Hello March. Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity.
With just over one year of challenging work and intentional effort, the Club has surged into uncharted and very favorable status Guided by the new owner, Brian Illig, Loch Lloyd Country Club has surpassed expectations of the past, as we continue to challenge previous business practices, and steadily seek to shatter regional Country Club stereotypes. We would like to provide you with greater context and share some of the lesser-mentioned successes as well as the more noticeable at Loch Lloyd in the past year. Suffice it to say that based on the work and accomplishments of 2022, we are committed to sustaining this pace, and promise tenacious progress toward Brian’s ideal vision for Loch Lloyd Country Club. Please follow the link below to view our 2023 state of the club message.
Click here to view the 2023 State Of The Club Message.
As you dive further into this month's newsletter, you'll soon find our full events calendar filled with happenings that will cater to everyone in your family. Stay in the know of all the exciting events we will soon have to offer by joining our Private Member Facebook Group. Please follow the link below to request to join.
Click here to access our Private Members Facebook Group
As this new year brings new beginnings, I would like to introduce all our new members here at the Club. I encourage you to give them a Loch Lloyd welcome.
We are happy you are here!
- Chris Brems, Your Club President
Eric Dalbey & Stuart Jordan
Ryan & Lindsey Epstein
Nathaniel & Nicole Thomas
Charles & Courtney Hanson
Ben & Ali Skilling
Derek & Jacquelene Campbell
Daniel & Erin Kranz
Jared & Angela White
Andrew & Mary Mitchell
Congratulations to the Kanas City Chiefs winning their second Super Bowl in the past four years. What an exciting time to be in KC. Before long the NFL Draft will be in town and the football chatter will start up all over again
Golf here at Loch Lloyd is also getting ready to start up and we can’t wait to start seeing everyone on the first tee We have worked diligently to offer up our most excited golf calendar to date Please save the dates on all of the events that interest you, the more people that participate, the better the event will be.
Be on the lookout for major announcements as it pertains to signups for those events
Enjoy the month of March, it’s a great month. March Madness basketball, baseball spring training and a perfect month to start tuning your golf game up
See you on the first tee!
The World Handicap System goes active on March 1st for us at Loch Lloyd You are now able to post your scores starting March 1st for use in calculating your handicap We ask that you post all scores, whether 9 hole or 18 hole scores, directly following the completion of your round Doing so will ensure that you have the most accurate handicap possible as well as to ensure that we have fair and competitive play during our club events. For more information on the handicap system, or to get a handicap established, please contact the Golf Shop. If you have any questions or concerns regarding how to post your scores, ask any of the golf professionals for help. Please make sure to download the new app, it will allow you to have the most accurate daily information regarding your handicap at your fingertips.
Your opportunity to try the new products that have recently hit the market is just around the corner. We are pleased to be joined by sales representatives from the various golf club manufacturers that we stock in our Golf Shop at the Practice Facility for our Fitting Day Events. The golf shop stocks a wide compliment of demo clubs for our members use throughout the season. If you are unable to join us for ANY of our Fitting Day Events but are interested in trying out some new equipment this season, please ask one of the Golf Professionals in the Golf Shop for assistance The current schedule of Fitting days is listed with additional dates and vendors to come Each of these events will be by appointment only Callaway
March 24th
April 15th
May 27th
1:00 PM -5:00 PM 11:00 AM -3:00 PM
AM -3:00 PM
PM-
The Scotty
The Sheltie
The Sheltie
The Whummle
Men’s Gross Club Championship
Club Championships
Mixed Club Championship (aka the Divorce Open)
The Brigadoon Classic
Men’s Fall Invitational
May 19th & 20th
May 21st (Rain Date)
June 16th & 17th
June 18th (Rain Date)
June 21st-24th
July 14th-16th
July 28th - 29th
September 4th
September 21st-23rd
October 6th & 7th
This years’ addition of the Scotty to be played on May 19th and 20th The Scotty is the annual Men’s Member-Member Tournament at Loch Lloyd that kicks off the golf season The cost of the event is $300 per person. Your entry fee gets you fantastic tee gifts, prizes, payouts, trophies, and most importantly bragging rights for the next 12 months Please call the golf shop for more information and sign up on ForeTees Sign up information will be announced in the upcoming weeks.
The Sheltie is Loch Lloyd’s Women’s Member-Member. This will be the inaugural Sheltie and we look forward to a great event. More details will be announced in an upcoming communication.
