August Lifestyle 2023

The Admissions Committee welcomes comments from the BCC membership regarding any of the foregoing candidates. All communication with the Admissions Committee is held in strict confidence. The current members of the Admissions Committee and their contact information are as follows:

WELCOME TO THE CLUB!

New member bios can be viewed on our website or app under Membership.

PROPOSED FOR MEMBERSHIP

The following prospective members were posted for membership in the Club since the July 11, 2023 meeting of the Admissions Committee. See the most updated list on the Current Proposed Members page under Membership on the website or the app.

Proposed Proposer

Mr. John D. Baker III

Mr. George C. Bradford

Mrs. Kristie C. Bradford

Mr. Sherrod H. C. Davis

Mrs. Kimberly C. Davis

Mrs. Kay Daue

Mr. David H. deVilliers, Jr.

Mr. Jeffrey E. Gordon

Mr. Jeffrey E. Gordon

Mr. Kyle A. James

Mr. Kyle A. James

Mr. Raymond C. Daue, Jr.

BYLAWS RESOLUTION RULES & REGULATIONS

Article I: General Rules

Section 7. Prohibition of Legalized Cannabis

The use, possession, smoking, vaporizing, ingestion, or consumption of legalized cannabis, including both recreational and medical forms on Club premises is strictly prohibited. This applies to all areas, including indoor and outdoor facilities, parking lots, vehicles, and event functions operated by the Club. This rule has been established in alignment with Baltimore Country Club’s standards of conduct and in compliance with federal regulations. Violation of this policy may result in disciplinary action, including referral to the Traditions Committee and Board of Governors to take such action as deemed necessary.

Proposed Proposer

Mr. Michael D. Drusano

Mrs. Marybeth E. Drusano

Mr. Christopher W. Schutz

Mrs. Elizabeth M. Schutz

Mrs. Christina G. Smith

Mr. W. Kyle Gore

Mr. W. Kyle Gore

Mr. Matthew R. Bregel

Mr. Matthew R. Bregel

Mr. Alexander F. Smith

The Baltimore Country Club website (bcc1898.com) is getting a fresh, new look. Stay-tuned for more information!

Dr. Nicolas G. Habib Mrs. Tania N. Habib

Mr. David M. Martin Mrs. Sandra Martin

A LETTER FROM YOUR CLUB PRESIDENT

Dear Members,

I wanted to take this opportunity to provide a mid-year update on the Club, inform you about initiatives the Board of Governors and our committees are working on, and share our continued focus and priorities for the future. These are very exciting times for Baltimore Country Club, despite the challenges faced by the world over the last three years. The club industry as a whole has seen an incredible resurgence in membership and utilization. As a broad trend, the club industry is thriving, yet some clubs are enjoying a higher level of success.

double the pre-COVID totals. Further, our food and beverage pricing strategies reward members for using the Club's amenities. The goal was to create a “wow” factor, and we can agree that goal was achieved. In this 125th year, we are setting records for the Club as we celebrate this incredible anniversary.

Now some thoughts on our priorities. The Lifestyle Facilities Master Plan was a pillar of a strategic plan created in 2014, and we decided that the overall plan needed to be refreshed. We firmly believe that having a guiding vision for BCC will help us continue on our journey to pursuing our highest potential. We will be releasing our updated Strategic Plan to the membership very soon, and my intent in this letter is to explain our process, framework, and priorities in summary.

The main differentiators between good and great clubs are capital projects and investments to expand member amenities. Nowhere is that more evident than at BCC. The successful renovation of our Five Farms clubhouse is firm evidence of how a capital project can transform a club. Each month, BCC sets records for member usage. Our À la Carte dining numbers are approaching

The Board started by identifying five Strategic Anchors that define excellence in club operations, establishing what distinguishes a great club. These anchors will serve as guiding principles for each area, acting as a North Star for the current Board and future Boards. Within each anchor, the Board will identify a priority that will define a successful year of governance.

The Board recently met for a day and a half to establish goals for each of these anchors. One example of a goal achieved in the last year was creating and executing a dramatically improved Board Member Onboarding process. The Board meets 12 times

a year, three new members joined the Board in May, so we made sure they were well-educated and informed so they could make immediate contributions, and I am very happy to report they are making a difference.

