MARCH I APRIL 2024
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THE COUNTRY CLUB AT WAKEFIELD PLANTATION
YOUR CLUB MARCH & APRIL HOURS OF OPERATION (Plantation Room, Tavern & Terrace) LUNCH Monday - Closed Tuesday - Sunday I 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. DINNER Monday - Closed Wednesday - Saturday I 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. BREAKER BAR & GRILLE Open for special events and private parties GOLF SHOP Golf Shop Hours I 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. FIRST TEE TIME: Tuesday-Sunday I 8:00 a.m. (March) – 7:30 a.m. (April) TENNIS Monday - Thursday I 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Friday - Sunday I 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. SPORTS CLUB Monday - Sunday I 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. (carts stop at 4:30 p.m.) Friday-Sunday I 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. (carts stop at 3:30 p.m.) Starting March 10th I Monday - Sunday I 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. FITNESS HOURS Key Fob Hours: Monday - Sunday: 5:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. WAKEFIELD PLANTATION PHONE NUMBERS Main Number I 919-488-5100
THE COUNTRY CLUB AT WAKEFIELD PLANTATION STAFF: Michael Thomas mthomas@ccwakefieldplantation.com General Manager Matt McConnell matt@mcconnellgolf.com Membership Director Kasey Olive kolive@mcconnellgolf.com Member Billing/Accounts Payable Todd Jackson tjackson@ccwakefieldplantation.com Executive Chef Courtney Tatum catering@ccwakefieldplantation.com Director of Catering & Events
Rocky Brooks rbrooks@ccwakefieldplantation.com Director of Golf Natalie Clemens nclemens@ccwakefieldplantation.com Corporate Director of Wellness & Activities Todd Lawrence tlawrence@ccwakefieldplantation.com Director of Golf Course Maintenance Kyle Thortsen kthortsen@ccwakefieldplantation.com Corporate Director of Tennis
Deborah Johnson djohnson@ccwakefieldplantation.com Food & Beverage Director
Golf Shop I 919-488-5200 Tennis Shop I 919-488-1930 Fitness/Pool I 919-348-4385 Membership Sales I 919-488-5205 Catering I 919-488-5211 Dining Reservations I 919-348-4374 Member Accounting I 919-488-5100 ext. 7011 Member Activities I 919-488-5100 ext. 7015
IN THIS ISSUE Your Club...…………….…………...……...........….…..........………....2 Club News .....…………...…...….………............…........…....……..3 Membership.....................………….…............….....................4 WP Buzz..……….…..……..….......…….….....................................5 Food & Beverage ……....……...………....................……......6-7 Cookies of the Month......................................................8 Member Events.......…........…...……...…..................…....9-11 Camps..........................................................................12-14 Birthday Parties..............................................................15 Fitness..........................................................................16-17 Tennis.................................................................................18 Tee It Up......................................................................19-21 McConnell News...................……...............…..................22 Calendar...............................…….................….......….........23
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CLUB NEWS Back in early February, we had the honor to host the annual McConnell Golf corporate meetings here at the club. In all, 133 McConnell Golf team members from 17 different McConnell Golf clubs attended the three-day symposium. It is a tradition that the club who wins Club of the Year the prior year hosts the annual meeting. It was an opportunity for us to showcase the club and our staff. Congratulations to our staff for putting on an amazing show. Truly a magical couple of days filled with presentations from each member of our corporate team as well as
from each club. Tons of ideas and success stories were shared. A great way to kick off 2024. 2024 promises to be another awesome year with tons of events and fun ahead. Your continued support is so much appreciated. We cannot thank you enough for the member referrals as it is a great way to fill the club roster with your friends and family. We look forward to seeing you and your family around the club.
EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR I am proud to announce that Davis Humphries is our Employee of the Year for 2023. Davis has recently been promoted from Assistant Tennis Professional to Assistant Director of Racket Sports. His energy and passion for the game and his students is unmatched. A total team player who is always eager to go above and beyond. Congratulations, Davis!
Michael Thomas, General Manager
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MEMBERSHIP PLEASE WELCOME OUR NEWEST MEMBERS! Anthony & Elizabeth D’Alba with children Elsie and Olivia Calvin & Peggy Dobbins Davis Griffin Bob & Lori Larrabee with child Reagan Taylor & Hannah Meachum with child Leaton Taylor Robert Petrakis Paul & Melissa Sheppard D’Alba Family
Davis Griffin
Robert Petrakis
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Meachum Family
Paul & Melissa Sheppard
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DINING EVENTS & INFORMATION We have had a busy winter around the clubhouse and the sports club with Kids Nights Out, Disney Brunch, Chili Cook Off (Congratulations, Chef Todd Jackson) Valentines Week, wine tastings ,and so much more. We are looking forward to a busy March and April. Some of the highlights for the coming months are Spring Break Camp, Easter Egg Hunt, Easter Brunch, Music Bingo and the Breaker Bar and Grille re-opening, just to name a few.
Breaker Bar and Grille will open Tuesday April 2nd. The hours will be 12pm to 6pm Tuesday through Saturday. Closed on Sunday and Monday. Be sure to come by and check out the new food and drink menus. We will start back with our Taco Tuesday, Wing Wednesday, Trivia Thursday along with Fish and Chips on Friday. Be sure to read your “Weekly Happenings” for all upcoming events at the Main Clubhouse and the Sports Club. Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions or concerns. I look forward to seeing you around the club. Deborah Johnson, Food & Beverage Director UNC VS DUKE BASKETBALL GAME WATCH PARTY When: Saturday, March 9th I 6:00pm-9:00pm Where: Main Club House, Lower Terrace Cost: $22++ Per Adult; $15++ Per Child aged 6-12, Kids 5 & Under Free Includes Big Screen Viewing for the Game & Heavy Hors D'oeuvres *Member Charge Bar Are you ready to come and watch the Biggest Rivalry in College Sports battle it out on the BIG SCREEN? We will have delicious game time appetizers to munch on while you're cheering on your favorite team! Bring the family and come enjoy this fun night of college basketball! Come and cheer on your team! *CANCELLATION POLICY: If you cancel less than 48 hours prior to the event, or no show to any event, you will be charged 50% of the per person price
ST. PATRICK’S DAY BRUNCH When: Sunday March 17th I 11:00am-2:00pm Where: Plantation Dining Room Cost: A la Carte Menu with “St. Patrick’s Day” Themed Features *All Member Charge Come out and join us for a jolly good brunch featuring some delicious St. Patrick’s Day brunch items prepared by our fantastic culinary team! Please call 919.348.4374 to make reservations or you can make them online via the dining room dashboard. We look forward to seeing everyone!!
