MARCH I APRIL 2021
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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-5:00pm Golf Course | 8:00am-Dark Practice Facilities | 7:30am-Dusk (Close at 5:00pm on Mondays) MEN'S LOUNGE Thursday-Saturday | 11:00am-6:00pm Sunday | 11:00am-4:00pm MARCH CLUB DINING
Monday-Tuesday | Closed Wednesday | 11:00am-4:00pm Thursday-Saturday | Lunch 11:00am-4:00pm, Dinner 5:00pm-8:00pm Sunday | 11:00am-4:00pm APRIL CLUB DINING Monday | Closed Tuesday | Lunch 11:00am-4:00pm
Wednesday-Saturday | Lunch 11:00am-4:00pm, Dinner 5:00pm-8:00pm Sunday | Lunch 11:00am-4:00pm MARINA
Wednesday-Sunday | 9:00am-5:00pm
OLD NORTH STATE CLUB STAFF Brian Pabst I Club Manager bpabst@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 Ron Gordils I Executive Chef chef@oldnorthstateclub.com Tara Wright I Director of Events twright@oldnorthstateclub.com Robin Bowers I Accounting Manager rbowers@oldnorthstateclub.com Dustin Hinson I Dock Master dhinson@oldnorthstateclub.com Scott Steed I Director of Maintenance ssteed@oldnorthstateclub.com Beverly Marler I Triad Regional Director bmarler@mcconnellgolf.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 and Membership ………….…..….................…..3 Membership.…….……….……….……......…………....….................…..4 ONSC Buzz....................………..……….....……...............................5 Photo Gallery...................…..…..…......……..………......................6 From the Kitchen..............……….........….…..........................7-8 McConnell Golf News..…....……...………....….................….......9 Tee it Up............................................................................10-11 Fitness News.........................................................................11 Marina and Tennis News...................................................12 March Cookie of the Month.............................................13 FEATURED ON THE COVER The cover photo was taken by Jeff Lee Sr. He titled it "I'm a Lucky Man" and it features Jeff and Betty Lee's grandchildren, Logan, age 7 and Elise, age 2. Logan and Elise are the children of Lance and Jennifer Johnson.
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April Cookie of the Month….…..……………...….....................14 McConnell Golf Accommodations................................15 2021 Golf Schedule.......................................... Back Cover
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CLUB UPDATE AND NEW MEMBERSHIP A NOTE FROM YOUR CLUB MANAGER Happy almost Spring Old North State! I hope everyone has made it through the winter months and is ready to get into the spring swing of things. Staff in all departments got a head start this year on some big spring cleaning projects and we are ready for an exciting season. The golf season is just a few short weeks away from teeing it up and we will kick off wedding season a little earlier this year as our first wedding is in March. 2021 is shaping up to be another great year on the lake. Be sure to follow us on social media and keep an eye out for weekly emails so you can be sure you are up to date on everything happening at your club. While we seem to have some positive movements with COVID restrictions we are not out of the woods yet. We will continue to provide the best experience possible while making sure we provide a safe environment. We kindly ask you to follow the rules and regulations in place when visiting the club as we adhere to CDC, state, and local guidelines. Do it for your friends, your fellow members, and for all the staff that comes here each day to serve you.
