MARCH | APRIL 2022
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YOUR CLUB HOURS OF OPERATION CLUBHOUSE ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES Monday-Friday | 9:00am-5:00pm Saturday | Closed Sunday | Closed GOLF HOURS OF OPERATION Golf Shop | Tuesday-Sunday | 7:30am-6:30pm Golf Course | 8:00am-Dark Practice Facilities | 7:30am-Dusk (Close at 5:00pm on Mondays)
OLD NORTH STATE CLUB STAFF Isaac Spencer I Executive Chef chef@oldnorthstateclub.com Chad Flowers I Triad Membership Director cflowers@mcconnellgolf.com Justin Mathers I Director of Golf Operations jmathers@oldnorthstateclub.com Chris Chapman I Golf Course Superintendent cchapman@oldnorthstateclub.com Tara Wright I Director of Events twright@oldnorthstateclub.com Robin Bowers I Accounting Manager rbowers@oldnorthstateclub.com
MEN'S LOUNGE Thursday-Saturday | 11:00am-6:00pm Sunday | 11:00am-4:00pm
Dustin Hinson I Dock Master dhinson@oldnorthstateclub.com
MARCH AND APRIL CLUB DINING
Beverly Marler I Triad Regional Director bmarler@mcconnellgolf.com
Monday-Tuesday | Closed Wednesday-Saturday | Lunch: 11:00am-4:00pm, Dinner: 5:00pm-8:00pm Sunday | 11:00am-4:00pm MARINA HOURS Wednesday-Sunday | 9:00am-5:00pm
Scott Steed I Director of Maintenance ssteed@oldnorthstateclub.com
CONTACT LIST Administrative Office: 336.461.4447 Dining Reservations: 336.461.4447 Membership Information: 919.601.2940 Club Manager: 336.461.4447 x 225 Catering and Events: 336.461.4447 x 232 Golf Shop: 336.461.2610 Marina: 336.461.4456 Lodge Reservations: 336.461.4447 x 222 Tennis: 336.461.4450 Pool Bar: 336.461.3169 Accounting Office: 336.461.4447 x 223 ONSCA Office: 336.461.5344 Turn House at #10 Tee: 336.461.2614 Old North State Realty: 336.461.4492
IN THIS ISSUE Your Club...……………….……………..….……................……..….…....2 Club Update & Cookies of the Month .........................3 ONSC Buzz....…….……….……….……......……......….................…..4 Photo Gallery...................…..…..….....…..……..........................5 From the Kitchen..............……….........….….......................6-8
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McConnell Golf News .......................................................9
As we move into wedding season this March, we wanted to take a look back at this beautiful October wedding of Coy Patton, son of members Tina and William Patton, and his new bride Skylar sharing their first dance as husband and wife.
Fitness, Marina, & News from the Net........................11
Tee it Up...............................................................................10 McConnell Golf Accommodations............Back Cover
Photo by Nicole Clark Photography
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CLUB UPDATE A NOTE FROM YOUR TRIAD REGIONAL DIRECTOR Even though spring technically begins March 20, I am doling out my spring wishes early, with the blessing of our local weather men. It seems every year - and every season for that matter - I hear a term from our meteorologists that I've never heard before, the most recent being climatological or meteorological spring, which runs from March 1 through May 31. Although the true astronomical spring (another term I had never heard) begins March 20, it's never too early to start celebrating this wonderful season that kicks off the golf year at our clubs. By the way, when I bestowed my spring well-wishes on the staff at Sedgefield, they were unamused, so I am hopeful that the members and staff at Old North State Club will be more intrigued by my new-found terms! Happy Spring!!