When you read the Strategic Plan, we would also like you to be well-informed. We have an incredible membership, and we want you to continue to know where we are and where we are going. We will pursue our potential together, and your input becomes an important element of progress. I have a colleague who believes that getting started is half the battle. Inside that thought is a truth about BCC—we are well on our way.

Thanks to each of you for your dedication to Baltimore Country Club. With an impressive 125-year legacy behind us, we are committed to making the next 125 years equally exceptional and memorable.

Thomas E. Carroll President, Board of Governors

5 STRATEGIC ANCHORS

EXCEPTIONAL MEMBER EXPERIENCE

Great clubs remain laser-focused on prioritizing value and memories for each member visit. In this anchor lies our Simple Truth: Great People Make Favorite Places.

PEOPLE STRATEGY

Great clubs attract and retain dedicated and talented staff. The demands of the industry pose significant headwinds, and we want our team to have the tools and resources necessary to attract, develop, and retain incredible team members.

FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY

Great clubs get the money right. They budget their operating costs rigorously and sufficiently to ensure value for the membership. We maintain an amenity pricing model such that coming to the Club and opening a menu should be a pleasant experience. Further, great clubs fund their capital needs in two important areas: maintenance of what we own and funding what we want to build.

EXCELLENCE IN FACILITIES/AMENITIES

Great clubs invest in their facilities. They analyze member usage trends and add offerings to bring our members to the Club for various reasons. The Lifestyle Facilities Master Plan showed us what is possible, and Phase 1 validated the premise that “if you build it, they will come.” Phase 2 planning is well underway, and we will be following the same approach as we did for Phase 1, giving our members ample opportunity to see the plans and offer suggestions prior to starting the project.

GOVERNING THE CLUB

The best clubs are both well-governed and well-run. Understanding and respecting the difference between them is critical. With a club of our size, we have an unlimited wealth of talent. We want our members to get involved and help shape the Club’s future. This structure has worked for 125 years and will continue to secure our future.

Board of Governors (left to right): Jonathan H. Beard, Paul D. McKinnell, Mason M. Champion, Jennifer B. Speargas, Ashley D. Giese, Hugh W. Mohler, Jr. (Treasurer), Thomas E. Carroll (President), S. Gale Woods (Vice President), Elizabeth R. Sieck (Secretary), J. Francis Cannon, Raymond C. Daue, Jr., Christopher W. Oven

At Baltimore Country Club, we are continually striving to enhance the member experience and ensure your utmost satisfaction as members. In 2021, we introduced HUMM, a digital live feedback platform, to gather feedback on your dining, golf, and racquets experiences. While HUMM proved valuable in collecting feedback, it fell short of offering a comprehensive program to gather actionable data on your overall BCC membership experience. For this reason, we have parted ways with HUMM, and are excited to announce the implementation of our new member experience management system Happometer.

Our Simple Truth is Great People Make Favorite Places. We firmly believe that your active

participation and honest feedback will play a significant role in ensuring BCC is your favorite place. Your input is crucial in helping us shape and enhance our offerings.

If you have any questions or feedback regarding Happometer or our member experience surveys, please contact Director of Member Experience Abby Michael at mmichael@bcc1898.com.

Thank you for your continued support and active participation in shaping the future of Baltimore Country Club. We look forward to receiving your valuable feedback through Happometer and continuing to provide exceptional experiences for you and your fellow members.

WHY HAPPOMETER?

REAL-TIME FEEDBACK

Happometer allows us to request feedback from you immediately following each interaction at the Club. Whether you've enjoyed a round of golf, utilized our fitness amenities, engaged in racquet sports, dined in À la Carte, or attended one of our memorable events, we want to hear about your experiences in real-time. We value your feedback across these diverse areas, as it allows us to identify areas of improvement.

STAFF RECOGNITION

Happometer provides an opportunity to recognize our staff for their exceptional service. If a staff member is mentioned positively in the surveys, we will acknowledge their outstanding efforts. This recognition aims to motivate our dedicated staff to continue exceeding your expectations.

FREQUENCY CONTROL

HONEST FEEDBACK

We truly value your honesty and transparency. Your insights will help us better understand your needs, preferences, and concerns, enabling us to address them effectively. We encourage you to provide detailed feedback.

Happometer's algorithm manages survey frequency to prevent survey fatigue, ensuring you never feel overwhelmed by excessive survey requests.