As we approach a full year of restrictions let us not become complacent, but let us continue to follow best practices in the hopes of reaching a level of normalcy. Thank you in advance for your continued cooperation and support in this matter. All the best, Brian Pabst
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS Ken & Amy Schoonhagen; daughters Allison (27), Erin (25) & Emily (21) While new to the Old North State Club, the Schoonhagens are not new to the Badin Lake area, as they have vacationed here from Greensboro for 20 years! They have recently sold their home in Greensboro and moved full-time to a life of relaxation on the lake! Ken is in the insurance profession, and Amy is described by Ken as a “Home Executive”, aka stay-at-home-mom! They were referred to the club by member Marc Stevens, and also know many other members, including the LeGrones and the Petitfils. Please join us in welcoming the Schoonhagen family as one of our newest members of the Old North State Club! Michael & Tina Rizzi; daughters Ashton (22) & Morgan (20) Please join us in welcoming the Rizzi family to the Old North State Club! Residents of Clemmons, NC where Mike is a lawyer in the area, the Rizzis have recently purchased a vacation home in the neighborhood, where he is looking for a friendly place to play golf. Referred to the club by members Doug and Sydney Muir, when not playing golf or working, Mike enjoys boating and sports. We are glad to have the Rizzi family join us at the club! Cameron & Erin Spencer; daughter Emma (1) Cameron is a former US Army Officer and CIA Officer. He is currently finishing up an assignment in the Army Reserves. He is also the Founder and President of Industrial Base Solutions Inc. Erin is a Financial Advisor with Ketner Financial Group and Equitable. They live in Salisbury on High Rock Lake with their one-year-old daughter Emma. Please join us in welcoming the Spencer family as one of our newest members of the Old North State Club! Blake & Nancy Kiger; daughter Reagan (26) and son Davis (23) Blake and Nancy met at the University of Georgia and are avid Bulldogs fans! Blake grew up in Savannah and has always enjoyed golf and being out on the water. He currently owns a construction consulting firm, Simon-Meyer Charlotte, and also serves as a Cabarrus County Commissioner. Nancy is from the Atlanta area and is a school-based physical therapist working with disabled children. They have two children, Reagan and Davis. Reagan is married to Matt Barfield and lives in Columbia, SC. She is a clinical pharmacist and faculty member at the University of South Carolina College of Pharmacy and Matt is currently in Medical school. Davis graduated from High Point University where he was on the golf team. He is now a consultant with Accenture and dating Jenna Smith who is also in the family photo. They all love being together at the lake as much as possible and going out in the boat! Keith & Kelly Textor; daughter Brennan (26), and sons Chase (23), & Ethan (20) Please join us in welcoming the Textor family to membership within the Old North State Club! The Textors reside on Badin Lake and were referred to the club by their friends and current members John & Laurie Lamb. Keith works in Professional Services and Software and travels globally. When not traveling, the Textors are looking forward to socialization and relaxation at the club. They are also interested in boating, water sports, and hiking. Welcome to the club!
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MEMBERSHIP
The Schoonhagen Family
The Rizzi Family
The Textor Family
The Spencer Family
The Kiger 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.
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@oldnorthstateclub Soft, broken in feel; vibrant colors; 38 days till spring... Loving the lake life!
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PHOTO GALLERY
Herb Niparts ball hunting on the course
Pamela Barrett -"Sunset View"
New ladies Peter Millar Spring Golf Polo's
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Betty Lee -"Mirror Mirror"
Herb Niparts - Crane on the Dam
Snow and sleet on the course in January
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FROM THE KITCHEN A NOTE FROM YOUR EXECUTIVE CHEF
12 FRIDAY
Here we are at the end of another football season and Tom Brady has another championship (I’m rolling my eyes while I’m typing this). I guess some things never change! But our menu, however, does! I hope you’ve enjoyed some of the winter changes and features we have offered. We are putting a major focus on frequent menu changes this year as well as weekly specials. So keep an eye out for the weekly happenings. As winter is coming to an end and we can move on from root vegetables, I’m really looking forward to the warmer weather and more colorful spring options. It helps open up our offerings; we can do more grill-outs at the turn and outdoor events like lawn parties, which will also allow for social distancing. Speaking of Covid-19 restrictions, we are planning to approach it as an opportunity.
BIRTHDAY NIGHT 5:00pm-8:00pm | Reservations Required | $22.95++ Happy Birthday! Chef Ron and the culinary team will be offering a complimentary three course prime rib dinner to members celebrating a Birthday in March. Full dinner menu and prime rib dinner available for all!
