cliffs experience for members, the staff has also benefited. “All these improvements we’ve made show the staff that we’re invested not only in the club, but in them,” says Duckett. “We’ve given them the resources to be able to do their jobs.

“It’s a never-ending process,” he adds. “We create new goals for ourselves every year at every property. Just having this momentum of continuous improvement will help us move forward in a real positive way. It’s a very exciting time to be part of The Cliffs.”

Farmer’s Market Keowee Vineyards

For an afternoon, The Lakehouse transformed into the ultimate farmer’s market experience at Keowee Vineyards. Members were treated to an afternoon of shopping local food vendors like LaRue Fine Chocolate and Broadwater Shrimp Supply and artisan boutiques with handcrafted items like jewelry and bags. Members also enjoyed bites from Chef Francis and a selection of craft beer or wine.

Lesia Monfre & Susan Markin

Stephanie Cookson, Kathy Campana, Trina London, and Kai the dog

Sally Sargent & Linda Michaels

Paula Nesbitt, Paul & Katharine Dastuvue, and Warren Nesbitt

Alec Whitley & Millie the dog

Mike Mullen, Bryn Hirschfeld, John Teeter, Carol Marchione, Denise King, Mary & Jeff Ramsey

Ava, Trevor, Alex, and Leigh Strickland

Anne Scribner, Gwen Clarke, and Mary Friesell

Robert & Teresa Trout Paul Ostuni & Carol Frese

Champagne Dinner

Mountain Park

How could a four-course dinner that featured imported caviar, seared Dover sole, Provimi veal roulade, and pink grapefruit chiffon cake been made even more delectable? By perfectly pairing each course with a champagne. Mountain Park members savored the cuisine while sipping on Dom Perignon 2012, Ruinart Blanc de Blanc Non-Vintage, Veuve Clicquot Rose 2012, and Moet & Chandon Nectar Imperial Blanc.

Bennie Whipple, Maureen Doye, Judi Wojciechowski, and Susan Steinberg

Rich & Jocelyn Donnelly

Kay Margevich & Bernice Palmer

Angela Sauvé & Avi Premlall

Jose Romero & Berry Hiott

Gay Balogh & Chef Kevin Furmanek

Lisa & Ray Taylor

Ken & Sharon Leonard, Mark & Tammy Miles Barb Wagner & Katie Gray

Ride with the Pros The Cliffs Mountain Region

Cycling enthusiasts from across The Cliffs communities had the opportunity to pedal alongside pros including George Hincapie, Christian Vande Velde, and Bobby Julich. The 25-mile scenic ride began and ended at The Cabin at Mountain Park. Cyclists enjoyed lunch at The Cabin following the ride.

Sandy Helm, Perry Helm, Scott Ledgerwood

Norm Schulman, Jake Wickiser, Marcus Aurelius

George Hincapie

SMART-SIZED LUXURY, EXQUISITELY CRAFTED

A Conveniently Curated Homebuilding Experience.

Francis Turck and Todd Warden

CULINARY ROADSHOW

The Cliffs culinary team merges into the fast lane with a fully loaded food truck

The celebrated cuisine members at The Cliffs crave can now cruise down neighborhood streets.

“This idea had been in Chef Francis Turck’s brain a long time,” says Keowee Vineyards General Manager Brian Fox. “It’s nice that it has finally come to a reality and is operating.”

The marinating and prep that’s gone into The Cliffs properties first food truck makes Julia Child’s beef bourguignon look like a microwave dinner. But all involved say the wait has been worth it. “Chef Shawn Creef has been working with me on this,” says Senior Executive Chef Francis Turck. “We wanted a truck that will bring the fun to events at The Cliffs, while maintaining the quality and variety of dishes we’re known for.”

After an initial search for just the right truck, Turck and Creef went back to management to grow the budget. After months of planning and execution, a 30-foot, custom truck outfitted with the latest equipment is ready to roll through all seven properties.

“So many trucks are one-trick ponies. They’re a taco truck, or a Greek gyro truck. They don’t have a full stove and you have to compromise when cooking,” explains Turck. “But we wanted to do it all. We’ve built a truck with a six-eye burner, convection oven, flat-top griddle, double fryer, heating wells, refrigerator, small freezer and a refrigerated prep station.”

Translation: no more getting by trying to keep food warm, or

cold, with heat packs and travel coolers.

“We upgraded the truck in so many areas, even in lighting, music, and an extra awning that tables can fit underneath,” the chef shares. “We worked as a team to come up with all of these ideas and we’ll be able to serve residents with all kinds of themed menus.”

Each chef has a “strength” and they’re ready to hit the road. “I’m crazy about Italian, so I’ll do Italian nights,” Turck says. “Shawn is quite the barbecue guy. Imagine doing a barbecue throwdown at the Equestrian Center. And Rob is crazy about Mexican food. There will be nachos at some point, because he’s a nacho connoisseur.”

Members can rent the truck, and in addition to forming the secret sauce for new events, it enhances established events with just the right amount of spice. “It’s an opportunity to take a kitchen anywhere,” says Fox. “We’ve been limited in how far away from the kitchen we can serve quality food, and this enables us to take it anywhere. I’m encouraged by the challenge of providing interesting menus and this will enable our chefs to showcase their creativity at golf tournaments, member’s homes, a great spot by the lake, wherever we feel like it.”

Block parties, birthday parties, Beach Club parties are all simmering, as the chefs simply pass the keys off to one another. Turck wipes his hands on his apron, while saying, “We just want to make sure it’s utilized between all the communities, and everyone gets a chance to do something special with it.”

Let the good food roll.

FOILING AROUND

The Cliffs taps into the latest in aquatic sports technology to bring members the ride of a lifetime

The Ebers can’t wait to leave their yearround home in Pittsburgh to return to the warm waters of Lake Keowee.

“We try to get down a week each month during the summer and the fall too,” says matriarch and “household engineer” Brenda Eber. Corralling her husband, and two boys, for the journey to their vacation home at The Cliffs at Keowee Springs is rarely difficult, knowing a new water sport awaits: eFoiling. “The boys absolutely love it,” says their mom. “In fact, we liked it so much, we bought a board! The boys can’t wait to get back on it.”

EFoiling is shorthand for riding electric hydrofoil surfboards. Avid surfer and engineer Nick Leason produced the first commercial-grade board to surf above the water in Puerto Rico in 2016. Using technology from smartphones, electric vehicles and drones, riders use a remote control to guide the board that moves through the water without wind, waves or ropes. Users describe it as a cross between a surfboard and jet ski.

FUN FACTS

· It’s easier to learn on the edges of summer in the spring and fall, when the lake is less crowded.

· Our instructor will meet members just about anywhere, including Lake Keowee, Lake Jocassee, and Lake Hartwell.

· Other types of foiling include: Wind, Kite, Wake & Surf.

“It makes you feel free,” explains 11-year-old Mason Eber. “You’re in control of everything. I feel it’s easier than other surfing. Sometimes, I’m just singing in my head and going around the lake.” Mason and his brother Ty first got up on foil boards at a demo day at the Beach Club at Keowee Springs more than a year ago.

Brianna Fournier, Beach Club and Outdoor Pursuits Director at The Cliffs, initially encountered foiling while working on Richard Branson’s Necker Island. She knew it was something members of The Cliffs would enjoy. “The special thing about eFoiling is that you don’t need wind, or to be pulled by a boat,” she explains. “You can go out on any body of water, with your battery, board, and remote control and you’re all set. It takes a few lessons, but a lot of rookies are up within two hours. It’s accessible to a wide range of people. When you get enough speed, it just lifts you right up.”

The Cliffs has partnered with a local instructor, Nathan Pinner with eFoil SC, who meets members at their home docks or the Beach Club. “The sport is really taking off in a lot of places,” says Fournier. “The lake is the perfect spot to learn. The boards can go up to 25 miles an hour and batteries last up to two hours, depending on how hard you’re riding.”

One demo day and two lessons later, the Ebers purchased their own board. “It’s not cheap, but we thought we’ll be able to do this for a while,” Brenda says. “The kids picked it up so easily, we thought when guests come, they can do it too. When we’re hanging out on the dock, the boys want to go out on the board before the boat.”

Mason nods in agreement. “Everything blows in the wind. It’s a fun thing that you can enjoy with your friends. It’s just fun.” Grab that board and go.

SMALL STEPS, BIG IMPACT

CRO is on a mission to meet the needs of school children and their families to make a big change in their lives

Life has a way of bringing unexpected challenges and Cliffs Residents Outreach (CRO), a 501(c) (3) nonprofit, wants to help meet those obstacles head on.

Each of the five CRO chapters annually budget funds for health, nutrition, and emergency family situations so that they can make a difference in the lives of families across the many schools CROs support.

SMALL ACTS OF KINDNESS WITH DIGNITY

A teacher noticed a third-grade student struggling to see the blackboard and papers, so the school tapped into Glassy CRO’s emergency funds and arranged for an eye exam and glasses. This small CRO grant greatly impacted a family who didn’t have the means to meet an immediate need.

When CRO became aware that some children’s lunches were different — purchased lunches differ from statefunded lunches — funds were provided to ensure every child gets the same lunch. No child is different and no child is hungry.

Another way CRO meets school children’s needs is by stocking school closets with supplies and clothing.

SOMETIMES IT TAKES A VILLAGE

Usually, it’s quiet during the Christmas holiday, which is why Keowee Vineyards CRO was surprised when a local elementary school principal called the day after Christmas. Seven children who were living with their

grandparents became homeless when fire from a vacant camper spread to their home.

The school principal orchestrated a communitywide response. CRO covered the cost of temporary hotel rooms and Keowee Vineyard’s Men’s Bible Study Group provided gift cards for repair materials and funds to remove the camper’s remains. United Way of Pickens County coordinated with the electric company to restore the home’s power and Pickens Middle School collected money and replaced all the damaged mattresses.

Likewise, when a single mother of two school-age children became sick and lost her job, CRO covered her electric bill for two months, so the lights and heat stayed on. Small grants...big impact.

GROWING UP WITH CRO MENTORS

Children who experience high poverty and attend a school supported by a CRO usually benefit from at least one of the nonprofit’s programs. Haley Moody, who attended school in Oconee County, has a unique story as she has “grown up” with several Keowee Falls CRO-programs and volunteers.

While she wasn’t aware of the snacks, books, or technology provided by CRO to her Tamasseee Salem Elementary School, Moody fondly recalls participating in CRO’s Stargirls’ program as a fifth-grader. Each week, CRO volunteers led discussions about bullying and friendship and shared insights about the importance of education.

In middle and high school, Moody participated in CRO Women On the Way (WOW) girls’ program, in which mentors discussed topics from career options to the impact of social media. They also offered advice on challenges Moody faced

and provided “safety-net” access to clothes, school supplies, and hygiene items from Grace’s Closet, sponsored by CRO.

“Throughout my journey in school, the volunteers and the CRO programs have helped prepare me for the workforce and for starting my own business,” Moody says. “I cherish each memory, each life lesson and each volunteer that has helped me become the young adult I am.”

Moody now works at The Cliffs at Keowee Falls Wellness Center and attends cosmetology school.

Similarly, Keowee Springs CRO establishes enduring relationships through its volunteer school mentor program. Nearly 40 volunteer mentors meet weekly with their “at risk” students from Six Mile Elementary School, R.C. Edwards Middle School, and D.W. Daniel High School. The goal is to “grow up” with your mentee and be there until the student graduates from high school. And the friendships go beyond school with many mentors hosting outings like movies, mini golf, and ball games.

Justin Petesen, R.C. Edwards Middle School’s assistant principal, believes the program has a profound impact on students. “When this kid is 26 years old, he will say that the biggest influence on me at school was not my teachers. It was this guy who saw me once a week and just talked to me,” Petesen says.

Pickens County YMCA administers the program, providing training and working with the schools to assign mentors to students.

NUTRITION FOR AFTER-SCHOOL ATHLETES

Like many Upstate schools, Travelers Rest High School has a high percentage of students living at or near the poverty level who don’t have access to healthy nutritious snacks outside of school lunch. Valley/Mountain Park CRO stepped in to meet that need — particularly for students participating in afterschool sports.

All 200 students who use the school’s training facility daily have access to chocolate milk, sports drinks, peanut butter, fruit, and protein bars provided as needed by CRO.

“Post-workout nutrition really helped us get enough calories to gain muscle and get stronger,” says Caleb, a student who uses the training facility. “I have seen a difference both physically and in confidence in myself and classmates. We are extremely thankful for the generosity of the CRO.”