EMAIL SURVEYS

Surveys will be conveniently sent to you via email, chosen as the method to ensure a seamless and user-friendly experience. Accessing the survey link within the email makes it effortless for you to provide feedback. Each survey is designed to require only a few moments of your time.

AUGUST SPECIALS

Make

FISHERMAN'S FEAST

Wednesday, August 2 5:00pm-9:00pm

Everything's better under the sea.

LIVE MUSIC

Saturday, August 5

Saturday, August 26 5:00pm-9:00pm

Enjoy live music while you dine in À la Carte.

PIZZA NIGHT

Wednesday, August 9 5:00pm-9:00pm

Happiness is a slice of pizza in each hand!

BCC CHOPHOUSE

Thursday, August 17 5:00pm-9:00pm

Featuring a mouthwatering selection of prime steak cuts.

End-of-Summer POOL HOURS

UPCOMING CLUB EVENTS

 Adult Events  Family Events  Children's Events Featured Events

RSVP: Club Calendar • Cancellation policy applies unless stated otherwise • *Complimentary for children under 4

AUGUST

 UNCORKED: BELLO IMPORTS

Five Farms • 6:30pm

$75++ per Person

(Featuring wine tastings & three-course plated dinner)

Additional Beverages by Chit; Country Club Casual

 BCC SUMMER CAMP: WEEK 4

Five Farms Pool Complex • 9:00am-4:00pm

Members $325/Week | Guests $375/Week

Golf or Tennis $150 Each | Before or After Care $20 per Day

Ages 4-12 (Must be potty-trained)

100% Payment Due Before Child Begins Camp;

50% Non-refundable; Dress Code: Country Club Casual; Bring Your Own Water Bottle & Sunscreen

 FRIDAY NIGHT POOL PARTY

Five Farms Pool Complex • 6:00pm-9:00pm

Theme: Gold Rush

Adults $35++ | Children (4-12) $20++*

Reservations Not Required; Billed Upon Check-In for Buffet; Sole Dining at the Pool; Beverages by Chit; Pool Attire

 BCC SUMMER CAMP: WEEK 5

Five Farms Pool Complex • 9:00am-4:00pm

See August 7 for details

 TRIVIA NIGHT

Five Farms • 6:00pm-9:00pm

$50++ per Person (Includes dinner & glass of wine)

Reservations Required; Pre-order Dinner When Making Your Reservation; 10 Players Maximum per Team; Cocktails by Chit; Country Club Casual

 POOLSIDE PIZZERIA

Five Farms Pool Complex • 5:00pm-9:00pm

Adults $22++ | Children (4-12) $15++*

(Includes pizza, salad, & sundae station)

Reservations Not Required; Billed Upon Check-In for Buffet; Sole Dining at the Pool; Beverages by Chit; Pool Attire

 DRIVE-IN MOVIE NIGHT

Five Farms Driving Range • 8:00pm

Movie Begins at 8:30pm

Movie: The Super Mario Bros. Movie

$15++ per Person (Includes Popcorn & Soft Beverage)

Golf Carts are First Come, First Served; Additional Beverages & Concessions by Chit; Country Club Casual

SEPTEMBER

 FRIDAY NIGHT POOL PARTY

Five Farms Pool Complex • 5:30pm-8:30pm

Theme: Hawaiian Luau

Adults $35++ | Children (4-12) $20++*

Reservations Not Required; Billed Upon Check-In for Buffet; Sole Dining at the Pool; Beverages by Chit; Pool Attire

 LABOR DAY AT THE POOL

Five Farms Pool Complex • 10:00am-8:00pm Buffet Opens at 11:00am

Adults $35++ | Children (4-12) $20++*

Reservations Not Required; Billed Upon Check-In for Buffet; Guests Not Permitted; Sole Dining at the Pool; Beverages by Chit; Pool Attire

 UNCORKED: BORDEAUX

Five Farms • 6:30pm

$90++ per Person

(Featuring wine tastings & three-course plated dinner) Additional Beverages by Chit; Country Club Casual

 TRIVIA NIGHT

Five Farms • 6:00pm-9:00pm

$50++ per Person (Includes dinner & glass of wine)

Reservations Required; Pre-order Dinner When Making Your Reservation; 10 Players Maximum per Team; Cocktails by Chit; Country Club Casual

 FALL PLANTER'S WORKSHOP

Five Farms • 10:00am or 1:00pm

$150++ with Pots Provided | $85++ Bring Your Own Pots (All supplies included)

Registration Deadline: September 14; 100% Non-refundable after registration deadline; Pots measure 16", 12", & 9"

 OKTOBERFEST

Five Farms • 4:00pm

Join us for a live polka band, activities, German cuisine, & the finest brews. Prost!

