Porters Neck Newsletter, May 2023

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PORTERS NECK COUNTRY CLUB

PORTERS NECK

celebration We invite you to send us detailed stories about your member experience for our Fall/Winter 2023 edition To submit a story idea, follow this link (bit ly/mcg20ideas) and complete the form, or email Faith Inman at finman@mcconnellgolf com Thank you for helping us celebrate 20 years of building clubs of the future!

VISIT KNOXVILLE OPEN I MAY 22-28

The Korn Ferry Tour's Visit Knoxville Open will return to Holston Hills Country Club in 2023 Founded in 1927, Holston Hills Country Club enjoys a rich history on its classic Donald Ross golf course. Featuring 18 holes of Bermuda grass fairways, it sits on 180 open acres of rolling hills adjoining the Holston River The golf course is consistently ranked among the country’s top 100 by Golf Magazine and within the top 100 classical golf courses by Golfweek Magazine Tickets are on sale now at visitknoxopen.com

SAVE THE DATE: PGA TOUR

UNC HEALTH CHAMPIONSHIP I JUNE 1-4

The Korn Ferry Tour's only stop in North Carolina, don’t miss your chance to watch the next wave of PGA Tour superstars as they compete on the renowned Ross course at Raleigh Country Club. Designed in 1948 by the legendary architect, Donald Ross, this year’s tournament course will be a true test for the Korn Ferry Tour field, offering both excitement and must-see golf for fans. Tickets are on sale now at unchealthchampionship.com

WYNDHAM CHAMPIONSHIP I AUGUST 2-6

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SEDGEFIELD COUNTRY CLUB

WelcomeNewMembers

WELCOME TO PORTERS NECK AND MCCONNELL GOLF!

WILLIAM KING, III & KERRI KING

Hazel & William Young Executive Sport

KELLY SLIDER Sport

ROBERT & LU-ANN CAMPBELL

Chloe, Riley & Lily Sport Golf Waiting

JACOB & LAUREN DEMPSTER

Young Executive Sport, Golf Waiting

COLIN CALLAGHAN & SUZY TURMAN & Tallulah

Sport

BRANDON & BRIE BRITT

Emmersyn & Finley

Young Executive Sport

TOM & ELIZABETH LONG McConnell National Resident

HEIDI BORST & Brody

Young Executive Sport

DAN & KATY MYERS

Sport Golf Waiting

BUD & MARY MILLER

Clubhouse Golf Waiting

GLENN & LOUISE HEMMERLE

Clubhouse Golf Waiting

JAMIE WAGNER & CASEY CORN

Callan & Cooper

Young Executive Sport, Golf Waiting

REED SLATAS & DOREN ROZEN

Colette & Serena

Sport

SHANNON LOWE & DUSTIN HOCKEN

Young Executive Sport, Golf Waiting

ALEX & ANITA IRAZABAL

Clubhouse

DR. ELIZABETH PORTH

Sport Golf Waiting

W E L C O M E

PNCC Annual Dues Increase

Beginning June 1st, there will be a 4% increase in the membership dues at Porters Neck This will apply to all membership categories

LululemonattheSportCenter

Rafa is excited to announce that we now have Lululemon available at the Sport Center! If you are looking for anything specific, we will order once a month Please contact Rafa with the details at 910-686-8161 or via email at tennisdirector@portersneckcountryclub com

PlaygroundisOpen!

We are excited to announce that the playground is offically open! We plan to add benches and picnic tables in the coming weeks.

It's a Hole-In-One for Larmee

Congratulations to Rod Larmee! He got a hole-in-one on Tuesday, March 28th He was on Hole #6, 145 yards, 5 iron (2- club wind!). This is his 4th hole-in-one at PNCC! WOW!

Women'sDayLeagueChampionship

Porters Neck Ladies were FIERCE in the Women’s Day League Championships held at Porters Neck, in April. They played hard and made it to the finals, ultimately finishing in second place. FIRST PLACE in our hearts, ladies!

Kenzie Le Wins Myrtle BeachTournament

Congratulations Kenzie! She won her consolation final, held in Myrtle Beach in April Her parents had this to say, "This weekend, Kenzie took part in the Bojangles Spring Fling Tournament in Myrtle Beach She played her last match Sunday night at 8PM and was the 12 & Under Consolation Winner Kenzie played 4 opponents in total and was able to win all sets, except the ones against #1 Seed Thank you, Coach Rafa for making a difference in her ability to compete!"

PortersNeckPickleballMakingWaves!

Congratulations to Porters Neck member, Liz Newber! She and her partner Roberto won the Gold Medal for the 3.0 Group at the Lucy Kitcher Pickleball Camp at the Sandpiper Bay Resort in Port St. Lucie, FL. Congratulations are also in order for Porters Neck member, Jane Hambel who won the Silver Medal with her partner! Liz and Jane were representing Porters Neck Country Club, Cape Fear Group....and they did it quite well!

In other Pickleball news, the PN 3.0 Pickleball Team defeated Compass Pointe, 15-9 to gain a spot in the Inter-Community Championship. Porters Neck will travel to St James on Tuesday, May 9th for the match. Way to go team!!

SmallWorld!

Allen Allegretto was pleasantly surprised to find PNCC's Activities Director, Jen Hancock, at the WWII Memorial in Washington DC on April 29 “I was participating as a Guardian on the 2023 Honor Flight of the Cape Fear Area for 75 Veteran and 75 Guardians honoring Veterans of WWII, Korean, and Vietnam War eras. She was there as a chaperone for her son ’ s school field trip.”

PNJuniorGolfersReachNewMilestones!

Porters Neck junior golfer, Brody Donovan (picured left) recently got his very first holein-one!! Congratulations are also in order for Crew Donovan (pictured right) who was bogey free 29 from 50 yards!

