MASTERS WEEK INFORMATION GUIDE April 2 - 8, 2018
Welcome Masters Week Guests Welcome to Champions Retreat! As you exhale, we hope that you leave your inhibitions at the gate and inhale our springtime air, notice the blossoming landscape and hear the breeze through the Georgia Pines. It is April in Augusta and we are pleased that you have joined us for what will be a memorable 2018 Masters Week. Whether you are a repeat guest, or visiting for the first time, there is much to embrace this week at Champions Retreat. Everything that you could dream or hope for can be facilitated within the gates and our team looks forward to the opportunity to serve you. For those dining in our cottages at night, in the Barn at Champions Retreat during the day or visiting the Grille House for our Tournament Week menu, I’m confident that you will agree our culinary delights will exceed your expectations. Don’t miss out on trying our signature cocktails at the driving range or at The Champions Experience Friday and Saturday night. Regardless, there is a great chance to join friends, make new ones and enjoy all that our Club has to offer. As mentioned, the driving range and putting green will be available throughout the day and into the night with the opportunity to recreate the magical shots you witnessed down the road. Music with the DJ, drinks under the Cabanas and a vibrant atmosphere awaits you to ensure that fun will be had by all.
Cameron S. Wiebe General Manager, PGA Champions Retreat (706) 854-6999 | cameron@championsretreat.net
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Cameron S. Wiebe
Masters Week Phone Numbers EMERGENCY CONTACTS
FREQUENTLY CALLED NUMBERS
Champions Retreat Front Gate (706) 869-0394
Golf House (706) 854-6970
Sheriff’s Office (706) 541-2800
Grille House (706) 854-6980
University Medical Associates (706) 774-7400
Transportation (706) 814-0250 Day time (706) 814-0253 After hours
Prompt Care (706) 854-2222 Perfect Health Urgent Care (706) 760-7607
Guest Services (706) 814-0250 Day time (706) 854-6972 After hours
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Three Champions, One Private Club PALMER NINE – ISLAND COURSE
NICKLAUS NINE – BLUFF COURSE
PLAYER NINE – CREEK COURSE
“The Palmer Island Nine is flanked on one side by the broad Savannah River, and the other side by the Little River.
“This is a nice, rolling piece of property with mature pines throughout. Very little dirt has been moved, which means the course fits nicely with the existing terrain and its surroundings.
“The site for the Player Creek Nine at Champions Retreat offers so many opportunities for a wonderful golf course. The opening four holes play a beautiful wetland area, while the remaining holes move upland through native hardwood trees.
The spectacular hardwoods and pines along the riverbank have been saved and the fairways have been raised to take advantage of the beautiful vistas along the rivers. There is not a better setting for golf in the South.” - Arnold Palmer
This is the kind of site that provides you the opportunity to design a golf course that, on opening day, will appear as if it’s been there for 50 years.” -Jack Nicklaus
The ninth hole dramatically plays over and around a large lake on the right. All level players will finish the nine with a variety of shot making challenges.” - Gary Player
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Masters Week Golf Champions Retreat offers an exclusive, private setting and golf experience for you during Masters Week.
For reservations, call: (706) 854-6970
HOURS & PROCEDURES
27 HOLE EXPERIENCE 9-hole replay – additional $500
Golf Course Hours 7:15 am - 7:00 pm 1st Wave
7:15 am - 9:30 am
2nd Wave
12:00 pm - 2:24 pm
3 Wave
4:30 pm - 5:33 pm
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ALL GUESTS MUST CHECK-IN with the Golf House for your round or additional play. Players must arrive to first tee 10 minutes before tee time. One ball off the first tee, no mulligans. No fivesomes & No golf after dark is allowed. lease keep up with the group in front of you. P Groups that fall more than one hole behind will be asked to move forward.
18 HOLE EXPERIENCE
Golf includes green fees, cart fees, daily F&B including alcohol until 5 pm, $50 merchandise credit per player and fore caddie base fee. Caddie gratuity is not included. (recommendation is $20 per player).
$2,750 per foursome
*This is a limited time opportunity! Book while replay tee times are still available
LATE FOR TEE TIME If a group is late for their scheduled tee time, they must wait for the next available tee time. There is no guarantee that a tardy group will be allowed to play. Players or groups missing their scheduled starting time will not be entitled to any refund.