$85++ per Person (Includes Select Beer)

Ages 21+; Beverages by Chit; Country Club Casual

 DOGGY DIP on page 5

OCTOBER

UNCORKED: SPANISH WINES

Five Farms • 6:30pm

$75++ per Person

(Featuring wine tastings & three-course plated dinner)

Additional Beverages by Chit; Country Club Casual  TRIVIA NIGHT

Five Farms • 6:00pm-9:00pm

$50++ per Person (Includes dinner & glass of wine) Reservations Required; Pre-order Dinner When Making Your Reservation; 10 Players Maximum per Team; Cocktails by Chit; Country Club Casual

125TH ANNIVERSARY BLACK TIE GALA

Roland Park • 6:00pm-11:00pm

$250++ per Person

Registration Opens 8/1 at 9:00am; 100% Non-Refundable; Combined Seating; Limited Spots Available; Guests Not Permitted; Ages 21+



CARVING & COCKTAILS

Five Farms • 8:00pm

$25++ per Person (Includes one cocktail)

Create an À la Carte Reservation Before the Event; Ages 21+; Additional Cocktails by Chit; Country Club Casual

 BOO BASH

Five Farms • 2:00pm-6:00pm

It's spooky season! Join us for a fun-filled day of hay rides, trick-or-treating, a petting zoo, and more!

Adults $55++ | Children (4-12) $38++ | Children (2-3) $25++

Complimentary for Children Under 2 (Includes food stations & kids buffet)

Bring Your Own Trick-or-Treat Pail; Cocktails by Chit; Country Club Casual (Halloween Costumes Encouraged!)

CLUB EVENT REGISTRATION SCHEDULE

Club event registration opens three months in advance unless otherwise stated

Registration for some of our popular holiday events opens sooner than you think! Don't miss out on registering for your holiday traditions.

WREATH MAKING

Tuesday, November 21

Member registration opens

Friday, September 1 at 9:00am

Guest registration opens Sunday, October 1

Stay-tuned for more details

WREATH DECORATING

Tuesday, November 28

Wednesday, November 29

Member registration opens Friday, September 1 at 9:00am

Guest registration opens Sunday, October 1

Stay-tuned for more details

34TH ANNUAL FASHION SHOW

Friday, December 1

Registration opens Tuesday, September 19 at 9:00am

Stay-tuned for more details

BALTIMORE Country Club was founded on January 13, 1898, at its Roland Park location. The original purpose of Baltimore Country Club was to attract potential home buyers to Roland Park, the first planned garden community in America. The Roland Park Company, which developed the area, constructed Maryland's first 18-hole golf course. The developers decided the community needed a comfortable gathering place for social and recreational activity with first-class accommodations. The Roland Park Company chose a wooded plateau overlooking the course to

build the first clubhouse. On June 4, 1898, the clubhouse opened and served as the focal point for the gracious entertainment of members and their guests.

The Club was a success from the start, with 600 members enjoying its 150-acre facility less than five miles from downtown Baltimore. Just one year after opening, the Club gained immediate recognition in the golf world by hosting the fifth United States Open Championship, won by Willie Smith of Scotland. By the 1920s, the decision was made to acquire land to the north of the city and expand the popular golfing amenities to a second location. The East Course at Five Farms, designed by A. W. Tillinghast, officially opened in September 1926 and was instantly recognized as a masterpiece of golf course architecture.

In October 1930, the Roland Park clubhouse sustained fire damage; prior to completing repairs, it was virtually destroyed by a second fire on January 5, 1931. The new “in-town” Clubhouse was formally opened on April 1, 1932. The fine Federal-style detailing of the Georgian Room, the paneling and black Belgian marble of the foyer, and the rough stone and pine of the Grille remain practically unchanged to this date. The duckpin bowling lanes were built in 1932 and remain in use today. During the late ’30s and early ’40s, the grass tennis courts at Roland Park were selected by the

...a comfortable gathering place for social and recreational activity with first-class accommodations.

