APRIL, 2022
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PORTERS NECK COUNTRY CLUB
PORTERS NECK A MCCONNELL GOLF PROPERTY
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Club News Member Photos, PNCC Donations, Kerr Cellar Wine Dinner Photos.
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Dining & Social Our Thursday night Live Music Series is back as we gear up for Easter.
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Golf
Special Masters Events, TaylorMade Fitting Day and the start to the LGA season.
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Court Sports Tennis Ladder Results, Pickleball Round Robin, She Rocks Tennis Event and Bocce is Back!
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Wellness
Two new Healthy Happy Hour Events, Aqua Fitness Save the Date and the current Group Exercise Schedule!
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Juniors & Family 2022 Junior Golf Schedule, Juniors Night Out Events, After School Programs and Junior Tennis.
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Weleome New Members WELCOME TO PORTERS NECK AND MCCONNELL GOLF!
GREG MITCHELL & JENNA THOMSEN Young Executive Golf
JIM & BETH MARSHALL EVAN & CHRISTIAN BARKER
Golf
JOE & EILEEN SPATA Golf
Young Executive Golf
BRAD & AMY NEIGEL MICHAEL & EILEEN TENNYSON Golf
LESLIE & DOREEN LEWIS Sport
RYAN & STEPHANIE MURPHY Young Executive Golf
STEVE & MARY WOOD Golf
MARY CALHOUN Sport
RICHARD PIERPOINT Golf
& Ethan and Addison Golf
JACOB & PAMELA MORRIS
BRIAN SCHROEDER & CORI SHOPE
JOERGEN & CAROLINA OLSSON
Young Executive Golf
Golf
GARY & DOREEN SIGVALDSEN
ART SCOLARI & DR. YVONNE PARIS
Sport
Golf
SIMON & CAROLINE CARTER
ED & LISA LEWIS
Golf
& Chase and Bailey
KARL & LISE COOPER
RICHARD & JANE MULLENDORE
& Harry Golf
Golf
WILL & KRISTIN RIKE DARREN & JULIA LEE & Hunter and Fisher
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& Cason and Callan Young Executive Golf PAGE 4
CLUB NEWS Best Friends
mom, Cierra Brock,
Greek Almond Cookies
this
COOKIE OF THE MONTH: FROM THE CULINARY TEAM AT PROVIDENCE CC
Porters Neck junior and 2042 Club Champion, Caison, spending time with his buds, Mark and Basil. According
to
little
his guy
absolutely loves the golf bag drop team at Porters Neck!
Masters Edition Stitch Bag Raffle
INGREDIENTS: 5 Cups AP Flour 1½ Cup of Blanched Almonds 2 Cups Extra Virgin Olive Oil
2 TSP Vanilla Extract 2 TBSP Brandy (optional) 2 Cups Confectioners’ Sugar (divided)
DIRECTIONS 1. Place the toasted almonds in a food processor and grind until finely chopped. In a large bowl, combine the flour, chopped almonds, one cup confectioner's sugar and stir. 2. Sprinkle the vanilla extract and brandy over the dry ingredients. Add the olive oil and knead into a dough. 3. The dough should stick together when pressed but have a slight crumbly feeling, which is characteristic of a shortbread dough. If too crumbly, add olive oil one tablespoon at a time until the right consistency is achieved. 4. These traditional cookies are often shaped into crescents, buttons or balls. An easy trick is to shape them into buttons using a tablespoon measure. 5. If you want to do the same, fill a tablespoon measure with some dough, pressing the
The Porters Neck Golf Shop will be
dough to give it the rounded shape of the measure. Once shaped, place the cookies on a
raffling off this Masters edition PNCC
baking tray covered with parchment paper or a silicon baking sheet.
Stitch SL2 golf bag. One raffle ticket will
6. While shaping the cookies, preheat the oven to 325°F.
be $20. Three raffle tickets will be $50.
7. Bake the cookies in the oven at 325°F for 20 minutes or until they begin to turn a very
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slight sandy color. 8. Once cooled, place the cookies in a pan with the remaining confectioner's sugar and coat.
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CLUB NEWS | APRIL
Food Drive Success! The February Food Drive was a HUGE success! Porters Neck members donated 488 lbs of food to the Wilmington Food Bank. The PNCC leadership team volunteered by stuffing bags of potatoes. 820 meals were sorted and 406 meals were donated as a result of our collective efforts. Love our Porters Neck People!!
Donations for Ukraine WOW! The donations for the people of Ukraine, given by Porters Neck members and residents, filled 21 FULL SHIPPING CONTAINERS! The containers are shipped in a dedicated shipping lane and arrive in Poland within 13 days. Donations included clothing, toiletries, children's toys, and first aid supplies. Special thanks to Bob Walsh for kindly organizing everything!
McConnell Magazine The spring edition of the McConnell Golf magazine has been mailed to all McConnell Golf members. POST | CLUB NEWS
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Friday Night Drinks! MEMBERS LOUNGE | 5:00 - 8:00 PM Join us for cocktails in the Members Lounge on Friday evenings from 5:00 - 8:00 PM! Reservations not required.
Dining Hours in Porters
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 - 9:00 PM Sunday | 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM Turn Window | Tuesday - Sunday | 10 AM - 4 PM
Weekly Dinner Specials Weekly Dinner Specials can be found on the Dining
Grape Expectations COMING SOON TO PORTERS NECK!