INFORMATION

“I cherish each memory, each life lesson and each volunteer that has helped me become the young adult I am.”

– HALEY MOODY

> TO LEARN MORE, DONATE, OR GET INVOLVED WITH CRO CHAPTERS SERVING OUR SIX SOUTH CAROLINA COMMUNITIES, VISIT CROCOMMUNITIES.COM.

Haley Moody with mentors Sara Holler (left) and Colleen Delahunty.

KEEPING TRACK

Model railroad buff lays the table for his lifelong hobby

Well, he was small then, but so were his trains—O gauge, to be precise, richly detailed scale models of real trains he used to see when he was growing up in Long Island, New York. That’s where his father, John, gave him his first train set, extending a tradition that dated back to 1928, when John’s father, George, gave his son his first train set.

Cliffs Living sat down with Barrie and he showed off a 36-footlong table filled with engines and cars on three-rail tracks that wind through and around small towns and a whimsical Christmas village.

“My father enlisted in World War II and was sent to Okinawa and, incredibly, came back, and then, in 1948, after he’d been back a few years — I was 5 years old — he started buying for me, every Christmas, a new Lionel train set.”

Barrie and his wife of 50 years, Donna, moved to The Cliffs at Glassy in 2002. Barrie had recently retired after 32 years with TAMS, an engineering and architecture firm. And Donna, a former high school teacher, had recently become a chaplain.

If you think model trains inspire magic, that’s not the only magic that chugs through their story. When they first looked at their house at Glassy, why, lo and behold, there on the lower/first level of the house…

“The realtor brings me down here, and I see this guy had his train running,” Barrie recalls.

“That was the seller,” Donna says, adding, “I think God meant us to be here because we first saw the Chapel and then we saw the train table. I mean, what’s the likelihood?”

Now you hear chug-chug-chug and the whoosh of steam and

even people.

A male voice, using the old term for an all-clear, intones: “The conductor’s given us the highball.” And Barrie points to a passenger train, “When I slow it down, it says, ‘Now arriving at Such-andSuch station,’ and, ‘Watch your step getting off.’”

Half of the table features a winter village with items the couple purchased in Germany. The section he most cherishes shows a hamlet circa post-WWII: soldiers flirting with girls; a couple sitting in the backseat of a 1950s coupe; a campground; a “bikini beach,” as Barrie calls it, on the river where a father and son are fishing.

He’s especially fond of Plasticville, Lionel’s trademark town, whose pieces once belonged to his father: the Frosty Bar, the Plasticville Fire Department, homes, a gas station, market, and a church, among others.

“We want to get our church youth group here,” Donna says. But since the pandemic idled the trains, and because their five grandchildren couldn’t visit, the tracks now must be cleaned for the engines to run. “We are now getting it all running again to show other children and friends because kids (and adults now) don’t travel by train anymore.”

In the meantime, one can’t help but ask if the couple thought they’d found paradise when they first saw their idyllic home at The Cliffs with its extraordinary views and train table ready to roll.

Says Donna, “We still are in paradise.”

“We are now getting it all running again to show other children and friends because kids (and adults now) don’t travel by train anymore.”

– DONNA HEINZENKNECHT

Barrie Heinzenknecht was just a boy when he started as a train engineer.

DESIGN + BUILD + INTERIORS

HANDCRAFTED HOMES | LIFELONG RELATIONSHIPS

DESIGN + BUILD + INTERIORS

HANDCRAFTED HOMES | LIFELONG RELATIONSHIPS

PHOTO BY STONE IMPRESSIONS

Full Steam Ahead

You’ve likely hiked on them, bounced your mountain bike up and down them, and cycled on freshly asphalted updates of them. You could also safely bet that you wouldn’t live in The Cliffs communities in Upstate South Carolina or Western North Carolina without them. We’re talking about railroads. Their tracks — along with so many railbeds that have long since been abandoned — run through the region’s rich history and into the future.

Train hopping may be a thing of the past, but the notion of riding the rails is full-steam ahead. Minus the trains and tracks, multiuse rail trails are created along abandoned railroad corridors providing wide, flat paths ideal for biking and walking.1

Several cities and towns within a few miles of many of The Cliffs communities already blow their horns about those already firing their economic development. Those railsto-trails include the Swamp Rabbit Trail in Greenville, South Carolina, and the Doodle Trail in Easley, South Carolina, a 20-minute drive from The Cliffs at Keowee Falls.

More are coming, namely the Saluda Grade,

a 31-mile rail-trail planned from Inman, South Carolina to Zirconia, North Carolina, just south of Hendersonville, North Carolina; and the Ecusta Trail, a 19.4-mile pathway connecting Hendersonville with Brevard, North Carolina.

As Kieran Roe, executive director of the nonprofit Hendersonville-based Conserving Carolina, told Greenville Journal in August 2022, “We think that’s part of our mission: to get people outdoors and get them inspired about what nature can do for us.”

Those initiatives have been a “phenomenon in Western North Carolina for a long time,” says Dr. Dan Pierce, Mountain South Distinguished Professor of History at UNC Asheville and an expert on the railroads’ colorful history in these parts.

“So many people don’t realize it,” he adds, “but so many of the trails — the hiking trails and biking trails in the region are old railroad grades that were built by the logging folks.”

Wood, of course, goes into building homes and businesses and factories — and making paper. In the 1880s, he says, the world’s mostdesired paper started chugging more and more into the area: dollar bills, greenbacks.

From hogs to logs to jogs, N.C. railways track region’s history

“Western North Carolina had the largest old-growth hardwood forest, really, anywhere in the U.S., and so very quickly — kind of like coal in West Virginia — the money, the entrepreneurs, huge investment from outside the region came in to build spur railroads off of the main Western North Carolina Railroad and up into about every cove and holler.”

But before that, railway investors and operators faced more than just some risky fiscal cliffs: they had to construct lines around and over cliffs and under mountains. Take, for instance, the Saluda Grade, “one of the scariest and most daunting sections of main line anywhere in the country.”2

Soon, the undaunted rail lines began hauling in “money, power, and a taste of affluence to Western North Carolina.”3 In other words, Asheville, a mountain hamlet that was little more than a cow-andhog town, was “emerging as a magnet for tourists seeking the healing climate.”

And we’re not talking about just any tourists. The area, which had already established itself as a hotspot place to visit, became a magnet for the elite, Pierce says.

Among the “fat cats,” as he calls them, he namedrops George Vanderbilt, the zillionaire New Yorker who amassed his fortune in steamboats and, yes, railroads. In 1888, Vanderbilt built himself a fine mountain retreat: the 250-room Biltmore Estate, whose entrance just so happened to be steps away from the Southern Railway Depot.

As for Western North Carolina’s railroads today, Pierce, who lives about a half-hour drive from The Cliffs at Walnut Cove, sees three or four trains a day roll out of the Swannanoa Gap Tunnel. The 1,832-foot-long burrow opened in 1879, opening the way for, well, how folks got here in the first place.

Nowadays, Pierce says, “A lot of people have been pushing for the restoration of some sort of passenger service. I think it’s probably unlikely,” he says, adding, “I guess the best way to look at it is what Asheville was prior to the coming of the railroad and what Asheville quickly became after the railroad.”

OPPOSITE PAGE: Last steam locomotive in regular service at Brevard June 6, 1952. AT RIGHT, FROM TOP DOWN: Passenger engine at Brevard early 1920s Southern Railway; Train Timetable; Current view of Swamp Rabbit Trail.

1According to a WNC magazine article. 2According to AmericanRails.com. 3According DigitalHeritage.org.

Little Town, Big Appeal

Landrum has something for everyone from shopping to dining to outdoor activities

SMALL TOWN SPOTLIGHT: LANDRUM, SC

Between its quaint, walkable downtown, its myriad antique shops, and its lovely setting tucked up against the Blue Ridge Mountains, it’s no wonder that Landrum, South Carolina, has been named one of the “South’s Best Small Towns” by Southern Living magazine. The charming little city (population 2,500), is just 10 miles from The Cliffs at Glassy and within an hour of the other communities at The Cliffs. Besides being a destination in itself, Landrum is a great jumping-off point from which to explore some of the area’s historic and recreational sites.

TIME TO EAT

Landrum obliges with good places to dine. Housed in a former mercantile on the corner of East Rutherford Street near the railroad tracks, The Hare and Hound Pub has been a local favorite for 20 years. The pub serves lunch and dinner seven days a week and features an extensive menu of classic pub and traditional American fare from Guinness beef pie to pecan-crusted North Carolina mountain trout. A mile or so down Rutherford, Stone Soup is a market and cafe where stone-fired pizzas and calzones take center stage. Sara McClure, a 2018 South Carolina Chef Ambassador, serves up smoked meats, Lexington, South Carolina, pulled pork, and Cajun-inspired dishes at Southside Smokehouse , nearby on Asheville Highway. Locals know to go for the chef’s weekly specials.

VINTAGE TREASURES

History and recreational pursuits aside, you could easily while away a day in Landrum by browsing the antique shops and boutiques hidden inside 19th- and early 20th-century brick buildings along Rutherford Street, the main artery. Start your hunt at The Shops at Landrum Antique Mall and wind through the warren of booths displaying a vast trove of treasures. Then head to Expressions Unlimited and Thrill of the Hunt for more vintage finds. If it’s hand-crafted furnishings you seek, pop into Foothills Amish Furniture to peruse the hardwood furniture, upholstered pieces, and Adirondack chairs in a rainbow of colors. Landrum is horse country, home to steeplechase races and fox hunts, and Horse and Home accordingly stocks a wide range of horseand hunt-themed home accessories. Just outside downtown, on Asheville Highway, Stitching Fox is the place to go for all things needlepoint, from handpainted canvases to every color of thread.

HIKING AND HISTORY

All around Landrum, the great outdoors beckons. Five-and-a-half miles of hiking and riding trails weave through the 384 acres of Foothills Equestrian Nature Center (FENCE) in nearby Tryon. At FENCE, you’ll also find the eastern trailhead of the Blue Wall Passage, part of the Palmetto Trail. The 14-mile passage runs through the easternmost section of the Blue Ridge Escarpment, climbing steeply in the last two miles up to Vaughns Gap.

The Cherokee Foothills Scenic Highway (Highway 11) traces an old Cherokee footpath for 130 miles from Fair Play to Gaffney. Along the way, there are countless opportunities for hiking at several state parks, including Table Rock, Jones Gap, and Caesars Head.

For history lovers, Campbell’s Covered Bridge lies off Highway 414, a short drive from the center of Landrum. South Carolina’s only remaining covered bridge was constructed between 1909 and 1911. The 38-foot-long bridge spans Beaverdam Creek and is surrounded by a park that’s perfect for picnicking.

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Embraced by rolling hills and horse pastures hemmed in by white fences, the Red Horse Inn is an ideal roost for a weekend of exploring Landrum and the surrounding area. Located in the quiet countryside, just a few miles away from Landrum off Highway 14, the inn offers six rooms and six cottages — all with fireplaces — spread around the tranquil grounds. Breakfasts are provided in your in-room refrigerator, to be enjoyed when and where you please, while on weekend evenings (April–November), you can sip a selection from the wine bar and join the folks on the patio for live music. The rest of the year, the inn hosts monthly indoor events.

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Locally-made items for a perfect day on the lake

For the best sun proof and waterproof gear out there, look no further than these South Carolina-based companies. Cliffs Living crafted a guide to some of the best local products that will keep you looking good and feeling good out on the lake.

1. TRITON 10’6” SUP by Boardworks—the beauty of this stand-up paddleboard is that it was designed for use by all sizes and ages. It’s perfect for short trips and a relaxing experience. Boardworks paddleboards are made by Confluence Outdoor in Greenville, South Carolina. You can buy them at a variety of local retailers like Half Moon Outfitters.

2. FISHING SHIRT by Prodoh—this shirt keeps kids cool and dry with its vented back panel and the UPF 50 fabric keeps them protected from the sun. Prodoh was created by two dads, both avid fishermen, who couldn’t find quality fishing apparel for their kids—so they made it themselves! Prodoh products can be found at www.prodoh.com.

3. PERFORMANCE SHORT by Prodoh—a quick-dry, UPF 50 performance short that will keep your child looking good and feeling good on the lake. Prodoh, an outdoor apparel company headquartered in Greenville, South Carolina, offers a variety of swimwear, clothing, and accessories for kids and adults. Products are available at local retailers and at www.prodoh.com.