The golf course will be closed on Monday, May 8th and Tuesday, May 9th for maintenance

COOKIE OF THE MONTH Snickerdoodle

Recipe by Bruce McIntosh

Thank you to Bruce McIntosh, Executive Chef at the Country Club of Asheville, for sharing his Snickerdoodle recipe with us! This is what he had to say. "This cookie was one of our family’s favorites. Grandma would always serve them after dinner, crispy on the outside with cinnamon, sugar and a warm fluffy center. "

Ingredients

1/4 Cup Shortening

1/4 Cup Salted Butter, softened

3/4 Cup Granulated Sugar

1 Egg

1/2 TSP Pure Vanilla Extract

Directions

Preheat oven to 375°F

1 1/3 Cups All-Purpose Flour, sifted

1/4 TSP Cinnamon

1 TSP Cream of Tartar

1/2 TSP Baking Soda

1/8 TSP Sea Salt

In a small bowl, mix together 2 tablespoons sugar and 1½ teaspoon cinnamon Set aside

Sift flour into a medium bowl. Add cinnamon, cream of tartar, baking soda, salt and stir to combine. Set aside.

Cream together butter, shortening and sugar in the bowl of a standing mixer fitted with the paddle attachment (or with a hand mixer). Add egg and vanilla and beat again until smooth. Add dry ingredients and stir until combined.

Use a 2 tablespoon cookie scoop to measure dough, then roll into balls

Roll each dough ball in the cinnamon sugar mixture until it’s evenly coated

Place cookies on a baking sheet, either ungreased or lined with parchment paper

Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes until puffed and mostly set, but still soft

Remove from oven and transfer to a wire cooling rack to cool

Cinnamon Sugar Coating

2 TBSP Granulated Sugar

1½ TSP Cinnamon

DiningHoursinPorters

Reservations are not required for lunch but they are preferred for dinner

Tuesday | 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Wednesday & Thursday | 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Friday & Saturday | 11:00 AM - 8:30 PM

Sunday | 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Turn Window | Tuesday - Sunday | 10 AM - 4 PM

OregonWineTrail

AGrapeExpectationsEvent

SATURDAY, MAY 27TH | 6:00 PM START

Join

Grape Expectations Reservation Policies

Reservations for Grape Expectations will open online 45 days prior to each event You will be able to book your seats at your convenience once the booking window opens Our team is unable to make reservations outside of the online booking window

Cost & Registration

$55++ Wine Club Members / $65 ++ Non-Wine Club Members Includes a bottle of wine to take home 72-hour cancellation policy

June 29th: Soulful Cooking with Chef Isaac Spencer of ONS Club

July 20th: Share a Sunset with a Loved One

August 17th: Everything is Peachy-except the Wines!

L I V E O N T H E L A W N

Sunday, May 21st

4:00 - 7:00 PM

Our first 'Live on the Lawn' event, held Sunday, April 2nd, was a huge success! Members enjoyed live music by Terry Dean and the Food Truck, Lobster Dogs. We hope to see everyone for the next 'Live On the Lawn' event, scheduled for Sunday, May 21st

Bring a blanket or a lawn chair and enjoy live music and food trucks on the back Clubhouse lawn The bar in Porters will be open for beverage service only. Members will pay the food truck for all purchases, directly. Purchases made from the food truck can not be billed to the membership number Registration is not necessary

Food Truck: TBA

Live Music: Eric & Karen Peterson

Ladies Bunco

THURSDAY, MAY 11TH | 6:30 - 9:00 PM

MEMBERS LOUNGE

All of the lovely ladies of Porters Neck Country Club are invited to join us for an evening of Cocktails, Dessert and Bunco!

WHAT HAPPENS AT BUNCO?

6:30 PM: Cocktail Half Hour

7:00 PM: Bunco!!

Please make your reservations online

Cars&Coffee

SUNDAY, MAY 7TH | 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Cars you won't see the other 30 days of the Month! Join us on Sunday, May 7th, weather permitting, from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Following the event, join us for Brunch at the club If interested in displaying you car, Contact John Vance @ vancejohn5150@gmail.com. Space is limited!

Fridays at 5

FRIDAYS IN MAY

MEMBERS LOUNGE | 5:00 - 8:00 PM

Join us on Friday Evenings for Live Music in the Members Lounge from 5PM-8PM, featuring a variety of different musical guests! Registration is not required

MAY 5TH: Jery Powell

May 5th's event will be on the Sport Center Patio from 6 - 9 PM

MAY 12TH

Dos Eddies

MAY 19TH

Robert Beauchene

MAY 26TH

Crystal Fussell

PoolsideCookout&DJ

Memorial Day

MONDAY, MAY 29TH | 11:00 -4:00 PM | PNCC FAMILY POOL

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

10:00 AM - Family Pool Opens

11:00 AM - 4:00 PM - DJ & Inflatables

12:00 - 3:00 PM - Buffet

12:50 - 2:50 PM - Kids' Pool Games during adult swim

MENU

Hot dogs and hamburgers with all the fixings

Grilled chicken with bourbon bbq sauce

Slow cooked pork butt with eastern Carolina bbq sauce

Baked beans

Mac n cheese

Red skin potato salad

Fruit salad with honey yogurt

Watermelon and feta salad with maple/Dijon Vinaigrette

Emily’s sweets

COST & REGISTRATION

Adults $28++, Kids 5-16 $18++, 4 and under eat free. Reservations are required and can be made online.

TownCreekKayakingExcursion

MONDAY, MAY 15TH | 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Join us and explore Town Creek. Town Creek begins as a black water stream in eastern part of the Green Swamp, just west of the Leland community. It is a prime wildlife habitat and wetlands and much of it is protected. Town Creek is a wonderful location to view wildlife and birds that call the Cape Fear area home This adventure is ideal for those who are new to kayaking because it is a slow moving stream that is easily paddled This adventure will begin and end at the Rice Creek/Town Creek Wildlife Boat Ramp Address is 795 Gordon Lewis Road SE, Winnabow NC

The cost is $60 per person if renting a kayak or $40 per person if providing your own kayak Please register online or by calling Jen Hancock @ 910-686-8161 Ext 128 Min 6 ppl / Max 10 ppl The deadline to cancel & register - Thursday, prior to the trip

Porters Pastabilities

THURSDAY MAY 18TH

All Porters Neck members are invited to join us for pasta night in the ballroom with buffet and action stations

The cost is $29.95 for Adults, $15 95 for Ages 13-18, and $9 95 Children 12 & Under Online reservations required and can be made online via the website calendar 72 Hour

Cancellation Policy Strictly Enforced

BIRTHDAY Happy

Are you celebrating a birthday?