Details Join us on these dates for a Three Course Wine and Tapas Event. The cost is $55++ and Includes:
News page of the Porters Neck website. They are
Three Small Plates Inspired by Three Wines
announced on Tuesday of each week.
A Bottle of Wine to Take Home!
Curbside Pick Up
Mark Your Calendar!
Tuesday | 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
May 25th: National Wine Day, 'West Coast Wines'
Wednesday - Saturday | 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
June 16th: Backyard Bargains
Sunday | 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
July 21st: A Light Flight
Curbside service is available to all Porters Neck members, Tuesday through Sunday. Call Porters at 686-8145, to place your order. Once you arrive at the
August 18th: Women in Wines October 29th: Mysterious & Spooky
club, place one final call to Porters and we will bring
November 19th: Friends & Family
your order to your car!
December 1st: All Things Bubbly
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LIVE MUSIC ON THE PATIO
THIS POPULAR SERIES IS BACK! THURSDAYS | 6:00 - 8:00 PM | PORTERS NECK PATIO
Reservations Required. Reservations are made through Dining Reservations Page or by calling 686-8145.
Thursday, April 7th
Thursday, April 21st
ROBERT BEAUCHENE
LOOKING UP DUO
Thursday, April 14th
Thursday, April 28th
JON HILL TRIO
JERED CLINE
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FUN RUN For Pints & Autism
THURSDAY, APRIL 7TH | 5:30 PM | PNCC ALL AGES WELCOME!
SCHEDULE 50/50 Raffle April 1 - the start of the race. Purchase your tickets in the pro-shop or at the Sports Center.
Join us on National Beer Day to help raise funds
5:00 - Fun Run check-in begins near bag drop area.
and awareness for Autism. This family friendly fun
5:30 - Fun Run begins
run is open to all ages. We will leave from the front of the Club House and follow the cart path through
5:00 - 7:00 Inflatable Slides, Beer & Pizza
the front 9 holes, ending behind the Club House. Total distance: 2.65 miles. Proceeds will go to the Autism Society of North Carolina.
JOIN THE FUN! $25 per Person: The cost includes beer, non-alcoholic
In celebration of National Beer Day, participants will
beverages, doughnuts, and pizza, after the run, for the
have the option of a mid-way beverage stop. For
participants. Please register online or with Jen at
participants not old enough to celebrate National
activities@portersneckcountryclub.com.
Beer Day or who prefer something sweet instead of
Members are welcome to participate! Cancellation and
bitter there will be a mid-way doughnut!
registration deadline is noon on Tuesday, April 5th.
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Guests
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Easter Brunch SUNDAY, APRIL 17TH | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Buffet Selections Imported
and
Domestic
Cheese
Buttermilk Biscuits and Sausage Gravy Applewood
Display Shrimp
Salad
Artichokes,
with
Roasted
Marinated Peppers
&
Parmesan Tri-Colored Spinach,
Pasta Walnuts
Salad and
with Pesto
Smoked
Bacon
and
Southern Sage Sausage Links Broccoli and Rice Casserole Herb Roasted Potatoes Green Beans Almandine
Vinaigrette
Salmon Alfresco with Garlic, Tomatoes,
Traditional Salad Bar with Assorted
Capers, and Shallots
Dressings
Grilled Chicken with Prosciutto and
Greek
Yogurt
and
Mixed
Berry
Parfaits Assorted Muffins, Croissants and Danish Belgian Waffles with Whipped Cream
Supreme Sauce Burgundy Braised Beef Shortribs with Roasted Mushrooms Carving Station: Honey-Dijon Glazed
and Berries
Pit Ham with Brown Sugar-Peach
Chef Attended Omelet and Egg
Chutney
Station
Desserts:
Creamy Cheddar Stoneground Grits
Desserts
Assorted Cakes, Pies and
Cost & Registration
Adults: $42++ | Children Ages 6 - 12: $18++ | Children 5 & Under: $8++ Reservations are required and available in half-hour increments. A 72 Hour Cancellation Policy will be strictly enforced. Please make your reservations online or by calling 686-8145. Attire: No denim or shorts allowed. (Exception
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Pastabilities PORTERS PASTABILITIES | SATURDAY, APRIL 9TH 5:00 - 7:30 PM | PORTERS NECK BALLROOM
All Porters Neck members are invited to join us for pasta night in the ballroom with buffet and action stations. The cost is $24.95 Adults | $14.95 Ages 13-18 | $9.95 Children 12 & Under. Online reservations required and can be made online via the website calendar. 72 Hour Cancellation Policy Strictly Enforced.
ARE YOU CELEBRATING A BIRTHDAY! As an added bonus, members with an April birthday will be able to enjoy Porters Pastabilities, as our guest! We will continue to offer this as a monthly event and will announce the dates in advance. The complimentary dinner will only be awarded to the member who is celebrating his/her birthday, that particular month.
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CLASSIC SALAD BAR WITH ASSORTED DRESSINGS Classic House & Caesar Salad Warm Garlic Bread
CHEF ATTENDED PASTA STATION & BUFFET! Create Your Own Pasta!
