News From Membership

Dear Deering Bay Members,

Daniella Tosta Director of Membership & Marketing d.tosta@dbycc.com

In this Newsletter I wanted to remind you of a few important Club Rules that often are forgotten, please review the Deering Bay Yacht & Country Club established “Approved Attire” dress code which applies to all Members and their guests. Members are responsible for the dress attire of their guests while on Club property. Appropriate attire is required prior t o use of the facilities and violators of the dress code will be informed of any violation by either Club Staff or by letter.

Indoor Dining & Social Areas (The Bar, Dining Room, Crystal Room & Library): a) T-shirts are not permitted for men, women, or children after 5:00pm in the Main Dining Room or Bar. Neat unfrayed, untorn blue jeans may be worn at any time except after 5:00pm in the Main Dining Room when blue jeans are not permitted. b) Workout Clothing: Is permitted at the Continental Breakfast service, but only until 10:00am. c) The following attire is NOT PERMITTED in the above dining venues during lunch and dinner service hours and is not appropriate dress at any time for activities in the Club such as card games, book club or other meetings or social gatherings:

Country club casual attire is always appropriate in these areas of the Club. Gentlemen’s suggested attire includes neat and unfrayed dress slacks and sport or dress shirts. Sport jackets and sweaters are also appropriate choices. Guayaberas or “Tommy Bahama” style tropical shirts may, if designed for such use, be worn loose and not tucked into trousers. Gentlemen must remove their hats, caps or visors before entering any of the dining venues except as required for religious or health reasons.

Women’s suggested attire should also strive for casual elegance. In this regard, stylish warmup suits are considered acceptable. Women may wear hats in the clubhouse.

Children under twelve (12) years of age may wear shorts or neat unfrayed blue jeans at any time while dining. Children twelve (12) years or older are required to abide by adult guidelines for Club attire. Minor children may be seated at tables in the Bar only when accompanied by a parent or an adult but are not permitted to sit or dine at the Bar under any other circumstance. Flip-Flop style sandals are not recommended at dinner service.

(1) Running, cargo or coaching shorts, short shorts or tops with bare midriffs.

(2) Workout clothing, spandex or bikini outfits.

(3) Bathing suits or bathing suits with cover-ups or micro miniskirts.

(4) Ripped, torn, tattered, frayed or cut off clothing of any type.

(5) Clothing with inappropriate sayings or messages.

Golf:

Gentlemen: On the Golf Course, Golf Shop, and Practice Areas, gentlemen must wear collared shirts, turtleneck, or mock turtleneck shirts. Shirts must have sleeves and be always tucked in. Male golfers may wear Bermuda length shorts or pants; cargo shorts, athletic shorts and denim are not permitted. Appropriate belts and closed toe shoes should be worn; open toed shoes are not permitted. Hats should be worn forward.

Women: Appropriate attire is always required including golf dresses, skirts, blouses, and slacks. Shirts may be sleeveless if they have a collar. Shirts without a collar must have sleeves. Bermuda length shorts must not be shorter than slightly above the knee. No denim, athletic shorts, bathing suits, tank tops, or trousers with visible holes are permitted at any time. Hats must be worn forward.

Outdoor Dining Terraces:

The Golf and Pool Terraces provide dining opportunities for those who wish to dress more casually than permitted indoors. Bathing suits with cover-ups may be worn while dining on these terraces any time before 6:00pm. For the safety and protection of Members and their guests, it is required that shoes and sandals be worn while dining on these terraces. Sports or casual attire such as golf or tennis wear may be worn in these areas at any time. The indoor buffet services will only be available to these outdoor diners who are in sport or casual attire. Bathing suit attire will not be permitted indoors at any time.

Health & Fitness Center:

Appropriate workout attire should be always worn in the Fitness Center. Well-fitted athletic shoes must be worn while exercising in the gym unless a class instructor requests otherwise. Bare feet are not permitted. Gentlemen/young men must always wear shirts. Women/young women must wear shirts or alternative tops over sports bras.

Tennis:

Appropriate tennis attire is required for all players. Cut-off jeans, bathing suits, gym suits, sleeveless shirts for men and other such clothing are unacceptable. Colored tennis attire is acceptable. Shirts must be always worn; men must wear collared shirts or appropriate tennis T-shirts (no undershirts). Juniors may also wear tennis-related T shirts. Smooth soled tennis shoes are mandatory. Bare feet, running shoes, and basketball shoes are not permitted.

Pool:

Appropriate swimming attire must be always worn when in or around the pool and pool deck. Children must wear bathing suits.

It is the member’s duty to ensure their guest adheres to these rules. If members or their guests arrive without proper attire, they can purchase the needed items in the Golf Shop at the member discount.

The Club reserves the right to alter attire requirements for certain themed events.

Thank you, Daniella