4. WADERS by RHEOS Nautical Eyewear—a floating, polarized pair of sunglasses that are made to be used on the water. Sunglasses from the Charleston-based company, which offers options for men, women, and children, can be purchased at www.rheosgear.com or at local retailers like Fowler’s Pharmacy.

5. LONG-SLEEVED 8 WEIGHT T-SHIRT by Free Fly—with this extra soft, tri-blend T-shirt, you’ll look good with the custom graphics and feel good, too. The long sleeves will keep you warm on cooler mornings on the lake and can help protect you from the hot afternoon sun. Free Fly products are available at local retailers and at www.freeflyapparel.com.

6. WAVE SNAPBACK TRUCKER HAT by Free Fly—like all performance apparel by this Charleston-based company, this hat was designed with comfort in mind so the focus can be on outdoor adventures. The cotton-mesh combo makes for easy cleaning. Free Fly products are available at local retailers and at www.freeflyapparel.com.

7. NON-TIPPING SLIM CAN COOLER by Toadfish—this beverage cooler is specifically designed for slim 12 ounce cans. It uses smart-grip technology to adhere to any smooth surface. The double-wall vacuum insulation keeps drinks cool for long boating trips. All products from Charleston-based Toadfish are available at www.toadfish.com.

8. THE ANCHOR UNIVERSAL NON-TIPPING CUP by Toadfish— the best part of this cup holder is that it anchors to any smooth surface, which means sharp turns on the boat won’t cause your drink to spill! Even with the airtight suction, the cup holder still lifts easily. Purchase the cup holder at www.toadfish.com.

9. THE POUCH by Kanga—this iceless cooler, which gained fame on TV’s Shark Tank, will keep your drinks cold for up to seven hours. Headquartered in Greenville, South Carolina, Kanga offers coolers in a variety of colors and sizes, all of which are designed to easily slide in a six- or 12-pack of drinks or a case of beer. Kanga products are available at local retailers and at www.kangacoolers.com.

10. THE PERFORMANCE ROOSKI by Kanga—a double-walled, vacuum-sealed can cooler that will keep your beverage cold all day while staying free of condensation. The elastic “no drop” grip helps you comfortably hold on to your drink while out on the water. Kanga products are available at local retailers and at www.kangacoolers.com.

11. JOYRIDE 10.0 KAYAK by Perception Kayaks—this kayak is designed to maximize your experience with superior stability, super comfortable seating, and accessible storage — including a slot for a cell phone. Perception Kayaks are manufactured by Confluence Outdoor, based in Greenville, South Carolina, and can be found at www.perceptionkayaks.com or your local Half Moon Outfitters.

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FAZIO’S Encore

Tom Fazio wraps his course designs at The Cliffs with the one-of-a-kind Keowee Springs course

Much like a parent, golf course architects will not reveal their favorite design. They put their blood, sweat, and tears into giving nature a gift.

Tom Fazio is no exception. With hundreds of golf courses across the United States, it would be tough to pick a favorite selection with countless awards bestowed upon his creations. However, the revered statesman of modern-day golf course architecture does not shy away when talking about the affinity for his multidecade partnership with The Cliffs.

“You have to have a great client that allows you to make the course distinct,” says Fazio. “In the case of The Cliffs, we were given the opportunity to figure out what fits into the property to make it special.”

In the late 1990s, Fazio’s brilliant design at The Cliffs at Keowee Vineyards brought a new level of design excellence to the Blue Ridge Mountains. After The

Cliffs decided to pull the trigger on their sixth golf course community and third on Lake Keowee, Fazio got a call to bring his work back to the Carolinas.

“It certainly was a joyful call because working for The Cliffs, the experience I had at Keowee Vineyards was outstanding,” says Fazio. “It is hard not to go back in your memory and bring up a lot of pleasant, fun, and enjoyable days working with The Cliffs. The overall variety of courses and elevation details all fit in my program.”

Just as the case was at Keowee Vineyards, working on Lake Keowee is the ideal setup for Fazio to give special attention to detail.

“A little bit selfishly, The Cliffs is in my backyard and I can go there on a regular basis,” says Fazio. “From my office in Hendersonville, it’s only 45 minutes away.”

“Keowee Springs was a large chunk of land. No roads or housing, but a tree-covered wonderful environment that we knew would have great long-range views when we removed vegetation. If the land is dead flat, you create elevation changes, but at Keowee Springs we had natural elevations and terrain to work with. The environment of the region has varied elevation changes and that is great for design purposes as it allows us to create individual golf holes.”

To the untrained eye, it is tough to visualize what the outcome could be. But Fazio is a seasoned veteran.

“You start on a blank piece of paper with lots of lines and if you are not used to looking at that, you just see lines,” says Fazio. “But designers see ridge-top greens, towering tee boxes, and natural sloping fairways. The Cliffs allowed us to execute the individual character and even go back to do a landscaping program, which certainly helps the longevity of the course’s aesthetics.”

Overall, Keowee Springs was a recipe for success.

“It was automatic, we had all these ingredients,” says Fazio.

A distinguishing feature of Keowee Springs is the three sets of six-hole loops, creating an array of options for those not wanting to play a full 18. The final routing was not necessarily part of the first design phase, but became a natural fit given where the amenities would eventually be placed.

“When you have this type of land, we did not need to have the ninth hole come back to the clubhouse. Pebble Beach, Cypress Point, and The Old Course at St. Andrews don’t do that either. With the routing, that came as a bonus of how the golf holes were placed on the land. It just so happened it was six, six, and six,” says Fazio.

The natural progressions Fazio’s team went through during the design created perhaps the most family-oriented golf course at The Cliffs.

“I am a family guy, six kids and 18 grandkids,” says Fazio. ”It is a spirit and part of our DNA. I like that whole experience of the family environment. It is not abnormal; it is logical and ideal. Not something that is created, but natural.”

For members and guests playing at Keowee Springs, they will find an inviting course with striking topography coupled

with gorgeous bunkering. Fazio has become known for these features in the golf course design world throughout his storied career, especially the important role of bunkers.

“Bunkers are a distinctive feature that set up the frame for the golf hole and placement,” says Fazio. “It is not to make it difficult but to give players a target line to aim to. Bunkers help to create variety in the golf holes and their site line. They are strategic and an important feature, not just a hazard. They are there for the drama that can be created on the golf course. Hit it away from there and play around it. The main function is to give you an opportunity to create an experience.”

At the practice facility, Fazio gives credit to The Cliffs for allowing his team the chance to design a premiere facility for members to hone their skills prior to heading to the first tee.

“You have to have a great client that allows you to do those kinds of things and have to have enough land,” says Fazio. “Without the space it does not work. In the case of Keowee Springs, we were given the opportunity to figure out what fits into the property.”

Since Keowee Springs opened just over a decade ago, the course has proven to stand the test of time. It has become a testament to careful planning.

“We have done some tweaking over time, planted vegetation to reestablish the area where there were construction scars,” says Fazio. “A golf course is a living and growing environment. The Cliffs understands quality facilities and lets us tweak what we needed.”

Fazio also is excited about the highly anticipated clubhouse set on a ridge top overlooking the 18th green and practice facility with gorgeous views of Lake Keowee draped on the other side.

“This clubhouse will add another dimension to The Cliffs,” says Fazio. “If you have never been there before and you read about the amenities and look at the variety of golf and programming, it gets you excited.”

“A golf course is a living and growing environment. The Cliffs understands quality facilities and lets us tweak what we needed.”

– TOM FAZIO

“You have to have a great client that allows you to make the course distinct.”

– TOM FAZIO, GOLF COURSE ARCHITECT, THE CLIFFS AT KEOWEE SPRINGS

KEOWEE SPRINGS HOLE BY HOLE

NO. 1: PAR 4 - 380 YARDS

Start your round hitting from an elevated tee box with an inviting downhill view and gorgeous backdrop. The fairway bends slightly to the left from top to bottom and players should aim to favor the right side to set up the desirable angle for your approach. A tricky downhill lie is almost unavoidable, but the green is welcoming even with a large bunker protecting its left side.

NO. 2: PAR 4 - 399 YARDS

This striking hole, particularly gorgeous from the back tees, presents players with a continuing rise from tip of the fairway to top of the green. The snaking fairway has bunkers on both sides, but hitting the landing area in between will set up a shorter iron to the elevated green. Balls likely will come to rest on the right side of the fairway giving players a manageable shot to the left-angled green.

NO. 3: PAR 3 - 192 YARDS

A straightforward par 3 plays slightly downhill with players needing to avoid a larger bunker protecting the right side of the green. If not taking aim at the flag, use the left side of the sloping fairway to run the ball onto the green.

(yardages from black tees)

NO. 4: PAR 4 - 423 YARDS

Don’t be deceived by this hole’s difficulty because, at first glance, it’s one of the toughest at Keowee Springs. Playing as a dogleg right, the landing area is guarded by a bunker on the right. A tee shot coming to rest on the slanted left side offers the best angle for your approach, but players will have a flatter lie on the right side of the fairway. If not attacking the pin, use the fairway to run the ball on the left side of the green and avoid the greenside bunker to the right.

NO. 5: PAR 4 - 394 YARDS

This straight par 4 has players hit to a wide plateau fairway guarded by a purposefully placed bunker on the left side. A well struck drive that avoids the bunker will give players a good vantage point of the elevated green. Two greenside bunkers flank both sides and force players to attack the green by air.

NO. 6: PAR 5 - 554 YARDS

The first par 5 at Keowee Springs is a true risk reward that can set up quality ball strikers with scoring opportunities. Off the tee, the hole plays slightly uphill to a landing area guarded by a bunker on the right. Higher handicaps should opt for a fairway approach and play their next shot to the second landing area. Confident hitters can go for the green in two but need to be mindful of the three bunkers on the right side leading up to the green. Don’t ignore the bunker on the left side either as its placement forces the consequences of bailing out. An opportunity for a red number could be present but be sure to stick your ball on the correct level of its twotiered green for the best chance.

NO. 7: PAR 4 - 368 YARDS

Sitting at the apex of Keowee Springs, this dogleg-right par 4 offers players a large landing area to the left of the fairway bunker. Players who are able to carry their drive past the bunker will have a short wedge in while players keeping the ball well clear of trouble face a longer — but manageable — approach. The elevated green is guarded by a large bunker on its right side with the safe play being to let the ball funnel down the left-sloping fairway to the green.

NO. 8: PAR 5 - 558 YARDS

This scenic and very reachable par 5 plays downhill into a valley allowing players to swing for the fences. The fairway bunker is atop a drop off on the left and a bunker-long right makes players want to keep the tee shot centered. A mid-iron layup is the smart shot and will leave players on top of a ridge with a manageable angle in. An opportunity to go for the green in two presents itself to longer hitters but be wary of flirting with the bunker guarding the right side of the green as well as a cluster of three more on the left side. The multilevel green requires a controlled and precise approach shot depending on the pin placement.

NO. 9: PAR 3 - 209 YARDS

The first nine closes out with a downhill par 3 amid a sweeping fairway approach to the right. The green is protected by two bunkers on the left that slope from the front to back. Short shots that release will still find themselves dancing on the green for a birdie putt opportunity most likely uphill.

NO. 10: PAR 5 - 549 YARDS

The back nine greets players with a long, dogleg right par 5 boasting a generous fairway and large landing areas, which gives players confidence to score off the tee. Be cautious of two stacked bunkers on the left side that creep into the fairway. Your second shot may play downhill, and the inviting landing area is accented by a bunker on the right side. The approach shot centers between two bunkers guarding the green, with a recovery area on the green’s backside if players want to take sand completely out of play.

NO. 11: PAR 3 - 223 YARDS

This long par 3 plays over a deep valley, and a roomy fairway approach allows players to run the ball onto the green if needed. Two bunkers, one far left and the other short right, help frame the hole. Back pin placements make this hole much more difficult with pinpoint accuracy required to position the ball for a makeable birdie chance on the big, three-tiered green.

NO. 12: PAR 5 - 511 YARDS

Bending back to the Keowee Spring Bistro, players have an additional chance to refuel for the last six holes after this tricky par 5. This dogleg left climbs gradually from tee to green with the tee shot playing alongside a large valley accented by a fairway bunker on the left side. The second shot plays uphill to a landing area that grants creativity for the third. Depending on the day’s pin location, choose to enter the green on either side of the center bunker. A large landing area off to the right lets players avoid the bunkers but will challenge with contours through the green.