DELICIOUS PASTA BUFFET Eggplant Parmesan Chicken Cacciatore Blackened Shrimp Alfredo Assorted Sweets, Cakes and Pies
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Sunday Brunch Buffet SUNDAY, APRIL 24TH | 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Buffet Selections
Seasonal Fresh Fruit Display Chef Attended Egg Station Fresh Baked Breakfast Pastries Cinnamon Pecan Rolls with Cream Cheese Icing Buttermilk Biscuits with Sawmill Gravy Traditional Potato Hash Applewood Smoked Bacon Sliced Smoked Ham Classic Clubhouse Salad Chimichurri Teres Major Tex-Mex Shrimp and Grits Southwest Baked Chicken with Pico Black Beans and Rice Sweet Yeast Rolls Assorted Selection of Sweets
Cost & Registration
The cost is $28.95++ for Adults and $16.95++ for Children between the ages of 6 and 17. Children under 6 are complimentary. Reservations are required and can be made online or by calling Porters at 686-8145. A 72-hour cancellation policy will be enforced.
Annual Azalea Festival Garden Tour! FRIDAY, APRIL 8TH | 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM Let us be the navigator while you relax in style aboard our private transportation. Our bus will depart the PNCC clubhouse at 9:30 AM on Friday and return at approximately 5:30 PM. We will plan to visit as many gardens as possible with a short stop for lunch along the way. Transportation is only included for Friday, however you ticket is good for Fri-Sun and will allow you to visit any unseen gardens on your own over the weekend. This is a rain or shine event. Members are encouraged to register early as we anticipate this event filling quickly. $90* includes garden tour ticket, transportation and snacks. $55* is a transportation only fee for those members who may already have their garden tour ticket (includes snacks). Register on-line or by calling Jen Hancock @ 910-686-8161 xt. 128. Deadline to cancel is April 1st at 5:00 PM *does not include cost of lunch which you will pay on your own. POST | SOCIAL
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Ladies Bunco THURSDAY, APRIL 14TH | 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.
Kayaking Excursion at the Ft. Fisher Basin MONDAY, APRIL 4TH | 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM Join us and explore “The Basin” at Fort Fisher! “The Basin” as it is known to the locals is located at Fort Fisher Ferry departure point in New Hanover County. This basin area is one of the three original National Estuarine Research Reserves dedicated by the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration and the Division of Coastal Management in 1985. This lagoon complex is one of the most unusual areas of the North Carolina coast. The largest of the three islands in this lagoon is Zeke’s Island and is located along the rock wall that boarders the Cape Fear River. This area has extensive marshes and tidal flats area that are excellent viewing places for different sea birds and other migratory birds. The cost is $55 per person if renting a kayak or $35 per person if providing your own kayak. Register online or by calling Jen Hancock @ 910-686-8161 xt. 128 Min. 6 ppl / Max.10 ppl. The deadline to cancel & register - Thursday, prior to the trip. POST | SOCIAL
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EASTER Eggstravagana SATURDAY, APRIL 16TH | 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM SEATING 1: 8:00 AM - 9:30AM*
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SEATING 2: 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
*The ballroom will be closed from 9:30 - 10:30 in order to reset the tables and buffet for the 10:30 seating. If signing up for the first seating, please plan to finish by 9:30.
Buffet Selections Scrambled Eggs Sugar Pearl Waffles
schedule of events 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Mobile Petting Farm, Inflatables, Face Painting & Easter Crafts
Applewood Bacon and Neese’s Sausage
9:40 AM
Hash Brown Patties
Egg Hunts begin (by age group)
Stoneground Grits Canadian Bacon, Egg and Cheese English Muffins Buttermilk Biscuits and Assorted Jellies Fresh Fruit Display
cost & registration This event is currently on a wait list. If you would like to attend this event, please contact our Activities Director, Jen Hancock at activities@portersneckcountryclub.com or by calling 910-686-8161 x128. A 72 hour cancellation policy will be strictly enforced.
Assorted Breakfast Sweets Yogurt, Granola and Assorted Cereals
The cost is $15.95++ for Adults and $9.95 for Children ages 5 and Up. Children ages 4 and under are complimentary.
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Ladies On the Loose THURSDAY, APRIL 28TH | 11:30 AM This month’s Feature:
Cooking with Chefs J.P.
Patterson & Peter Meriam! Our own Porters Neck Country Club Culinary team will walk through the process of cooking and plating traditional Chicken Piccata. From the correct trimming of the chicken, dredging and pan sautéing to make the sauce and finishing the entrée. And Voila....how to plate the final presentation!
OPTION 1: Traditional Chicken Piccata over Buttered Pasta with Asparagus Tips OPTION 2: Pan Seared Salmon Piccata over Buttered Pasta with Asparagus Tips $21 per person includes coffee, tea, tax & gratuity. Reservations are required and can be made online. Please bring an extra $1 for the kitty. Ladies On the Loose is a social club that is open to all PNCC ladies! POST | SOCIAL
PN Home & Garden Club WEDNESDAY, APRIL 20TH | 9:30 AM | PNCC BALLROOM Please join us in the ballroom on Wednesday, April 20th beginning at 9:30 AM. Our Presenter is Jill Peleuses of Wild Bird and Garden speaking on "Getting Ready for Spring Nesting". Attire: No denim or shorts. Join the Porters Neck Home & Garden Club! Annual dues $25 (cash or check). Monthly meeting topics alternate between garden and home. Follow us on Facebook! Membership is open to PNCC members. If you are interested in joining the Home & Garden Club, email us at portersneckhomeandgardenclub@gmail.com.
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Pro Shop Hours: 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Notes From the Pro By: Robert Loper PNCC Head Golf Professional Taking care of our course is not the sole responsibility of our maintenance staff. The players are an integral part of how the course is maintained. Here are a couple of things that as players we should always do. 1. Taking care of our course is not the sole responsibility of our maintenance staff. The players are an integral part of how the course is maintained. Here are a couple of things that as players we should always do.