We are sourcing more local and seasonal products that are finding their way into all corners of the menu; from our to-go family meals to the turn and eventually to the poolside. See you all soon! Respectfully, Chef Ron
29 FRIDAY MARCH EVENTS 6 SATURDAY TINIS & TAPAS 5:00pm-8:00pm | Reservations Required
SEAFOOD NIGHT 5:00pm-8:00pm | Reservations Required Chef’s Seafood Night returns along with our full dinner menu. Be on the lookout for some specialty cocktails and wine pairings for the evening!
Join us for Tinis & Tapas Night! Chef Ron will be offering a specialty Tapas menu for dinner service and the bar will be serving up some refreshing martinis and cocktails. The full dinner menu will not be available this evening as we feature the Tapas menu exclusively.
MARCH DINING ROOM CLOSURES Friday, March 19, the clubhouse main dining room and bar will be closed as we host a private member event. We will be offering limited member dining in the Uwharrie Room and the Men’s Grille. Saturday, March 20 the Clubhouse will close at 2:00pm for a private member function. We will not be open for dinner service this evening.
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FROM THE KITCHEN APRIL EVENTS
9 FRIDAY
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BIRTHDAY NIGHT
SUNDAY
EASTER BRUNCH 11:00am-2:00pm | Reservations Required Join us for an Easter Brunch at the clubhouse. Our in-house offerings will also be available for curbside pickup. We will also be offering an Easter Catering menu for pick up. We are expecting the Easter Bunny to make an appearance, even if it is from afar.
5:00pm-8:00pm | Reservations Required | $22.95++ Happy Birthday! Chef will be offering a complimentary three course prime rib dinner to members celebrating a Birthday in April. Full dinner menu and prime rib dinner available for all!
17 SATURDAY PIG PICKIN' 5:00pm-8:00pm | Reservations Required
6 TUESDAY MASTERS WEEK BEGINS
Be a pig this Saturday! Chef Ron and his team will be roasting up a whole pig and offering a classic pig pickin' menu. Full dinner menu will also be available along with some specialty drinks.
The Masters is April 6 through April 11! Throughout the week, Chef Ron will have a specialty-themed Masters menu at the turn and the clubhouse during the duration of the tournament. Brian Pabst and Tara Wright will also be slinging specialty Masters Cocktails. We are sure to be making a few Transfusions and will also be offering The Masters classic “Azalea” cocktail. Be sure to stop by and try a few!
25 SUNDAY SUN DOWNERS 4:00pm-7:00pm | Reservations Required
We are open this Sunday Night with a limited menu. Even if you aren’t playing in the Sun Downers event, we invite you to join us at the club for dinner this evening.
APRIL DINING ROOM CLOSURES
30 FRIDAY
Friday, April 2 the Clubhouse will close at 4:00pm for a private member event. We will not be open for regular dinner service this evening.
SEAFOOD NIGHT
Saturday, April 3 the Clubhouse will close at 2:00pm for a private member function. We will not be open for regular dinner service.
Join us for this month’s seafood night. We will be offering our full dinner menu as well as specialty wines by the glass and cocktail menu.
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5:00pm-8:00pm | Reservations Required
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MCCONNELL GOLF NEWS SAVE THE DATES
FACEBOOK FITNESS CHALLENGE WINNERS www.facebook.com/groups/MCGFit
WOMEN’S ACC CHAMPIONSHIP I APRIL 14-18 The Atlantic Coast Conference announced that the ACC Women's Golf Championship will be held at Sedgefield Country Club!
Congratulations to our top four members who commented or participated the most in our January Facebook Fitness Challenge! Each of our winners received free personal training sessions at their home clubs. We continued the challenge in February with “Love Yourself Month”. From meditation tips and tools to wellness relaxation techniques, along with some occasional fitness challenges, February was all about a better you! Keep an eye out for the March Challenge on the McConnell Golf Facebook Fitness Page and let us help you continue your fitness journey!