Any member with a May birthday is invited to enjoy Porters Pastabilities as our guest! The complimentary dinner will only be awarded to the member who is celebrating his/her birthday that particular month

SALAD

House Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette

CHEF ATTENDED PASTA STATION

Garlic bread Roasted Red Potatoes with Parmesan and Herbs

Garlicky Green Beans

Lasagna Bolognese

Shrimp Fra Diavolo

CHEF EMILY'S SWEET TREATS

Mother's Day

SUNDAY, MAY 14TH | 11:00 AM -2:00 PM

Buffet Selections

BREAKFAST / BRUNCH

scrambled eggs

assorted quiche

applewood smoked bacon and

breakfast sausage

apple/cinnamon french toast

CHARCUTERIE, DISPLAYS & SALAD

charcuterie display

marinated shrimp salad with artichokes, celery, and heirloom

tomato

roasted beet salad with arugula, mandarin orange, goat cheese, toasted walnuts, and balsamic

mixed greens salad with assorted dressings

smoked salmon display

CHEF STATIONS

chef attended shrimp and grit station

chef attended carving station with maple glazed pork loin

CHEF EMILY'S CONFECTIONS

SIDES & ENTREE SELECTIONS

asparagus with balsamic and parmesan

roasted zucchini and squash

roasted garlic mashed potatoes lemon/herb orzo

roasted chicken marsala with wild mushrooms

root beer braised short ribs

blackened salmon with mango salsa

COST:

Adults: $49++

Kids 6 - 12: $21++

Kids 5 & Under: $8++

REGISTRATION:

Reservations are Required

Reservations are available in half hour increments A 72 hour cancellation policy will be enforced.

WithChefIssacSpencer

A GRAPE EXPECTATIONS EVENT

THURSDAY, JUNE 29TH | 6:00 PM START

Join us for an Evening Filled with Food, Wine and Fellowship! Enjoy three Chef Curated Small Plates Paired with Three Hand Selected Wines

Grape Expectations Reservation Policies

Reservations for Grape Expectations will open online 45 days prior to each event. You will be able to book your seats at your convenience once the booking window opens. Our team is unable to make reservations outside of the online booking window.

Cost & Registration

$55++ Wine Club Members / $65 ++ Non-Wine Club Members. Includes a bottle of wine to take home. 72-hour cancellation policy.

WINE CLUB MEMBERS ENJOY

$1 50 off Every Glass purchased at the Club/Pool including Club Events (i e Trivia Night)

15% off Every Bottled purchased at the Club/Pool including Club Events (i e Family Luau)

Waived Corkage Fee for any bottles brought into the Club ($15 value)

Ability to store up to 6 bottles on site

Discounted Rate on Wine Pairing Dinners

Free Wine Tastings (Occasionally)

Wine fees will be prorated throughout the year if joining after January but will not be refunded if canceled during the year

TO JOIN, CONTACT:

James Patterson: catering@portersneckcountryclub.com

ANNUAL WINE CLUB FEE

$180 00 / Family Membership

$120 00 / Single Membership

"SOULFUL COOKING"

Ladies On the Loose

THURSDAY, MAY 25TH | 11:30 AM

This month's featured speaker is Melonie Mosley, the owner of "Skin and Ink by Melonie". A licensed medical aesthetician and cosmetic tattoo artist, Melonie will share her passion for healthy skin care and that simple "I woke up like this" look with permanent makeup. With over 16 years experience perfecting her medical aesthetic skills in medispas, learning extensive protocols and continuing education with quality skin care lines, she offers customized healing and rejuvenating skin treatments. Please select one of the following plated options when making your reservation:

Option 1: Penne Romano with Sauteed Chicken, Sundried Tomato, Peas, Romano Cream

Option 2: Seared Yellow Fin Tuna with Roasted Beet Salad with Arugula, Goat Cheese, Shallots, Champagne Vinaigrette

Chef's Choice Dessert with Both Options

$25 per person includes coffee, tea, tax & gratuity Please register online All Cancellations MUST be made 48 hours before the luncheon Reservations not canceled by this time will be charged in full PNCC members will be charged to their account

Ladies On the Loose is a social club that is open to all PNCC ladies!

PN Home & Garden Club SpringLuncheon

WEDNESDAY, MAY 17TH | 11:30 AM SOCIAL | 12:15 LUNCH

You are cordially invited to join us for the "Flower Power" Spring Luncheon. Put on your grooviest, hippest glad-rags (prizes for best threads) and come enjoy this righteous and fab event which will include:

1960's themed music | Decorated Photo Op

60's themed tablescapes

Bring some cash for our 50/50 raffle: 5 for $3 or 10 for $5

Panzanella Salad: Mixed Field Greens, Radicchio, Red Onions, Cucumbers, Tomatoes, Olives, Croutons, Dressed with Oil & Vinegar, Sea Salt and Cracked Pepper, Shaved Calvander Cheese

ENTREE MUST BE SELECTED IN ADVANCE CHOICE OF:

Option 1: Pasta Primavera topped with Pan Seared Salmon Tri-Color

Farfalle, Zucchini, Squash, Red Onions, Bell Peppers, and Carrots tossed with Olive Oil, Cracked Pepper, Chopped Mint and Crumbled Feta Cheese

Option 2: Pasta Primavera topped with Herb Roasted Chicken Tri-Color

Farfalle, Zucchini, Squash, Red Onions, Bell Peppers, and Carrots tossed with Olive Oil, Cracked Pepper, Chopped Mint and Crumbled Feta Cheese

Fresh Baked Rolls and Butter

Lemon Chess Pie

Melba Sauce & Chantilly Cream

Coffee, Tea

Cost & Registration: Reservations are required and can be made online Deadline to register is May 8th The cost is $35 All Inclusive

NotesFromthePro

By: Robert Loper PNCC Head Golf Professional

We can finally begin to play from some of the newly sodded areas We have marked some of the areas on the back nine as "Ground Under Repair" Any of those areas marked by white lines, must be played as mandatory Ground Under Repair You must take relief at the nearest point that gets you out of the GUR From the edge of the bunker to the white line designates GUR around the bunkers That means the bunker is still in play. In any of the newly sodded areas that are not marked, if your ball comes to rest in a seam of the sod, you may take relief under no penalty. As always, please keep up with the group in front of yours, repair your ball marks, fill in your divots with sand and rake the bunkers after playing your shot out of one