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WPWS KICKOFF AND INFORMATION TASTING When: Thursday March 7th I 6:00pm-8pm Where: Main Clubhouse/ Middle Terrace Fee: $30++ per person ($18++ WPWS members) If you have inquired about the Wakefield Plantation Wine Society, are already a WPWS member, or would just like to sip some delicious wine, please join us for our 2024 WPWS kickoff tasting. We will be introducing Clif Family Wines and discussing the wine events calendar for 2024. We will be introducing Clif Family Wines and the wine event calendar for this up coming year. Light hors d'oeuvres will be served at this casual cocktail style event. Grab some friends and come on out. *If you plan to stay for dinner, please call 919.348.4374 and make dinner reservations! *CANCELLATION POLICY: If you cancel less than 48 hours prior to the event, or no-show to any event, you will be charged 50% of the per-person price. BREAKER BAR AND GRILL SEASON OPENER WINE TASTING When: Thursday March 21st I 5:00pm-7:00pm Where: Breaker Bar Fee: $15++ per person (complimentary for WPWS members) Spring is springing and pools are opening. The Breaker Bar is hosting its first wine tasting of the 2024 season. Join Kyle from Empire Wine Distribution as he shares a great spring wine line up. In addition, Mary and her crew will be a offering a limited food menu at the Breaker Bar & Grille. Who knows, you might just find the perfect new poolside wine to enjoy for our summer season! *CANCELLATION POLICY: If you cancel less than 48 hours prior to the event, or no-show to any event, you will be charged 50% of the per-person price.
EASTER SUNDAY BUFFET When: Sunday March 31st I 10:30am-2:00pm Location: Main Clubhouse Fee: Adult: $47.95++ I Child 6-12: $21.95++ I Children under 5 free *For any reservations of more than 12 guests, please call 919.348.4374 to check for availability and seating Come and enjoy the best of Easter Sunday breakfast and lunch at Wakefield! We will be making reservations every 30 minutes, beginning at 10:30 a.m. and ending at 2:00 p.m. Reservations are to be made online only in the March Club event calendar. Please make your reservations accurately by choosing the correct number of guests in the drop-down portion, not by typing the number of guests into the comment section, so that we are able to accurately keep reservations for this brunch buffet! If you are having issues, please call 919.348.4374 so that we may assist you! Please make all reservations by Monday, March 25th, as spots will be limited! *CANCELLATION POLICY: If you cancel less than 48 hours prior to the event, or no-show to any event, you will be charged 50% of the per-person price.
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DINING EVENTS & INFORMATION The groundhog says that spring is coming early this year! I can’t wait to see all of the beautiful floral blooms around Wakefield start to pop up. This year, our Easter weekend celebrations will take place the last weekend in March. On the 30th, we will be hosting our always fun Easter Egg Hunt for the kiddos with a lunch buffet available for those participating, and on Sunday, the 31st, we will have our annual Easter Sunday Family Brunch. Reservations will be every 30 minutes.
from 10:30am until 2:00pm and will be available to sign up starting Monday, February 19th. Spots will be limited so please RSVP by Friday March 22nd. Tommy will be hosting some great wine events on Thursday March 21st, and April 18th. Details about these events will be coming soon! The month of April always begins a very busy golf season for us at Wakefield, and this year is no different. We will be hosting a Masters Pro Member Member on Saturday April 13th, and our Wakefield ladies golf will be having their Azalea Member Guest on April 19th and 20th. Spring time also brings in wedding season here at Wakefield, and this year we will be hosting many happy couples at the club! As always please contact me with any and all of your catering and event needs here at the Country Club at Wakefield Plantation! Courtney Tatum, Director of Catering & Sales
POST MASTERS WINE TASTING When: Thursday April 18th I 6:00pm-7:30pm Where: Main Clubhouse/ Middle Terrace Fee: $15++ per person (complimentary for WPWS members) Hello friends, Kyle from Empire Wine Distributor will be sharing The Calling Wine by Jim Nantz. If you haven't gotten enough of the Masters just yet, make sure you are here to try the famous commentators wine brand. *If you plan to stay for dinner, please call 919.348.4374 and make dinner reservations! *CANCELLATION POLICY: If you cancel less than 48 hours prior to the event, or no show to any event, you will be charged 50% of the per person price FAMILY MUSIC BINGO NIGHT When: Saturday April 20th I 5:30pm-8:30pm Where: Main Club House Dining Room I FREE TO PLAY! *Please call 919.348.4374 or make your reservations online for dinner or to simply reserve a table and just play Music Bingo & Have a drink!! Come and join us in the Main Dining room for a family fun night of Dinner and Music Bingo!!! The winner of each round will win a PRIZE!!! Music Bingo is a fun filled and fast paced take on traditional bingo! Players are given a bingo card where traditional bingo numbers have been replaced with song names, music titles or both! Your host DJ plays 10-15-second clips of music and you mark off spots on your bingo card. Play for as little or as long as you like. Rounds typically last 10-15 minutes. Music Bingo is FREE! No Team Needed! *CANCELLATION POLICY: If you cancel less than 48 hours prior to the event, or no show to any event, you will be charged 50% of the per person price
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TACO TUESDAYS Every Tuesday 4:00pm I Starting April 2nd Fee: $12++ member charge Come and see why Taco Tuesdays were a huge hit last season! We will have your favorite toppings to add to your hard or soft shell tacos. All you can eat. Great drink specials including Mary’s Spicy Margarita. WING WEDNESDAYS Every Wednesday 4:00pm I Starting April 3rd Fee: 8 wings for $10++ Come try our breaded, bone-in chicken wings tossed in your choice of sauces (BBQ, Buffalo, Teriyaki, or Sweet Chili). Served with choice of Ranch or Blue Cheese dressing with celery and carrots. TRIVIA THURSDAY Every Thursday 6:30pm I Starting April 4th Fee: Complimentary Food and Beverage member charge Compete as a team, (UP TO SIX PEOPLE PER TEAM). Test your knowledge on history, geography, sports, entertainment and more. Prizes will be awarded weekly for the top team. FISH AND CHIP FRIDAYS Every Friday 4:00pm I Starting April 5th Fee: $12++ Come join us for battered Cod Fish and Steak Fries served with your choice of malt vinegar or tartar sauce. Drink specials and other limited menu food items available.
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COOKIES OF THE MONTH APRIL COOKIE OF THE MONTH I BUTTER PECAN SANDIES COOKIE RECIPE I BRUCE MCINTOSH, EXECUTIVE CHEF AT CC OF ASHEVILLE (GLUTEN-FREE) Butter Pecan is a flavor that reminds me of my earlier years. This recipe has been a great find for me; now, I get to share it with all of you! Ingredients: 1 1/3 cups pecan halves 2/3 cup light brown sugar, packed 2/3 cup granulated sugar 8 tablespoons unsalted butter 1/2 cup vegetable shortening 1/2 teaspoon table salt 1 teaspoon baking soda 2 teaspoons Pure Vanilla Extract 3/4 teaspoon butter-rum flavor
MARCH COOKIE OF THE MONTH: LEMON COOKIE RECIPE I TODD JACKSON I EXECUTIVE CHEF AT WAKEFIELD PLANTATION My daughter isn’t a fan of rich chocolate desserts, but she loves anything lemon, and these cookies are one of her favorites, which means I can usually enlist her help in the kitchen when I make them.