INCLEMENT WEATHER I f the course is closed due to extreme weather conditions that render the course unplayable, and players are not able to complete 13 holes of their scheduled round on the same day, the Club officials will make an effort to accommodate the desires of the players. There is no guarantee of a full or partial refund. he golf course staff will make the determination T to allow play or not relative to the weather conditions on any given day during Masters. lease do not come off the golf course unless P directed. Groups that stop on their own risk losing their position on the course.
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CADDIE PROGRAM
RENTAL CLUBS
Champions Retreat has retained the services of CADDIEMASTER, a premier caddie management company in the U.S. and abroad, enhancing what is already a terrific experience to an unforgettable one. During Masters Week, unless you are accompanied by a Champions Retreat member, your tee time includes a forecaddie base rate fee. A gratuity of $20+ per player is recommended. Forecaddies accompany players riding in golf carts. Their duties include: • Locating golf balls, providing yardage • Tending the flagstick
Titleist AP1 and AP2 sets available.
FITNESS: 5am - 10pm Our Fitness Facility, located on the second floor of the Locker House, is open to our Members and Guests during Masters Week at no additional charge.
LORI MADISON: (864) 918-4555 Contact me directly to schedule personal Training sessions and Stretching sessions
ONSITE FITNESS TRAINING PRICES:
• Green reading (if asked) • Maintaining pace-of-play • Providing a general hole description with target lines • Maintaining the golf course by filling divots, raking bunkers and fixing pitch marks We hope you will enjoy your caddie experience at Champions Retreat!
30 min sessions: $40: 60 Min Sessions: $75 Onsite Stretching Sessions: 20 min $30 Lori has numerous certifications and over 20 years experience, including a focus on Golf Fitness and Neuromuscular Stretching.
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Custom Gear and Special Pricing THE GOLF HOUSE
Our Professional staff is on hand to make sure that everyone who visits the Golf House finds what they desire. We are fully stocked with the most in-demand golf fashions and technology. Please let us help you create a terrific memory from a great week. This year with your tee time, each guest in the group will be receiving $50 in merchandise credit for the Golf House. To receive your $50 merchandise card, please visit the table located on the Golf House porch. This station will have cards available for pickup from 6:30am-2:30pm. A staff member will have your cards on file and can either distribute to each individual or to a group leader. Please note; the cards have an expiration date of April 9th and are not eligible to be used any time after that date. The cards are NOT redeemable for cash.
PETER MILLAR AT CHAMPIONS RETREAT Champions Retreat has partnered with Peter Millar for exclusive offerings during Masters Week. All custom Peter Millar orders placed by March 15th will be available upon your arrival at Champions
Retreat. Apparel can be ordered with the Champions Retreat logo, your company logo or co-branded with both. Peter Millar custom items make great gifts for clients and employees alike. Orders of 40 pieces or more will receive a 20% discount.
TITLEIST CUSTOM BALLS ustom Titleist golf balls make a great impression C
on your clients and guests. Place an order of 12 dozen or more Titleist balls with the Champions Retreat logo, your company logo or personal imprint and receive 15% off that order. Orders of 40 dozen or more will receive a 20% discount.
POPULAR ITEMS Champions Retreat will offer a special discount on a different manufacturer each day during Masters Week. Champions Retreat Hat and T-shirt package - $40. Receive 20% off when purchasing 12 or more of any item during Masters Week. All Wedges and Putters 20% off during Masters Week.
GOLF CLINICS & INSTRUCTION he Professional Staff here at Champions Retreat T are available for individual golf instruction and group clinics during Masters Week.
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Masters Week—Breakfast and Lunch Champions Retreat offers a variety of delicious breakfast and lunch options.
DETAILS
On the day of your tee time, breakfast and lunch are included and will be available in the barn at Champions Retreat. The Breakfast and Lunch Buffets will also be available for those not playing golf. Acceptable forms of payment are Visa, MasterCard and AMEX. For those not playing golf: $40 for lunch $25 for breakfast (excluding alcohol). $65 for lunch and $35 for breakfast (including alcohol). Tax and service charge not included.