COOKIES OF THE MONTH MARCH: OLD FASHION OATMEAL COOKIES By Rhett Sorg - Executive Chef at The Reserve
The search for a new Club Manager is underway and I hope to have someone in place in the near future. In the interim, I would like to extend a huge thanks to the entire management team at Old North State Club for going above and beyond to handle their departments and more. You have a great group of leaders in place and I know they appreciate your support. Speaking of the management team, it is a pleasure to welcome Chris Callicutt back to Old North State Club after a 3+ year hiatus which he spent teaching and coaching kids ages 5 to 18. Chris is a graduate of Pfeiffer University with a degree in Sports Management and Athletic Coaching. He is currently in the final stages of obtaining his MAT in Health and Physical Education from UNC-Wilmington. Chris previously worked at ONSC at the tennis facility as well as outside golf operations. He was the Tennis Operations Manager in 2015-16 and then moved up to Tennis & Activities Director. We are excited to welcome Chris back to the Old North State Club team as our Activities and Communications Director to oversee tennis, fitness, and aquatics facilities and programming and eventually the newsletter and other various communications. Chris is happily married to wife Salita and they have two beautiful children; Johnathan (5) and Carli (1). Please join me with a big welcome for Chris Callicutt.
Scan the QR code with a phone or mobile device to view the March cookie of the month recipe. https://bit.ly/March-Cookie-2022
APRIL: GREEK ALMOND COOKIES By Peter Spear - Executive Chef at Providence Country Club
Beverly Marler
Scan the QR code with a phone or mobile device to view the April cookie of the month recipe. https://bit.ly/April-Cookie-2022
The Callicutt Family
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ONSC BUZZ Check out the latest snapshots from Old North State Club! Keep sharing your experiences at ONSC by tagging us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for a chance to be featured in the next newsletter.
Kathy Brown Club looking festive!
Nicole Clark Photography Skylar and Coy's day was absolutely beautiful. The views at Old North State Club have always been amazing to me, with so much greenery and surrounded by water.
_makeupxmadi Cheers to the Hamels 🥂 @beebs8lee Tonight's sunset; simple;, subtle, sublime.
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PHOTO GALLERY
Photo by Betty Lee-Cantore
Photo by Betty Lee-Cantore
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FROM THE KITCHEN A NOTE FROM YOUR EXECUTIVE CHEF Hello Everyone,
MARCH EVENTS 4 THRUSDAY
Spring is around the corner and that means it’s almost Blueberry Cornbread season. Man do I love this time of year! The weather changing, days getting longer, local farms starting to harvest spring crops, the ol’ pig smoker heating up, bees making honey, and Terrace Dining will once again be the best seat at the Clubhouse with the Badin Lake sunset. You may even catch me with my fishing pole on 18th green. I hope you all have enjoyed the food that the Culinary Team has been preparing for you and that you are continuing to enjoy our Winter Menu and Weekly Specials. We are planning to change to our Spring Menu in May, so be on the lookout! We are looking forward to visiting the local farms around the area as we enter one of my favorite seasons to cook in. With berries, spring greens, peaches, asparagus, radishes, peppers, and TOMATOES (I love a good tomato sandwich) ready for the picking I just can’t help myself. Also, it’s time to put some smoke in the air and some good eating on the table. The pig smoker should be back soon from the BBQ Hospital and ready to burn. We are also looking forward to taking advantage of the products this great state has to offer. We started with Cured Meats, Cheeses, and Beef from the Asheville area and Grits from outside Charlotte. We’re looking to add Carolina Gold Rice, Shrimp, Cheeses, Mustard, Poultry, Pork, and Cream Top Buttermilk. The Culinary Team is in the planning stages of some fun and tasty culinary outdoor events for members to enjoy. We are getting the burners, grills, and smoker ready to turn up the heat here at the lake. I can’t wait for the first Shrimp Boil on the Terrace and maybe a Beer Dinner on the Lawn. These events will give us a way to show off our talents in the most creative and delicious way. We are also looking forward to being able to utilize some new ingredients and culinary techniques that are trending.
MARDI GRAS 5:00pm-8:00pm | Reservations Required Join us as we visit food stylings that make you feel like you are in the French Quarter!