1 teaspoon cider vinegar or white vinegar 1 large egg 2 cups King Arthur Gluten-Free Measure for Measure Flour 1 1/3 cups butterscotch chips 1/3 cup granulated sugar, mixed with 1 to 1 1/4 teaspoons salt, for topping* Directions:
Ingredients: 12 1/2 ounces unsalted butter 10 1/2 ounces 10x sugar 12 ounces of egg yolks 2 tablespoons grated lemon zest 1 1/2 pounds of all-purpose flour
Preheat the oven to 375°F. Lightly grease (or line with parchment) two baking sheets. Place the pecans in a single layer in a pan, and bake until they've darkened a bit and smell toasty, about 8 to 9 minutes. Set them aside to cool, then chop coarsely. In a large bowl, combine the sugars, butter, shortening, salt, baking soda, vanilla, flavor, and vinegar, beating until smooth and creamy. Beat in the egg, again, beating until smooth. Scrape the bottom and sides of the bowl with a spatula to make sure
Directions: Place the butter and sugar in an electric mixer. Using the paddle attachment on medium speed, cream together until light and smooth. Add the egg yolks slowly on low speed, fully incorporating and scraping down the sides of the bowl after each egg. Blend in the lemon zest. Add the flour, mixing just to incorporate. Using a plain tip, pipe out cookies from a pastry bag onto parchment-lined sheet pans. Bake in a 400degree oven until lightly brown. 8 to 10 minutes. Let cookies cool, dust
everything is thoroughly combined. Mix in the flour, then the chips and
with powdered sugar, and serve. Yields 5 dozen cookies.
spread quite a bit. Or, use a teaspoon cookie scoop to scoop 1 1/4" balls of
toasted nuts. If you're going to refrigerate the dough, cover the bowl, and refrigerate for about 4 to 5 hours; or overnight. Cookie dough refrigerated for 3 1/2 to 4 hours will spread moderately; chilled overnight, it will spread much less. Mix the 1/3 cup sugar and salt for the coating, and put it in a bowl. Use a spoon (or a tablespoon cookie scoop) to scoop 1 1/2" balls of dough into the sugar/salt mixture, rolling to coat. Then transfer to the prepared baking sheets, leaving 2" between them on all sides; they'll dough. Bake the cookies for 11 to 13 minutes — 11 minutes for smaller cookies, 13 for larger ones. Their edges will be chestnut brown and their tops a lighter golden brown. (For dough that's been refrigerated, add 30 seconds to 1 minute to those baking times.) Remove them from the oven, and cool on the pan until they're set enough to move without breaking. Repeat with the remaining dough. Store cookies, well wrapped, at room temperature for several days; freeze for longer storage.
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MEMBER EVENTS Spring is in the air, and before we know it, we will be enjoying a funfilled summer poolside!! Our camp schedule is out, and registration is open. Please make sure to sign up for camps, as they may fill up! We have started planning the 2024 swim team season, so keep an eye out as more information regarding the swim team will be coming soon!
SUPER MARIO KIDS NIGHT OUT When: Saturday, March 9th I 5:30pm-9:30pm Ages: 6-10 I Location: Game Room Fee: $25 per child (includes dinner & snack) *Sibling discount available “It’s-a me, Mario!” Did you know Mario Day is March 10th? Come celebrate everyone’s favorite video game hero with Nintendo-themed games and a screening of The Super Mario Brothers Movie. Don’t miss out on the celebration and RSVP by Wed. March 6th.
We are excited to announce that we have a new Activities Director joining the team - Erica Pendergraft!
Erica is going to be a wonderful addition to our team and she is going to be working a lot with our kids programming! We look forward to all the fun and creativity she is going to bring to the events calendar! In addition, we have hired a new personal trainer/group fitness instructor - Hannah Bleyer! She is going to be offering some new classes and will be available for one-on-one training. We are excited to have Hannah onboard! We have a busy spring season ahead from all the Easter festivities, to spring break camp to opening back up the Breaker Bar & Grille! Bring on the warmer weather, longer days and we look forward to a memorable spring season! Natalie Clemens, Corporate Director of Wellness & Activities
MARCH MADNESS KIDS NIGHT OUT When: Friday, March 22nd I 5:30pm-9:30pm Ages: 6-10 I Location: Sports Club Fee: $25 per child (includes dinner & snack) Tar Heels, Blue Devils, or Wolfpack? Come join the activities staff as we gear up for college basketball’s biggest competition. Try your hand at making your own bracket, playing basketball themed games, and more! RSVP by Wed. March 20th. SPRING BREAK CAMP When: Monday, March 25th - Friday, March 29th I 9:00am-3:00pm Ages: 6-10 I Location: Sports Club Fee: $65 per day I $270 for the week *Sibling discount available
SOCCER SHOTS When: March 12th - May 28th Mini (ages 2-3) 4:00pm-4:30pm Classic (ages 3-6) 4:45pm-5:15pm Where: Sports Club front lawn Soccer shots is an engaging program with focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best in class coaching, curriculum and communication. We hope you join us for our winter season! Scan the QR code with your phone to register.
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Come join the activities team as we have a fun-filled week of indoor and outdoor activities to keep you busy! From relay races, to crafts, to scavenger hunts, this is one week not to miss! Please RSVP by Wednesday, March 20th. *Day options are welcomed in addition to the entire week. CANCELLATION POLICY FOR KID EVENTS: If you cancel within 24 hours of the event, you will still be charged 50% of the price. If you are signed up and are a no-show, you will be charged full price.
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MEMBER EVENTS EASTER EGG HUNT BUFFET When: Saturday, March 30th I 11:00am-2:00pm Location: Sports Club - Poolside Buffet Fee: Adults: $24++, Children 6-12 $17+, Children 5 and under free Come join us after the big hunt and enjoy some delicious food prepared by our outstanding culinary team. Please make your reservations online no later than Monday, March 25th as spots will be limited! EASTER EGGSTRAVAGANZA When: Saturday, March 30th I 11:00am-1:30pm Where: Sports Club I Fee: Egg Hunt Complimentary
WELCOME ERICA PENDERGRAFT AS THE NEW ACTIVITIES DIRECTOR Erica comes to The Country Club at Wakefield Plantation after almost a year as Cabana and Event Staff at Raleigh Country Club. Erica was born in Buffalo, NY, but has been a proud resident of Raleigh, NC, since 2001, when she graduated from Leesville Road High School. She is a proud alumna of Meredith College, where she completed a bachelor’s degree in psychology with a focus in developmental psychology. She also completed a Master’s Degree in School Counseling at NC State. After three years as a school counselor with Wake County Public School System, Erica decided to embark on a career change to hospitality, an industry she has enjoyed working in since she was a teen. Her time at RCC introduced her to the McConnell Golf community, where she found great companionship with staff and members. When the Activities Director position at Wakefield became available, she was excited to jump on an opportunity that allows her to continue working with children and teens, as well as the people of McConnell Golf.
Grab your baskets as we move our EGGSTravaganza event to the sports club this year! We will have pony rides, inflatables, games, crafts and so much more! The Easter Bunny will be there to lead you on the egg hunts that will be spread out at different times around the facility (times listed with age groups below). We will also be offering a buffet poolside to enjoy from 11:00am-1:00pm. Please RSVP for the hunt and the buffet by Monday, March 25th. *Inflatables will be open until 1:30pm Ages: 0 - 2 11:15 am (lawn across from the circle) Ages: 3-5 11:30 am (lawn by tennis) Ages 6-10 11:45 am (hole # 1) Ages 11 & Up: 12:00 pm (hole #9) *We will make an announcement before each hunt and will meet on the front lawn before heading to the hunt location
In her spare time, Erica enjoys cheering on the Buffalo Bills as well as the Rolesville High School football team, which her husband coaches. She is an avid pet lover who also loves spending time with her dog and two cats. .
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MEMBER EVENTS CHUCKLES ACADEMY When: Saturday, April 13th I 5:30pm-9:30pm Ages: 6-10 I Location: Poolside Fee: $25 per child (includes dinner & snack) *Sibling discount available What better way to celebrate National Humor Month by strumming up some laughs? Join the activities crew as we giggle and laugh our way through the night. We’ll watch some funny videos, play kidfriendly version of What Do You Meme?, and more! Come ready with your favorite “dad joke” to share with the group! Reserve your spot by Wednesday, April 10th.