Have you ever considered using logo golf balls as a part of your marketing or promotional strategy? And did you know that the Loch Lloyd Golf Shop can be your one-stop shop for all your business needs? Each day, more and more business is being conducted on the golf course Golfers also make up one of the most attractive demographic audiences and typically possess above average household incomes Golf Balls with your company’s logo are a great way of reaching your most sought-after customers and provides you with an additional means of keeping your company’s image in front of them. Don’t hesitate, contact one of the Golf Professionals and let’s get your company’s logo on your golf balls!
MARCH GOLF SHOP HOURS OF OPERATION
8:00 AM to 6:00 PM *Tee times will begin one hour after the Golf Shop opens, weather permitting
MARCH EVENTS
Monday 6 Club and Course Closed
Sunday 13 Daylight Savings Begins
Monday 20 Club and Course Closed
Monday 27 Club and Course Closed
Tuesday 28 Course Closed- Aerification
One of the most common questions I receive as a Golf Course Superintendent is “What do you do all winter?” It may come as a surprise that playing card games and hosting shop parties is not the answer! Our winter months provide the GCM team with a great opportunity to add value to the club through construction/capital projects, tree work, associate training and equipment maintenance. In this Newsletter I will highlight our recent major winter projects.
This winter Loch Lloyd Country Club completed a $250,000 capital expense project to replace many of the critically damaged golf course cart paths The plan was executed in five phases to accommodate golf course access throughout the project. A total of 18,000 square feet of new cart path was installed The project was completed in February and all paths are now open to golf. Please abide by all signage and roped areas redirecting traffic to protect sodded and/or seeded damaged areas from the project.
The team of professionals working on the Loch Lloyd golf course maintenance team are second to none Much of the professional skill and hard work of the GCM team can go unseen. This can be exemplified by the task of reconstructing a bridge The GCM team was tasked with reconstructing a bridge after a main support beam had broken and the bridge was deemed unsafe for use After two days the team had the new beam installed and the bridge reconstructed. We do notice other bridges throughout the golf course need repairs and will continue to do so as materials become available this Spring.
Dead Tree Removal
One mainstay of winter golf course maintenance is tree work. We were no exception this winter as we successfully removed 78 dead, undesired and/or unsafe trees from the property. Although as high number of trees were removed only nine were located in highly maintained areas on the golf course. We have plans to replace any desired trees with new plantings this Spring. Unfortunately, over half of the removed trees were Green Ash trees that were susceptible to the Emerald Ash Borer This insect damage is widespread throughout the region as I suspect more Ash trees to fall victim to this in the future.
Zoysiagrass is the type of turfgrass installed in our fairways, practice tees and event lawn. This warm season turfgrass goes dormant during cold winter months. This dormancy provides an opportunity to apply a product removing any weeds from the zoysiagrass without damaging the zoysiagrass itself This application was performed in February to create a clean and consistent zoysiagrass playing surface.
Last Spring we successfully installed drainage to fairways #3 & 10 eliminating chronic and unplayable wet areas. We have plans to install more drainage this spring to fairways #3, 16 and 17 to improve moisture percolation therefore improving the playing surface We are targeting mid-March to begin this project.
The golf course maintenance team will revert back to single cups on greens at the beginning of March. Thank you for your cooperation with the double cup system during winter months.
Spring greens aerification is scheduled for March 27th & 28th The course will be closed during the greens aerification process.
The Loch Lloyd golf course maintenance team is excited for you to enjoy the positive changes that have been made this winter season We thank you for your patience when performing winter projects as we remain committed to providing Loch Lloyd Country Club with the best golf experience in Kansas City Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions or concerns at grants@lochlloyd.com
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When crafting the calendar, we looked at who our members are We wanted to be thoughtful and have something for ALL of our members to enjoy. From the littles to the experienced, families to singles Those that like golf and those that would prefer to lounge at the pool, our goal is to host at least 4 events each month keeping our target audiences in mind - Families, Jr Members, Experienced Members, Golf Fanatics I hope you find the calendar honors the past while bringing a new energy, excitement and experience to Loch Lloyd Country Club.
Take care and stay well,
New wine alert!