11 FRIDAY BIRTHDAY NIGHT 5:00pm-8:00pm | Reservations Required Happy Birthday to all our members celebrating March Birthdays! Enjoy a complimentary three-course meal if you turn a year older this month, $30.95++ for all others. The full menu is also available
See you at a table by the lake, Isaac J. Spencer
A NOTE FROM YOUR DIRECTOR OF EVENTS Hello everyone! I don’t know about you but I am excited to say hello to spring, and goodbye to winter. Three weekends in a row of snow, sleet, and freezing rain were enough for me. Golf season will be in full swing at the end of March and we kick off a very busy event season starting in the middle of April. Food and Beverage and the Culinary team are working together to come up with some great ideas to enhance this year’s activities. For all our member events and activities, please be sure to keep an eye out for our weekly emails and follow us on social media.
Sincerely, Tara Wright
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WELCOME BABY SPENCER! Congratulations to Executive Chef Isaac and his wife Ashlee. They welcomed to the world son Jamison Leon Spencer on Monday, February 7.
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FROM THE KITCHEN 17 THURSDAY
25 FRIDAY
ST. PATRICKS DAY DINNER
SEAFOOD NIGHT
5:00pm-8:00pm | Reservations Required
5:00pm-8:00pm | Reservations Required Adults $36++|Children 6-12 $20++| 5 and under complimentary
Eat, Drink & Be Irish! Come out and enjoy our Irish Inspired Menu! The full menu will also be available.
Join us for Chef Isaac’s fresh catch of the day but don’t worry, there will be plenty of offerings for you land lovers. Full Dinner Menu will not be available.
19 SATURDAY
27 SUNDAY
COOKING CLASS WITH CHEF ISSAC
SUNDAY BRUNCH
1:00pm| Reservations Required $30.00++ Per Person | Includes wine pairings for both courses
11:00am-2:00pm | Reservations Required Adults $20++|Children 6-12 $12++| 5 and under complimentary
Calling all inspiring home Chefs wanting to enhance their abilities. Join Chef Isaac while hosts a cooking class. Reserve your spot today, space is limited.
Can’t Decide if you want Breakfast or Lunch? How about both! Join us for our monthly Brunch buffet. $5 Tito’s Bloody Marys and Mimosas are available all day! Our full lunch menu will be available at 12pm.
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FROM THE KITCHEN APRIL EVENTS 5 TUESDAY
17 SUNDAY
MASTERS WEEK
EASTER BRUNCH 11:00am-2:00pm | Reservations Required
The Masters is April 4 through April 10! Throughout the week a specialty-themed Masters menu will be available at the turn and clubhouse. While you are enjoying your lunch don’t forget to grab a Transfusion or the Masters classic “Azalea”.
Join us for an Easter Brunch at the clubhouse. The Easter Bunny will be hopping by for pictures. We will also be offering an Easter To-Go catering menu for pick-up
8 FRIDAY BIRTHDAY NIGHT 5:00pm-8:00pm | Reservations Required Happy Birthday to all our members celebrating April Birthdays! Enjoy a complimentary three-course meal if you turn a year older this month, $30.95++ for all others. The full menu is also available
28 THURSDAY SEAFOOD NIGHT 5:00pm-8:00pm | Reservations Required Adults: $36++ | Children 6-12: $20++ | 5 and under complimentary Come enjoy a terrific Seafood Buffet along with some other items for the land lovers. The full dinner menu will not be available.
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MCCONNELL GOLF NEWS SAVE THE DATES
2022 ACC WOMEN’S GOLF CHAMPIONSHIP I APRIL 14-17 APRIL IS AUTISM AWARENESS MONTH According to the Centers for Disease Control, autism affects an estimated 1 in 44 children in the United States. First held in 1972 by the Autism Society, Autism Awareness Month emphasizes the need for public awareness to promote acceptance, celebrate differences and be more inclusive towards autistic individuals around us. Join McConnell Golf and each of our properties as we raise awareness about autism and donate to support this cause. Keep up with Weekly Happenings emails to find out how your club is getting involved in the community for Autism Awareness Month!