WINE & DESIGN When: Wednesday, April 24th I 6:00pm Ages: Adults only I Location: Sports Club Fee: $48.00 per person (for painting class only) *Drinks & food by member charge Enjoy the nice Spring weather poolside as you create your own masterpiece. Wine & Design of Raleigh will be here to assist in painting your canvas! As you paint, enjoy drink and food specials at the Breaker Bar & Grille. So grab your mom, daughter, friends or sister and enjoy this poolside painting party! Please RSVP by Wednesday, Friday, April 12th. *If you cancel after April 12th , you will be billed the entire amount.
TWEEN NIGHTOUT - CARD SHARKS When: Saturday, April 27th I 6:00pm-9:30pm Ages: 10-15 I Location: Sports Club Fee: $25 per person (includes dinner & snack) Calling all tween card sharks! This Tween Night Out will be all about a variety of different card games including: Uno, SlapJack, Solitaire, Spoons, and more! Reserve your spot at the table by Wednesday, April 24th. . SUNDAY FUNDAY RACE DAY When: Sunday, April 28th I Time: 2:00pm-3:30pm Ages: 6-10 I Location: Sports Club Fee: Complimentary Let’s enjoy the spring air and get outside for some relay fun! We will be dividing you up into teams and competing in relay races from egg/spoon, to the ping pong challenge and a fun game of tug-of-war. After all the fun, we will cool down with a nice refreshing snack! Please RSVP by Thursday, April 25th. .
CAMP INFORMATION I FOR ACTIVITY CAMPS ONLY (NOT TENNIS & GOLF) All of our camps (both age groups) are from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. We will be sending you a reminder with the camp agenda, what to bring, the camp menu, and other important information a week before each camp. We ask that you register your child at least a week before each camp. To register your child, you may do so online at www.ccwakefieldplantation.com or through the McConnell Golf App. Camp is $270 for members and $320 for guests. Guests are only allowed to attend camp if the camp is not already full. Campers may also attend on certain days only for a rate of $65 per day for members and $75 for non-members. There is a 20% sibling discount for members only with two or more children if they attend the entire week. There is not a sibling discount for day rates. Each day will be filled with indoor and outdoor activities, swimming, crafts, lunch, snacks and much more! AFTER HOUR CARE: This summer, we will be providing after-hour camp care. This will be available from 3:00pm to 5:00pm. There will be a charge of $10.00 per hour per child and $5.00 per child per 1/2 hour. This is only available for children who are signed up for that camp. We ask that you please let us know ahead of time if your child needs after hour care so that we can plan accordingly. CANCELLATION POLICY If you cancel within 24 hours of the event, you will still be charged 50% of the price. If you are a no-show for camp, you will be charged the entire fee.
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SUMMER CAMPS - AGES 3-5 DECADE WEEK I JUNE 3RD - JUNE 7TH I AGES 5-10
FAIRY TALE I JULY 22ND - JULY 26TH
We are kicking off the summer camp season with a Dancing Through the Decades week. Each day, we are going to explore different decades based on the music, activities, and foods from that era. We encourage you to dress the part if you choose! Monday will be the 50’s, Tuesday will be the 70’s/disco era, Wednesday will be back to the 80’s, Thursday will be the 90's, and Friday will be the current time: 2024!! Please RSVP by May 29th.
Join us as we explore the magical world of Fairy Tales! We will go on a hunt to find Cinderella’s glass slipper, follow the breadcrumbs of Hansel and Gretel to the candy shop before they see us, have a tea party with our friends from Alice in Wonderland, and so much more! Please RSVP by Wednesday, July 17th.
MOOVIN & GROOVIN I JULY 29TH - AUGUST 2ND
WATER WORKS I JUNE 10TH - JUNE 14TH It is a Wakefield favorite—Water Works Retreat is a camp all based around the water! Most of all the activities will be water-based, either in the pool or on the lawn. It is a perfect camp to enjoy on the hot summer days of June! So, grab your goggles and sunscreen and register early for this popular week! Please RSVP by Wednesday, June 12th.
Who likes to sing, dance, and play instruments? If you answered yes to any of those, this camp is for you! We will be participating in all games and activities based around music! We will create our own instrument, learn about different genres of music, and dance the day away with a variety of dancing games! So grab your dancing shoes and RSVP by Wednesday, July 24th.
SPORTS FUSION I AUGUST 5TH - AUGUST 9TH
DISNEY DREAM I JUNE 17TH - JUNE 21ST Who doesn’t love all the magical moments Disney brings, from visiting the theme parks to watching one of their classic movies? Each day we will explore a different Disney film and create memorable crafts, activities, and games all based around that movie. Will we pick one of your favorites? Sign up by June 5th to find out!
SUPERHERO DREAM TEAM I JUNE 24TH - JUNE 28TH Do you have what it takes to be on the Superhero Dream Team this summer? Come find out during a week of training as we put you through obstacle courses, mask making, scavenger hunts, and so much more! By the end of the week, earn your certificate and become part of the ultimate team of superheroes! Please RSVP by Wednesday, June 19th.
The summer Olympics are here, and what better way to celebrate than having our own Olympic games right here at WP? We will create our own Olympic flag and compete in a variety of sports, including soccer, balloon volleyball, long jump, and so much more! By the end of the week, we will award our winners with some medals at the awards ceremony! Please RSVP by Wednesday, July 31st.
PRINCESS & PIRATES I AUGUST 12TH - 16TH Enjoy the best of both worlds as we venture into the life of a pirate and the glam of being a princess. We will be making our own crowns and pirate swords, going on treasure hunts, and dancing away at the ball to our favorite classic songs! Get ready for a fun-filled week, and RSVP by Wednesday, August 7th.
MYSTERY WEEK I AUGUST 19TH - AUGUST 23RD I AGES 5-10
BARNYARD PALOOZA I JULY 8TH - JULY 12TH We are heading to the farm for this fun-filled animal-loving week of camp! Not only will we be learning all about farm animals, but we are going to venture into the wilderness of the Amazon, go on a safari hunt, and learn so much about all the wonderful species that live on this beautiful Earth! So, grab your hat and your overalls, and let’s go on a wild animal adventure ride! Please RSVP by Wednesday, July 3rd.
During this mystery week, each day has a different theme! Monday will be Dino Day, Tuesday will be Fiesta Day, Wednesday will be Wet n’ Wild, Thursday will be game day, and Friday will be a surprise! It will be a perfect variety to end the camp season!! Please RSVP by Wednesday, August 14th.
SURF N’ SAND I JULY 15TH - JULY 19TH We are taking a trip to the big blue ocean this week as we explore the wonders of the sea and sand! We will be creating our own fish tank, playing musical towels, playing beachball volleyball, and testing our limbo skills at the Friday Luau party! Please RSVP by Wednesday, July 10th.
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SUMMER CAMPS AGES 6-11 AQUATIC ADVENTURE I JUNE 10TH - JUNE 14TH Grab the sunscreen and your goggles and get ready for the best camp of the summer—Aquatic Adventure! This camp is based all around water activities in and out of the pool. From the biggest splash competition to the wet n’ wild slip n’ slide, this is one camp where you will not stay dry! Make sure to RSVP by Wednesday, June 12th, as this camp is sure to fill up!