NO. 13: PAR 4 - 426 YARDS

With this dogleg-left hole playing over a valley between the tee and fairway, be cautious of the sloping fairway that may lead balls to the left side bunker. Another bunker on the fairway’s right side puts accuracy at a premium off the tee. Approach shots on the right side of the fairway offer the best angle of attack, but players may be faced with a downhill lie and another bunker hugging the green’s left side.

NO. 14: PAR 5 - 543 YARDS

This is the back nine’s third par 5 and last of your round. The tees on this hole lay beside a valley on the left and play up to a wide downhill-sloping fairway accented by a bunker on the right side. Some long tee shots will be observed here, making the attempt of reaching this green in two enticing yet demanding. The layup shot on this hole plays downhill to an area squeezed by alternating bunkers left and right and left again at the green. A wellplaced shot in between these bunkers still leaves a challenge on a tricky-reading green.

NO. 15: PAR 3 - 217 YARDS

Don’t get too distracted by the “S” shaped bunker short of the green; this slightly uphill par 3 is as beautiful as it is dramatic. The green is situated such that a player must decide whether to risk a shot over the bunker or aim to the right side of the green where there is ample room to operate at a much larger target. The green slopes from back to front making it receptive to shots landing on the putting surface remaining there.

NO. 16: PAR 4 - 196 YARDS

A long, dogleg left begins a challenging hole near the end of your round. Players may attempt to carry the angled bunkers placed along the left of the fairway to achieve the shortest possible approach shot. The safer route off to the right gives players a generous landing area but longer second shot with a right-to-left cross slope of the fairway. More bunkers are ahead surrounding the green’s left side. Par is an excellent score here.

NO. 17: PAR 3 - 186 YARDS

The final par 3 at Keowee Springs plays to a green nestled in a cove of trees boarded by a bunker along the right side. Its green slopes back to front with a small bailout area on the left side, allowing players to take aim and set up a makeable putt for momentum heading into the final hole.

NO. 18: PAR 4 - 474 YARDS

With the highly anticipated Keowee Spring clubhouse now visible on the course’s home hole, this straightway par 4 plays uphill and through a valley from tee to green. The landing area is framed with a bunker along the right side, and a tee shot favoring the right will be set up better for a run up onto the green that is protected by a bunker on its left. The sweeping fairway to the right of the green provides space and run up for players wanting to take the greenside bunker guarding the front left out of play.

ROAD LESS

OFF-ROADING ENTHUSIASTS

CHART A PATH FOR A NEW CLUB AT THE CLIFFS AT WALNUT COVE

oe Tanner and Fred Livingston took off for a jaunt in the country last October. They drove separately to the Uwharrie National Forest in central North Carolina, about three hours away from their homes in The Cliffs of Walnut Cove. There, they spent two days putting their Jeeps, and themselves, through the wringer, bumping over boulders on rough trails where, the next day, some 100 Marines would also learn from experts how to navigate bone-rattling paths.

It was just another weekend drive through the woods. And today, Tanner and Livingston are the driving force behind a new off-roading club coming soon to Walnut Cove.

Last fall, the guys took an advanced offroading course with OEX, which trains elite military personnel, industrial and humanitarianaid workers, and recreational aficionados like Livingston and Tanner.

“They set up a trail that has these huge boulders,” Tanner recalls of the experience in the sprawling national forest east of Charlotte. “You have to keep your vehicle such that it doesn’t tip over” — as he almost did when his Jeep tilted to a harrowing 27-degree angle.

So, yeah, this ain’t a garden-variety camping trip — although, off-roading can include some of that, too.

“You go to a destination, you camp out at a campground. Everybody makes their dinners,” Tanner says, also mentioning al fresco happy hours. The next morning, the caravan heads out for more adventures. And then: “You come back to your campground, cook your meal, tell stories, show off your different vehicles and all the gadgets you’ve got versus other gadgets. Then you leave Saturday or Sunday.”

It’s good times — though not exactly the kind of offering that springs to mind when you think of relaxing clubs at The Cliffs, with the lush golf courses, playground lakes, and calm-inducing mountain vistas.

As Livingston says with a chuckle, “It doesn’t exactly match up with what you would think would be The Cliffs’ members’ lifestyle.”

Yet several months ago, he and Tanner approached Andrew Lovice, Walnut Cove’s Director of Outdoor Pursuits, and Chris Rhodes, the community’s General Manager, about starting

– Andrew Lovice, Director of Outdoor Pursuits at Walnut Cove

an off-roading club there.

Says Lovice: “I initially just thought everybody was into playing golf or tennis — those are the two main activities — and there was really no hardcore outdoor group. Come to find out, we have quite a large amount of the population that really loves to hike, but also loves to do some of the more extreme versions of endurance sports — downhill mountain biking-type courses, outdoor climbing, indoor climbing. We have a crowd that definitely gravitates toward the higher-octane side of things.”

Livingston has gone off the beaten path since he was a boy back in the flatlands of his native south Georgia, where he rambled around dirt roads in a pickup truck. In 2019, after retiring from his financial advisory firm in Atlanta, he and his wife, Donna, moved permanently to Walnut Cove.

After 40 years, he says he was looking for pursuits in addition to golf and cycling.

“I was trying to figure out the best solution for me to transport a

mountain bike,” he says, so he bought a Jeep: “Basically, you know, a $58,000 bike rack.”

So what would be the appeal of taking out perfectly good vehicles that would return home mud-splashed or dirt-caked and potentially damaged?

“It’s a challenge,” Livingston says. “I mean, I’m a big nature guy, I hunt, I fish, I hike, I bike. Being in nature and being in places that people can’t get to is exciting.”

Likewise, both men say they enjoy the fellowship and, as they saw during their advanced off-roading course last fall, they got to meet others who have traveled disparate — and occasionally rock-, creekand felled tree-strewn — roads.

“It’s all kinds of people that enjoy getting outdoors, and it’s an easy way to do it without having to backpack and hike and haul all your stuff in,” Livingston says.

Which helps explain why Livingston and Tanner suggested adding an off-roading club to Walnut Cove’s expansive list of

“IN A WEIRD WAY, WALNUT COVE HAS MORE OF THE OFF-ROADING, MOUNTAIN-BIKE TYPE MEMBERS BECAUSE THAT’S WHERE WE ALL LIVE. AND OFF-ROADING IS BECOMING HUGE OUT HERE.”

offerings available to The Cliffs’ 5,000-plus members throughout the seven communities.

Rhodes, who owns a Jeep himself, liked the idea. After managing golf clubs in Palm Desert, California, and Sea Island, Georgia, he moved to Asheville largely because of its outdoor culture.

Underscoring Walnut Cove’s proximity to the Blue Ridge Mountains, he says, “In a weird way, Walnut Cove has more of the off-roading, mountain-bike type members because that’s where we all live. And off-roading is becoming huge out here.”

He goes on to mention a recent stop at a nearby gas station: “And there were about 30 Jeeps, all from Greenville, coming up here to hang out for a couple days and go to the Blue Ridge Parkway. So we have a ton of opportunities up here where it actually does fit.”

And Livingston mentions the peculiar happenstance so many of us experience when we, say, buy a new car and suddenly see a bunch more like it. He mentions a golf outing with a friend who later joined him on a couple of off-road expeditions.

“And then we were riding somewhere,” Livingston says, “and he says, ‘You know, I think you may have started something. I’m seeing a lot of Jeeps here in the neighborhood.’”

As for starting a club, Lovice says, “I was looking to do this program to basically put structure with it and plan excursions.”

Lovice and Rhodes say the group likely will get off the ground, so to speak, in the early part of 2023. Both predict at least 15 of Walnut Cove’s 600-some residents, and likely more, will get behind the wheel of the new club.

All four also note that off-roaders don’t tear up the environment; trails are set aside for these adventures. Tanner, for instance, mentions nearby off-road destinations such as Pisgah National Forest, whose halfmillion acres include dedicated off-roading trails, along with Virginia’s Shenandoah National Park, and the Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains.

As Lovice says, “There are a lot of roads, especially outside the general Asheville area that have pretty awesome, fairly remote roads that go on for a long stretch.”

Tanner says he expects quarterly outings and envisions each community at The Cliffs starting a club that will also serve as forum to share experiences and ideas.

“It’s a really cool kind of experience,” Lovice says. “In addition to the golf and tennis, this is going to widen the net essentially, because if you can create an easier path to get people hooked in with activities that they love and the things that draw them to the area in the first place — because Asheville is a pretty outdoorcentric place — I think that potentially draws a wider audience to The Cliffs.”

OFF-ROADING VS. OVERLANDING

• Typically done over distances of less than 50 miles.

• Often a single trail or destination.

• You’ll most likely want a tire-repair kit and a tire-traction device for getting unstuck.

• Typically done over longer distances of more than 50 miles.

• Often covers multiple destinations.

• You’ll often need food and other supplies for the road.

“IT’S ALL KINDS OF PEOPLE THAT ENJOY GETTING OUTDOORS, AND IT’S AN EASY WAY TO DO IT WITHOUT HAVING TO BACKPACK AND HIKE AND HAUL ALL YOUR STUFF IN.”

– Fred Livingston

CHASING ELEVATION

Three former military pilots on their flight path: from thrills in the service to chills at The Cliffs

With a shared history of navigating storms, missiles, and dead-of-night landings, it’s easy to assume that all military pilots are adrenaline junkies — but that couldn’t be further from the truth for these three easy-going members at The Cliffs. Peyton Russell, George Panasuk, and Andrew “Toby” Swasko are cut from the same cloth in only one way: they found just as much camaraderie during their time in the service as they have in their current communities at The Cliffs. Their stories, interests, and aircrafts couldn’t have been more different. Strap in and hold tight — we’re taking to the skies to hear how close calls and pickleball have shaped the momentum of these pilots’ lives.

Facing page, from left, Peyton Russell, Andrew “Toby” Swasko and George Panasuk.

GEORGE PANASUK

MARINE PILOT, A-4 SKYHAWK

“I wanted to be an astronaut when I was growing up,” says George Panasuk, a retired Marine and commercial pilot. “My dad was a Marine pilot during Korea, and then he went on to fly a career at TWA as a pilot. I didn’t mean to follow in his footsteps, it just kind of happened that way.”

Panasuk went to college on a Naval ROTC scholarship, during which he headed to flight school in Pensacola, Florida, and ultimately earned his wings in early 1980. “I was based up at Cherry Point, North Carolina, for three years and I was between all the wars,” says Panasuk. “Everything I did was essentially preparing for the Cold War against Russia. Every flight was a training flight of some kind, using the Russian defenses [as our target]. Those were the missiles we learned to fight against, all of our ground targets.”

Panasuk flew the A-4 Skyhawk, a single-seat attack airplane. “We deployed twice to Japan. We were over there for a year or so, and every squadron was represented either in Okinawa or Japan to protect both Japan and South Korea, should [forces from North Korea] ever come across the border,” adds Panasuk. “That was the mission: help the RoK [Republic of Korea], Marines, and Air Force defend South Korea.”

It was during this mission that Panasuk encountered his most adrenaline-charged moment. “We were on a training flight in Japan and the airplane had a control malfunction. I had to eject and leave the airplane in a rice patty somewhere in Northern Japan,” reflects Panasuk. “There’s not a lot of fear — you know the procedure by heart. But I remember thinking, ‘I’m in big trouble now.’” When asked if it was because the A-4 was an expensive piece of equipment, Panasuk laughs and admits: “Because they had to pay the Japanese farmer for all the land that was destroyed.”

Panasuk went on to spend two years as a flight instructor in the Advanced Training Squadron in Meridian, Mississippi, before making the decision to become a commercial pilot. “My intent had been to stay in [the military] for a full 20 [years], but then we had kids. My wife and I didn’t want to have to move them every three years, and start over again — plus, the airplane I was flying was being phased out,” says Panasuk, who knew he had a decision to make. “In the long term, for my family, it turned out to be the best choice at the time,” he adds. He would go on to fly for FedEx.

Now retired, Panasuk and his wife stay busier than they’ve ever been. “I really don’t miss the flying,” laughs

Panasuk, who chose The Cliffs at Glassy both for the wealth of recreational opportunities and the welcoming community. “We quickly found that there’s a ready-made support system up here, where we’d have no problem staying busy and making friends. [So] we found a piece of land we loved down at the end of Raptor Way, bought it in 2012 and broke ground in September of 2016.”