UpcomingEvents

May 6 – Ladies' Member - Member

May 8 -9- Course Closed for Maintenance

May 10 – Cobra Fitting Day 12-4

May 11 - Bogey Girls 2

May 12 – Couples 9 & Dine

May 16 – PXG Fitting Day 10-3

May 18 - Bogey Girls 1

May 20-21 – Mens' Member-Member

May 25 - Bogey Girls 2

May 29 – Memorial Day Shootout

May 30 – Course Closed

June 1 - Bogey Girls 1

June 3-4 – PNCC Men’s Senior/Super Sr Championship

Pro Shop Hours

Tuesday - Sunday: 7:30 AM - 6:30PM

Driving Range Schedule

Monday – Closed Tuesday – Saturday 7am – Dusk

Sunday – 7 am – 1 Hour Before Dusk

Practice Area Schedule

Monday: Closed Tuesday – Sunday: 7:30am – 5:00pm

LadiesMember-Member

SATURDAY, MAY 6TH

18 HOLERS, 9:00 AM SHOTGUN | 9 HOLERS, 11:00 AM SHOTGUN

The format is 2 person teams 1 best net The cost is $65 for 18 holers, $55 for 9 holers Includes golf, cart, prize money, tee gifts, lunch, and o

Couples9&Dine

FRIDAY, MAY 12TH

3:00 PM SHOTGUN | 5:30 PM DINNER

Join us on Friday, May 12th for Couples Golf at PNCC The Format will be 4 person teams 1 Net ball from the Ladies plus 1 Net from the Men followed by a dinner

MGA Stag Day

WEDNESDAY, MAY 24TH

The STAG DAY event will feature a 4 Man / 2 Best Net Stableford game, and will include Closest to the Pin and Skins contests The golf will be followed by another of Chef JP’s creations featuring Citrus and Herb Baked Chicken and Oven Roasted Salmon. The event cost will be posted in advance.

Cobra Fitting Day

WEDNESDAY, MAY 10TH | 12:00 - 4:00 PM

Please call the Pro Shop at 910-686-1177 to schedule your appointment.

Taste of the Orient Themed Dinner

Seasonal Garden Salad (choice of dressing)

Cashew Chicken

Hunan Beef

Egg Fried Rice

Gingered Carrots

Chinese Doughnuts

The cost is $85 Per Couple and Includes: Golf, Prize Fund, and Dinner. Please register online or in the Pro Shop.

PNCC Senior / Super SeniorChampionship

SATURDAY, JUNE 3RD & SUNDAY, JUNE 4TH

36 Hole individual stroke play event There will be a GROSS and NET division in each age group A player may only win in one division and compete in only one age division Senior Division is ages 55-69 Senior players may play either White Tees or White Hybrid Tees. The Senior Gross Champion will be from the White Tees.

The Senior Division Net Champion will be determined by the low net winner from all tees, no play-off this year Super Senior is age 70 & above and all play will be from Green Tees

Entry Fee is $40 plus applicable cart fees. Tee Times will be scheduled for both days. Please sign up online or contact the pro shop.

Bogey Girls Bogey Girls 2!

MAY 4TH: IRONS | MAY 18TH: HYBRIDS

We will meet at 3:00 PM at the Bag Drop. We will head to the golf course at 4:00. You can sign up via the club calendar or by calling the Pro Shop. The annual cost to join is $25 The Group Playing Lessons/ Clinics are $40 each time that you play The cost & registration is the same Bogey Girls 1 and 2

MAY 11TH: IRON & ALIGNMENT | MAY 25TH: HYBRIDS

We will meet at 3:00 pm on Thursdays outside of the Golf Shop, twice a month Bogey Girls 2 is for Bogey Girls who have completed one year and are ready to expand on the skills learned in Bogey Girls You can sign up via the club calendar or by calling the Pro Shop

PNCCTeeTimeReservationSystem

Etiquette

Tee time etiquette is just as important as golf course etiquette and there is more to managing your tee time than just booking that time With our course being so busy, it is important that the member making the tee time reservation take ownership of that time Here are a few things that can be done to make sure your tee time is well managed:

Book tee times when you plan to actually use them, not as an option to play

Only use names of members that are actually planning to play It is understandable that names may change between when the reservation is made and when actual play takes place However, correct names should be designated for all tee times no later than 48 hours prior to scheduled play If you don't know who will play, do you need the tee time?

Manage the time! If players change or drop off, make those changes accordingly. If you have only 3 players, make sure there are only 3 names on your time. This will allow other members to possibly find a game.

Make sure all of your players are aware of the correct time. On day of play, all players must check into the pro shop at least 10 minutes prior to start of play.

Cancellation of tee time reservations should be made as soon as it is known the time is not needed

WeekendTeeTimes

On Saturday and Sundays only, excluding event days, we will reserve 3 times each morning for 9-hole play only Members will need to contact the Pro Shop to book these times

Pro Shop will begin combining twosomes on the weekends in order to maximize our space If times are within 30 minutes, we will move twosomes automatically If we need to move a group outside the 30 minutes, we will contact you

Guidelines&Procedures

All players must have a starting time reserved through the PNCC Pro Shop or the PNCC online reservation system

Members may reserve tee times up to 7 days in advance for Tuesday – Friday and on Wednesday prior for Saturday and Sunday primarily via the online tee time reservation system It is also possible to reserve tee times by phone or in person at the Pro Shop

Failure to check in and register with the Pro Shop at least 10 minutes prior to a reserved starting time may face cancellation or set back.

Players who fail to cancel their reserved starting time at least 1 hour prior to the reserved time may be charged a "no show" fee in an amount to be determined by the Club.

If you experience problems with the On-Line Tee Time Reservation System, please record as much information as possible about the problems you experienced and forward them to the PNCC Head Golf Professional

WOMEN'S GOLF LEAGUE PORTERS NECK

We are excited to start this season with a fresh concept to allow more participation in our program and our club events The season began with an Opening Day 9 Hole Scramble on March 25th and we will end with Mrs Claus on December 7th Our weekly League play day will be on Thursdays with a new 'all day play' option We will also have a number of events spaced throughout the season Members will be awarded "Season Points" based on participation in the league and special events Additionally, there will be weekly payouts and 'end of year' awards We are looking forward to welcoming everyone and having a fun golf season!