SLIMETOPIA I JUNE 17TH - JUNE 21ST By colossally popular demand comes this squishy, stretchy sequel to our best-selling Slimetopia camp. This time, the world is being taken over by slime! You and your STEAM Team will ooze with excitement as you visit countries around the globe, making a different kind of slime at each destination, from Italian pizza slime to Antarctic penguin slime to Hawaiian lava slime to tons of other slippery, drippy, gooey, global slimes in between! All slime activities will be from 12–3 daily, and we will be swimming, having lunch, and playing a few games in the morning session from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. This will be one messy camp not to miss! Please RSVP by Wednesday, June 5th.
RESTAURANT WARS I JUNE 24TH - JUNE 28TH Have you ever wanted to own your own restaurant or create your own menu? If so, this week is for you! We are going to divide the group into two teams. Each team will have an activity leader, and each day we will create another part of your restaurant. From building the menu to the design to your own specialty dishes and drinks, this will be a fun, creative camp! At the end, our food and beverage team will decide who won Restaurant Wars and may even get a special visit from our chef! Please RSVP by Wednesday, June 19th.
POKEMON MASTER ENGINEERING USING LEGO® I JULY 29TH AUGUST 2ND LEGO® Master, I choose you!! In the race to be crowned the Ultimate Pokémon Champion, we need your help! Learn to build your favorite Pokémon, level up by teaching them special moves, evolve them into more powerful versions, and come face-to-face with the current champion in an epic battle for the title. Learn from our Play-Well Pokémon Masters so you can make it to the top! The LEGO portion will be from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., morning session will include swimming, games and lunch. Please RSVP by Wednesday, July 24th.
SPORTOPIA I AUGUST 5TH - AUGUST 9TH As the Summer Olympics kick off in Paris, we are hosting our own Olympic games right here at WP. Create your own team flag, name, and colors, and participate in a variety of sports such as swimming relays, flag football, soccer, and even some new and challenging games that are only held at the Wakefield Olympics! Enjoy the award ceremony on Friday as we announce the winning team! Please RSVP by Wednesday, July 31st.
TENNIS, GOLF & SWIM CAMP I AUGUST 12TH - 16TH I AGES 6-11 Fee: $250 (for the 9am-12pm portion) 9:00am-3:00pm: $350 per child (includes lunch, swimming & activities) Join us for one full week that combines golf, tennis, and swimming! Each morning you will meet in the game room at the sports club, and on Monday and Wednesday you will start the day with tennis, on Tuesday and Thursday you will start the day with golf, and on Friday it will be a morning of Wet n' Wild games inside and outside of the pool! This one is sure to fill up, so please RSVP by Wednesday, August 9th.
STEM SHARK WEEK I JULY 8TH - JULY 12TH You and your STEAM Team will join characters Daniel, Joy, Kimani, and Davinci on their Sharktooth Island adventures, from bridgebuilding to pirate ship exploration to mixing up spectacular slime seas. You’ll dive into the fascinating world of SHARKS and tackle an ocean full of shark-inspired challenges! Don't miss out on this FINtastic experience! STEM activities will be from 12 to 3 p.m. Swimming, lunch, and a few games will be from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Please RSVP by Wednesday, July 3rd.
PERFORMING ARTS I JULY 22ND - JULY 26TH This week, we are diving into all things artistic! From live theater to improv to arts and crafts, this is one week where you can let your creativity and imagination soar! We will create our own movie, learn some tips and tricks on how to improve, and may even get some special visitors this week! Please RSVP by Wednesday, July 17th.
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TENNIS & GOLF CAMPS TENNIS TOTS & PICKLEBALL I Ages 4-7 June 10-14 I June 17-21 I July 8-12 I July 22-26 I August 5-9 Time: 9:00am-12:00pm (Tennis only) 12:00pm-3:00pm (Lunch & Swim) Fee: $270 per week per child I $320 for non-members (tennis only) Additional $120 fee for members I $150 fee for non-members for afternoon portion. The Tennis Tots camp is primarily focused on the kids learning the basics of the fun sports of tennis and pickleball. There will be hand eye coordination, foot work, and mechanic drills as well as lots of games and goofy activities. The tennis/pickleball portion of the camp will be from 9:00 a.m. to 12 p.m. If your camper would like to stay longer, we will have an extended camp option that runs from 12pm-3pm which includes lunch, swimming, and activities. Camps will not be prorated. For more information, please reach out to the tennis shop. *There will not be a day price option for the full day
JUNIOR TENNIS & PICKLEBALL I Ages 8-13 June 10-14 I June 17-21 I July 8-12 I July 22-26 I August 5-9 Time: 9:00am-12:00pm (Tennis only) 12:00pm-3:00pm (Lunch & Swim) Fee: $270 per week per child I $320 for non-members (tennis only) Additional $120 fee for members I $150 fee for non-members for afternoon portion. The Junior Tennis Camp is primarily focused on the kids becoming match-play-ready. The camps will include drills that focus on footwork, mechanics, and live play, leading up to fun tennis and pickleball competitions and goofy games each day. Fridays will be Match Play Day, where they will apply what they have learned from the week playing against fellow campers. The tennis/pickleball portion of the camp will be from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. If your camper would like to stay longer, we will have an extended camp option that runs from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. and includes lunch, swimming, and other activities. Camps will not be prorated. For more information, please reach out to the tennis shop. *There will not be a day price option for the full day
FUNDAMENTAL GOLF CAMP I AGES 7-12 June 25-28 I July 16-19 Time: 9:00am-12:00pm I Fee: $215 The FUNdamental Golf Camp is geared for juniors age 7–12 and welcomes golfers of all levels of experience and skill! This four-day experience will help your junior improve all aspects of his or her game, including driving, irons, chipping, pitching, bunkers, rules, etiquette, and an introduction to our Elite Operation 36 Program. During the camp, the instructors will encourage your junior to set goals while also understanding the commitment it takes to see improvement. We will incorporate some fun games and popsicles! Each junior will receive a FUNdamental Golf Guide Folder, a tool designed to help them track their progress through the week, and a WP Junior Golf water bottle.
OPERATION 36 ELITE JUNIOR CAMP I AGES: 9-14 July 30-August 1 I Time: 9:00am-3:00pm Fee: $325 (Lunch included) The Wakefield Plantation Operation 36 Elite Camp is a progressive three-day experience that will focus on all aspects of your junior’s game through one-on-one instruction as well as group activities, competitions, and on-course testing. Each junior will receive an Operation 36 login in order to track your child’s progress throughout the camp. Each junior will be able to utilize JC video swing analysis, showing their progress from the beginning to the completion of camp. This program is a tremendous addition to Wakefield and is one your child can utilize throughout the year.