- Kim PalmerThe month of February we brought in the new Orin Swift, Abstract blend. Our first Wine Wednesday we sold a case and a half! It felt like you were all in the spirit to try some other new items! With our adventurous members, this has allowed us to keep the wine menu super fresh. The month of March, in addition to getting ½ price house wine every Wednesday, we will also have the Charles Krug Generations 2018, on sale for $68 per bottle. Aged in new French oak barrels, this Bordeaux-style blend honors the family’s past, present and future The wine is full-bodied with a buttery texture and flavors of mixed berries, vanilla, and toasty oak linger
These warmer days got you craving summer? Great! I just got in some great tequilas by Don Fulano! Come to Taco Tuesday this month and get a flight of the Blanco, Reposado and the Anejo 3 not enough? No worries, we got a super rare bottle of the extra anejo as well! Just one thing, no limes allowed!
As always, if you’re not feeling any of the above, give me a call and I can help you find something you like!
- Hannah Huffman
February 24 - April 7 $3 Off All Fish Entrees For Lent
EVERY FRIDAY DURING LENT
March 7 Taco Tuesday (First Tuesday of Every Month) Dinner Only
March 8 International Women's Day - Women Receive 25% Off Meal
March 10 Family Game Night in Fireside
March 11 St. Patrick's Day Lunch Buffet
March 14 A Beer Pairing Dinner featuring
March 15 March Madness Brackets DUE!
March 17 St. Patrick's Day Drink Specials
March 21-22 Spring Into Savings - Discounts & Specials in the Pro Shop!
March 25 Spring Break Luau - A Party for the Parents
March 29 Kids Eat Half Price (Last Wednesday of Every Month)
April 1 Final 4 Watch Party
April 4 Taco Tuesday - Dinner Only
April 4 New Kids On The Loch - New Member Golf Invitational
April 8 Easter Egg Hunt
April 9 Easter Brunch
April 11 1 Day Guest Event
April 11 Hole in WON! Join us for your shot at Food & Beverage Discounts
April 14 BUNCO!
April 16 Couples Golf
April 18 Ladies Clinic @ 4pm (Every Tuesday through May 9)
April 19 Ladies Opening Day
April 20 Ladies Clinic at the Range (Every Thursday through May 11)
April 22 Complete & Putter Madness! Putting contests, skills drills, family fun!
April 23 Cheerful Charlie's Performance in the 19th Hole
April 25 Data, Details & Drinks
April 26 Kids Eat Half Price
April 27-29 NFL Draft Specials in the 19th - 1/2 Price Drafts All Day
April 29 Loch Lloyd Inaugural Flag Football Showdown
May 2 Taco Tuesday - Dinner Only
May 5 Cinco de Mayo Specials
May 5 Fore Amigos Golf Event
May 6 Kentucky Derby Party
May 7 Couples Golf
May 9 1 Day Guest Golf Event
May 12 Family Game Night on the Event Lawn
May 14 Mothers Day Brunch
June 13 Wine Dinner
June 14 LLLGA Informal Guest Day
June 16-17 The Sheltie, A Member Member Tournament for the Ladies of Loch Lloyd
June 18 Fathers Day at Loch Lloyd Country Club
July 15 Deck Crawl
July 18 1 Day Guest Golf Event
July 18 New Member Mix & Mingle
July 19 Ladies Solheim Cup
Sept 1 Adult Pool Party @ 8pm
Sept 4 The Divorce Open - A Mix Club Championship Golf Event
Sept 5 Taco Tuesday
Sept 7 Cheerful Charlie's Performance on the Event Lawn
Sept 9 Cheers, Beers & BINGO! 21 & Over Bingo Night
October 17 Hole in WON! Join us for your shot at Food & Beverage Discounts
October 21 Alumni Day Tailgate
October 21 1 Day Fall Mixed Member Member Tournament
October 24 Witches & Wine
October 24 Beasts and Bourbon
Trunk or Treat
Ghostly Greens, A Golf Event
Hay Rides & More
December 4 Ladies Holiday Event
December 5 Taco Tuesday
December 6-8 Member Appreciation Sale
December 12 Wine Dinner
December 17 Santa Brunch
December 21 BUNCO!
December 25 CLUBHOUSE CLOSED
December 26 CLUBHOUSE CLOSED
December 27 Kids Eat Half Price
December 29 Holiday Family Game Night
December 31 A New Years Eve Casino Night
All dates, times and activities are subject to change.
Most events require an RSVP and this will be noted in the event specific information sent closer to event time.
Cancellation policy applies for most events.
We will keep you updated on events with targeted emails, on our Private Members Facebook Group, and with postings on our bulletin boards.
There will be a GOLF SPECIFIC Calendar sent to all Golf Members soon.