Upcoming Events April 6 – Masters Par 3 Tournament April 6 & 20 - Par Gals April 7 – TaylorMade Fitting Day April 7 & 21 - Bogey Girls 1 April 9 – Master’s Guest Day 9am Shotgun April 12 &14 – Ladies Spring Handicap Tournament April 14th & 28 - Bogey Girls 2 April 20 – Callaway Fitting Day April 25 – FCA Golf Outing April 28 – NC Golf Panel at PNCC
2. Always repair your ball mark on the green. If you hit a shot of more than 10 yards, you are making a pitch mark on the green. Please take the time to repair your ball marks. An unrepaired mark takes almost 2 weeks to heal. 3. Fill in your divots in the fairway with sand. This acts like a topdressing for the grass and allows for a more uniform surface for the grass to grow in. If you are walking and do not have sand, at least try to kick in the sides of the divot as best as possible. 4. Rake the bunkers – Who gets mad when they hit in a bunker and it is unraked? Have respect for your fellow member and rake the
LGA Spring Handicap
TUESDAY, APRIL 12TH | THURSDAY, APRIL 14TH
bunker after you play out of it. Also, other than the greens, the
Tuesday and Thursday Tournament.
bunkers are the most labor intensive part of the course. So, the
Register online! Cost is $46 per player.
better we rake the bunkers, the less time the staff has to be in
Tuesday, April 12th:
them.
Shotgun Start
5. Pull Carts – Pull carts should stay at least 10 yards from the putting surface at all times. This allows for better growth of the
Individual Low Net.
18 or 9 Holes, Golf Only, 9 AM
Thursday, April 14th: 18 or 9 Holes, 9 AM Shotgun Start, Plated Lunch after Golf
turf in compressed areas thus making it easier to play a shot from. Everyone likes a little grass under their ball to chip from. 6. Golf Carts do most of the damage to the course, especially when
LUNCH Potato and Leek Soup with Crispy Parsnip Chips
course is wet. When we are cart path only, stay on the path at all
Spring Thyme Salad with Pan Seared Salmon
times! Don’t try to sneak into the natural areas or don’t try to go
Organic Spring Mix, Beets, Radish, Baby Carrots, Roasted
around the cart in front of you. That’s when most of the ruts
Artichoke Hearts, and Sprouts topped with Lemon Thyme
appear. The cart path in many places keeps the water from
Vinaigrette and Green Onions
draining and therefore is extremely soft in areas near the path.
Buttermilk Pie with Chantilly Cream and Blueberries
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Masters 'Guest Day' Tournament Saturday, April 9th
We hope everyone is well. The first Major of 2022 is just around the (Amen) corner and we've decided to host a Guest Day on Saturday April 9 in conjunction with the 2022 Masters. The field will be limited to the first 100 players. 2 Person teams. Members may bring up to 3 guests and have 3 teams. We will have a Men’s Flight and a Ladies/Mixed Flight. TIME & FORMAT TIME: 9:30 AM SHOTGUN START Snacks and Beverages will be on the course. A beverage cart and drink stations will be at #6 and #13. FORMAT: 1 Best Net of 2, 85% of handicap and a 1 Best Gross of the 2, two separate events. All prizes will be Golf Shop Credit. Cash games listed below! COST: $125 per player. Includes cart fee, all food and beverage during the event. (Excluding liquor, tee gift and prizes.) Register
8:30 - 9:30 AM BREAKFAST
Gourmet Chef Attended Omelet Station Lowcountry Shrimp and Grits Buttermilk Biscuits and Gravy Fresh Fruit Cups Complimentary Bloody Mary Bar and Other Beverages 1:30 PM LUNCH & AWARDS FOLLOWING PLAY
Wagyu Beef Sliders Fried Shrimp Po Boys Mesquite Rubbed Ribs with Assorted Sauces Nashville Chicken on Brioche Onion Rings with Chipotle Ranch Dip Carolina Caviar and Tortilla Chips Kale and Broccoli Salad with Craisins, Almonds, Pickled Red Onions Assorted Cookies
online! CASH SKINS: Optional $20/ player ($40/team) Gross scores only. POST | GOLF
MASTERS IN MEMBERS LOUNGE The Members Lounge will be open afterwards to watch the Masters. PAGE 21
Masters Wednesday Par 3 Challenge WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6TH | 3:00 - 6:00 PM | ENTRY FEE OF $20 PER TEAM With the Par 3 Contest at the Masters being on this day, we would like to have one of our own and utilize our short game area. FORMAT 2 Person teams utilizing 5 holes on the putting green and playing the 4-hole short course twice. Putting Green – 2 Person Alternate Shot Holes 1-4 – 2 Person Best Ball Holes 5-8 – 2 Person Scramble
TEE TIMES 1st Round times will begin at 3:00 and end at 4:30. Times will run every 8 minutes. 2nd round times will begin at 4:30. We will pair 6 players in a time. Please call the Pro Shop to make your 1st round time. We will assign your 2nd round time. Beverages: Beverage Cart will be parked at the beginning of the short course for your enjoyment.