The original Roland Park clubhouse

A typical Saturday night dance in the Main Lounge at Roland Park

Centennial year dinner and dance

National Lawn Tennis Association to host the qualifying rounds for the Davis Cup matches. Teams from Australia, Cuba, Japan, Mexico, Spain, and the United States participated. The Roland Park Golf Course was officially closed in 1962 when all of the property on the west side of Falls Road was sold. That same year, the West Course at Five Farms opened. Two years later, the stately Olivier Mansion, which served as the original Five Farms clubhouse, was demolished and replaced with a new building.

Squash courts, now international, were added to the Roland Park facility in 1963. The Club continues to host professional squash tournaments that draw participants worldwide. The Club expanded its racquets program and added paddle tennis courts to the Roland Park campus in 1976. The Club’s swim complex was first built circa 1960. Renovations began some thirty years later, and the current facility, consisting of three independent pools, opened at Five Farms in 1996. New tennis courts, also at Five Farms, debuted in 2007.

included expanded indoor and outdoor dining, a spacious courtyard, and a rooftop terrace.

Over the past 125 years, Baltimore Country Club has been a favorite place for thousands of people and host to numerous tournaments and social events. As we embark on another 125 years and counting, join us as we celebrate the past, present, and future of Baltimore Country Club at the place where it all began at our 125th Anniversary Gala on Saturday, October 21 at the Roland Park clubhouse.

In September 2022, the Club unveiled Phase 1 of its Lifestyle Facilities Master Plan—an $18 million Five Farms clubhouse renovation. The renovation

ANNIVERSARY Gala

Black

...Baltimore Country Club has been a favorite place for thousands of people and host to numerous tournaments and social events.

Five Farms clubhouse Grand Reopening Ceremony

FITNESS & WELLNESS TIPS

CHILL OUT ON THE MAT: Yoga Tips to Stay Cool

By Rebecca Printen, Yoga Therapist

Our yoga practice needs to change with the seasons. In the hot summer months, we balance the heat with postures that cool and calm the body.

• CHILD'S POSE

Begin with child's pose. From your hands and knees, pull your hips back toward your heels into a comfortable position. Arms come next to the body, relaxed and heavy. Your forehead rests on the mat or a rolled-up blanket. Breathe and expand the back body as you release into the cool earth.

• CAT/COW

Next, try the cat/cow sequence. From your hands and knees, inhale and gently bring the chest forward as the tailbone tips up. Exhale and round the back as the chin tucks in and breathe to expand the back ribs. Do this a few times while feeling the cool earth under your fingertips.

• SHAVASANA

Lie on your belly for Shavasana (rest pose). Traditionally, this is done lying on the back, but in summer, lying on the belly and feeling the coolness of the earth can release heat.

• DRINK PLENTY OF WATER

Add a squeeze of lime to your water for a cooling effect. Avoid lemon in the summer because of its heating qualities.

LET’S TALK FAT LOSS

By Jessica Taylorson, Personal Coach

If you are trying to lose weight through diet alone, you could be losing muscle mass instead of fat. This can slow down your metabolism. Two ways to lose fat and prevent loss of muscle mass are incorporating lifting weights and making sure you are eating enough protein. Here's a helpful tip to calculate how many grams of protein you need daily (for the average person): multiply your weight in pounds by 0.36.

If you need help starting a program to achieve fat loss and add lean muscle, please reach out to Jessica at jtaylorson@bcc1898.com.

GROUP EXERCISE SCHEDULE

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CLASS DESCRIPTIONS

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REFORMER PILATES 101

By Meredith Lull, Reformer Pilates Instructor

WHAT IS REFORMER PILATES?

Reformer Pilates is a type of Pilates that involves the use of a specialized apparatus called a Pilates reformer. The Pilates reformer is a machine that consists of a sliding carriage with straps, springs, and pulleys that are used to create resistance and support the body during exercise.

WHAT DOES REFORMER PILATES TARGET?

In Reformer Pilates, a series of low-impact exercises are performed on the reformer to improve flexibility, strength, balance, and coordination. The exercises are designed to target specific muscle groups, with an emphasis on the core muscles of the body.

WHO CAN PARTICIPATE?