For those of you who patiently wintered at home this season, we’ve now seen enough 60+ degree weather to prompt us to break out our golf bags and get our clubs ready for some play! But first, it’s time to sign up for LLLGA membership. LLLGA membership gives you an opportunity to join other women golfers who play 18-holes on Wednesdays (8:30 shotgun) and 9-holes on Thursdays (5:30 shotgun) Plus, we offer several special events throughout the season, all of which are eligible for prizes!
Whether you are a renewing or a new member, our 2023 play days and planned events are sure to offer something for both beginner and experienced golfers While we promote the rules and integrity of the game, we’re also here to have fun! If you’ve joined us for any of the winter happy hour or lunch gatherings, you’ve already seen firsthand the welcoming nature of our group
With Opening Day being less than two months away, our special events gals, Lindsay Elder, Jackie Jordan and Amy Walleck, are working hard to tee up a fun event for us Sign up for LLLGA membership and block off April 19th on your calendars to join us for our first event of the season! And, even if you’re unable to join us for the golf, which is a 1:00 shotgun team event, plan on gathering with us for dinner. It’s a great way to meet the members and hear what we have planned for the year.
Here are a few other LLLGA events to mark down on your calendars More info for each will be provided in advance of each event.
June 14th: Informal Guest Day
June 29th: 9-Hole Red, White & Blue Event (a total blast!)
July 19th & 20th: Solheim Cup (a member/member four-ball and match play event)
August 2nd: Formal Guest Day
October 11th: Closing Day & Dinner (1:00 Shotgun)
In addition, the Pro Shop will send out information regarding club offered events, such as the member/member, match and four-ball play, club championship and member/guest, to name a few The member/guest for women is the Brigadoon, which this year will be held September 21st-23rd It’s an event you won’t want to miss! We hope you will consider joining/rejoining LLLGA! We look forward to welcoming you on April 19th!
-Wilma ColladoApril 6th, 2023, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Want to feel more present, joyful, and energized? Join the Infinite Possibilites Team Jen
Zingg and Andrea Arlotti for a morning filled with nourishment, experientials to align your Brain, Body and Spirit. Education on your Nervous Systems, tools to calm and ground yourself through simple movements, breath-work, and strategies You will leave empowered, centered, present and inspired!
Business Meeting 10:00 AM
Speaker 10:45 AM
Lunch 12:00 AM
As we welcome Spring and celebrate new beginnings, our April Garden Club Menu will be a reflection of the season Chef Nic will prepare two proteins to choose from including roasted leg of lamb with a delicate mint chimichurri sauce or a lemon spring baked chicken This course will be complimented with homemade au gratin potatoes and snapped green beans The meal will be garnished with a freshly baked roll and finished with a spring inspired carrot cake
Want to learn more about the Loch Lloyd Lightening Swim Team?
Visit lochlloydlightning.swimtopia.com for all things swim team here within the gates. The 'Parent 101 Handout' is a great source of information for your frequently asked questions. As always, feel free to email me at llccswimteam@outlook com and I will get in touch with you as soon as I can!
Parent Info Mtg.- 3/29 at 6pm (lower level of LL Clubhouse)
Registration Window- 3/29- 5/1 or until full
*Registration will be completed online. Links will appear on our website when window opens.
1st Day of Practices- 5/30 (Jr and new swimmer evaluations)
5/31 (all competitive team swimmers).
Practices are M-F mornings and are 1 hour each. Age group
Chris Brems | Club President
Chrisb@lochlloyd com | 816-322-1022
Linda Newby | Accounting Lindan@lochlloyd.com | 816-505-4292
Lance Darling | Fitness Lanced@lochlloyd com | 816-322-5463
Sean Hanna | Golf Operations Seanh@lochlloyd.com | 816-674-7882
Grant Suderman | Golf Superintendent Grants@lochlloyd com | 785-448-4267
Kim Palmer | Operations Director Kimp@lochlloyd.com | 816-786-0494
Hannah Huffman | Food and Beverage Executive Hannahh@lochlloyd com | 816-273-4835
Shelby Shatford | Club Communications and Brand Associate Shelbys@lochlloyd.com | 816-322-1022
Ciara Mayes | Concierge Associate Ciaram@lochlloyd com | 816-322-1022
Ashlea Black | Vice President of Real Estate and Marketing Ashleab@lochlloyd.com | 816-331-9500
Dale Brouk | COO Real Estate Daleb@lochlloyd com | 816-505-4297
Michelle Canales | Real Estate Operations and Community Associate Director Michellec@lochlloyd com | 816-892-3721
Doug Adam | Realtor
Douga@lochlloyd com | 816-331-9500