Ask 'The Rule Guy'! Mr. Guy Beale | PNCC Member & CGA Rules Official Q: Q: In a stroke play event, I had marked, lifted and replaced my ball on the putting green of Hole #8, about 20 feet from the hole. A gust of wind blew the ball six feet closer to the hole. I played the ball from where it came to rest. Was that correct? A: No, starting in 2019, that was not the correct procedure. Once you have marked, lifted, and replaced a ball on a putting green, the ball "owns" that spot until it is played. If for any reason the ball moves from that spot before it is played, the ball must be replaced on the spot. If you fail to replace the ball, and make a stroke from where it came to rest, you incur 2 penalty strokes for playing from a wrong place. If you had not already lifted and replaced your ball on the putting green, and it was moved by a natural force such as wind, then you would play the hall from its new position. POST | GOLF
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TaylorMade Fitting Day THURSDAY, APRIL 7TH AT PORTERS NECK CC We are excited to announce that we have booked an exclusive TaylorMade fitting experience on , APRIL 7, 2022 at the club, where all members will have the opportunity to go through a Tour-level custom club fitting. To register for this event, please go to: https://my.taylormadegolf.com/myFittingExp/event/dVq8ga3kEx There you can book a specific time for your appointment, as well as check other available dates. Reservation links are available on the Golf Page and Calendar of the PNCC website. You may also contact the golf shop to learn about available appointments, book your custom fitting or ask any questions you have about this special event. We hope you enjoy this exclusive fitting experience!
ShortCourseSchedule
DrivingRangeSchedule
MONDAY
Monday: Closed All Day
Closed All Day for Maintenance
Tuesday – Saturday: 7:00 AM - Dusk Sunday: 7:00 AM - 1 Hour Before Dusk
FRIDAY & SUNDAY Practice 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM Short Course Play 3:00 PM - Dusk
TUESDAY - THURSDAY, AND SATURDAY Practice 7:00 AM - Dusk Short Course Play 3:00 PM - Dusk
Porters Neck Men's Irish Open Results
The Irish Open was contested on March 19. The format was a 2 man Stableford point system with both player’s score counting. The team was given a point quota based on their handicaps and the final score was either plus or minus to their quota. Garrett Grove & Bill Miller along with John Atkinson & Joel Gordon were both tied at +6 after regulation play. We had a closest to the pin shootout on #9 to determine the winning team. Bill Miller hit the closest shot to claim the 2022 Irish Open Championship. Congratulations to Garrett Grove and Bill Miller and Jack Lehmann. We also had 3 closest to pin contests and the winners and their partners were entered in a shootout on #9 for $120. Once again Garrett and Bill prevailed after Garrett stuck in to about 2 feet. 1st Garrett Grove/Bill Miller ++6
7th John Pisarek/Rich Miller -2
2nd John Atkinson/Joel Gordon +6
T8th Bob Rudary/Ja Gustafson -3
3rd David Swick/Bill Holloway +5
Roger Young/Bill Smith -3
4th Bob Soracco/Richard Gross +4
T10th Nick Kamaris/Paul Chase -4
5th Jim Lazour/Ed Everett +3
Rich Suhr/Gary Thompson
6th Tom Babel/Dan Cain Even POST | GOLF
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GOLF NEWS | THE PORTERS NECK POST
Par Gals WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6TH & 20TH | 9:00 AM Par Gals is a playing lesson club for advanced beginner ladies or current 9 -hole ladies and is taught by Dana Kovich. The format includes Clinic & Instruction on the Driving Range followed by Clinic & Instruction on the Golf Course. Meet Coach Dana outside of the Pro Shop at 9:00 AM. Sign up using the calendar and not the tee sheet. Cost & Registration: The annual cost to join is $25. Group Playing Lesson / Clinic with Cart: $40 each time you play. Members are asked to register online via the club calendar. (click here!) in the Pro Shop, or send Dana an email at danakovich@gmail.com. Questions? Contact Dana at danakovich@gmail.com or by calling the Pro Shop staff at 910-686-1177.
Bogey Girls 1 THURSDAY, APRIL 7TH & 21ST | 3:00 PM No pressure - just fun! Peet Coach Dana outside of the Pro Shop at 3:00 PM. Sign up using the calendar and not the tee sheet. Playing lessons include: Instruction on the Driving Range as well as on the Golf Course with Dana Kovich in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. Cost & Registration: The annual cost to join is $25. The Goup Playing Lessons/ Clinics are $40 each time that you play. The cost & registration is the same Bogey Girls 1 and 1.
Bogey Girls 2! THURSDAY, APRIL 14TH & 28TH | 3:00PM These lessons are for Bogey Girls who have completed one year and are ready to expand on the skills learned in Bogey Girls 1. They meet twice a month. Online registration is open! Meet Outside the Pro Shop. POST | GOLF
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Dress Code Please be aware of the Club’s dress code policy. The policy is to be followed whenever you or your guest are playing golf or using the practice facilities, including Mondays. Below is the policy as stated in the Club rules.
Operation 36 Learn to play golf from the Green Out with Coach Dana! Challenge yourself to shoot par from 25, 50, 75, 100 and 125 yards out. This first session lasts from March 8th - April 30th. Once enrolled in a class, you hold your spot for the entire 8 weeks as well as priority for future semesters. If you would like to drop your
7.2 GOLF COURSE ATTIRE
enrollment, your spot may be filled by wait-listed 7.2 Appropriate golf attire is required for all persons on the golf course and in all
students. There will be separate schedules for new and
practice areas.
continuing students.