The league is open to all female golfers over the age of 18 who are full golf members There will be 2 divisions, 18 hole and 9 hole Maximum handicap to participate is 40

Dues: $40 00 per year – non-refundable after the season starts $6 00 Weekly Participation fee

League play will be Individual Low Net / Stableford. USGA Rules are in effect. Net Double Bogey Max.

All Day Play Option

Regular League play will be on Thursday’s from 8:00-10:00 The all-day play option is intended for members who cannot participate in this block of time due to appointments, work, school, etc **You can choose either option each week

If members choose this option, they must be accompanied by another league member or a Pro Shop approved witness, make their own tee time, and turn signed scorecard in to the Pro Shop after roun

MAY DATES

May 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th

May 6th – Ladies Member - Membe

JUNE DATES

June 1st 8th, 15th 22nd, 29th

Men'sMember-Member

SATURDAY, MAY 20TH & SUNDAY, MAY 21ST

Registration forms are available in the Pro Shop! Ask for Dana or Derrick

We are once again expanding the offerings for the Porters Neck Country Club Men's Member - Member We will be including breakfast both days, lunch on the course both days, Dinner/Dance with live band Saturday night, tee gift, reception and awards Sunday after golf, top 10 team shootout and all alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages for the weekend Format is a 2-man better ball 36-hole stroke play event Players pick their own partners

SATURDAY, MAY 20TH

Breakfast served beginning 8am Shotgun at 10:00 am

Lunch served on the course beginning at 11:00 am

Dinner/Dance 6:00 pm

SUNDAY, MAY 21ST

Breakfast served beginning 8am Shotgun at 10am

Reception and awards after golf

Top 10 Shootout after awards

$300pp Entry Fee all golf, prizes, tee gift and F&B for the 2 days You may call, sign up in person with the Pro Shop or register online Deadline for registration will be May 18th

BocceBallLeague, Rankings

BOCCE FINALS WILL ARE MAY 13TH COME OUT AND CHEER EVERYONE ON!

DIVISION "PIZZA"

1.Team Kane/Wilder (Tracy Kane) 5-0

2.Team Tarter/Maurer (Richard Tarter) 4-0

3.Team DeFrances (Larry Defrances) 3-2

4.Team Koropatnick/Anderson (Ethel Koropatnick) 1-3

4 Team Lewis/Bailey (William Bailey/Leslie Lewis) 1-3

4 Team Pastor/Duley (Diane Pastor) 1-3

DIVISION "GELATO"

1.Team Vittoria (Dan Smith/Karol Soracco) 5-0

2.Team Rollin Stones (Linda Dodson) 4-1

3.Team High Rollers (Anna Allegretto/Chris Reichard) 3-2

4.Team Tata (Julie Terrell) 1-3

5 Team Bridges/Jividen (Mary Ann Bridges) 0-3

5 Team Smith/Wark (Trish Smith) 0-3

DIVISION "VESPA"

1 Team Swallow (Dottie Swallow) 3-1

2 Team Son of a Beocce (Melissa Bourne) 2-1

3 Team Deboccery (Jane Hambel) 2-2

3 Team Rocker (Regina Rocker) 2-2

3 Team Belle’s of the Ball (Kristine Ludtke) 2-2

6.Team Girl’s Just Want To Have Fun (Rita Scull) 0-4

DIVISION "FERRARI"

1 Team Hot Shots (Mike Flinn/John Ruppe) 5-0

2 Team Barry/Dawson (Buck Dawson/Thomas Barry) 3-1

3.Team Mission Inbocce (Collen Haller) 1-2

3.Team Win One (Karen Murphy) 1-2

3.Team Stathis (Cathy Stathis) 1-2

3.Team PN Patriots (Caleb Strittmatter) 1-2

7 Team Lehman/Pisarek (Mary Lehman) 0-2

Friday Night Tennis

"Cinco De Mayo Theme"

FRIDAY, MAY 5TH | 6:00 - 8:00 PM

Play tennis into the sunset in a fun round robin social with music and beer Fiesta Style! Tacos & Nachos will be provided The cost of this event is $25 per player Register online!

Congrats, KG & Grace!

Congratulations to KG Sechrist and Grace Breeden who competed in their final Junior Team Tennis Match They played their first JTT match when they were just 7 years old We have seen Grace and KG grow up into great tennis players but even better people. KG has committed to play tennis at Methodist University and Grace will be studying at NC State. We can't wait to see what the future holds for you both

Friendly Reminders

Warmer temperatures have arrived, please stay hydrated while playing Tennis & Pickleball.

Headache, nausea, dizziness, weakness, irritability, thirst, heavy sweating, elevated body temperature are just a few of the signs

No pets allowed on McConnell Properties We love our furry friends but please keep them at home.

TENNIS CLINICS Weekly

ALL CLINICS ARE $25 AND REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Register online via the club calendar or by calling 686-8161. New to tennis? Join Rafa for an orientation! Contact the Tennis office at 686-8161

MONDAY

Men's 3.0 / 3.5 Clinic

8:30 - 9:30 AM: Emphasis on doubles strategy and positioning Minimum 2 players required

Ladies 3.0 / 3.5 Clinic:

9:30 - 10:30 AM: Cancellation policy: Must cancel 12 hours prior to the start of clinic. No shows will be charged. Fee: $25

WEDNESDAY

Cardio Tennis Clinic

12:00 - 1:00 PM: pen to all players! Burn some calories while you get plenty of reps! This clinic is intended to get you moving and hitting a ton of balls! Cardio Tennis is a great way to burn calories, improve your conditioning, and footwork around the tennis court Enjoy high energy music while running games and drills to keep your heart rate up Minimum 3 Players per clinic

FRIDAY

Cardio Tennis Clinic

8:00 - 9:15 AM: Open to all players! Burn some calories while you get plenty of reps! This clinic is intended to get you moving and hitting a ton of balls! Cardio Tennis is a great way to burn calories, improve your conditioning, and footwork around the tennis court Enjoy high energy music while running games and drills to keep your heart rate up Minimum 3 Players per clinic

Ladies Intermediate Clinic (3.0 / 3.5)

9:30 - 10:30 AM: This clinic will focus on technique and form while implementing doubles strategy and positioning. Must cancel 12 hours prior to start of the clinic or you will be charged. Fee: $25. No shows will be charged.