Instead of flying the skies, today you’ll catch Panasuk playing pickleball, volunteering at the Glassy Mountain Fire Department or going for a ride with a group of other motorcycle enthusiasts. “I’ve always ridden motorcycles, so this is like motorcycle heaven up here,” he says, adding: “I guess motorcycles are my airplanes now. They’re all the adrenaline rush I need.”

“My dad was a Marine pilot during Korea, and then he went on to fly a career at TWA as a pilot. I didn’t mean to follow in his footsteps, it just kind of happened that way.”

ANDREW “TOBY” SWASKO MARINE PILOT, F-8 CRUSADER

“I’d never been in an airplane, never thought about flying, but it led to a great career,” reflects Toby Swasko, who admits he “was screwing up in college and wasting my father’s money, so I decided to go into the service.” Swasko was accepted into the Marine Corps flight program, where he flew five years under the call sign ‘Guppy,’ before becoming a commercial pilot of 36 years for United Airlines.

“I entered the Marine Aviation Cadet Program in the fall of 1961 and won my Naval Aviator wings in March of 1963,” says Swasko, whose orders sent him to South Carolina, where he flew the F-8 Crusader, the Marine Corps’ first supersonic fighter. “Our squadron deployed frequently to Roosevelt Roads Naval Station, Puerto Rico, and Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, so that we could practice air-to-air gunnery and air-combat maneuvering out over the Caribbean, away from commercial traffic.”

In the early 1960s, Swasko often flew top cover for aircraft intelligence gathering missions off the coast of Cuba. “The airplanes that were gathering intelligence would be at about 20,000 feet, and we’d be at about 35,000 feet over them,” acting as protection against any enemy combatants looking to shoot down the planes. The threat of missiles didn’t compare to the most thrilling part of Swasko’s time flying the F-8, however: night landings on carriers at sea.

“When you talk to a naval aviator about night landings on carriers, the only people that understand what you’re talking about is another guy that’s done it. You just can’t explain it,” says Swasko. “Air Force pilots do the same mission that Navy and Marine Corps pilots do, but when they come back to their base, they come back to a 12,000-foot runway. Naval aviators come back to a 200-foot deck on a carrier,” says Swasko, who remembers all too well the heart-pounding moments spent

coming back aboard the USS Saratoga in the dead of night. “We had only enough fuel to make two passes over the ship before we would have to bingo to shore. We’d take off at our max landing weight, not fully loaded, just so we could practice landings. I think I spent four hours in the airplane one night, and when we finished, there was no part of me that wasn’t wet.”

Another adrenaline-soaked memory for Swasko almost ended in “a ball of fire about two miles long,” he laughs. “I had just joined the squadron at Roosevelt Roads, maybe 20 to 30 hours in, and there was a British cruiser anchored nearby that wanted to calibrate its radar. We were supposed to go out about 40 miles from the carrier and make a run in on him at about 500 feet, maybe 450 miles an hour — but I got a little bit carried away. I was actually doing 700 indicated air speed when I looped over him, which is just below being supersonic at sea level. I actuated a device that had a 550 knot limit on it, and it flipped me upside down. So I was doing close to 750 miles an hour, 50 feet over the water, upside down, and I’m really quite lucky it didn’t kill me.”

After his long years with United Airlines, Swasko retired and happily settled into a rewarding life at The Cliffs Valley in 2001. “We love it here,” he says, noting that several other former Marines and neighbors gathered to celebrate the birthday of the Corps on Nov. 10 of last year.

“My wife is a native South Carolinian that I met down in Beaufort, and she’s always saying, ‘We’re so lucky that we live here. it’s just beautiful.’ I enjoy golf, she enjoys walking, we enjoy the clubs. The Cliffs runs a first-class operation.”

“I actuated a device that had a 550 knot limit on it, and it flipped me upside down. So I was doing close to 750 miles an hour, 50 feet over the water, upside down, and I’m really quite lucky it didn’t kill me.”

PEYTON

RUSSELL ARMY HELICOPTER PILOT

“There’s a picture of me when I was 5 years old wearing a World War II pilot uniform for Halloween,” laughs Peyton Russell, a former Army pilot and current FedEx commercial pilot. “I was an army brat, and a lot of my dad’s brothers were in the military. So from an early age — and especially because of my family role models — I wanted to be in the military.”

Growing up, Russell bounced back and forth between the States and Europe before accepting an ROTC scholarship to the Rochester Institute of Technology, where he was assigned to the aviation branch. “I started my career as an Army helicopter pilot, and I did that for about seven years,” reflects Russell. “[Through MAST, or Military Assistance to Safety and Traffic] I flew for an air ambulance company in Fort Rucker, Alabama, and that was really cool — we got to fly into the middle of the highway, to the scene of an accident, and fly patients to hospitals.”

Next, the pilot headed to Germany, where his family ties came full circle. “This is how small the world is: I worked on the same floor of the same building — in the same office — as my dad did 30 years before me, when he was an officer during the Cold War.”

Back in the U.S., Russell spent time teaching at the Army Flight School, where he was a company commander. “That was a fun job, too,” grins Russell, who notes that flying with students keeps you on your toes. “New pilots will do things that you would never expect… I once had a student shut the [helicopter] motor off in mid-air. What started as a simulated engine failure became a real engine failure when he rolled the engine completely off,” he laughs.

The most rewarding chapter of his career, Russell is quick to admit, is what came next: flying helicopters for the Coast Guard as part of a special operations unit. “All we did was counter narcotics. [We were] deployed on ships in the Caribbean and Eastern Pacific, and we chased drug dealers around. It was usually at night, 30 feet above the ground with just night vision goggles. We would use large-caliber weapons and shoot the motors out of the boats to stop them, and would seize large quantities of cocaine and marijuana before

“We would use large-caliber weapons and shoot the motors out of the boats to stop them, and would seize large quantities of cocaine and marijuana before it reached the streets of America. It was incredible — a very satisfying job.”

it reached the streets of America. It was incredible — a very satisfying job.”

His most thrilling flight ever, however, was when he started flying airplanes in Elizabeth City, North Carolina. “I got to fly into Hurricane Sandy, or ‘Super Storm Sandy,’” the pilot reflects. “The HMS Bounty had left port in Connecticut and sailed right into the middle of that hurricane with 16 people on board. The ship ended up sinking, but we were able to rescue 14 of them. That was probably my most harrowing flight.”

Russell was hired by FedEx in December of 2016, and “I haven’t looked back,” he admits. “It’s probably been the best job of my life.” Russell’s work requires lengthy travel, which makes he and his wife relish their life at The Cliffs — particularly their pickleball league and time spent hiking — all the more. “This is the first time I’ve lived in a neighborhood where I actually feel that sense of community,” he says. “I might be gone a week or eight days, but I feel like I have nothing to worry about. If my wife has a problem with an appliance or the roof leaks, my neighbors will be there in an instant to help her — and that help is sincere, which is absolutely amazing. It’s almost like being in the military again, believe it or not. There’s just a sense of camaraderie here that you don’t get in other places.”

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Home at The Cliffs SESH & MADHAVI KAMIREDDI The Cliffs at Glassy

Sesh Kamireddi learned to fly a decade ago to have the freedom and flexibility to travel anywhere. He and his family’s newest destination will be their soon-tobe built second home at The Cliffs at Glassy. Sesh and his wife, Madhavi, flew their plane to Greenville last spring to visit Glassy and purchased a lot shortly thereafter. The couple sees their residence at The Cliffs as a place to unwind, enjoy the community’s amenities, and make memories with their daughters.

CL Tell us a little about your family and what you both do for a living.

A Madhavi: We have two daughters. Neha, 23, completed her undergrad in biomedical engineering from Drexel University in Philadelphia and is applying to medical school. Maya, 19, is a sophomore at Stony Brook University in Long Island, New York, majoring in marine science. I am a psychiatrist with a private practice in Massachusetts. Sesh recently joined Red Hat as an enterprise sales executive after working as a client director for IBM for 25 years.

CL What initially drew you to Glassy?

A Madhavi: We were looking for a second home in a place with a warmer climate. We liked the location and the mountain views from The Cliffs and purchased a lot in the spring last year.

CL Do you have plans to begin building your home?

A Sesh: We plan to build our home this year. We will be splitting our time between our Massachusetts residence and The Cliffs hopefully by the end of 2023.

CL What are you most looking forward to experiencing at Glassy once your home is complete?

A Madhavi: Both of us play tennis and pickleball so we’re hoping to join a team or play for fun.

Sesh: We will be playing tennis, hiking, enjoying dinners, and all that is available once we move there. Our daughters will be visiting us on breaks from college.

CL We’d love to hear more about your plane and what you enjoy about flying

A Madhavi: Sesh owns a 1993 Bonanza A36 and has acquired his instrument and commercial ratings. Sesh: I like to fly anytime there’s an opportunity to go somewhere like picking up our daughters from college or just somewhere fun for lunch. We are definitely looking forward to more fun trips to Glassy!

Home at The Cliffs CARLOS & NANCY AVILA The Cliffs at Keowee Falls

Newlyweds Nancy and Carlos Avila are excited for what their next chapter holds. The couple is looking forward to moving from Las Colinas, Texas, to The Cliffs at Keowee Falls once their home is built. “Carlos introduced me to the area, and I fell in love with The Cliffs,” says Nancy. With their shared love of golf and the outdoors, Nancy and Carlos believe life at The Cliffs will suit them perfectly.

CL How did you meet?

A Carlos: At the time we met, I was a member at Colleton River Club in Bluffton, South Carolina, and Nancy at the Four Seasons Golf and Sports Club in Las Colinas. We met at Colleton River when Nancy was visiting our mutual friends and we have been inseparable ever since.

Nancy: I had never imagined meeting someone so handsome, kind, and patient. Let alone in South Carolina when I lived in Texas! We have similar values, enjoy traveling, and love to be together.

CL Do you have children?

A Nancy: We have a blended family with four adult kids. My three live in Chicago; one is married, and another engaged. It’s great fun to get all of our kids and their special partners together for gatherings.

Carlos: My son lives in Los Angeles. He moved there six years ago and loves it. He and his partner have enjoyed visiting us and getting to know Nancy’s kids. They had the most fun table at our wedding. We love that they get along so well.

CL What do you do for a living?

A Nancy: I joined McKesson in 2020 as their chief information technology officer.

Carlos: I recently joined Accenture as a security sales director.

CL You’re both avid golfers. Was that part of the draw to living at The Cliffs?

A Carlos: The course at Keowee Falls, being one of two Nicklaus Signature courses at The Cliffs, was definitely a draw. It is challenging and we’re looking forward to improving our game, as we will play it often. We will be on the water and being able to get to Keowee Vineyards and Keowee Springs by boat is something we and our kids are looking forward to. I’ve played all the courses, but Nancy has only played Keowee Vineyards.

CL What are you most looking forward to about living at Keowee Falls?

A Nancy: While there is so much to do [at Keowee Falls], there is a special sense of peace and calm at The Cliffs that you don’t get in a city.

Carlos: What we’re looking forward to the most is connecting with the community. We both enjoy entertaining and are looking forward to establishing new relationships with our neighbors.

ALL IN THE DETAILS

Garages are becoming a design centerpiece in homes at The Cliffs

When the first garages were implemented in home design, the concept, while a luxury, was simple—a room to house a car.

And while in later years they’ve been upgraded to hold multiple vehicles — and let’s be honest, infrequently used appliances — the garage has become a sideshow. It’s the room you omit when giving guests a tour, or the place where you hide the boxes of stuff you haven’t used in ages (it’s called a garage sale for a reason). But modern home design recognizes the garage is meant for more, as multiple homes at The Cliffs can attest to. Dogwashing stations, home delivery rooms, glass walls highlighting panoramic views—these singular garages combine function and form to make a memorable impression.

HISTORY BUFF

Though gasoline-fueled automobiles came to rise in the 1890s, it took several decades for car storage to exit carriage houses and enter the signature spaces we call garages, from the French word garer, meaning “to park.”

Smooth as Glass

THE FERRIS BUELLER GARAGE

We all remember that gut-wrenching scene in “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off” when Cameron’s dad’s beloved Ferrari slowly crashes through the garage’s glass windows to the forest below. Well, picture that garage, except on a mountain as part of a chic modern house with stunning vistas. When Mark Zilbert and Ralph Bias worked on the design of their home at The Cliffs at Walnut Cove with Young & Young Architects, they wanted the building to follow the contours of the ridgeline property. The result, constructed in 2022 by Hendersonville, North Carolina-based and preferred builder at The Cliffs, Glenwood Custom Builders, is an all-glass structure that showcases the surrounding views. The three-car glass garage with massive back windows is a nod to the famous Ferris Bueller design..

