Spring 2024 Haig Point Happenings

HAPPENINGS

FROM THE CHIEF

ADAM MARTIN Interim Chief Executive Officer

Spring is here and change is in the air!

Haig Point welcomes Don Hunter as our new CEO! Don will take the helm on March 15th. He brings a long history of Club Management and his experience will guide us through the many projects and initiatives on the horizon.

On a personal note, it was my honor and privilege to lead this great Club through the transition over the last year. I thank you all for your support and assistance. I am proud of our achievements in beginning the Road Construction and Dock Refurbishment Projects, rehabilitating the Maintenance and Engineering Buildings and in improving the financial condition of the Club. I welcome Don to the team and I am excited about Haig Point’s future success.

Don’t forget to sign up for the many spring events, tournaments and functions. I hope to see you there!

Adam

WELCOME TO OUR NEW MEMBERS*

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Becky & Jarrett Ouellette Granbury, Texas

Kanako & Michael Waclawski Alexandria, Virginia

Kim & Bill Wasden Millen, Georgia

| NON-PROPERTY NON-EQUITY |

Michele & Bill Sheaf Orlando, Florida

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NON-PROPERTY NON-EQUITY EQUESTRIAN |

Wiff & Wendell Harmer Nashville, Tennessee

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Peggy & Chris Bussert Big Canoe, Georgia

Nikki & Dave Martin Houston, Texas

* Joined during the first quarter of 2024

Membership has its PERX!

Haig Point PERX was created to reward Members for helping us build our Membership stronger and better. We all know a referral is the greatest compliment you can give to your community. With PERX, you also have the opportunity for amazing rewards:

• For each new Net Signature Membership sold, the referring Member will receive $5,000

• For each new Non-Property Membership sold, the referring Member will receive $1,000

• For each Existing Property with a Membership sold, the referring Member will receive a $1,000 Club Credit

• For each National Membership sold, the referring Member will receive a $500 Club Credit

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To learn more or to refer a Member, scan this code with your smart device

When you become a Haig Point Member, you become part of a wonderful circle of Affiliate Clubs. With select privileges such as dining, golf, fitness, business centers and more, your membership is even better than you imagined.

LOCAL AFFILIATE CLUBS

Our agreement with each club gives you access and you’ll be eligible for the member-guest rates at each of the clubs.

South Carolina Yacht Club

Learn to sail, join a cruising fleet, enjoy dining and special events with a decidedly nautical flair.

NATIONAL AFFILIATE CLUBS

Harbour Town Yacht Club

Take a quick water taxi trip for a change of scenery and enjoy cocktails and weekly dinners overlooking the marina.

Palmetto Bluff

Book a spa appointment, play golf, enjoy several dining options or join the Shooting Club.

Savannah Yacht Club

Variety of recreational activities including sailing, boating, tennis, swimming and fine dining

The agreement with each club gives our members full access for 10 days no more than 2 visits each calendar year. You’ll be eligible for the member-guest rates at each of the clubs. Before traveling, please contact Jim Hays, Leisure & Golf Sales Coordinator. He may be contacted at jhays@haigpoint.com and will provide a letter of introduction to the affiliate club of your choice

ALABAMA

The Club of Birmingham, Alabama

CANADA

Derrick Golf & Winter Club

Donalda Club

Granite Club

Terminal City Club - NEW!

Toronto Cricket, Skating & Curling Club

Toronto Lawn Tennis Club

DELAWARE

Greenville Country Club

FLORIDA

Halifax River Yacht Club - NEW!

The River Club

INVITED ALLIANCE (formerly ClubCorp)

GEORGIA

Idle Hour Country Club

MARYLAND

Kenwood Golf and Country Club

MASSACHUSETTS

The University Club of Boston MICHIGAN

Detroit Athletic Club

MISSOURI

Missouri Athletic Club

NEW JERSEY

Park Avenue Club

NEW YORK

The Belvedere Club

Huntington Yacht Club

Long Island Yacht Club

The New York Athletic Club

Scarsdale Golf Club

Westchester Country Club

NORTH CAROLINA

Charlotte City Club

North Hills Club

OHIO

Maketewah Country Club

OREGON

Multnomah Athletic Club

PENNSYLVANIA

Union League Club of Philadelphia

UNITED KINGDOM

University Club, London

ClubBenefits is included with a Signature Membership, no action is required to enjoy these privileges. When you travel, you will enjoy complimentary golf and dining.

BNG CLUBS

Premier Business & Social Clubs. Members may book a visit to any of these Clubs by contacting the Front Desk of the respective Club.