TennisLessons

Pickleball

OpenPickleball

MONDAY - SATURDAY | 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Open Play means that all players, of any skill level, are invited to play Members can register for open pickleball via the club calendar When attending open pickleball it is recommended that winning teams split up after they play If waiting to play all players should place their paddles on the paddle holders in order to determine who is next to play This will allow for a fair order of play and same playing experience for everyone

AdvancedOpenPickleball

THURSDAYS | 5:30 - 7:30 PM

Come join a fun night of competitive fun pickleball. This is for advanced players only, must be able to hold your own. Please register for this event online via the calendar

PickleballBeginnerClinic

MONDAYS (BIWEEKLY) | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Learn the fundamental strokes and strategies of pickle ball through instruction, drills, and practice play! This Clinic is for beginners and will focus on rules, scoring, technique and proper positioning Registration is required and be done online via the club calendar or by calling 686-8161 Clinic fees are $15 per player per clinic

Men'sPickleballGroup

TUESDAYS | 5:30 - 7:30 PM

Join the men of PNCC as we get together for evening Pickleball play! The men's pickleball group will meet every Tuesday Please register for this event online via the calendar so we can know who is coming

PickleballLadderFinals

MAY 27TH | SAVE THE DATE!

PickleballFunFacts

Pickleball was invented in 1965 by three fathers from Bainbridge Island, Washington to entertain their kids

Despite the name, pickleball has nothing to do with actual pickles

Pickleball is almost equally as popular among men and women, with 53% of players being male and 47% being female

AQUATICS & WELLNESS NEWS

BloodDrive

MONDAY, MAY 22ND | 12 - 5 PM

PNCC BALLROOM

Donations are by appointment only For appointments please contact Jen Hancock at 910-686-8161 xt 128 or by e-mail at:

activities@portersneckcountryclub.com.

GotPaxton?

The Paxton app provides members with access to the gym from 4:00 AM to Midnight, seven days a week. To sign up for the app, please contact Lynne Mitchell at the email address listed below Pleased provide your name and individual email address We need one email address per person. admin@portersneckcountryclub.com

GymHours

Staff is available at the front desk from 7:30- 1:30 Monday – Saturday and from 8:00- 12:00 on Sundays.

MONDAY - FRIDAY

REGULAR HOURS

7 AM - 5 PM

APP ACCESS HOURS

4AM- 7AM | 5PM - 12AM

HealthyHappyHour:LowerBack

WEDNESDAY, MAY 24TH | 5:00 - 6:00 PM | PRESENTED BY PT SERVICES OF WILMINGTON

Do you deal with chronic or acute flare ups of low back pain? Does your sport or exercise cause an increase in your low back pain? Come to the next Healthy Happy Hour with PT Services of Porters Neck and speak with two Doctors of Physical Therapy about the different causes of low back pain, and what you can do to mitigate your pain!" Please register on the Porters Neck club calendar for this complimentary event.

SmallGroupTraining

WEDNESDAYS | 7:30 - 8:30 AM | TRAINER: TYLER DEMPSEY

REGULARHOURS

APPACCESSHOURS

SATURDAY & SUNDAY 7AM-1:30PM 4AM-7AM | 1:30PM-12AM

Sessions will include stretching and strength focused workouts with a maximum of 4 participants The cost is $15 per person Please register using the PNCC Club Calendar on the website and the McConnell Golf app You can cancel up to 12 hours prior to the session You will be charged if you do not cancel within the window and do not come For Personal Training, Tyler will be available by appointment Since Allison is still on maternity leave, we ask that you contact Rafa to connect you with Tyler (tennisdirector@portersneckcountryclub com)

AquaFitness

FamilyPool HoursofOperation

May 19th

May 20 & 21

May 26 - Labor Day: After Labor Day

Pool Bar & Kitchen

4:00 - 8:00

10:00 - 8:00

10:00 - 8:00 daily

Weekends Only through Sep 24th

11:00 AM - 6:00 PM when the Family Pool is open

LapPool HoursofOperation

APRIL 1ST - OCTOBER 31ST | 5:00 AM - 8:00 PM*

Paxton app required for access before 7:00 AM and after 5:00 PM Closing time may be adjusted later in the season as sunset gets earlier Guest fees ($5 ea ) apply for all guests except for grandchildren and house guests with a valid house guest pass As a reminder, the Lap Pool is for members (and guests*) ages 17 and up Members between the ages of 14-16 are permitted to use the lap pool as an extension of the sports center after going through a scheduled orientation with Jen or Allison.

BEGINS MONDAY, MAY 15TH

Aqua Fitness will be starting soon, here are some details to help you plan your schedules. We will begin Aqua Fit classes on Monday, May 15th Please use the list of dates below to know exactly which classes are happening and at what time The classes will be on the PNCC calendar and that is also where you will pre-register for classes The full time summer AquaFit schedule will begin on Tuesday, May 30th That information will be coming soon If you need additional information on how to register for classes please let Allison know (fitness@portersneckcountryclub com) Classes are $4 each They are also included in the Monthly Package ($48 per Month)

MONDAY WEDNESDAY FRIDAY

12:00 - 12:50PM: Aqua Fit Shallow, Allison

1:00 - 1:50 PM: Aqua Fit Deep, Allison

AQUA FITNESS EQUIPMENT

12:00 - 12:50 PM: Aqua Fit Shallow, Allison

Noodles: There are a limited number of noodles available for a summer rental for $10 00 This will be the regular density stripe noodle Please email Allison if you are interested in renting one Shoes: Supportive and protective water shoes are recommended for shallow water classes.

12:00 - 12:50PM: Aqua Fit Shallow, Allison

1:00 - 1:50 PM: Aqua Fit Deep, Allison

Water Belt: A buoyant belt is needed for deep water, PNCC has 3 to lend out. It is recommended to get your own if you come to class regularly.

M a y , 2 0 2 3 P o r t e r s N e c k C o u n t r y C l u b G R O U P E X E R C I S E S C H E D U L E

JOIN THE SWIM TEAM!

GoPirates!

2023PracticeSchedule

MAY 30TH - JUNE 8TH

Monday - Thursday

4:30 -5:15 PM - Ages 8 & Under

5:15 - 6:00 PM - Ages 9 & Up

BEGINNING JUNE 12TH

Mondays & Wednesdays

9:30 - 10:15 AM - Ages 8 & Under

10:15 - 11:00 AM - Ages 9 & Up

Tuesdays & Thursdays

4:00 - 4:45 PM - Ages 8 & Under

4:45 - 5:30 PM - Ages 9 & Up

12

Cost&Registration

$215/Season - 1st swimmer

$205/Season - 2nd swimmer

ParentVolunteersNeeded!