REGISTRATION: To register your child, please visit the Wakefield website at www.ccwakefieldplantation.com or the McConnell Golf app and for any questions please contact Paul Dickens at pdickens@ccwakefieldplantation.com
REGISTRATION: To register your child, you may do so online at www.ccwakefieldplantation.com or through the McConnell Golf App. For any tennis camp questions, please email tennis@ccwakefieldplantation.com
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BIRTHDAY PARTIES BOOK YOUR PARTY AT THE SPORTS CLUB Let the Wakefield Activities and Food & Beverage team plan your special party! From birthday parties, graduations, end of season sports parties to holiday events, we’ve got you covered. For more info, please reach out to Natalie. POOL PARTY & SPORTS CLUB EVENTS Set up & Rental fees are based on the total amount of people at the party. 25 or less - $175 26 - 40 - $225 41 - 80 - $275 81 - 125 - $325 126 guests and up - $400 *Includes 2 hours of facility use for the party I ($50 for each additional hour) If you would like a custom party filled with games and activities based on a particular theme, the Activities Team has you covered. The cost would be $12 per child, which would include games/activities and activity leaders to run the party for two hours. *This fee is in addition to the rental fees and F&B minimum. A $30 per lifeguard, per hour charge is required for all private events after hours during the pool season. The number of lifeguards will be determined by our pool's management company. The cost of lifeguards per hour is charged from the beginning of the event until all guests have exited and the pool can be locked.
FOOD & BEVERAGE MINIMUM'S: $100 F&B Minimum for Parties with 25 or less $250 F&B Minimum for Parties between 26-75 guests $500 F&B Minimum for Parties with 76 guests or more *All F&B charges will include a 22% service charge & 8.25% tax FOOD OPTIONS I (ALL PLATTERS FEED 12 PEOPLE) Cheese Tray w/ Assorted Crackers: $40 ++ (small) I $65++ (large) Vegetable Crudité w/Roasted Garlic Dip: $35++ (small) I $60++ (large) Fresh Fruit Platter: $35 ++ (small) I $60++ (large) Meatballs w/Choice of BBQ or Ginger Teriyaki Sauce: $35++ Vegetable Spring Rolls w/Sweet Chili Dipping Sauce: $38++ Chicken Quesadillas w/ Pico De Gallo & Sour Cream: $38++ All Beef Hotdogs: $50++ Mini Cheeseburger or Hamburger Sliders: $52++ Mini Pulled Pork BBQ Sliders: $50++ Bone-In Chicken Wings w/ Ranch or Blue Cheese Dipping Sauce & Carrots/Celery: $55++ Chicken Nugget Platter w/ Honey Mustard & BBQ Sauce: $45++ Italian Hoagie Platter: $50++ Mini Chicken Salad Croissants: $40++ House-Made Kettle Chips w/ Ranch Dip: $20++ Roasted Pepper Hummus & Crispy Pita: $27++ Fresh-Baked Cookies: $32++ All Parties will include Water & Lemonade *We are happy to customize any sort of menu for you based on your event needs, so please inquire separately about special food items
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FITNESS WELCOME HANNAH BLEYER Hannah is a NASM CPT and AFAA GFI with over 5 years of experience in the health and fitness industry. She helps her clients with general guidance on basic nutrition strategies, support, and accountability each step of the way, leading them in the direction of a well-balanced lifestyle. She teaches fitness classes in formats such as cardio, strength, core, dance fitness, and water fitness. Hannah has been a dancer since she was a child. She began her fitness career as a part-time Zumba instructor several years ago while working full-time in public libraries. Hannah saw how much joy and camaraderie dancing brought to the participants in her classes, which inspired her to switch careers to the health and fitness industry. Hannah is also a certified fitness coach for individuals with diverse abilities and special needs.
She has a child with autism spectrum disorder. She is very passionate about helping the special needs population through their fitness journey as well as advocating for more inclusivity, support, and accommodation in the Northeast Wake County area. Hannah is originally from New York. She and her husband have 2 children and moved to the Wake Forest area in June of 2019. “Celebrate every win, no matter how small it may be. Because every win is a BIG WIN!” Hannah Bleyer hannah@p413adaptivefitness.com
Happy Spring from your PT, Heather! I hope you are finding this wonderful North Carolina weather enjoyable! Getting outside in the fresh air is good for you in so many ways, and I hope you have been able to do just that. Some of you already know that this is my favorite season. Oh, how I love the flowers blooming and the wildlife being born. Now, I would like to ask you a serious question. When was the last time you stretched your muscles? I mean, really stretched and spent a good duration in a stretch? In all of the training I have had throughout the years, the basic statement about the three components of fitness is that one is never more important than the other two; they are all equal! So what are the three components of fitness? They are cardio training, resistance (weight) training, and stretching! Getting the heart pumping, taxing the muscles, and lengthening the muscles are vital to a healthy body, and a tight muscle is not a healthy muscle.
Have you ever considered doing a stretch routine? For a few reasons, I ask that you do. So what does this do for your body, and why is it so overlooked? Stretching will help prevent injuries. When you work out with tight muscles, you are much more likely to hurt yourself and/or tear muscle fibers. It will also improve flexibility and range of motion and make your workout more doable. Stretching reduces stress and increases blood flow. It calms the mind, decreases tension headaches, heals and/or prevents back pain, and improves posture and balance. What's not to love? When starting a stretching routine, it's good to consult a doctor or a personal trainer. But if you decide to do this on your own, here are some tips to consider: * Don't stretch cold (warm up gently first). * Move slowly (hold each stretch for at least 30 seconds, if not more!) * Don't bounce (ballistic stretching is not a good idea). * Stretch only to your comfort level (not beyond; no pain/no gain does NOT apply). * Be careful not to overdo (just like in every other type of exercise). * Dynamic and static stretches are probably the best to start (PNF and active stretching can also be considered). * Start with 10 minutes of stretching (this can be 5–10 at the beginning and end of each workout). Also, it's always a good time for a stretch, and you don't even have to wait for a workout. Just do some stretching in the morning, at lunchtime to revive, and at bedtime to relax. And welcome to spring! What better time to wake up, stretch, and say, Ahh! Your dedicated friend, Yogi and PT Heather Overington hbailey@ccwakefieldplantation.com
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GROUP FITNESS Group fitness is a great way to get back into the gym with your fellow members and get through a fun and challenging workout together. With a variety of yoga classes to strength we have you covered! All classes are complimentary! Check out the Wakefield website or grab a calendar from the sports club for all days and times! *You do not need to register for classes Total Body Strength with Hannah: Functional strength training utilizing resistance exercises with weights and body weight movements to better equip you to handle feats of strength and athleticism. Improve movement efficiency, coordination, and mobility, and increase lean muscle mass to take on the physiological demands of real-life activities. (Option for all levels) ZUMBA with Hannah: “Party yourself into shape!” This workout, disguised as a dance party, will get you shimmying, shaking, and sweating the hour away to Latin-inspired pop music. Join the party! All levels. Gentle Sunset Yoga with Greg: This yoga class will be comprised of poses that encompass deep stretches, twists, and balance. All levels are encouraged to attend. Directions are given to help individuals reach their edge of strength, flexibility, or mindful movement. Life can be stressful, but this class is oriented to allow people to enjoy their bodies, relax, and release, all while enjoying an occasional laugh. Athletic Strength and Focus with Greg: This is a class that strings together a series of yoga moves to first improve strength, followed by flexibility, and, of course, mental focus. The class objectives can change weekly. I always encourage the attendees to challenge themselves at all stages of the class. Requirements for the class: sense of humor, dedication to finish, and willingness to push themselves to the edge. Don’t forget to drink some water. Slow-Paced Yoga with Greg: Let’s get together and enjoy a morning yoga session outdoors. This class will be a way of awakening your mind, breath, and body. Allowing your mind to focus, your body to stretch, and your breath to flow. Stretch, flex, and strengthen gently. All levels are encouraged to attend. This session will be comprised of sequencing simplistic poses that allow members to enjoy some much-needed time on their yoga mat. * Please bring a mat and water bottle. Get with the Flow Yoga with Heather: A faster-paced yoga practice that moves with a bit more rhythm and the asanas paired with the breath. Modifications are taught and encouraged. * Please bring a mat, preferably a block, and a strap. DE-Manic Monday Yoga with Heather: Restorative yoga is the practice of the long-held asanas and is about slowing down to rest, reset, and rejuvenate the body and mind. A time to observe the breath and connect the mind and body. Suitable for beginners and practitioners of all levels. *Please bring a mat, preferably a block, and a strap. Fitter Faster with Heather: This is a class held outdoors using equipment and body weight to challenge your entire body. This total body workout is a great way to condition for other sports, increase stamina and endurance, stop cellular aging, build muscle strength, and aid in weight loss. We will incorporate intervals and Tabata training. It's fast-paced and fun, but you can work at your own pace. YOGALATIES with Heather: Yogalaties is a type of exercise inspired by yoga and Pilates, as its name suggests. It is said to harness the physical and mental benefits of both practices. It will incorporate yoga postures, gentle movement sequences, breath work, core work, and supportive guided relaxation for increased awareness. All levels are welcomed. Mind over Matter with Heather: Mind Over Matter focuses on awakening witness consciousness—the ability to see ourselves clearly. First, by deepening the relationship to the physical body through the keen sensitivity of the subtle signals it conveys. We will practice breathing techniques to move the energy called prana (life force) and incorporate asanas that promote healing.