The ACC Women’s Golf Championship returns to The Reserve Golf Club! This makes it the ACC’s third trip to Pawleys Island for the tournament.
VISIT KNOXVILLE OPEN I MAY 9-15 The Korn Ferry Tour's Visit Knoxville Open will return to Holston Hills Country Club. Formerly the Web.com Tour, the organization has signed a five-year agreement with McConnell Golf.
DID YOU KNOW? ALL ABOUT THE APP The McConnell Golf mobile app features quick access to our member directory in addition to calendar events, member statements, tee times and more. Download and start using it today via the Apple Store or Google Play Store! Updates and improvements are made on the app on a monthly basis in order to make your experience better every time.
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REX HOSPITAL OPEN I JUNE 2-5 The 34th REX Hospital Open will take place at The Country Club at Wakefield Plantation. This tour provides a unique opportunity to build your brand, reward your employees, and entertain customers. Want to volunteer? Please email mthomas@ccwakefieldplantation.com.
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TEE IT UP A NOTE FROM YOUR DIRECTOR OF GOLF Greetings Old North State Members, I hope this finds everyone well and that you are ready to start playing more golf. By the time you read this, we will be preparing to kick off multiple season-opening day events along with multiple fitting days. The technology in the golf business is ever-changing, and I pride myself and my team on knowing the trends associated with this. For example, TaylorMade Golf has a carbon face insert, which has been highly touted as faster and more stable than traditional titanium inserts. Please make sure to mark your calendars for our upcoming events. For 2022 we are going to start a Men’s Interclub Team. This team will play in a pod with Highland Creek Golf Club, Providence Country Club, and Cowans Ford Country Club. If you are interested in competing please reach out to the golf shop. If you need to brush up on some fundamentals of the golf swing please make sure to reach out to the golf shop. We are always happy to assist in improving your game. Have a great golf season,
A NOTE FROM YOUR COURSE SUPERINTENDENT THREE PUTT! I can only think of one other two-word phrase that may send more chills through the spine of a golfer and that’s GREENS AERIFICATION! Unfortunately, it’s a crucial piece of the puzzle for promoting turf health. It’s been six months since our last greens aerification and we need to maximize root development this spring. Our first aerification and deep air injection this year will be March 7-9 and the second one will be May 3-4. According to the USGA, our sand-based greens should contain 45-65% solids, 20-30% macropores, and 15-25% micropores. Aerification followed by sand topdressing is still the best tool for maintaining these ratios. The macropore space promotes the movement of water, nutrients, air and therefore roots down through the profile. Most of the water and nutrients moving through the macropores isn’t plant available, it’s moving too quickly. It’s up to the micropores to capture, hold and supply the water/nutrient mix to the roots as they travel through the macropore space that is created by aerification. Something to think about next time you walk onto an aerified green. I’m sure we will have some great weather in the coming months for you to get out and enjoy the course. See you on the course! Chris Chapman
Justin Mathers, PGA
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FITNESS, MARINA, & NEWS FROM THE NET A NOTE FROM YOUR DOCKMASTER Spring is just around the corner, we’ve almost made it! And with it comes all the joys of a new boating season. Did your boat or trailer registration expire? Is all of your safety equipment in good working order? Flares, Fire Extinguisher, Personal Floatation Devices, Horn? How’s your battery, is it dead? Now is an excellent time to think about these things so we can have your boat ready to go when you’re ready to. Not sure of the condition? No problem just give us a call and we will do a preseason inspection to get you up to speed. Don’t have a boat and want to enjoy this beautiful spring? Just give us a call and make some memories on one of our wonderful rental boats. With spring comes the notorious greenish-yellow pollen that sticks to everything, I can guarantee it will get on your vessels. But have no fear, we will clean and detail your vessel upon appointment and have it back to looking ship shape! Friendly reminder it’s getting that time to renew all marina contracts so get those into us as soon as possible! The contract date is April 1. So stop by and get that taken care of or email me at dhinson@oldnorthstateclub.com As of April 1 we will be back open on Wednesdays-Sundays from 9:00am-5:00pm. As always, I hope you all have a swell day!