7.2.1 Men: Shirts with collars or mock collars and sleeves; and slacks, golf shorts or
PLAYERS PACKAGE: $170 / MONTH
walking shorts are appropriate attire. Shirts designed to be tucked in must be tucked
SESSION)
($340 PER
in. Tank tops, tee shirts, fishnet tops, cut-offs, jams, cargo pants, sweat pants, jeans,
8 Academy Classes with Dana Kovich, 4 Operation
bathing suits, tennis shorts or other athletic shorts are not permitted. Hats and visors
36 9-Hole Events, Operation 36 Mobile App, Cart
must be worn with the bill facing forward.
Fee & Tech Fee, Score Tracking
7.2.2 Women: Golf dresses, skirts, slacks, golf
FIRST SESSION 8-WEEK CLASS SCHEDULE
shorts, mid-length shorts and blouses are
New Men
appropriate attire. Sleeveless tops must have
WED | 3:00 PM | April: 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th
collars. Halter tops, tee shirts, fishnet tops, bathing suits, sweat pants, jeans, tennis dresses,
New Ladies
athletic shorts, short-shorts and cut-offs are not
TUE | | 9:00 AM | April: 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th
permitted. Continuing Ladies 7.2.3 Flip flops, non-golf sandals and other casual
TUE | 3:00 PM | April: 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th
footwear are not permitted. Golf shoes with metal spikes are not permitted anywhere. Golf
Continuing Mixed
shoes, golf sandals and athletic shoes are
SAT | 9:00 AM | April: 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 29th
permitted. POST | GOLF
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Traveling to Sister McConnell Properties We would also like to reiterate and clarify some policies that
Full Golf Members may play sister MCG properties up to 12 times
are applicable when traveling to other McConnell Golf
per year, with no more than 6 rounds at any one property.
Properties: Once a member reaches 6 rounds at any one property or 12 rounds Any Full Golf member traveling to sister MCG properties should
total, he or she must pay the appropriate guest fees for
contact their home club professional staff to make the
subsequent visits.
arrangements. Reservations may be made one week in advance for a weekday starting time and on the Wednesday prior after
The 12 times total and 6 rounds at any one property is for the
12:00 pm for a weekend time.
membership and not per person on the membership.
Members that would like to travel and arrange their tee time in
Members can host the same guest at PNCC and MCG properties a
advance must do so through their home club professional staff.
total of 6 times in a calendar year.
To protect home club member’s access to the tee sheet, tee
Practice area access at MCG properties other than your home club
times made outside of the standard tee time policy of one
is limited to the day of play or may be made by the professional
week in advance can expect to secure a tee time of 12:00 pm
staff by prearranging prior to your travel. Please don’t show up and
or later, especially groups of 8 or more, based on availability.
expect to use the practice facilities.
MGA DAY, APRIL 6TH 2 Man Teams | 1 Best Net | Tee Times will Begin at 9:00 AM for MGA Players. 'All Day" Players can tee off at any time during the day.
MGA DAY, APRIL 13TH 3 Man Teams | 1 Best Net + 1 Best Gross | Tee Times will Begin at 8:30 AM
MGA DAY, APRIL 20TH 2 Man Teams | Nassau Format | 1 Best Net Nassau | Tee Times will Begin at 9:00 AM
MGA DAY, APRIL 27TH
MEN'S GOLF ASSOCIATION
2 Man Teams | 1 Best Net | Tee Times will Begin at 9:00 AM
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March Madness Pickleball Winners Congratulations to David Meadows and Bob Baker for winning the March Madness 3.5+ Round Robin Tournament.
Tennis Cardio Clinic WEDNESDAYS | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Bocce is Back! DATES OF LEAGUE: MARCH 21ST - MAY 21ST Bocce ball is back!! We are starting our third season of our Bocce League. Everyone is welcomed to play from novice to advanced players. This is a great opportunity to keep improving on your Bocce skills in a FUN and competitive environment while meeting other members. If you have any questions please call or email Rafa at (910) 686-8161 or tennisdirector@portersneckcountryclub.com.
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.
The complete list of rules can be found on the Court Sports and Tennis page of the PNCC website. If you have any questions please email or call Rafa. PNCC Bocce Rules are currently posted in the Court Sports section of the website.
Pickleball Round Robin WEDNESDAY, APRIL 13TH | 3:00 - 5:00 PM Come join us for a fun and friendly pickleball round robin. This round robin is intended for players rated 3.0 or below, We look forward to seeing you on the courts. Socializing at the members bar afterwards. POST | COURT SPORTS
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Tennis Ladder Results MEN’'SDOUBLES Winners: Michael Barefoot & J.P. O'Connor Finalist: Ed Vogelson & Claud Arnold
She Rocks!
WOMEN'S DOUBLES
MIXED DOUBLES:
Winners: Alli Terrill & Adrienne Beatty
Winners: J.P. O’Connor & Tracy Mills
Finalist: Kelly Murphy & Tracy Mills
Finalist: Will & Grace Breeden
Ovarian Cancer Awareness Event
SATURDAY, MAY 14TH | 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM | PNCC Come play tennis with your fellow Porters Neck members and learn about the signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer, as well as the important work of She ROCKS. POST | COURT SPORTS
Based in Wilmington and the Triad, She ROCKS exists to bring awareness and attention to ovarian cancer through outreach, funding groundbreaking research, and by helping patients who are undergoing treatment in our communities. After tennis, you will join us for a snack and beverage, as well as a brief presentation and Q&A on ovarian cancer with Walter Gajewski, MD, a renowned gynecologic oncologist in Wilmington. Attendance is limited to 32 women for tennis, so please sign up ASAP. PAGE 28
Weekly TENNIS CLINICS 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 - 11:00 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: 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.