Chair Yoga with Greg: This class has been designed to assist people who are not fluid in getting up and down from a yoga mat. The chair provides stability and safety. Often, such classes are dismissed as “easy” or only for people who have mobility options; however, individuals often enjoy a deeper stretch with the aid of the chair. Even with the aid of a chair, participants are still able to enjoy plenty of hip openers, lower body stretches, and shoulder/back stretches. Balance poses are also part of the class. The chair aids individuals in keeping good form while providing a safety aid.
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TENNIS TIME Springtime weather is right around the corner and we are now entering some of the busiest months of the year around the tennis and pickleball courts! USTA and the Carolina pickleball Association league matches will be starting very soon as well as five socials, and we will be nonstop until the end of fall. Now is the time to start going through your checklist before league play starts; restring rackets, regrip paddles/rackets, make sure your bags are packed and ready to go! We look forward to seeing more of our players back on the courts and hope to meet some new tennis and/or pickleball members! This year in March, we will be having our fourth annual ladies “Spring Try Tennis” on two different days. We will be offering a nighttime option as well as a morning option. The night clinic will be Wednesday, March 6th and the morning session will be Friday, March 8th. If you have never played tennis before or it has been years since you picked up a racquet, try tennis is the place for you. This one-hour clinic is FREE to all that attend and is designed for those that are new to the game or would like to give it a try for the first time. To register, please sign up on the Wakefield event calendar.
In the first two weeks of April, we will have two exciting events! On Wednesday, April 10th, we will have our 2.5 Ladies Social, and on Saturday, April 13th, we will have our first Pickle and Putt event of the year! At the end of April, we will have one of our biggest events on the calendar: the Mixed Doubles Tennis Club Championship. I know myself and the Tennis/Pickleball Staff is looking forward to the summer months for the better weather and the summer camps to start up! If you are interested in learning more about the events and all things Tennis/Pickleball, please stop by the shop so we can get you included in! Many thanks, Davis Humphries I Assistant Director of Tennis
CLINIC PRICING
30 Minutes
$10
1 Hour
$18
90 Minutes
$25
2 Hours
$32
TENNIS & PICKLEBALL SCHEDULE Monday High Performance 4:30 - 6:30 PM Ladies’ 3.5+ Clinic 6:30 - 7:30 PM Adult Beginner/Intermediate 6:30 - 7:30 PM Pickleball Clinic Tuesday Ladies’ 2.5 Clinic 9:30 - 10:30 AM Tennis Tots | Ages: 3-7 4:30 - 5:00 PM High Performance 4:30 - 6:30 PM Jr. Development | Ages 8-14 5:00 - 6:30 PM Cardio Tennis (3.5+) 6:30 - 7:30 PM 2.5 Ladies’ Clinic 6:30 - 7:30 PM Wednesday Ladies’ 3.0-3.5 Clinic 10:00 - 11:00 AM High Performance 6:30 - 7:30 PM Ladies’ 3.0/3.5 Clinic 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Kyle Thortsen Hour: $70 Half Hour: $45
Thursday Tennis Tots | Ages 3-7 4:30 - 5:00 PM Jr. Development | Ages 8-14 5:00 - 6:30 PM WP Men’s Clinic 6:30 - 7:30 PM Pickleball Dinks and Drinks 6:30 - 8:00 PM
Davis Humphries Hour: $65 Half Hour: $42
Friday Ladies’ 3.0/3.5 Clinic 9:00 - 10:00 AM Ladies’ Adult Beginner Clinic 10:00 - 11:00 AM
PRIVATE LESSON PRICING
Corey Oliphant Hour: $60 Half Hour: $40 Rod Andrew Hour: $60 Half Hour: $40 AT THE TURN
Saturday Cardio and Games (2.5+) 9:00 - 10:00 AM Sunday Cardio and Games (2.5+) 9:00 - 10:00 AM Adult Intermediate-Advanced 12:00-1:00 PM Pickleball Clinic
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TEE IT UP IMPROVE YOUR GAME: WHAT DO YOU NOTICE ABOUT THEIR RIGHT FOOT? I can imagine you must be thinking, “Why is he talking about their right foot?” Let me explain. Often, a player’s right foot will be well off the ground long before they get to impact . This is due to many factors, but mainly because rotation in the downswing has started before we take time to start moving forward. Keep in mind, a golf swing is a turn, a shift, and a turn. You turn to your trail side in your backswing (your trail glute actually gets closer to the target), you then shift SLIGHTLY to the target, and then turn towards the target in the downswing and follow through. Rotating to soon in the downswing will cause the club to ‘kick out’ and over the proper swing path... likely causing a slice. If you tend to slice most of your shots, try this the next time you are on the range. As you begin your downswing, make your inside ankle on your trail foot shift slightly towards the target, forcing your weight to move towards your target side foot. The club will likely drop more to the inside and allow you to hit the ball with more force and much straighter. For more help with your swing, contact me at rbrooks@ccwakefieldplantation.com and I promise I can show you how to never hit another slice.
Tiger Woods
Adam Scott
Rory McIlroy
NEW EVENT FOR 2024 I MASTERS PRO MEMBER-MEMBER
LADIES AZALEA
Saturday, April 13th I Starting Time: 9:00 AM Shotgun Entries Open: Wednesday, February 28th at 8:00 AM Entries Close: Wednesday, April 10th at 5:00 PM
Day and Date: Friday, April 19th and Saturday, April 20th Starting Time: Friday 12:30 PM Shotgun - Saturday 9:00 AM shotgun
Format #1 - 18 Hole 2-person best ball gross and best ball net. Two separate divisions. Format #2 – 18 Hole 2-person best ball net, plus Masters participant score for the third round (The two formats are two different tournaments with separate payouts) On Saturday morning, teams will select the Masters participant they feel will shoot the lowest score for the THIRD round of the 2024 Masters and add his score to their net score – lowest combined score wins!) Teams: May consist of 2 full golf members, a member and a spouse, or 2 spouses.