VISIT KNOXVILLE OPEN I MAY 10-16 Marybeth McKim Corbin - Brook Valley Country Club Anna Marie Allegretto - Porters Neck Country Club
Celebrating 31 Years, The Korn Ferry Tour will host its Visit Knoxville Open at Holston Hills Country Club. Formerly the Web.com Tour, the organization has signed a five-year agreement with McConnell Golf.
Mary Beth Hardy - Porters Neck Country Club Carey Koeing - CC at Wakefield Plantation
REX HOSPITAL OPEN I JUNE 3-6 The 33rd 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.
YOU ARE CORDIALLY INVITED TO JOIN THE RED NOSE DAY! Mark your calendars for #RedNoseDay, a campaign that raises money to help children living in poverty here in America and around the world. Now, more than ever, vulnerable children need our help. The money we raise will help provide much needed meals, shelter, medical supplies, educational materials and more of the essentials every kid needs. Stay tuned for updates about how you can join McConnell Golf and give back to this great cause. Follow our donation page and give back to this great cause by visiting fundraise.rednoseday.org/mcconnellgolf
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MCG BEER CLUB 2021 COMING SOON!
$1 OFF OF EVERY DRAFT BEER YOU ORDER THIS YEAR Club Fee is only $45 and includes a complimentary McConnell Golf Beer Growler! More information coming soon...
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TEE IT UP A NOTE FROM YOUR DIRECTOR OF GOLF
A NOTE FROM YOUR COURSE SUPERINTENDENT
Hello ONSC Golfers!
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 Green Aerification! Unfortunately, it's a crucial piece of the puzzle for promoting turf health. It's been almost six months since our last greens aerification and we need to maximize root development this spring. Our first aerification/deep air injection this year will be March 1-3 and the second 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.
I hope everyone is doing well and ready for a great year here at Old North State Club. We start to kick off the season this month with an Opening Day scheduled for both our Men and Ladies. Men’s Opening Day is March 20 and the WGA Ladies Opening Day is slated for March 24. We also will start our Fitting Days this month and they will carry on into April. The Masters will hopefully return to its full glory April 8 through April 11 and we plan to host a great rendition of their Par 3 Contest on Wednesday, April 7 on the back-9! Please keep a look-out for more information. Charlotte Women’s District Golf Association (CWDGA) will pay us a visit on April 8, as these are some of the best women amateur players in our area.
The macropore space promotes the movement of water, nutrients, and air through the grassroots. It is up to the macropores to capture, hold, and supply the water and 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.
If allowed we will host a One-Day Member-Guest with Tee-times starting at 8:00am on Friday, April 23. April at the Lake is a beautiful time to show off this property. Find a guest or three and bring them out for a great day of golf!
Chris Chapman
We plan on also hosting the first of seven Couples Sundowners Golf events. Please make sure to mark your calendars for April 25. The Spring Match Play should be almost finished as well! I am looking forward to getting our Semi-Finals scheduled and crowning a champion in early May! We will have a few new apparel vendors this year both for Men and Ladies. Please make sure to come on by and take a look at the wonderful selection of Golf, Pickleball, and Lake Life Gear we will be carrying! Stay Safe and Healthy! Justin Mathers
FITTING DATES Thursday, March 11 | 2pm-6pm MIZUNO
Sunday, March 28 | 9am-2pm TAYLORMADE
Sunday, March 21 | 1pm-5pm CALLAWAY
Saturday, April 17 | 9am-2pm TITLEIST
Friday, March 26 | 2pm-6pm PING
Saturday, April 24 | 2pm-6pm PXG
Saturday, March 27 | 2pm-6pm CLEVELAND/SRIXON
Friday, May 28 | 9am-2pm TAYLORMADE
Appointments in 1 hour increments. Reservations preferred. Call the Golf Shop to book your fitting times.