Prime Time THE HOME-DELIVERY CENTER

With the rise of Amazon and online purchasing comes porch delivery at unspecified times, and to be sure, many a package has gone astray while the unlucky owner is not at home. So why not have a locked room attached to the garage designed specifically for package delivery? Known for its luxury builds across the Southeast, AR Homes by Arthur Rutenburg agrees, and at its brand-new Palmetto model at The Cliffs at Keowee Springs, the home-delivery center is a debut feature.

“It’s a trend of the future that makes sense,” says Bruce Pasquarella, franchise owner of AR Homes by American Eagle Builders, a preferred builder at The Cliffs. “It’s something that came up when we were designing this model, and we’re starting to design it in more of our floor plans.”

Adjacent to the garage, the Palmetto model’s home-delivery center has its own exterior door and a one-time four-digit code that allows delivery drivers to gain access to the room, and that room only, for 24 hours. It contains a refrigerator for temperature-sensitive items, as well as shelving, ideal for storing packages while out of town. This kind of space is being seen across a few other custom-build homes in other areas, as well.

Fur Sure THE DOG-WASHING STATION

A preferred builder at The Cliffs, Tom Dillard and the Dillard-Jones team understand the beloved place dogs hold in the home and place importance on designing pet-friendly spaces. “We love to create special places for your pets,” says Liza Dillard, director of business management.

So it makes sense that The Landing Idea Home at The Cliffs at Keowee Springs includes a dog-washing station in its roomy three-car garage. With a clean, fresh design, the cubicle shower is big enough for canines of all sizes, ensuring Fido is completely dirtfree before entering the spacious living area. The garage also sports an EV charging station, and while you’re at it, you might as well utilize the vacuum system to clean out any extraneous doggy hair in the car.

BUILD WITH THE BEST

Building a custom home at The Cliffs should be as rewarding of an experience as living here. To that end, we’ve assembled and thoroughly vetted the finest custom home builders in the region to form The Cliffs Preferred Builder Program. By choosing to build your custom home at The Cliffs with one of our Preferred Builders, you can be confident the firm you choose to work with has the experience and commitment necessary to understand and execute your unique vision.

Please visit cliffsliving.com/preferredbuilders for more information on this esteemed group of master builders and the specific regions they service.

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MARCH

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 1

• MEMBER-ASSOCIATE SCRAMBLE (Keowee Falls)

• FAT TUESDAY TENNIS MIXED DOUBLES (Glassy)

THURSDAY, MARCH 2

• COFFEE WITH EXECUTIVE CHEF KEVIN (Mountain Park)

• TRIVIA NIGHT (Glassy)

SATURDAY, MARCH 4

• WINE DINNER (Valley/Glassy)

• LIVE MUSIC, FIRE & OYSTERS (Mountain Park)

SUNDAY, MARCH 5

• WHO LET THE DOGS OUT! (Mountain Park)

MONDAY, MARCH 6

• ARTS & CRAFTS (Walnut Cove)

• COOKING CLASS (Valley)

• MEN’S DAY GOLF OPENER (Mountain Park)

TUESDAY, MARCH 7

• PICKLEBALL SEASON OPENER/ COFFEE TALK (Glassy)

THURSDAY, MARCH 9

• CHAPEL CONCERT & DINNER/ TURF TALK (Glassy)

FRIDAY, MARCH 10

• WINE DINNER (Mountain Park)

SATURDAY, MARCH 11

• WELLNESS WORKSHOP/MARCH & APRIL BIRTHDAY DINNER (Valley)

• COMEDY CLUB (Glassy)

SUNDAY, MARCH 12

• COUPLES GOLF (Keowee Vineyards)

• SPRING FLING (Keowee Falls)

• MUSICAL BRUNCH (Glassy)

MONDAY, MARCH 13

• COOKING CLASS (Valley)

• BOOK CLUB (Mountain Park)

• WALK THE COURSE (Glassy)

TUESDAY, MARCH 14

• LADIES’ COFFEE WITH A PRO/ CRAFTING AT THE CABIN (Mountain Park)

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 15

• WINTER DINNER SERIES (Walnut Cove)

• POT OF GOLD PICKLEBALL ROUND ROBIN (Valley)

• ANNUAL BEAT THE GM CHILI COOKOFF (Mountain Park)

• CRAFTERNOON (Glassy)

THURSDAY, MARCH 16

• INSIGHT SERIES (Mountain Park)

FRIDAY, MARCH 17

• NADA/LUCK OF THE IRISH DINNER (Keowee Vineyards)

• SHAMROCK CHALLENGE/ST. PATRICK’S DAY DINNER (Walnut Cove)

• PADDYSHACK/IRISH WHISKEY TASTING (Mountain Park)

• ST. PATTY’S DAY BASH & ST. PATRICK’S SOCIAL (Keowee Springs)

• ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARTY (Glassy)

SATURDAY, MARCH 18

• ARTIST SERIES (Mountain Park)

• GRILLIN & CHILLIN (Glassy)

SUNDAY, MARCH 19

• WINE DINNER (Keowee Falls)

• CONCERT IN THE BARN: EMERALD EMPIRE (Mountain Park)

MONDAY, MARCH 20

• MEN’S OPENING DAY (Keowee Falls)

• COOKING CLASS (Valley)

• SPRING GOLF BASICS CLASS (Mountain Park)

• KING OF THE MOUNTAINS PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT (Glassy)

TUESDAY, MARCH 21

• MEN’S OPENING DAY (Keowee Vineyards)

• GARDEN CLUB (Mountain Park)

• MEMBER-ASSOCIATE SCRAMBLE (Keowee Springs)

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 22

• INSIGHT SERIES (Valley)

THURSDAY, MARCH 23

• PASTRIES WITH PAIGE/ SALUDA SCRAMBLER OPENER (Mountain Park)

• LADIES OF THE VINE DINNER (Keowee Vineyards)

• GRAPES OF GLASSY (Glassy)

SATURDAY, MARCH 25

• SPIRIT DINNER (Valley)

• TAILS & ALES (Mountain Park)

• GIN & JAZZ (Glassy)

SUNDAY, MARCH 26

• FIRESIDE CHAT (Walnut Cove)

• WINE DINNER (Keowee Springs)

• COUPLES GOLF (Valley)

• 100 HOLE HIKE FOR CHARITY (Mountain Park)

• COUPLES SPAGHETTI OPEN (Keowee Falls)

MONDAY, MARCH 27

• MEMBER-GUEST DAY (Keowee Springs)

• COOKING CLASS (Valley)

• QUEEN OF THE MOUNTAINS PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT (Glassy)

TUESDAY, MARCH 28

• LADIES’ DAY GOLF OPENER (Mountain Park)

• COOKING CLASS (Glassy)

THURSDAY, MARCH 30

• LADIES OPENING DAY (Keowee Vineyards)

• LADIES OPENING DAY (Valley)

• SALUDA SCRAMBLERS GOLF (Mountain Park)

• LOBSTER DINNER (Keowee Falls)

• INSIGHT SERIES (Glassy)

APRIL

SATURDAY, APRIL 1

• TRUST DINNER (Valley)

• BIRTHDAY CLUB (Glassy)

SUNDAY, APRIL 2

• WHO LET THE DOGS OUT! (Mountain Parky)

MONDAY, APRIL 3

• EASTER COOKIE CLASS (Walnut Cove)

• MASTERS PAR 3 CONTEST (Keowee Falls)

• MASTER’S MONDAY (Valley)

• MARCH & APRIL BIRTHDAY CAKE (Mountain Park)

• RIPPIN LIPS (Glassy)

TUESDAY, APRIL 4

• LADIES’ OPENING DAY (Keowee Springs)

• COFFEE TALK (Glassy)

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 5

• DANCE SERIES AT WELLNESS: LINE DANCING (Mountain Park)

• MASTERS PAR 3 CONTEST (Keowee Falls)

Mark your calendars for these fun-filled events taking place across The Cliffs this spring and summer.

GOLF EVENTS

• ALLIANCE TOURNAMENT

Mountain Park | Monday, March 13

• KEOWEE INVITATIONAL

Keowee Vineyards/Keowee Springs/ Keowee Falls | April 20-22

• REIGN OF THE REGION

Mountain Park/Valley/Glassy

April 28-30

• KEOWEE LADIES’ INVITATIONAL

Keowee Vineyards/Keowee Springs/ Keowee Falls | April 27-29

• DARK CORNER | MEN’S MEMBER-GUEST Valley | May 17-20

• THE BOOTLEGGER | MEMBER-MEMBER Glassy | May 18-20

• THE MOONSHINER | MEMBER-MEMBER

Keowee Vineyards | May 19-20

• THE PLAYER | MEMBER-MEMBER

Mountian Park | June 2-4

• BEN WRIGHT | MEMBER-MEMBER

Valley | June 8-11

• STUMPHOUSE INVITATIONAL | MEMBER-GUEST

Keowee Falls | June 8-11

• BATTLE FOR THE PADDLE | CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP

Keowee Vineyards | June 15-17

• BLUE RIDGE CLASSIC | MEN’S MEMBER-GUEST

Walnut Cove | June 22-24

• LADIES’ FAIRWAY CLASSIC | MEMBER-GUEST

Glassy | June 22-24

• FALLS MEMBER-MEMBER

Keowee Falls | June 24-25

• FAZIO MEMBER-MEMBER

Keowee Springs | July 8-9

• THE WILDFLOWER | LADIES’ MEMBER-GUEST Mountain Park | August 10-12

• DYNAMIC DUO

Keowee Vineyards/Keowee Springs/ Keowee Falls | August 24-26

• THE COVE CLASSIC | MEMBER-MEMBER

Walnut Cove | August 25-26

• BEST OF THE BEST Valley | Tuesday, September 12

• 22ND ANNUAL KEOWEE CLASSIC MEN’S INVITATIONAL

Keowee Vineyards | September 13-16

• THE RIVERSIDE | MEN’S MEMBER-GUEST

Mountain Park | September 20-23

• MASTERS AT GLASSY (Glassy)

THURSDAY, APRIL 6

• COFFEE WITH WELLNESS DIRECTOR PADRAIC (Mountain Park)

FRIDAY, APRIL 7

• JUNIOR GOLF CLINIC (Keowee Vineyards)

• SMOOTHIE DAY (Mountain Park)

• GOOD FRIDAY BASH ON THE PORCH (Keowee Falls)

• GOAT YOGA/FISH MARKET FRESHTAURANT (Glassy)

• GOOD FRIDAY FISH FRY (Keowee Springs)

SATURDAY, APRIL 8

• ANNUAL EGG HUNT (Keowee Vineyards/Keowee Springs)

• ADULT EASTER EGG HUNT (Valley)

• LIVE MUSIC/EASTER EGG HUNT ON COURSE/DARTS TOURNAMENT/EASTER EGG HIKE (Mountain Park)

• EASTER EGG HUNT/FAMILY GAME NIGHT (Glassy)

SUNDAY, APRIL 9

• EASTER EGG HUNT & BRUNCH (Walnut Cove)

• EASTER FEAST-ER (Keowee Vineyards)

• EASTER BRUNCH (Keowee Falls/ Mountain Park/Glassy/ Keowee Springs)

MONDAY, APRIL 10

• MONDAY AFTER THE MASTERS PRO-AM (Keowee Falls)

• BOOK CLUB (Mountain Park)

• RIPPIN LIPS (Glassy)

TUESDAY, APRIL 11

• CRAFTING AT THE CABIN (Mountain Park)

WEDESDAY, APRIL 12

• DINNER SERIES (Walnut Cove)

• WOMEN WHO WINE (Glassy)

THURSDAY, APRIL 13

• LADIES’ PLAYAROUND/ MASTER CLASS WINE DINNER (Keowee Vineyards)

• DINE & DASH (Valley)

• PUTTERS CLUB (Keowee Falls)

• MEN’S OPENING DAY (Keowee Springs)

FRIDAY, APRIL 14

• NADA (Keowee Vineyards)

• CRAFT COCKTAIL DINNER (Mountain Springs)

SATURDAY, APRIL 15

• VARIETY NIGHT (Keowee Vineyards)