MEMBERS CAN LEARN MORE by visiting haigpoint.com and clicking My Club > Affiliate Clubs

DAUFUSKIE ISLAND INDEPENDENT SCHOOL Learn. Create. Belong. Reach.

Proximate access to quality education is a hallmark of any thriving community. When kids are happy, engaged, and challenged, parents can breathe a sigh of relief. Combine engaged kids with spectacular nature and a strong community network and you have potential that knows no bounds. This is Daufuskie’s opportunity.

In the fall of 2022, noting the difficulty of the secondary school years for families on the island, a group of parents came together to discuss avenues for addressing educational challenges and for creating educational opportunities on the island. Though online school had been a blessing for some, for many other students it led to isolation and poor educational outcomes. For some, commuting to Hilton Head Island Middle School was an adventure. For many others, it meant enduring bullying and the weakening of meaningful connections

“We have enjoyed the academic rigor and critical thinking skills that our student has developed this year. The learning environment is outstanding; the collective sense of the students and faculty being part of something special is palpable.”

with family and community due to the extensive travel time. As the parent group looked at the island’s values as a whole and assessed the many resources available in the community, they jointly crafted Daufuskie Island Independent School’s Vision:

“We believe every child, in every community, deserves access to a rich, rigorous, and well-rounded education. By partnering with communities, we instill a love of learning, foster a culture of creativity, create an atmosphere of belonging, and encourage all learners to recognize and reach their potential.”

Impact

It’s difficult to believe that meeting was only a year-and-a-half ago and that now Daufuskie Island Independent School (DIIS) is in the fourth quarter of its first year. Recognizing that current middle schoolers were impacted by COVID in their mid-elementary years–critically important years for foundational reading, writing, and math skills–opening for the 2023-24 school year was a priority and a promise to the community. Shoring up skills skipped over from the upheaval of the pandemic was an important focus of the first semester. Small class sizes allowed teachers to focus on individual students and stretch them. The outcomes for the families involved cannot be understated.

“Daufuskie Island Independent School has brought out a side of my son I didn’t know existed. I’ve seen tremendous growth in all subjects. In prior school years, he actively hated writing assignments. Now, I’ll notice him getting excited to work with Ms. Price on his book. In math, he went from needing help with homework every night to being able to do his work 100% on his own. In addition to learning essentials, he’s also learning

some vital life skills that will help him well beyond his time at DIIS. He has really come out of his shell this year and will actively participate in discussions both at school and at home. The growth I’ve witnessed has been exceptional and honestly hard to put into words.”

Key to DIIS’s success is the culture they are building. Important elements of academic courses include connection to place and connection to community. These two principles are carefully woven throughout the curriculum. By design, Daufuskie becomes students’ living classroom and a springboard to understanding the world around them, including their role as global citizens.

A culture of respect means students value their fellow classmates and what they bring to the classroom. A culture of learning encourages students to ask questions and teaches them how to think instead of what to think. A culture of a diversity of learners encourages many perspectives and styles of learning. A culture of resilience reminds us that growth is the point of the learning process, which means struggle is a necessary element. A culture of individual discovery entails taking risks and providing opportunities for students to move out of their comfort zones. These five main cultural tenants inform decision making from curriculum delivery to program selection.

What Sets DIIS Apart

The level of community involvement at DIIS is unique. In addition to staff, community members teach PE and art classes in which they share their wealth of experience and talent. The involvement of community members is critical to helping educate the whole child and to bridging the younger and older generations. Blessed by over 35 volunteers, DIIS

"I am beyond grateful every day for this school and what this team of loving, dedicated, hard working educators has done for my son and myself.”

“It was so exciting seeing some initially reticent 12 year olds embrace Yoga breathing and postures. Kudos to the students for their willingness to try a new way of moving and performing beyond their teacher’s expectations!”

students have participated in units on drama, voice, painting, clay, stamp making, pickleball, tennis, swimming, personal fitness, dance, and ping pong. The relationships built with community volunteers have been special and the students truly consider them friends. One community volunteer noted, “I have noticed the students become intensely involved in whatever project they are given. They look forward to each challenge a class presents.” By sharing their talents, community volunteers have truly expanded the students’ world.

Of particular interest are DIIS’s science and marine science programs. Believing that middle school is the time to hook students on science, DIIS has put together an inquiry driven and hands-on science curriculum that engages students and teaches them to explore possible answers through experimentation. In memory of community member Vicki Nolfi’s commitment and love for science education, the Nolfi Family generously sponsored the outfitting of science classrooms, so students have the scientific tools necessary to explore and experiment and learn to think like scientists.