FITNESS CENTER
Key fob access required when the clubhouse is closed. The Fitness Center will be closed periodically for deep cleaning throughout the day.
CAROLYN'S IN-SAIN-ITY SCHEDULE Classes are held Mondays in the Activities Center Yoga Room. Class size is limited to ensure a safe environment. Be sure to register with Carolyn by calling or texting (704)550-6933. 8:30am | Combination Class 9:30am | Beginner Yoga & Pilates 10:30am | Deep Stretch and Strenghtening
Dock Master Dustin
PONTOON RENTALS
LIVE BAIT
4 HOURS - $180 8 HOURS - $260 24 HOURS - $360 Prices do not include fuel costs. We recommend reserving pontoons well in advance.
Canadian Night Crawlers $5.50 for 1 Dozen $10 for 2 Dozen Leaf Worms $4.50 for 1 Container of 30 $8 for 2 Containers
Cost per class is $10 - Cash or Check (Made payable to Carolyn Sain)
One-on-One workouts available by appointment.
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OLD NORTH STATE CLUB 201 Old North State Lane New London, NC 28127
OLD NORTH STATE CLUB LODGE Take in the sunset over Badin Lake from one of our eight, onsite suites in the Lakefront Lodge. All rooms are complete with wireless internet, flatscreen television, amenity bars and refrigerators, coffee machines, and more. There are four main lodge rooms with king beds and four additional rooms with two queens. Each room has access to the common area of the main lodge that hosts a pool table, grand fireplace, grill, dining area for chef-prepared breakfasts each morning, and a waterfront porch to enjoy the unparalleled placement of the club. The perfect spot for your family and friends visiting Badin Lake. For reservations or to check availability, contact lodging@oldnorthstateclub.com or 336-461-2477.
March 21 - November 30 Members Non-Members
$205 per night $235 per night
December 1 - March 20
$165 per night $185 per night
MUSGROVE MILL COTTAGES AND SUITES Maximize your time on the course and make your visit to Musgrove Mill Golf Club a relaxing one with our on-site accommodations. For larger groups of 8-16, both the Morgan and Lee Cottages are just what you need after a good day on the course with the Francis Marion and Preston Suites perfect for couples. The Palmer design is located about 90 miles from both Charlotte and Asheville and is known not only for its changing elevations but its history, beauty, and landscape. This private golf sanctuary has no surrounding homes or structures; its creation in 1988 was focused solely on the integrity of the game and profound respect for the natural wilderness of Upstate South Carolina. If you haven't visited it yet, it's time. For additional information, contact Director of Golf Jeff Tallman at 864833-6921 or jeff@musgrovemill.com. Sleep. Golf. Eat. Repeat.
SEDGEFIELD COTTAGE AND SUITE Both within walking distance of Sedgefield's first tee, these two options are convenient to Sedgefield Country Club as well as The Cardinal by Pete Dye. The Stanley Apartment features two bedrooms with a king bed in each room, two bathrooms, a living room, dining room, coffee maker, wireless internet, and flat-screen televisions. The Sam Snead Cottage features two bedrooms each with one queen bed, one bathroom, a living room, dining room, and kitchenette with microwave, coffee maker, and refrigerator. Sedgefield is home to the PGA TOUR's Wyndham Championship, which is contested each year in August. The Sam Snead Cottage overlooks the brand new practice area that was completed just before the tournament in August of 2020. For additional information, contact Angela Ayers at 336-299-5324 or aayers@sedgefieldcc.com.