• KING & QUEEN OF THE MOUNTAIN (Valley)

• GRILLIN AND CHILLIN (Glassy)

MONDAY, APRIL 17

• LADIES OPENING DAY (Keowee Falls)

• PUTTING SOCIAL (Valley)

• RIPPIN LIPS (Glassy)

TUESDAY, APRIL 18

• NINE AND DINE (Mountain Park)

• LADIES OPENING DAY (Glassy)

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 19

• KARAOKE (Walnut Cove)

• INSIGHT SERIES (Valley)

• SUNRISE YOGA (Mountain Park)

• CRAFTERNOON/FAIRWAY DINNER (Glassy)

• LADIES’ 9-HOLERS OPENING DAY (Keowee Falls)

THURSDAY, APRIL 20

• INSIGHT SERIES (Mountain Park)

• BITES & BOTTLES/INSIGHT SERIES (Glassy)

FRIDAY, APRIL 21

• BLOOD DRIVE (Glassy)

SATURDAY, APRIL 22

• TENNIS SEASON OPENER –MOUNTAIN REGION (Valley)

SUNDAY, APRIL 23

• COUPLES GOLF (Valley)

• FLAT STICK SOCIAL (Mountain Park)

MONDAY, APRIL 24

• TENNIS SEASON OPENER BRUNCH (Walnut Cove)

• BIKE THE COURSE (Glassy)

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 26

• FISHING WITH PHIL (Mountain Park)

THURSDAY, APRIL 27

• TENNIS MINI CAMP (Walnut Cove)

• PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB/PASTRIES WITH PAIGE/FLING GOLF (Mountain Park)

• MIXOLOGY CLASS (Keowee Falls)

• CHAPEL CONCERT & DINNER (Glassy)

FRIDAY, APRIL 28

• TENNIS MINI CAMP (Walnut Cove)

SATURDAY, APRIL 29

• CRAFT DAY (Valley)

• TAILS & ALES (Mountain Park)

SUNDAY, APRIL 30

• SPIRIT DINNER (Keowee Springs)

• FIRESIDE CHAT (Walnut Cove)

MAY

MONDAY, MAY 1

• ARTS & CRAFTS (Walnut Cove)

• DOG DAY AT THE BEACH CLUB (Keowee Springs)

• RIPPIN LIPS (Glassy)

TUESDAY, MAY 2

• COFFEE TALK (Glassy)

WEDNESDAY, MAY 3

• COUPLES GOLF GET TOGETHER/ CRAFTERNOON (Glassy)

THURSDAY, MAY 4

• MASTER CLASS (Keowee Falls)

• COFFEE WITH DIRECTOR OF INSTRUCTION, SEAN (Mountain Park)

FRIDAY, MAY 5

• CINCO DE MAYO DINNER (Walnut Cove/Keowee Springs)

• CINCO DE MAYO PICKLEBALL ROUND ROBIN (Valley)

• MEZCAL AND TACOS OH MY! (Mountain Park)

• CINCO DE MAYO FEATURE/OAKS DAY LUNCHEON (Glassy)

SATURDAY, MAY 6

• KENTUCKY DERBY DINNER (Walnut Cove/Mountain Park)

• DERBY DAY (Keowee Vineyards)

• YOGA & WINE WELLNESS/DERBY PARTY (Valley)

• DERBY TASTING AT THE BAR (Keowee Falls)

• BOURBON HORSE RACE/RUN FOR THE ROSES/A NIGHT AT THE PIG RACES (Glassy)

SUNDAY, MAY 7

• WHO LET THE DOGS OUT! (Mountain Park)

MONDAY, MAY 8

• SPRING GUEST DAY (Valley)

• BOOK CLUB (Mountain Park)

• RIPPIN LIPS (Glassy)

TUESDAY, MAY 9

• CRAFTING AT THE CABIN (Mountain Park)

WEDNESDAY, MAY 10

• SALUDA DERBY (Mountain Park)

• FAREWAY DINNER (Glassy)

WEDNESDAY, MAY 11

• LOBSTER DINNER (Keowee Vineyards)

• DUCK DERBY (Valley)

• PUTTERS CLUB (Keowee Falls)

• INSIGHT SERIES (Glassy)

SATURDAY, MAY 13

• MENTAL HEALTH WORKSHOP/LIVE MUSIC (Mountain Park)

• MOUNTAIN MUSIC/FAMILY STYLE DINNER/FLOWER SALE (Glassy)

SUNDAY, MAY 14

• MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH (Walnut Cove/Valley/Keowee Springs/ Keowee Falls/Glassy)

• MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH BUFFET (Mountain Park)

• MOTHER’S DAY DINNER (Keowee Vineyards)

• SIP & SHOP (Glassy)

MONDAY, MAY 15

• RIPPIN LIPS (Glassy)

TUESDAY, MAY 16

• LADIES’ PLAYAROUND (Keowee Springs)

• NINE AND DINE/GARDEN CLUB (Mountain Park)

WEDNESDAY, MAY 17

• GRAPES OF GLASSY (Glassy)

THURSDAY, MAY 18

• INSIGHT SERIES (Mountain Park)

FRIDAY, MAY 19

• NADA LADIES LUNCHEON (Keowee Vineyards))

• SPRING GUEST DAY (Walnut Cove)

SATURDAY, MAY 20

• 2 PERSON SCRAMBLE (Mountain Park)

SUNDAY, MAY 21

• FIRESIDE CHAT (Walnut Cove)

• 2 PERSON SCRAMBLE (Mountain Park)

MONDAY, MAY 22

• TAILGATE DINNER (Valley)

• CORNHOLE AND COOKOUT AT PAVILION (Mountain Park)

• RIPPIN LIPS (Glassy)

WEDNESDAY, MAY 24

• INSIGHT SERIES (Valley)

THURSDAY, MAY 25

• WELLNESS OPENING DAY GAMES (Valley)

• LOBSTER DINNER (Keowee Falls)

• CHAPEL CONCERT & DINNER/ TURF FIELD DAY (Glassy)

FRIDAY, MAY 26

• COUPLES GOLF (Keowee Vineyards)

• KEBABS AND KARAOKE/ PASTRIES WITH PAIGE (Mountain Park)

• MEMORIAL DAY BASH ON THE PORCH (Keowee Falls)

• ALL AMERICAN BASH (Keowee Springs)

SATURDAY, MAY 27

• MEMORIAL DAY DINNER & CARNIVAL (Walnut Cove)

• CRAFT DAY (Valley)

• TAILS & ALES (Mountain Park)

• CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT/STARS AND STRIPES PICKLEBALL/BEER & BRATS POOL PARTY (Glassy)

SUNDAY, MAY 28

• MEMORIAL DAY POOL PARTY (Walnut Cove)

• MOUNTAIN MINGLE (Mountain Park)

• MEMORIAL DAY COOKOUT/ COUPLES GOLF (Keowee Falls)

• BEACH CLUB MEMORIAL DAY EVENT (Keowee Springs)

MONDAY, MAY 29

• BATTLE AT THE COVE GOLF TOURNAMENT/COOK OUT (Walnut Cove)

• MEMORIAL DAY BOCCE/ MEMORIAL DAY TENNIS ROUND ROBIN (Valley)

• MEMORIAL DAY PIZZA OVEN (Keowee Falls)

• MEMORIAL DAY TAKEOUT (Keowee Springs)

• MEMORIAL DAY COOKOUT/ MEMORIAL DAY CLASSIC GOLF TOURNAMENT (Glassy)

WEDNESDAY, MAY 31

• FISHING WITH PHIL (Mountain Park)

• GRILLIN WITH YOUR POOCH (Glassy)

JUNE

THURSDAY, JUNE 1

• COFFEE WITH GOLF MAINTENANCE DIRECTOR JED (Mountain Park)

• WINE DINNER (Glassy)

SATURDAY, JUNE 3

• TACKLE BOX CONCERT (Keowee Vineyards)

• MAY & JUNE BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION (Valley)

• BIRTHDAY CLUB/ONE DAY MEMBER-GUEST (Glassy)

SUNDAY, JUNE 4

• YAPPY HOUR/ 9 & DINE (Walnut Cove)

• WHO LET THE DOGS OUT? (Mountain Park)

MONDAY, JUNE 5

• ARTS & CRAFTS (Walnut Cove)

TUESDAY, JUNE 6

• COOKING CLASS (Glassy)

• NINE AND DINE/MAY & JUNE BIRTHDAY CAKE (Mountain Park)

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 7

• NEW MEMBER MINGLE (Walnut Cove)

• MEMBER-ASSOCIATE SCRAMBLE (Keowee Vineyards)

• WOMEN WHO WINE (Glassy)

THURSDAY, JUNE 8

• MASTER CLASS (Keowee Vineyards)

FRIDAY, JUNE 9

• FRENCH OPEN/ROLAND GARROS EVENT (Walnut Cove)

• INSIGHT SERIES (Glassy)

SATURDAY, JUNE 10

• VARIETY NIGHT (Keowee Vineyards)

• LIVE MUSIC ARTIST SERIES (Mountain Park)

• MOUNTAIN MUSIC (Glassy)

MONDAY, JUNE 12

• PARTNERSHIP CLASSIC (Walnut Cove)

• BOOK CLUB (Mountain Park)

TUESDAY, JUNE 13

• CRAFTING AT THE CABIN (Mountain Park)

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 14

• FLAG DAY TOURNAMENT/TENNIS OLYMPICS (Valley)

• CRAFTERNOON/COUPLES GOLF GET TOGETHER (Glassy)

THURSDAY, JUNE 15

• INSIGHT SERIES (Mountain Park)

• TENNIS MIXED DOUBLES ON THE MOUNTAIN/CHAPEL CONCERT & DINNER (Glassy)

FRIDAY, JUNE 16

• SPRING GRAND WINE TASTING/ CHEF’S DINNER (Walnut Cove)

• NADA (Keowee Vineyards)

• SMOOTHIE BAR AT WELLNESS/ TOUGH DAY – GOLF (Glassy)

SATURDAY, JUNE 17

• BATTLE OF THE TRAINERS (Mountain Park)

• WINE DINNER (Valley)

• GRILLIN AND CHILLIN (Glassy)

SUNDAY, JUNE 18

• FATHER’S DAY COOKOUT & CAR SHOW (Walnut Cove)

• FATHER’S DAY BRUNCH (Keowee Vineyards/Mountain Park/ Keowee Springs)

• PUTTS & PINTS DINNER (Valley)

• JUST FORE DAD/GRILL MASTER HOME EDITION (Glassy)

MONDAY, JUNE 19

• SUMMER GOLF BASICS CLASS (Mountain Park)

TUESDAY, JUNE 20

• GARDEN CLUB (Mountain Park)

• FATHER’S DAY BOURBON & CIGAR EVENT (Keowee Springs)

• COFFEE TALK (Glassy)

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 21

• INSIGHT SERIES (Valley)

• FISHING WITH PHIL/FLIP FLOP OPEN (Mountain Park)

THURSDAY, JUNE 22

• LADIES PLAYAROUND (Valley)

• LOBSTER DINNER (Keowee Falls)

FRIDAY, JUNE 23

• FARM-TO-TABLE WINE DINNER (Mountain Park)

• BONNIE & CLYDE GOLF EVENT (Keowee Springs)

SATURDAY, JUNE 24

• TAILS & ALES (Mountain Park)

SUNDAY, JUNE 25

• FIRESIDE CHAT (Walnut Cove)

• COUPLES GOLF (Valley)

MONDAY, JUNE 26

• KAMP KEOWEE (Keowee Vineyards)

• CRAFT DAY (Valley)

• KID’S CAMP (Glassy)

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 28

• FAIRWAY DINNER 3-CLUB CHALLENGE (Glassy)

THURSDAY, JUNE 29

• CVLGA MID-SEASON LUNCHEON (Valley)

• PASTRIES WITH PAIGE (Mountain Park)

FRIDAY, JUNE 30

• COUPLES GOLF (Keowee Vineyards)

• KICKBALL AND BBQ (Mountain Park)

• COULDA, WOULDA, SHOULDA (Keowee Springs)

JULY

SATURDAY, JULY 1

• INDEPENDENCE DAY DINNER & FIREWORKS (Walnut Cove)

• JUNIOR GOLF CLINIC (Keowee Vineyards)

• SNAP, CRACKLE, POP! (Valley)

• FREEDOM FEAST (Mountain Park)

• FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION (Keowee Falls)