Invitations will be emailed on Thursday, February 22nd Format Friday = 4-person Shamble (Texas Scramble) Saturday = 4-person Stroke play (2 Best balls) We will award trophies to the Top Gross team and the top 2 Net teams in each flight. Eligibility: Female members and female spouses. Teams may consist of one member and three guests, or 2 members and 2 guests. Dependent children are not allowed to participate as member or a guest. All participants must be over the age of 21. Entry Fee: $225 per person. Entry fee includes lunch and dinner on Friday, breakfast and lunch on Saturday, player gifts, tournament trophies, and golf shop credit.
Eligibility: All members and their spouses. Dependent children are not eligible for participation. Entry Fee: $80 per person. Entry fee includes Masters style lunch, trophies, player gifts, and golf shop credit. Cart fees are not included.
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2024 TOURANMENT SCHEDULE Listed below is the 2024 Tournament Schedule. We have made some slight adjustments and additions to the tournament schedule for this year, but nothing too dramatic. The most notable is separating the Men’s Division from the Annual Member-Member, as well as separating the Senior Men’s Championship into its own event. We also added an event for The Masters Week we think you will enjoy. We are also working on a weekend match-play-style event for early November, but we are still working on the details. Watch for more details in the next newsletter. If you still have questions or concerns about the club’s tournament schedule, please do not hesitate to email me at rbrooks@ccwakefieldplantation.com. March 16
Cabin Fever Tournament
March18-19
Greens Aerification
April 13 April 19-20 April 26
Masters Pro Member/Member Azalea Invitational (Ladies Member-Guest) Couples Golf
May 16-18 May 27 May 31
Tuscarora Men’s Member-Guest Memorial Day Points Tournament Couples Golf
June 6-8 June 10-13 June 28
Tuscarora Men’s Member-Guest Greens Aerification Couples Golf
July 4 July 12 July 27 -28
Independence Day Tournament Couples Golf Senior Club Championship
August 3-4 August 9 August 17-18 August 19-20
Junior Club Championship Couples Golf Men’s & Women’s Club Championship Greens Aerification
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September 2
Labor Day Tournament
September 6 September 12-14
Couples Golf Bob Bidwell Senior Member Guest
October 1 October 5-6 October 14 October 25 October 19–20
WE CARE Charity Golf Tournament Men’s Member-Member Frankie Lemmon Charity Tournament Couples Golf Senior & Women’s Member-Member
November 29
Turkey Trot
Junior Golf Program June 25-28 July 16-19 July/Aug 30-2
Summer Junior Fundamental Golf Camp Summer Junior Fundamental Golf Camp Operation 36 Junior Camp
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TEE IT UP GREENS AERIFICATION Aerification! There’s that word no one likes. Golfers despise it because it disrupts the putting surface, and the maintenance staff cringes because of the backbreaking work. But aerification is the very core of quality putting surfaces and a successful greens program, so let’s take a look at some of the benefits. Here at Wakefield Plantation, greens aerification is performed three times a year. Our normal schedule is 1/2-inch holes in early March, 3/8-inch holes in early June and 1/4-inch holes in late August. Each time we core aerify we are removing thatch and allowing the greens to exchange carbon dioxide and other gases for oxygen. Thatch is a layer of undecomposed and partially decomposed roots and stems located in the top 1 inch beneath the surface of the green. Healthy roots need oxygen to grow and function properly. If thatch is not controlled, the greens would become soft and spongy, and this organic layer would eventually seal off the surface of the green. When this happens, too much water is retained in this layer, which therefore deprives the roots of proper amounts of oxygen. Each year, we take soil samples from our greens and have an independent lab test them to determine the percentage of organic matter. We then use this information to help develop our aerification and topdressing program for the next year. In the summer, you will also see us punch the greens with a small, solid tine and not remove a core. This is done during periods of high heat and humidity coupled with too much rainfall. When the combination of these three conditions comes together for extended periods, the greens need quick relief. Therefore, during the summer, we implement solid tine as needed to help the upper root zone stay dry and to enhance oxygen flow. The core aerification process is a necessary evil that no one enjoys. Golfers have to putt over holes for several weeks, and it creates more work for golf course maintenance. But aerification provides air to the roots, helps keep the surfaces dry and firm, and gives us the opportunity to provide you with tournament-quality putting surfaces throughout the year. Todd Lawrence, Director of Golf Course Maintenance
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MCCONNELL GOLF NEWS
M SERIES ANNIVERSARY COLLECTION WINE NOW AVAILABLE AT OUR N.C. PROPERTIES
2024 ACC WOMEN’S GOLF CHAMPIONSHIP I APRIL 18 - 21
Experience our latest M Signature Series wine from Monticello Vineyard’s red wine library selection, Napa Valley 2006. This unique blend of 54% Cabernet Franc, 35% Merlot and 11% Cabernet Sauvignon is truly special to the palate. Ask about this blend next time you visit the club!
For the first time in club history, Porters Neck Country Club will be the proud host of this year’s ACC Women’s Golf Championship. For tournament information and the schedule of events, visit www.bit.ly/ACC-Womens-Championship.
VISIT KNOXVILLE OPEN I MAY 20 - 26
UNC HEALTH CHAMPIONSHIP I MAY 30 - JUNE 2
The Korn Ferry Tour's Visit Knoxville Open returns to Holston Hills Country Club in 2024. Holston Hills enjoys a rich history on its classic Donald Ross golf course and is one of four remaining original Korn Ferry Tour events. The course is currently ranked No. 5 on Golf Digest’s list of the best golf courses in Tennessee. It is also consistently ranked among the country’s top 100 by Golf Magazine and within the top 100 classical golf courses by Golfweek Magazine. For tournament and volunteer information, visit www.visitknoxopen.com.
After a name change and its debut at Raleigh Country Club last year, the Korn Ferry Tour’s UNC Health Championship returns to Donald Ross’ final golf course design. Raleigh’s course is currently ranked No. 27 on Golf Digest’s list of the best golf courses in North Carolina. The UNC Health Championship is the Korn Ferry Tour’s only stop in North Carolina and is the second leg of back-to-back Korn Ferry Tour events at McConnell Golf properties. For tournament and volunteer information, visit www.unchealthchampionship.com.
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March MONDAY
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Breaker Bar Season Opener Wine Tasting
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30
Spring Break Camp
Spring Break Camp
Spring Break Camp
Spring Break Camp
Spring Break Camp
Easter EGGStravaganza
24
31 Easter Brunch
April MONDAY
1
8
15
22
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
2
3
4
5
Taco Tuesday
Wing Wednesday
Trivia Thursday
Fish & Chips Friday
9
10
11
12
Taco Tuesday
Wing Wednesday
Trivia Thursday
Fish & Chips Friday
16
17
18
19
Taco Tuesday
Wing Wednesday
Post Masters Wine Tasting Trivia Thursday
Fish & Chips Friday
SATURDAY
6
13
21
28
24
25
26
27
Wing Wednesday Wine & Design
Trivia Thursday
Fish & Chips Friday
Tween Event
30 Taco Tuesday
14
20
23
29
7
Kids Night Out
Taco Tuesday
Sunday Funday
SUNDAY
The CC at Wakefield Plantation 2201 Wakefield Plantation Drive Raleigh, NC 27614