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FITNESS
SUNDOWNERS 2021 GOLF SCHEDULE
FITNESS CENTER BY RESERVATION ONLY Wednesday through Sunday 8:00am-8:45am 9:00am-9:45am 10:00am-10:45am 11:00am-11:45am
Thursday (in addition to the morning hours) 12:00pm-12:45pm 1:00pm-1:45pm 2:00pm-2:45pm 3:00pm-3:45pm
Reservations can be made online up to two days in advance via the OLD NORTH STATE FULL CALENDAR dropdown. To accommodate more members, please do not reserve more than one slot per day as we have a four person maximum per time slot. Check in with the attendant located outside the Ladies Locker Room. Please bring your own towel.
MEN'S OPENING DAY TOURNAMENT
Water bottles will be available if you do not have your own.
CAROLYN'S IN-SAIN-ITY SCHEDULE Classes are held Thursdays in the Activities Center Yoga Room. Class size is limited to ensure a safe environment. Be sure to register with Carolyn at carolynsain04@gmail.com. 8:15am | Yogalates with Weights 9:15am | Step-Weights-Stretch 10:30am | Beginner Class "Keeping Fit & Staying Healthy" Cost per class is $9 - Cash or Check (Made payable to Carolyn Sain)
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MARINA & NEWS FROM THE NET A NOTE FROM YOUR DOCKMASTER I hope everyone has had a wonderful winter so far. Spring will be here before you know it. Hopefully, it will come sooner than later, for spring gives some of the best boating of the year! Now yes, the water is still quite chilly. So, taking a swim probably won’t be your first choice. But not to worry, as spring gives some of the best scenery of the year. All along the shoreline, the wildflowers are blooming and the trees are becoming flush with color. I implore anyone and everyone to take a ride out to the national forest and watch the wildlife. Usually, you can get some great photos! But don’t put the cart in front of the horse. To get out there and take advantage of all the beauty of our lake, you need to make sure your boat is ready to go! And as luck would have it, I know just the place to have all your boating needs taken care of. Give us a call at the marina and set up your DE-winterization. Now is the time to get the fluids changed, bearings and hubs checked, and get it detailed back to perfect! Need a new battery? We've got you covered with our top-of-the-line Interstate Batteries. I am excited and looking forward to this upcoming boating season. Please feel free to give us a call or stop by and see us. Thank you and have a swell day! Dockmaster Dustin Hinson
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
RACQUET STRINGING AND LESSONS Racquet Stringing (72 Hour Turnaround) Stringing provided by Kent - $30 Bring your own string - $20 Private and group lessons One hour private lesson - $50 Half-hour private lesson - $30 One hour group lesson/clinic - $60 Court Maintenance Schedule Monday | Closed Tuesday-Saturday | 7:00am-9:00am
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MARCH COOKIE OF THE MONTH CRUNCHY CHEWY CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES By James R. Patterson III, Porters Neck Country Club
Ever thought about your favorite things to eat and then thought, “What if I combined some of them into one?” Cereal, chocolate chips, marshmallows, milk, and butter, see the theme here? Well the folks at Momofuku Milk Bar in NYC made this dream come true for me. Here is our rendition of their famous “Cornflake Chocolate Chip Marshmallow Cookie.”