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.
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FRIDAY 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.
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Pickleball Open Pickleball Times MONDAY - SATURDAY | 9:30 - 12:30 PM 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.
Advanced Open Pickleball
THURSDAYS | 6:30 - 8:30 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.
Ladies Pickleball Night WEDNESDAYS | 6:30 - 8:00 PM All Porters Neck ladies are invited to meet us on the court for Ladies Pickleball Night Sign up online via the club calendar.
Men's Pickleball Group TUESDAYS | 6:30 - 8:30 PM Join the men of PNCC as we get together for evening Pickleball play! Please register for this event online via the calendar so we can know who is coming. POST | COURT SPORTS
Pickleball Beginner Clinic 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.
Pickleball Attire & Fees Proper attire, as determined by the Club, is required at all times. Regulation court shoes are required. Pickleball Guest Fee: $8 Pickleball Guest Fee 16 & Under: $5 Private Pickleball Lessons: $40 / 45 minutes Semi-Private Pickleball Lessons: $25 Per Person / 1 Hour Pickleball Clinics: $20 Per Person / 1 hour / Min. of 3 ppl PAGE 3
WELLNESS NEWS Key Fob
Do you need a key fob for the Sports Center? Contact our Wellness Director, Allison Evans either by calling 6868161 x 119 or via email at fitness@portersneckcountryclub.com.
Healthy Happy Hour Wednesday, April 20th | 5:00 - 6:00 PM In Person and On Zoom! For high achieving, busy professionals and parents who want to cultivate more balance, and prioritize
The gym will be 'key fob only' on Easter Sunday, April 17th.
themselves without adding to their to-do lists. Our Presenter for this month and next month will be Lisa Dunlap AGPCNP, a burnout coach, corporate wellness consultant, and holistic nurse practitioner. She helps high achieving women and nurses restore and revive themselves so they can thrive and live a life they love. If you plan to join in person we will meet in the Group
Aqua Classes
Exercise Room. Please register online if you plan to
Save the date for Aqua Fit classes, beginning Monday, May 16th. More details to come!
event.
attend in person or on Zoom for this complimentary
Gym Hours 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 7:00 AM- 5:00 PM KEY FOB HOURS
"Resilience, Strength & Freedom" Healthy Happy Hour | Wednesday, May 4th | 5:00 - 6:00 PM
4:00 AM- 7:00 AM 5:00 PM- 12:00 AM
For anyone facing the next chapter in their lives, or a major life transition and aren't clear what's next. During this 60 minute workshop you will you will:
SATURDAY & SUNDAY
·Learn Practical tools/rituals you can use in everyday life to cultivate resilience
REGULAR HOURS
·Learn To Slow Down and reconnect to your joy
7:00 AM - 1:30 PM Presenter: Lisa Dunlap AGPCNP, is a burnout coach, corporate wellness consultant, and KEY FOB HOURS
holistic nurse practitioner. She helps high achieving women and nurses restore and
4:00 AM- 7:00 AM
revive themselves so they can thrive and live a life they love. Look for more details in
1:30 PM - 12:00 AM
the Fitness News section of our website!
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April, 2022 Porters Neck Country Club
GROUP EXERCISE SCHEDULE
Lego Club! WEDNESDAY, APRIL 13TH & 27TH 4:00 - 5:30 PM | JR'S ACTIVITY ROOM
Jr's Night Out
Open to members & grandchildren ages 4+.
FRIDAY, APRIL 22ND | 5:30 - 8:30 PM | AGES 4 & UP
Lego club is an opportunity to get creative and
Join us in the Juniors Activity Room for a fun night of activities including
free build anything you choose with Lego or
dinner and the movie Zootopia. The cost is $25 for 1 child, $45 for 2
build one of our Lego kits. Deadline to register
siblings, $65 for 3 siblings 10 child maximum, We will have a 5 child
is 4 PM the day prior.
minimum for this event, otherwise the event will be cancelled.
American Girl Club
Tween / Teen Hang Out! SATURDAY, APRIL 23RD | 6:00 - 9:00 PM WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6TH & 20TH 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. ) POST | JUNIOR NEWS
This event is specifically for junior members in 5th – 8th grade. Come hang out at PNCC. Drop off at the Junior Activities Room. We’ll have pizza & soft drinks along with air hockey, foosball, ping pong, corn hole and video games. Registration is required! Please register online or by calling Jen Hancock @ 686-8161, xt. 128. $25 for 1 child, $45 for 2 siblings, $65 for 3 siblings. Limited to 10 juniors, minimum of 5, otherwise event will be cancelled. Deadline to register is noon on April 21st. PAGE 33
Weekly Junior Tennis Clinics Intermediate / Beginner
Academy Junior Tennis
TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS: 4:30 - 6:00 PM:
MONDAYS , WEDNESDAYS & FRIDAYS, 5:00 - 7:00 PM Rate: $25 per player: The Junior Tennis
Ages 8-13 Rate: $20 per player:
This
Academy is designed for competitive tennis players. The program focuses on developing players
program focus is to develop players to
to maximize their potential. It is a high intensity training regiment aimed to improve the player's
start
fitness, technique, point play, mental strategy, and overall game.