Reformer Pilates can be practiced by people of all fitness levels, from beginners to advanced practitioners. It is often used as a form of rehabilitation for people recovering from injuries or as a complement to other forms of exercise, such as running or weightlifting. The controlled movements and emphasis on proper form make it a popular choice among people who want a challenging workout that is gentle on their joints.

Visit our BCC website under Fitness to find Reformer Pilates classes on our Group Exercise schedule. To learn more about private Reformer Pilates sessions, please contact Meredith at mlull@bcc1898.com.

THE BENEFITS OF REFORMER PILATES

▶ IMPROVED MIND-BODY CONNECTION

Pilates reformer requires a high level of focus and concentration, which can help improve your mind-body connection, and ultimately improve your overall well-being and reduce stress and anxiety.

▶ FULL-BODY WORKOUT

The Pilates reformer offers a fullbody workout that targets multiple muscle groups at once. This can help to improve your overall fitness and strength, while also providing a challenging and engaging workout.

▶ IMPROVED CORE STRENGTH

The Pilates reformer is designed to target the core muscles of the body, including the abdominal, lower back, and pelvic floor muscles. By using the reformer, you can improve your core strength, which can help to improve your posture, balance, and stability.

▶ INCREASED FLEXIBILITY

The reformer allows you to perform a wide range of exercises that can help improve your flexibility. By using the straps and pulleys, you can stretch your muscles in a controlled and safe manner, which can help prevent injuries and improve your range of motion.

LOW-IMPACT EXERCISE

Unlike some other forms of exercise, Reformer Pilates is a low-impact activity that is gentle on your joints. This makes it a popular choice for people who want to exercise without putting too much stress on their bodies.

REHABILITATION

Reformer Pilates is often used as a form of rehabilitation for people recovering from injuries or surgery. Controlled movements and emphasis on proper form can help to strengthen the muscles around the injured area, which can aid in the recovery process.

Celebrating the

Join us in celebrating the champions of our thrilling golf tournaments and championships. Amidst cheers and camaraderie, witness your fellow members showcase their skill and determination on the greens. A display of talent, sportsmanship, and dedication awaits as we honor our winners, fostering a sense of pride and community within our Club.

SUSAN KELLY SENIOR CHAMPIONSHIP

Wednesday, June 7

JUNIOR CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP

Saturday, June 10

AGE DIVISION WINNERS

Junior Match Play Championship Qualifiers

Boys & Girls 14-17

Tommy Sharps, Matt Sola, Owen McKinnell, Matthew Guy, Julianna Ishii, Ashby McGill

Overall Champion

Ilene Garten

8th Straight Win!

JUNIOR EASTERN CHALLENGE

Wednesday, June 28 & Thursday, June 29

Girls 12-13

Abigail Martin

Boys 9-11

Walker Carroll

Boys 12-13 Ben McWilliams

Third Place: Team BCC

Congratulations to Julianna Ishii! She tied for second place low gross for the overall tournament.

Boys 6-8

Brooks Lindsay

Girls 6-8

Emery Schmidt

Girls 9-11

Caroline Bradford

Boys 3-5 Jack Waldner

SAVE THE DATE

Junior Match Play Championship

Saturday, September 23 & Sunday, September 24

Pictured left to right: Ashby McGill, Juliana Ishii, Gavin Root, Charlie Miller, Matthew Guy, Andrew Dripps

LGA 9-HOLE MEMBER-GUEST

THEME: CELEBRATING 125 YEARS IN MARYLAND

Tuesday, June 13

66 TH ANNUAL GENTLEMEN'S MEMBER-GUEST INVITATIONAL

Thursday, June 15-Saturday, June 17

Overall

Senior

Super

GENTLEMEN’S SENIOR CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP

Saturday, July 15 & Sunday, July 16

West Back 9 First Net Julie Gillespie, Nichole Taylor, Kara Ihle, Judy Greenstein

East Front 9 First Net Vicky Compton, Tina DeRose, Mary Briggs, Helena Ilardo

Champions Jeffrey DePinho & Jerry Erdman

Champions Mark Huston & Bob Wineholt

Senior Champions John Long & Gary Giesel

West Front 9 First Net Barbara Antonides, Chris Lawlor, Donna Easton, Judy Jones

Overall & Baskerville Cup

Gross Champion Bob Kaestner

Overall Runner-Up & 18-Hole 55-59

Gross Champion Hugh W. Mohler, Jr.