With the beach as the school’s front yard, students benefit from a relevant and sophisticated marine science curriculum focused on connecting them to their environment. Understanding the challenges Daufuskie faces helps students become good stewards of the island. With the academic involvement of USCB, Coastal Carolina University, and SC SEA Grant, DIIS students have access to professionals currently working on marine issues who are passionate about the health of our marine ecosystems. This involvement has facilitated broader community education as well.

The Future

When asked how I see Daufuskie Island Independent School’s role in the community I say, “Our goal as a school is to be a resource for the community. Whether that is directly educating our students, organizing extracurricular activities on the island for youth, bringing in a NASA speaker for middle and high schoolers, opening our GIS unit to community members, or being a catalyst for growth, we want to help create academic experiences on the island. Up to this point, Daufuskie isn’t readily recognized for its schooling options. Daufuskie Island Independent School’s goal is not just to create access to middle school education on the island, but also to harness the incredible living classroom of Daufuskie to become a destination for educational experiences.”

This vision is reflected in the engagement of community members, entities, foundations, and governmental organizations. DIIS thanks Haig Point Foundation for sponsoring two teachers for the winter semester, Daufuskie Island Conservancy for sponsoring the marine science program for winter semester, United States Tennis Association for sponsoring a tennis unit, and many generous community members that have monetarily supported DIIS’s programs.

Dr. Tennille Scheriff, Founding Principal of Daufuskie Island Independent School, is rather frequently asked if DIIS has thought about adding high school grade-by-grade. “For now, we are focused on helping students use these middle school years to become resilient, confident learners, prepared for a successful launch to high school. We want to be the best at what we do.”

- Kimberly Lundgren DIIS Executive Director

HOW TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE

· Volunteer to share your talents by teaching a unit or coaching a sport in the 2024-25 school year.

· Help write grants to expand program offerings

· Fund a program

· Sponsor a teacher

· Learn more about simple ways to leave your lasting legacy on Daufuskie’s youth

www.diis-sc.org

EVENT PHOTOS

Clockwise from Top Left:

New Year's Eve Semi-Formal Dinner in the Clubhouse Ballroom, Ladies Who Eat, Play, Discover Bowling Outing in Bluffon, Learning from the Masters on the Grill Room Patio, Pippen celebrating Valentine's Day, Dental Day for our herd at the Equestrian Center, Bidding Farewell to our J1 Interns from Nepal: Sabin, Mausam and Samita, Early Morning on the Greens, Cover Model Juan Rodriguez for Celebrate Hilton Head Magazine, Plumpjack Five-Course Wine Dinner, Our Beloved Nemo

CURRENT LISTINGS

6 Sea Island Lane $ 2,850,000

5 bedrooms | 3.5 bathrooms | 3,975 sqft

24 Outer Banks Way $2,275,000

3 bedrooms | 3.5 bathrooms | 3,785 sqft

6 Port Passage $1,225,000

5 bedrooms | 4.5 bathrooms | 3,662 sqft

9 Lighthouse Court $1,070,000

4 bedrooms | 4 bathrooms | 2,937 sqft

ONLINE EXTRA

View all our listings at https://haigpoint.com/real-estate Email info@haigpoint.com if you are interested in buying or selling

9 Beacon Place $929,000

4 bedrooms | 4 bathrooms | 3,705 sqft

48 Mongin Run $949,000

4 bedrooms | 4 bathrooms | 2,705 sqft

50 Prestwick Green $979,000

3 bedrooms | 3.5 bathrooms | 2,346 sqft

1 - Golf Shop/Club Open Single Boat ServiceRound Robin

3 - Equestrian: Ride 'n Wine

2 – Equestrian: Kids Day Camp Equestrian Center

Feeling lucky? Partner tennis scramble event. Don’t forget to wear some green and bring a dish to share! JANUARY

6 - Equestrian: Kids Day Camp

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APRIL

6 – Equestrian: Kids Day Camp

8 – Golf Shop and Club Open

10 – Masters Pick the Winner

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15 – 6th Annual Haig Point Foundation

Open to the Public and benefits the Haig Point Foundation. Enjoy lunch, prizes, tee gifts, and an awards party and support a great cause

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MAY

4 – Pickleball: May the Dink be with You

Equestrian: Derby Day

5 – Cinco de Mayo

6 – Ladies Who Eat, Play, Discover

8 – Equestrian: Ride 'n Wine

11 – Tennis: 3 Amigas Tournament

12 – Mother's Day Brunch

17 - Golf: Divots & Drinks

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MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND

JUNE

3 – Ladies Who Eat, Play, Discover

5 – Equestrian: Ride 'N Wine

10 - 24 – Signature Course ClosedAerification

16 – Father's Day Dining 4 PM | Beach Club Deck

- 28 – Equestrian: Horse Camp

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2024 CALENDAR

JULY

2 - 7 – JULY 4th FESTIVITIES + DINING

1 - 5 – Kids Camp

2 – Pickleball Summer Classic

3 – Welcome Party + Cookout Cornhole Tournament

4 – Freedom 5K / Cart Parade / Kids Zone / Family Lunch / BBQ Dinner

5 – Red, White & Blue Scramble / Pizza Lunch / Toddler Pool Party / Happy Hour / Lowcountry Boil / HP Fireworks

6 – Equestrian: Kids Day Camp Tennis: Island Ball Tourney Taco Night + Live Entertainment Dive-In Movie

7 – Sundaes on Sunday Sunday Supper / Bingo Night

8 - 12 – Kids Camp

10 – Equestrian: Ride 'n Wine

15 - 19 – Kids Camp

19 – Golf: Divots & Drinks

22 - August 5 – Signature Course

Closed - Aerification

AUGUST

5 – Equestrian: Kids Day Camp

7 – National Lighthouse Day Celebration

14 – Equestrian: Ride 'n Wine

16 – Golf: Divots & Drinks

25 – Pickleball: US Open Tournament

31 – Saturday Football

SEPTEMBER

LABOR DAY WEEKEND

1 – Lobster Boil

6:30 PM | Beach Club Deck

2 - Golf Shop & Club Open

Golf: Labor Day Scramble

3 - Logan's Lounge Closes for the Season

6 - 8 – Pickleball: Club Championship

9 - Ladies Who Eat, Play, Discover

11 - Golf: Ladies' Opening Day

13 - Golf: Divots & Drinks

14 - 15 – Tennis: Club Championship

21 - Fall Beach Sweep

25 - Equestrian: Ride 'N Wine

26-28 – Golf: Ladies' Invitational

4 different nine-hole events over the course of two days with fun-filled games and a great dinner party with entertainment. This is themed event that everyone can dress the part and decorate their carts for the competition

2024 CALENDAR

OCTOBER

5 – Tennis: Mini Tennis Tourney Fall Gala

11 - 13 – Golf: Haig Point Cup

18 – Golf: Divots & Drinks

19- 20 – Golf: Club Championships

21 - November 8 – Signature Course

Closed - Overseeding

23 - Equestrian: Ride 'N Wine

26 - Equestrian: Kids Day Camp

31 – Halloween Party

6 PM | Clubhouse

NOVEMBER

8 – Golf: Signature Open

9 – Veterans' Day Luncheon

12 PM | Clubhouse

11 – Clubhouse Open

Golf: Pro-Am Practice Round

12 - 13 – Golf: Pro-Am

13 - Equestrian: Ride 'N Wine

22 - Golf: Divots & Drinks

23 - Equestrian: Kids Day Camp Pickleball: Turkey Shootout

28 - Single Boat Service

Golf: Open Play Shotgun Thanksgiving Dining

29 - Turkey Trot

Clubhouse Holiday Shopping Event

2 PM | Clubhouse Calibogue Club Closed

30 - Annual Fall Pig Roast

5 PM | Equestrian Center

No Á la Carte Dining

This year’s event will feature live music, college football, and lawn games by the Barn. Pony rides for ages 3-10 will be available until dark, and hay rides for all ages will begin later in the evening!

2 – Haig Point Tree Lighting

6 PM | Clubhouse

6 - 8 – Golf: Member-Member Match Play

6 – Lighthouse Lighting Happy Hour

7 – Haig Point Holiday Open House

6 PM | Clubhouse

9 – Ladies Who Eat Play Discover

11 – Equestrian: Ride 'n Wine

12 - Golf: Divots & Drinks

14 - Breakfast with Santa Tennis/Pickleball White Xmas

15 – Grill Room Closes at 2 PM

16 – Helmus Caroling on the Beach

21 - Equestrian: Kids Day Camp

24 - Christmas Eve Service

25 - Single Boat Service Club and F&B Closed

26 - Club and F&B Closed

30 - Family New Year's Eve Festivities

6 PM | Clubhouse

31 - New Year's Eve Semi-Formal Dinner