BREAKFAST
Served from 6:30am to 10:30am
Breakfast Buffet Fresh Pastries, Breads & Jam Seasonal Fruit & Berries Grits, Sausage, Bacon & Biscuits Eggs to Order
LUNCH
Served from 11:00am to 5:00pm
From The Smoker Made to order, hot & cold sandwiches. Our BBQ Chef’s daily smoked selections include pulled pork, smoked chicken, brisket, pork loin and more. Salads Watermelon & Tomato Family Reunion Potato Salad Green Apple Cole Slaw Sweets Red Velvet Cookies & Triple Chocolate Brownies Boar’s Head Cart at the Pavilion Served from 9:00am to 5:00pm
Beer Brazed Hotdogs & Spicy Sausages with all the Trimmings
Grab & Go Country Ham Biscuits Sausage & Cheese Biscuits Breakfast Burritos with Jalapeno Sauce
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Come and Enjoy Masters Week at Champions Retreat THE CHAMPIONS EXPERIENCE
THE GRILLE HOUSE
Make plans to join the party Friday and Saturday night.
Join us in the Grille House at Champions Retreat for the finest dining experience in Augusta and beyond. Sample our vast selections of Boutique Vintage and other prestigious wines, or our Bourbon and Scotch collections. When you want to impress your most important clients, the Grille House is the place to bring them.
Friday Night, April 6th The Southern Charm Southern Favorites: Fried Catfish, Chicken and Waffles, Shrimp and Grits, Beef Brisket, Ribs, Mac N’ Cheese, Baked Beans, Cole Slaw, Collard Greens, Bacon Jam, Fried Green Tomatoes, Cornbread, Peach Cobbler and Banana Pudding. Saturday Night, April 7th Burgers and Brews Gourmet Burgers along with your favorite Brew… what could be better! Gourmet Burger selections include Bison, Turkey, Lamb and more. Vegetarian options available. Also enjoy Wings, Fry and Tot Stations, Jalapeno Poppers, Hand Spun Boozy Milkshakes and Craft/Regional Beers. Live Music Performance: 6:30 pm Pricing: $150 per night, per person Includes food, beverages and gratuity
Reservations Requested
Grille House Hours: Sunday, April 1st – Monday, April 9th 5:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Reservations Required
BLUFF OVERLOOK Open Monday only for NCAA Basketball National Championship, 6:00 pm to game over.
For reservations, contact: Shelby Ortiz Toro (706) 854-6977 shelby@championsretreat.net MASTERS WEEK | PAGE 9
Live Music
Admission with The Champions Experience Reservations
ADAM THOMPSON
JOE STEVENSON
Friday Night Artist for THE SOUTHERN CHARM
Saturday Night Artist for BURGERS AND BREWS
When Adam Harris Thompson
Joe Stevenson is a local Augustan
steps to the microphone to sing,
that has extensively toured
everyone listens. From right
North America releasing albums
here in Augusta, Georgia, he is
between 1990 and 1999. A talent
known for his Bluesy Rock and
that has evolved into songwriting
Alternative Country. Adam has
and hosting a specialty radio
played everywhere from bar stools
show. His song “Possibilities”
to church pews. To him, “everyone
has been recorded by Grammy
deserves a song.”
winning artist, Darius Rucker.
Adam Thompson
Joe Stevenson
Play at Night
Monday, April 2nd – Saturday, April 7th, 8:00pm-11:00pm • Practice Facility, Main Putting Green, Short Game Area, and Small Putting Green will be lit for play • Open Cabanas • Full cash bar with music and live DJ • Satellite Pro Shop • Travis Mathew, Linksoul and PXG to be on site • Titleist clubs available for use MASTERS WEEK | PAGE 10
Private Event Venues Delight your guests with a variety of entertainment venues during Masters Week.
THE BARN AT CHAMPIONS RETREAT
BLUFF OVERLOOK
From a sophisticated night out featuring the finest culinary experience, wine and cocktails during Masters Week, to a relaxed, convivial backyard BBQ, the Barn at Champions Retreat has you covered. The Barn can host events from 15-500 and everything in between. Whether you are looking for a gastronomical, fine dining experience unmatched in this area or the best BBQ in Georgia, our Barn is the place for your private event.
Cocktails, Hors D’oeuvres and dinners with a view. That’s the experience at the Bluff Overlook. Situated above our Grille House this intimate space can host from 15-50 in its’ indoor facility with a wraparound deck overlooking the golf course. Perfect for a sublime cocktail and Hors D’oeuvres party where guests can mingle and socialize in a private space with a million-dollar view.
DECK 5 Deck 5 is our remote dining retreat on the Savannah River. This outdoor deck features a beautiful brick fire pit and fantastic views of the Savannah River and the Island course. Dinners for up to 50 people and cocktail parties for up to 100 are a fantastic way to enjoy the simple elegance of the Savannah River and the Augusta countryside.