It is required that at least one parent volunteers at a minimum of 3 meets Stroke and Turn Training May 17th and May 24th at the YWCA from 6:30-7:30

Contact Jen Hancock or Coach Alli if you're interested in attending one of the Stroke & Turn clinics

We are required to have 3 stroke & turn judges at each meet and they must be trained

$195/ Season - 3rd swimmer and each additional swimmer over 3 Online registration is required. Your membership account will be billed for the swim team fees at the end of the month in which you register

OrderSwimsuitsOnline

A link is provided on the website when you register for the swim team The suits are being ordered from Kiefer Aquatics, All American Swim

Female Suit: $61 25

Jammer: $46 25

2023MeetSchedule

MEETS START AT 5:00 PM WARM UPS ARE AT 4:15 PM

June 22nd at Landfall

June 29th vs YMCA at Porters Neck

July 6th vs Hampstead at Porters Neck

July 11th vs Southport at Porters Neck

Championships: July 16th & 17th

Banquet TBA

WEDNESDAY, MAY 17TH

4:00 - 5:30 PM | JR'S ACTIVITY ROOM

Open to members & grandchildren ages 4+ Lego club is an opportunity to get creative and free build anything you choose with Lego or build one of our Lego kits. Deadline to register is 4 PM the day prior.

AmericanGirl Club

PNJuniorGolfAssociation

BEGINS MAY 31ST!

This is the 2023 Junior Golf Association There will be 10 weeks of consecutive instruction, meeting every Wednesday from 4:30pm6:00pm We will have four "on-course" dates, where students will play fun golf formats

WeeklyJrTennisClinics

Academy Junior Tennis

MONDAYS , WEDNESDAYS & FRIDAYS, 5:00 - 7:00 PM Rate: $25 per player: The Junior Tennis Academy is designed for competitive tennis players The program focuses on developing players to maximize their potential It is a high intensity training regiment aimed to improve the player's fitness, technique, point play, mental strategy, and overall game.

Intermediate / Beginner

WEDNESDAY, MAY 10TH & 24TH

4:00 - 5:30 PM | JR'S ACTIVITY ROOM

Join us as we craft accessories for our dolls and hang out with friends Register online or by calling Jen Hancock @ 686-8161 xt. 128 . The deadline to register is 4 PM the day prior. The cost is $10 per child. (Max – 8 girls & Min – 3 girls. )

TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS: 4:30 - 6:00 PM: Ages 8-13 Rate: $20 per player: This program focus is to develop players to start competitive match play We emphasize an overall introduction to rules, scoring, and etiquette The clinics highlight stroke/technique development, repetitive stroke production while improving rallying skills in preparation for USTA, league and school matches.

Tiny Tots

WEDNESDAYS, 4:00 - 4:45 PM Ages: 4-7 Rate: $12 per player: This Clinic introduces children into tennis We focus on developing hand-eye coordination, agility, balance, and proper tennis technique in a fun and positive environment

2023 Summer 2023 Summer 2023 Summer Camps Camps Camps

SUMMERCAMP

JUNE 12TH - JUNE 16TH AGES 5 & UP I 9:00AM-2:00PM

FEE: $225 1ST CHILD

$405 FOR 2 SIBLINGS OR GRANDCHILDREN

$600 FOR 3 SIBLINGS OR GRANDCHILDREN

$200 EACH ADDITIONAL CHILD OVER AMT OF 3

Join us for a fun week of fun activities like tennis, golf, educational outreach programs with the Cape Fear Museum and NC Aquarium Camp also includes afternoon pool time Deadline to register is noon the Thursday prior to camp

TENNISCAMP

JUNE 19TH-23RD AGES 6 & UP I 10:00AM-2:00PM

FEE: $225 1ST CHILD

$405 FOR 2 SIBLINGS OR GRANDCHILDREN

$600 FOR 3 SIBLINGS OR GRANDCHILDREN

$200 EACH ADDITIONAL CHILD OVER AMT OF 3

Join us for an exciting week of tennis! Campers will experience two hours of tennis instruction before lunch and have the option for match play or pool time after lunch Deadline to register is noon the Thursday prior to camp

SUMMERCAMP

JUNE 26TH - JUNE 30TH AGES 5 & UP I 9:00AM-2:00PM

FEE: $225 1ST CHILD

$405 FOR 2 SIBLINGS OR GRANDCHILDREN

$600 FOR 3 SIBLINGS OR GRANDCHILDREN

$200 EACH ADDITIONAL CHILD OVER AMT OF 3

Join us for a fun week of fun activities like tennis, golf, educational outreach programs with the Cape Fear Museum and NC Aquarium Camp also includes afternoon pool time Deadline to register is noon the Thursday prior to camp

TENNISCAMP

JULY 10TH-14TH I AGES 6 & UP I 10:00AM-2:00PM

FEE: $225 1ST CHILD

$405 FOR 2 SIBLINGS OR GRANDCHILDREN

$600 FOR 3 SIBLINGS OR GRANDCHILDREN

$200 EACH ADDITIONAL CHILD OVER AMT. OF 3

Join us for an exciting week of tennis! Campers will experience two hours of tennis instruction before lunch and have the option for match play or pool time after lunch. Deadline to register is noon the Thursday prior to camp.

PIRATECAMP

JULY 10TH-JULY 14TH I AGES 5 & UP I 9:00AM-2:00PM

FEE: $225 1ST CHILD

$405 FOR 2 SIBLINGS OR GRANDCHILDREN

$600 FOR 3 SIBLINGS OR GRANDCHILDREN

$200 EACH ADDITIONAL CHILD OVER AMT OF 3

Come earn your sea legs with us during this fun filled week of pirate activities including treasure hunts, boat building, crafts and games Each afternoon, we ’ ll dust off our boots, leave our pirate ship and head down to the pool for free swim. Deadline to register is noon the Thursday prior to camp.