Ingredients: 8oz. Unsalted Butter, at room temperature 1 ¼ Cups Granulated Sugar 2/3 Cup Light Brown Sugar 1 Egg 1/2 TSP Vanilla Extract 1 ½ Cups All-Purpose Flour
1/2 TSP Baking Powder 1/2 TSP Baking Soda 1 ½ TSP Kosher Salt 3 Cups Cornflake Crunch (below) 2/3 Cup Mini Chocolate Chips 1 ¼ Cups Mini Marshmallows
Directions: Using a paddle on your stand mixer, combine the butter and sugars in the bowl and cream together on medium-high for two to three minutes. Scrape down the sides of the bowl, add the egg and vanilla, and beat for an additional seven to eight minutes. Reduce the mixer speed to low and add the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix until the dough comes together, no longer than one minute (do not walk away from the machine during this step, or you will risk over-mixing the dough). Scrape down the sides of the bowl with a spatula. Still on low speed, paddle in the Cornflake Crunch and mini chocolate chips just until they’re incorporated, no more than 30 to 45 seconds. Paddle in the mini marshmallows just until incorporated. Scoop and roll 1 ½ oz. dough balls and place onto a parchment-lined sheet pan. Pat the tops of the cookie dough domes flat. Wrap the sheet pan tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least two hours, or up to one week. Do not bake your cookies from room temperature as they will not hold their shape. Heat the oven to 350°F. Arrange the chilled dough a minimum of three inches apart on parchment-lined sheet pans. Bake for 14 minutes. The cookies will puff, crackle, and spread. At the 12-minute mark, the cookies should be browned on the edges and just beginning to brown toward the center. If they still seem pale and doughy on the surface, leave them in the oven for an additional minute or so. Cool the cookies completely on the sheet pans before transferring to a plate or to an airtight container for storage. At room temperature, the cookies will keep fresh for five days; in the freezer, they will keep for one month.
CORNFLAKE CRUNCH Yield: About 4 Cups Ingredients: 6 Ounces of Corn Flakes 1/2 Cup of Milk Powder 3 TBSP Granulated Sugar
1 TSP Kosher Salt 9 TBSP Unsalted Butter, melted
Directions: Heat the oven to 275°F.Pour the cornflakes into a medium bowl and crush them with your hands to one-quarter of their original size. Add the milk powder, sugar, and salt and toss to mix. Add the butter and toss to coat. As you toss, the butter will act as glue, binding the dry ingredients to the cereal and creating small clusters. Spread the clusters on a parchment-or-Silpat-lined sheet pan and bake for 20 minutes, at which point they should look toasted, smell buttery, and crunch gently when cooled slightly. Cool the cornflake crunch completely before storing or using it in a recipe. Stored in an airtight container at room temperature, the crunch will keep fresh for one week; in the fridge or freezer, it will keep for one month.
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APRIL COOKIE OF THE MONTH KENTUCKY DERBY PIE COOKIES By James Archer, Raleigh Country Club
Growing up in Kentucky, the first Saturday in May was always one to remember. Rather than the traditional Derby Pie, this cookie was always around during my childhood. So enjoy a Mint Julep, a Hot Brown, and a Kentucky Derby Pie Cookie while you cheer on your favorite horse! Riders Up! Yield: 4 Dozen Cookies Ingredients: 1 Cup Softened Butter 1/4 Cup Sugar 1/4 Cup Turbinado Sugar 1 ½ Cups Packed Brown Sugar 2 Eggs 1/2 Cup Kentucky Bourbon 3 ½ Cups Flour 1 ½ TSP Baking Soda 1 TSP Salt plus extra for Finishing 16 oz. Bittersweet Chocolate, rough chopped 1 ½ Cups Walnut Pieces
Directions: Preheat Oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet pan with parchment paper. Cream butter and sugar together. Scrape down bowl. Add bourbon and eggs and mix until combined. Sift together flour, salt, and baking soda. Add to wet mixture, in stages, scraping down the bowl between additions. Add walnuts & chocolate to incorporate. Let the dough cool to allow butter to set back up. Scoop heaping Tablespoon onto a lined sheet pan. Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until almost set. Sprinkle with the desired amount of salt and let cool.
FOR KICKS AND GIGGLES
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MCCONNELL GOLF ON-SITE ACCOMMODATIONS 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
$170 per night $195 per night
December 1 - March 20
$135 per night $155 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.
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OLD NORTH STATE CLUB 201 Old North State Lane New London, NC 28127