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The Barn at Champions Retreat
Seats 8 - 12
Seats 100 - 125
Seats 16 - 25
Seats 50 - 75
SEATS 250 TOTAL
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Opportunities for Membership Retreats and Cottages MEMBERSHIP At Champions Retreat we offer several types of memberships. Based on how you envision utilizing the Club, we would welcome the chance to speak with you to explore how our Club can assist you or your company.
PREVIEW MEMBERSHIPS Now is the time to join Champions Retreat. For those prospects that reside 100 miles or more from the Club, we have created a Preview Membership that allows you to experience the Club for one year with a single payment of annual dues while deferring your initiation fee. This opportunity allows you to experience the Club for 365 days risk free. For more information, please contact Andrew Press (706) 631-1226 andrew@championsretreat.net
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Masters Week Transportation TRANSPORTATION SCHEDULE Augusta National Drop Off: 7:30am, 9:30am, 11:30am Augusta National Pick Up: 1:00pm, 3:00pm, 5:00pm, and 7:00pm *Local airport transport determined by itinerary
RETURN TRANSPORTATION All guests must book a return time in advance or upon check-in. Returns will only be made at scheduled times.
GUEST SERVICES To schedule transportation, please call (706) 814-0250
COST $130 per person, round-trip to tournament and local airports in Augusta.
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A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO TAYLOR BMW We are very pleased to have partnered with Taylor BMW to further enhance our amenities to our Members and Guests.
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Club Policies In order to provide an enjoyable club experience, we ask that all members and guests adhere to the following club policies and procedures.
GOLF COURSES
DRESS CODE
Please refrain from use of the course after dark including hitting shots onto the green from the cottage or walking on the putting green surfaces.
Players are required to wear proper golf attire while on the golf course and practice facilities. Golf shoes must have soft spikes only. No denim is permitted on the golf course. Shorts for gentlemen must be Bermuda length. Cargo shorts, cut-offs, denim, and t-shirts are not permitted on the course. Men, women, and children not golfing are permitted to wear “neat” jeans with no holes or frays. Hats must be worn forward facing and should be removed when in the dining facilities.
COTTAGE CHECK-IN & CHECK-OUT Check-in is 4:00 pm and check-out is 11:00 am. Due to incoming guests, we ask that you promptly remove all of your belongings from the Cottage by 11:00 am. We are happy to provide luggage storage if necessary.
CELL PHONES Champions Retreat prohibits the use of cell phones on the putting greens, short game area, Grille House, Golf House and common areas. Cell phones are permissible in the cottages and Locker House. Use of cell phones on the golf course is permitted but members and guests should use discretion and courtesy so as not to interrupt or affect anyone’s play.
PARKING Once you have unloaded your car, please park in the large parking lot behind the Grille House.
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(706) 854-6960 | www.championsretreat.net
AMENITIES 1. Helicopter Pad 2. Golf House 3. Bag Drop 4. Cart House 5. Locker House / Fitness Center/ Cottage Check-In/ ATM 6. Deck 5 7. Grille Firepit 8. Pavilion
GOLF
DINING
COTTAGES
9. Nicklaus Bluff #1 10. Palmer Island #1 11. Putting Green 12. Short Game Area 13. Driving Range 14. Player Creek #1
15. Grille House / Bluff Overlook
Jones Nelson Nicklaus Palmer Watson Snead Hogan Sarazen Player
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Sweetwater Chambers Bay Blair Atholl St. Andrews Congressional Medinah Carnoustie
Celebrate Masters Week 2019 at Champions Retreat Reserve Your Spot Now! | April 8-14, 2019 PLAY AT NIGHT on our Driving Range and Putting Green which will be lit every night with a bar and music. THROW A PARTY in The Barn. An amazing facility that can host events from 15-500 people. From sophisticated to relaxed, The Barn is a venue with you in mind. HAVE A DRINK in our Grille House or the Bluff Overlook. With spectacular views of the golf course, the Bluff Overlook is the perfect space for a VIP group to entertain up to 40 people. SAVOR gourmet Ă la carte dishes from our Grille House Menu featuring delicious, authentic Southern cuisine.
JOIN THE PARTY with special events on Friday and Saturday. STAY IN LUXURY at one of our cottages or private homes - available through our Masters Week Rental Program - if you need accommodations. Please let me know if you would like further information about any of the services or activities above. We hope to see you at Champions Retreat during Masters Week 2019. Thank you! Sincerely,
Alison Nelson Logistics Coordinator alison@championsretreat.net P: (706) 854-6981 | C: (706) 399-2117
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