SUMMERCAMP

JULY 17TH-JULY 21ST I AGES 5 & UP I 9:00AM-2:00PM

FEE: $225 1ST CHILD

$405 FOR 2 SIBLINGS OR GRANDCHILDREN

$600 FOR 3 SIBLINGS OR GRANDCHILDREN

$200 EACH ADDITIONAL CHILD OVER AMT OF 3

Join us for a fun week of fun activities like tennis, educational outreach programs with the Cape Fear Museum and NC Aquarium Camp also includes afternoon pool time Deadline to register is noon the Thursday prior to camp

PRINCESSCAMP

JULY 24TH - JULY 28TH I AGES 5 & UP I 9:00AM-2:00PM

FEE: $225 1ST CHILD

$405 FOR 2 SIBLINGS OR GRANDCHILDREN

$600 FOR 3 SIBLINGS OR GRANDCHILDREN

$200 EACH ADDITIONAL CHILD OVER AMT. OF 3

Do you LOVE princesses? Join us for a week of princess themed activities including arts and crafts fit for a queen and regal games before lunch followed by an afternoon of fun at the pool Deadline to register is noon the Thursday prior to camp

PIRATECAMP

JULY 31ST - AUGUST 4 I AGES 5 & UP I 9:00AM-2:00PM

FEE: $225 1ST CHILD

$405 FOR 2 SIBLINGS OR GRANDCHILDREN

$600 FOR 3 SIBLINGS OR GRANDCHILDREN

$200 EACH ADDITIONAL CHILD OVER AMT. OF 3

Come earn your sea legs with us during this fun filled week of pirate activities including treasure hunts, boat building, crafts and games Each afternoon, we ’ ll dust off our boots, leave our pirate ship and head down to the pool for free swim Deadline to register is noon the Thursday prior to camp

TENNISCAMP

AUGUST 7TH - 11TH I AGES 6 & UP I 10:00AM-2:00PM

FEE: $225 1ST CHILD

$405 FOR 2 SIBLINGS OR GRANDCHILDREN

$600 FOR 3 SIBLINGS OR GRANDCHILDREN

$200 EACH ADDITIONAL CHILD OVER AMT OF 3

Join us for an exciting week of tennis! Campers will experience two hours of tennis instruction before lunch and have the option for match play or pool time after lunch Deadline to register is noon the Thursday prior to camp

GOLFCAMP

AUGUST 8TH - 11TH I 10:00AM -2:00PM (TUESDAY - FRIDAY)

AGES 6 & UP

$180 1ST CHILD

$325 FOR 2 SIBLINGS OR GRANDCHILDREN

$480 FOR 3 SIBLINGS OR GRANDCHILDREN

$160 EACH ADDITIONAL CHILD OVER AMT. OF 3

Join us for an exciting week of golf! Campers will experience golf instruction as well as practice on the course Deadline to register is noon the Thursday prior to camp

CAMPINFORMATION

All of our camp hours can be found on the club's calendar We will send you a reminder with the camp agenda, what to bring, the camp menu and other important information a week before each camp We ask that you register your child by noon on the Thursday prior to camp To register your child you may do so online at www portersneckcountryclub com or through the McConnell Golf App. Guests are only allowed to attend camp if the camp is not already full.

BEFORE&AFTERHOURCARE

This summer we will be providing before and after hour camp care This will be available beginning at 8:00 AM and 2:00pm-5:00pm There will be a charge of $8 00 per hour per child This is only available for children who are signed up for that camp We ask that you please let us know at least 24hrs prior if your child needs before or after hour care so that we may plan accordingly

CANCELLATION POLICY

If you cancel within 72 hours of the event you will still be charged 50% of the price

Administrative Office

Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Porters Dining Hours

Tuesday: 11 AM - 3 PM

Wednesday & Thursday: 11 AM – 8 PM

Friday & Saturday: 11 AM – 8:30 PM

Sunday: 11 AM - 3 PM

TURN WINDOW

Tuesday - Sunday | 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

TAKE OUT

Tuesday: 11 AM – 3 PM

Wednesday – Saturday: 11 AM – 7:30 PM

Sunday: 11 AM - 3 PM

Call 910 686 8145 to place your order

Pools

LAP POOL: 5:00 AM - 8:00 PM, 7

FAMILY POOL: Opens May 19th

Gym Hours 7:00 AM- 5:00 PM

Golf Pro Shop

Tuesday - Sunday: 7:30am – 6:30 PM

Golf Practice Facilities

Monday – Closed

Tuesday – Sunday: 7:30am – 5:00pm

Driving Range

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: Saturday 7am – Dusk

Sunday: 7 am – 1 Hour Before Dusk

Club Phone Numbers

Clubhouse: 686-8180

Porters: 686-8145

Golf Pro Shop: 686-1177

Sports Center: 686-8161

Tennis Court Condition Line: 686-8163

CLUB PROFESSIONALS

Jason Seehafer | General Manager gm@portersneckcountryclub.com 686-8180 ext. 104

Mandy Shuffler | Membership, Marketing & Communications membership@portersneckcountryclub com 686-8180 ext 102

Terrie McElwain | Assistant Controller arap@portersneckcountryclub com 686-8180 ext 103

Lynne Mitchell | Executive Assistant admin@portersneckcountryclub com 686-8180

James 'JP' Patterson | Director of Food & Beverage jpatterson@mcconnellgolf.com 686-8180 ext. 105

Pete Meriam | PNCC Executive Chef chef@portersneckcountryclub com

Tad Balio | PNCC Executive SousChef chef@portersneckcountryclub com

Allan Cure | Service Director restaurantmanager@portersneckcountryclub.com 686-8145

Justine Serrano | Banquet Service Manager service@portersneckcountryclub.com 686-8145

Robert Loper | PGA Head Golf Professional headpro@portersneckcountryclub com 686-1177

Dana Kovich | Assistant Golf Professional danakovich@gmail com

Jordan Tennent | Assistant Golf Professional & Jr Golf assistgolfpro@portersneckcountryclub com

Chris Parham | Golf Course Superintendent superintendent@portersneckcountryclub com

Jennifer Hancock | Social & Activities Director activities@portersneckcountryclub.com 686-8161

Rafael Toro | Tennis & Pickleball Director tennisdirector@portersneckcountryclub com 686-8161

Montana Wiggs | Head Tennis / Pickleball Professional tennispro@portersneckcountryclub com

Allison Evans | Wellness Director fitness@portersneckcountryclub.com 686-8161