• FOURTH OF JULY PICKLEBALL/A NIGHT WITH DR. SEUSS (Glassy)

SUNDAY, JULY 2

• INDEPENDENCE DAY FIRECRACKER BRUNCH/POOL PARTY (Walnut Cove)

• FOURTH OF JULY COOKOUT/ COUPLES GOLF (Keowee Falls)

• FIRECRACKER SCRAMBLER/ / WHO LET THE DOGS OUT ( Mountain Park )

MONDAY, JULY 3

• RED, WHITE AND BOOZE ( Mountain Park )

• ADULT & KID’S TENNIS TOURNAMENT (Walnut Cove)

• ANNUAL FIREWORKS CELEBRATION (Keowee Vineyards)

• PIZZA OVEN (Keowee Falls)

• DIRTY DOZEN GOLF (Keowee Springs)

TUESDAY, JULY 4

• 4 CLUBS ON THE 4TH/ INDEPENDENCE DAY COOKOUT (Walnut Cove)

• INDEPENDENCE DAY FAMILY FUN DAY (Valley)

• FOURTH OF JULY COOKOUT AND MUSIC (Mountain Park)

• POOL PARTY AT BEACH CLUB (Keowee Springs)

• FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION/1776 FLAG DAY TOURNAMENT (Glassy)

WEDNESDAY, JULY 5

• COUPLES GOLF GET TOGETHER (Glassy)

THURSDAY, JULY 6

• TARGET GOLF SHOOTOUT (Mountain Park)

FRIDAY, JULY 7

• ONE DAY GLASSY INVITATIONAL (Glassy)

SATURDAY, JULY 8

• LIVE MUSIC (Mountain Park)

SUNDAY, JULY 9

• 9 & DINE (Walnut Cove)

• DANCE SERIES: THE CAROLINA SHAG & LINDY (Mountain Park)

• THE SALEM SLAM SCRAMBLE (Keowee Falls)

MONDAY, JULY 10

• BOOK CLUB (Mountain Park)

TUESDAY, JULY 11

• CRAFTING AT THE CABIN (Mountain Park)

WEDNESDAY, JULY 12

• CRAFTERNOON (Glassy)

THURSDAY, JULY 13

• COFFEE WITH FACILITIES MAINTENANCE DIRECTOR PHIL (Mountain Park)

• INSIGHT SERIES (Keowee Falls)

• TURF TALK (Glassy)

FRIDAY, JULY 14

• BREAKFAST AT WIMBLEDON (Walnut Cove)

• PUB GRUB AND TRIVIA (Mountain Park)

SATURDAY, JULY 15

• TENNIS WOODS & WHITES (Valley)

• MOUNTAIN MUSIC/GRILLIN & CHILLIN (Glassy)

SUNDAY, JULY 16

• BREAKFAST AT WIMBLEDON (Walnut Cove)

TUESDAY, JULY 18

• NINE AND DINE (Mountain Park)

• SOUTHERN FAMILY STYLE DINNER (Keowee Springs)

• COFFEE TALK (Glassy)

WEDNESDAY, JULY 19

• FAREWAY DINNER (Glassy)

THURSDAY, JULY 20

• LOBSTER DINNER (Keowee Vineyards)

• INSIGHT SERIES (Mountain Park)

• CHAPEL CONCERT & DINNER (Glassy)

FRIDAY, JULY 21

• NADA (Keowee Vineyards)

SATURDAY, JULY 22

• TACKLEBOX & CONCERT (Keowee Vineyards)

• SUMMER BLOCK PARTY (Valley)

• SUMMER WINE DOWN (Glassy)

SUNDAY, JULY 23

• FIRESIDE CHAT (Walnut Cove)

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• WORST BALL SCRAMBLE (Mountain Park)

MONDAY, JULY 24

• EMPLOYEE-MEMBER CLASSIC (Glassy)

TUESDAY, JULY 25

• LADIES’ PLAY AROUND (Mountain Park)

WEDNESDAY, JULY 26

• INSIGHT SERIES (Valley)

• FISHING WITH PHIL (Mountain Park)

• GRAPES OF GLASSY (Glassy)

THURSDAY, JULY 27

• PASTRIES WITH PAIGE (Mountain Park)

• LOBSTER DINNER (Keowee Falls)

• INSIGHT SERIES (Glassy)

THURSDAY, JULY 28

• LADIES’ 9-HOLE CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP (Walnut Cove)

• HICKORY STICK TOURNAMENT/ BBQ, BRATS, AND BEER TASTING EVENT (Mountain Park)

FRIDAY, JULY 29

• MEN’S & LADIES’ CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP (Walnut Cove)

• JULY & AUGUST BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION (Valley)

• TAILS & ALES (Mountain Park)

• WAR OF THE ROSES (Glassy)

SUNDAY, JULY 30

• MEN’S & LADIES’ CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP (Walnut Cove)

• MUSIC & BRUNCH (Keowee Vineyards)

• COUPLES GOLF (Valley)

• SUPERINTENDENTS’ REVENGE (Glassy)

AUGUST

TUESDAY, AUGUST 1

• GLASSY V. MOUNTAIN PARK TENNIS BATTLE (Glassy)

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 2

• MIXOLOGY WORKSHOP (Glassy)

THURSDAY, AUGUST 3

• COFFEE WITH DIRECTOR OF GOLF MATT (Mountain Park)

• INSIGHT SERIES (Keowee Springs)

• MOVIE NIGHT AT THE POOL (Glassy)

SATURDAY, AUGUST 5

• MIXOLOGY EVENT (Walnut Cove)

• VARIETY NIGHT (Keowee Vineyards)

• LIVE MUSIC (Mountain Park)

• BIRTHDAY CLUB (Glassy)

SUNDAY, AUGUST 6

• BLUES, BREWS & BBQ FESTIVAL (Walnut Cove)

• WHO LET THE DOGS OUT? (Mountain Park)

MONDAY, AUGUST 7

• UNCORKED WINE DINNER (Walnut Cove)

• TOUGH DAY GOLF (Valley)

• COOKING CLASS (Mountain Park)

TUESDAY, AUGUST 8

• COFFEE TALK (Glassy)

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 9

• WOMEN WHO WINE (Glassy)

THURSDAY, AUGUST 10

• MASTER CLASS (Keowee Vineyards)

• SADIE HAWKINS GOLF (Valley)

• INSIGHT SERIES (Keowee Falls)

SATURDAY, AUGUST 12

• POOL PARTY (Valley)

• MEDITATION WORKSHOP (Mountain Park)

• LOBSTER NIGHT (Glassy)

SUNDAY, AUGUST 13

• 9 & DINE (Walnut Cove)

MONDAY, AUGUST 14

• PAINT YOUR PET’S PORTRAIT DAY (Walnut Cove)

• CRAFT DAY: SUMMER COOKIE DECORATING (Valley)

• BOOK CLUB (Mountain Park)

TUESDAY, AUGUST 15

• COUPLES GOLF- 9 HOLES (Keowee Vineyards)

• GARDEN CLUB (Mountain Park)

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 16

• NEW MEMBER MINGLE (Walnut Cove)

• COUPLES PICKLEBALL ROUND ROBIN (Valley)

• BOX AND BEER AT WELLNESS (Mountain Park)

• COUPLES GOLF GET TOGETHER (Glassy)

THURSDAY, AUGUST 17

• SUMMER MARKET (Keowee Vineyards)

• GOLF AND TENNIS BIATHLON (Valley)

• INSIGHT SERIES (Mountain Park)

• CHAPEL CONCERT & DINNER (Glassy)

• MASTER CLASS (Keowee Falls)

FRIDAY, AUGUST 18

• MINIATURE GOLF EVENT/NADA (Keowee Vineyards)

• MARGARITAVILLE (Keowee Springs)

• RITAS, FAJITAS AND MARIACHI (Mountain Park)

SATURDAY, AUGUST 19

• MOUNTAIN MINGLE (Glassy)

SUNDAY, AUGUST 20

• WINE DINNER (Keowee Falls)

• MUSIC & BRUNCH (Keowee Vineyards)

TUESDAY, AUGUST 22

• LADIES’ PLAYAROUND (Glassy)

• JULY & AUGUST BIRTHDAY CAKE (Mountain Park)

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 23

• INSIGHT SERIES (Valley)

• CRAFTERNOON (Glassy)

THURSDAY, AUGUST 24

• JED’S AND SCOTT’S REVENGE (Mountain Park)

FRIDAY, AUGUST 25

• BLOOD DRIVE/GOLF GUEST DAY (Glassy)

SATURDAY, AUGUST 26

• TAILS & ALES (Mountain Park)

• VALLEY CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP (Valley)

SUNDAY, AUGUST 27

• FIRESIDE CHAT (Walnut Cove)

• VALLEY CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP (Valley)

MONDAY, AUGUST 28

• CRAFT DAY: WINE GLASS PAINTING (Valley)

TUESDAY, AUGUST 29

• NINE AND DINE (Mountain Park)

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 30

• WINE WEEK (Valley)

• FISHING WITH PHIL (Mountain Park)

• FAREWAY DINNER (Glassy)

THURSDAY, AUGUST 31

• LOBSTER DINNER (Keowee Falls)

• FARM TO TABLE DINNER (Keowee Vineyards)

• INSIGHT SERIES (Glassy)

SEPTEMBER

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 1

• COUPLES GOLF (Keowee Vineyards)

• WINE WEEK (Valley)

• LABOR DAY BASH ON THE PORCH (Keowee Falls)

• LABOR DAY END OF THE SUMMER BLOCK PARTY (Keowee Springs)

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 2

• LABOR DAY FOOTBALL COLLEGE TAILGATE (Walnut Cove)

• LABOR DAY THEMED CONCERT IN THE BARN: KAHLUA AND CREAM (Mountain Park)

• MUSIC AT THE BEACH CLUB (Keowee Springs)

• FAMILY FUN BINGO/LABOR DAY PICKLEBALL TEAM COMPETITION (Glassy)

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 3

• LABOR DAY BRUNCH/POOL PARTY (Walnut Cove)

• HOLE BY HOLE SKILLS CHALLENGE/WHO LET THE DOGS OUT! (Mountain Park)

• LABOR DAY WEEKEND COOKOUT (Keowee Falls)

• MUSICAL BRUNCH (Glassy)

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GOLF AND LIFE

Perceptions and Perspectives

Written by Sean Kennedy, Director of Golf Instruction

The game of golf entranced me at a very young age and it has led me on this incredible journey: the journey of discovering what is possible.

Lynn Marriot and Pia Nilsson of the Vison54 golf program helped me experience the game with all my senses, detach from the outcome, manage my emotions, pay more attention to my intention, and enjoy the challenge of execution. When I took this advice and applied it to life’s other challenges, it did, and still does, keep my mindset and perspective in check. The journey of “possible” never ends.

Dudley Tower, who was a member at The Cliffs at Glassy and a mentor to me, taught me years ago to stay dynamic. The lesson Dr. Tower taught me was “don’t get stale or comfortable.” I make sure to exercise not only my body but also my brain — trying new stuff and failing.

It is very easy for failure to frustrate and get you quickly into a fixed mindset, creating this bizarre selfdialogue that isn’t healthy for any type of performance. The way I talked to myself on the golf course when things didn’t go as planned was “I suck… dumb.” Plus, I used a range of profanity that would make a Quentin Tarantino character blush. I would never talk to my players, friends, or teammates like this when things aren’t performing to expectation. Learning to be aware of when your emotions are running the show is an essential skill that golf, and life, teach. If you don’t learn that one, things may be difficult.

Every moment on the course, like every moment in life, is to some degree unique and unrepeatable. This is golf’s true mirror to life. Be grateful for the opportunity to play the shot in front of you with its uniqueness, complexity, and variability. You only get this one chance to play. Be present for that chance.

There are so many ways golf and life intertwine. I have learned so much from both and plan on continuing that learning journey. So much is possible and there are so many more failures to teach me. I am excited for the next shot both on the course and in life. I know what is possible and I know if I fail, I can be proud of being fearless in my attempt to execute. I will accept the outcome and move forward, learning and growing each time.

Sometimes it takes time for me to learn lesson after lesson: patience and persistence, on repeat.

LAST LOOK

“KEEP MOVING AHEAD because action creates momentum, which in turn creates unanticipated opportunities,” writes author and motivational speaker Nick Vujicic. Amid life’s often hectic pace, stop to reflect on how far you’ve come on your own journey. This photo by Sara

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