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
Tiny Tots WEDNESDAYS, 4:00 - 4:45 PM Ages: 4-7 Rate: $12 per player: This Clinic introduces children
skills in preparation for USTA, league and
into tennis. We focus on developing hand-eye coordination, agility, balance, and proper tennis
school matches.
technique in a fun and positive environment.
May 24th - 26th
Join the Porters Neck Swim Team! 2022 Practice Schedule Mondays & Wednesdays
9:30 - 10:15 AM - Ages 8 & Under 10:15 - 11:00 AM - Ages 9 & Up
Cost & Registration $205/Season - 1st swimmer $195/Season - 2nd swimmer $185/ Season - 3rd swimmer and each additional swimmer over 3
Tuesdays & Thursdays 4:00 - 4:45 PM - Ages 8 & Under
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.
4:45 - 5:30 PM - Ages 9 & Up
Parent Volunteers Needed! The 2022 meet schedule is not yet available. The
It is required that at least one parent volunteers at a minimum of 3 meets. Stroke
Championships will be held in July, at the end of the
and Turn Training TBA. Contact Jen Hancock or Coach Alli if you're interested in
season.
attending one of the Stroke & Turn clinics.
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Childcare at Porters Neck
Ages 3+ Must be Potty Trained
TUESDAYS, WEDNESDAYS, & THURSDAYS | 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM We are excited to announce that childcare will be offered at PNCC beginning in April. We are starting with the guidelines listed here. However, Jen is interested in growing this program WITH you and adjusting based on your needs.
The cost is $8 per Hour, per Child and there will be a maximum of 5 Children. Registration is required and will soon be available via the website calendar and on the McConnell Golf app. Contact Activities Director, Jen Hancock with any questions.
Junior Golf Schedule SPRING ACADEMY March 29th - May 17th | March 30th - May 18th
JUNIOR, LADIES, AND MEN'S OPERATION 36 SKILLS CHALLENGE June 25th - 26th: Top 12 students from their class will be selected to participate. Selections are based on class ranking and measurablesthrough the Op36 app
1ST ANNUAL JUNIOR RYDER CUP | PORTERS NECK VS LANDFALL August 20th - 21st: Players must qualify in order to participate in this event. The twelve spots available are earned, not given.
JUNIOR GOLF ASSOCIATION - SUMMER EDITION May 31st - August 2nd: Registration will open April 1st. Open to kids ages 7-17
FALL ACADEMY September 27th - November 15th & September 28th - November 16th
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CLUB PROFESSIONALS
Administrative Office Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Jason Seehafer | General Manager gm@portersneckcountryclub.com 686-8180 ext. 104
Porters Dining Hours Tuesday: 11 AM - 3 PM Wednesday & Thursday: 11 AM – 8 PM
Mandy Shuffler | Membership, Marketing & Communications membership@portersneckcountryclub.com 686-8180 ext. 102
Friday & Saturday: 11 AM – 9 PM Sunday: 11 AM - 3 PM
Terrie McElwain | Assistant Controller arap@portersneckcountryclub.com 686-8180 ext. 103
TURN WINDOW Tuesday - Sunday | 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
James 'JP' Patterson | Director of Food & Beverage jpatterson@mcconnellgolf.com 686-8180 ext. 105
TAKE OUT Tuesday: 11 AM – 3 PM Sunday: 11 AM - 3 PM
Allan Cure | Service Director restaurantmanager@portersneckcountryclub.com 686-8180 ext. 119
Gym Key Fob Hours
Justine Serrano | Assistant Service Director service@portersneckcountryclub.com 686-8180 ext. 119
Wednesday – Saturday: 11 AM – 8 PM
Monday - Friday Regular Hours
Saturday & Sunday Regular Hours
7:00 AM- 5:00 PM Key Fob Hours
7:00 Am - 1:30 Pm
Robert Loper | PGA Head Golf Professional headpro@portersneckcountryclub.com 686-8180 ext. 110
Key Fob Hours
4:00 AM- 7:00 AM
4:00 AM- 7:00 AM
5:00 PM- 12:00 AM
1:30 PM - 12:00 AM
Golf Pro Shop March 1st - 12th: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Dana Kovich | Assistant Golf Professional danakovich@gmail.com
Jordan Tennent | Assistant Golf Professional & Jr Golf assistgolfpro@portersneckcountryclub.com
March 13th - 31st: 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Driving Range Monday: Closed All Day Tuesday - Saturday: 7:00 AM - Dusk
Chris Parham | Golf Course Superintendent superintendent@portersneckcountryclub.com Rafael Toro | Tennis & Pickleball Director tennisdirector@portersneckcountryclub.com 686-8180 ext. 126
Sunday: 7:00 AM - 1 Hour Before Dusk
Short Course
Montana Wiggs | Head Tennis / Pickleball Professional tennispro@portersneckcountryclub.com
Monday: Closed All Day for Maintenance Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday 7:00 AM - Dusk Friday & Sunday
Allison Evans | Wellness Director fitness@portersneckcountryclub.com 686-8180 ext. 125
Practice: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM Short Course Play: 3:00 PM - Dusk
Club Phone Numbers
Jennifer Hancock | Social & Activities Director activities@portersneckcountryclub.com 686-8180 ext. 128
Clubhouse: 686-8180 Porters: 686-8145
Golf Pro Shop: 686-1177 Sports Center: 686-8161 Tennis Court Condition Line: 686-8163
Porters Neck Country Club