Romans Cup Back-to-Back Gross Champion Van Strakes

Romans Cup Net Champion Bob Shriver

Baskerville Cup Net Champion Garrett Pfeifer

18 Hole 55-59 Net Champion Brian Gracie

GREENKEEPER’S UPDATE

Now is a critical time for divot repair on fairways and bentgrass tees, and everyone can play an important role in taking care of the Club's courses. Once a divot is taken, if it is intact and soil remains attached, it will most likely survive when placed back and tamped back in place. Please follow the Golden Rule for Divot Recovery: A divot that is large enough for the golfer to replace should be replaced. Every divot that is not replaced has no chance of survival. The lesser option and least desirable is if the divot is destroyed and can’t be replaced, fill the divot with the seed/soil mix on the carts (including push carts) and tamp down with your foot so the mix is level with the surrounding area. Since summer is the most difficult season to grow grass from seed, divot recovery with the seed can take weeks to months to heal, as evidenced by a 2021 USGA bentgrass divot recovery study completed at Lehigh Country Club in Allentown, PA in 2021. With the hot summer months, we are seeing the benefits of the bermudagrass

coming to life following the unseasonably cool weather this past spring. This grass is at its best between 80 and 95 degrees and performs best in the hottest and most humid environments, which correlates with our busiest time of year for play, as evident in the photo below. Because our tees on the Range are relatively small and undersized for the amount of activity we receive, it’s important that we practice properly to maximize the use of the grass on the tees.

As a reminder, the linear divot pattern is the preferred method for warm up and practicing by placing each shot directly behind the previous divot. In so doing, a linear pattern is created and only a small amount of turf is removed with each

swing. This can usually be done for 15 to 20 shots before moving over to create a new line of divots. So long as a minimum of four inches of live turf is preserved between strips of divots, the turf will recover quickly. This divot pattern promotes quick recovery as evidenced in the 2021 USGA bermudagrass divot recovery study at Lehigh Country Club. As you are aware, we enjoyed great weather this spring (cooler than normal) and summer-like conditions finally arriving toward the end of June and the beginning of July. The dog days of summer are here! We saw the effects of this in the delayed green-up and active growth on the warm-season grasses on the Driving Range and West tees. These areas are now actively growing with average temperatures ideal for recovering from the wear and tear of everyday play. However, as we continue our goal of constant improvement, we are not without our share of problems. Our team has sodded portions of tees (West #3, 9, 16, and 17) to insure we are in position to provide the best conditions throughout the summer and fall. One problem we recognize is the effect shade has on the grass, such as the tee at #3. There is a correlation between thin/bare turf and

Heavily divoted areas on the Driving Range tees

Lehigh Country Club | Allentown, PA (2021)

shade in combination where all the traffic enters and exits tee complex. For turfgrass to thrive to withstand traffic and recover from the daily stress from play, both the cool and warm-season grasses require a minimum of six hours of direct sunlight to withstand these types of conditions. While the weak areas will be sodded, it’s critical that we address the root cause of the problems in these areas with selective removal of trees to increase the amount of sunlight and air movement in these areas. You may recall, the conversion from cool-season to warm-season turf on the West tees has been a multi-year process dating back to when we began in 2019. We continue to learn and adjust our practices based on our experiences with the goal to provide you with the best possible year-round experience. One aspect of this has been overseeding with cool-season grasses, typically perennial ryegrass, once the bermudagrass enters winter dormancy in late fall. This is typically done to improve aesthetics and playability while the bermudagrass is not growing. This has become problematic as research has shown that bermudagrass needs approximately 100 days of growth without perennial ryegrass competition to provide maximum performance during the summer. While the cool weather persisted this spring, you may have noticed the unsightly green clumps on some of the tees which has persisted into the summer. Our team has and

will continue to apply transitioning herbicides which remove the perennial ryegrass from the bermudagrass. This has led us to believe that in future years, we will no longer be overseeding with perennial ryegrass, but with fine fescue which allows for a better transition from cool to warm-season grass.

address the root of the problem, adding drainage, in a special communication to the golfing members later this month.

Air movement across the playing surfaces has a strong influence on the overall health of the turf, particularly in terms of disease susceptibility and cooling of the plant. The pathogens responsible for the most destructive turfgrass diseases are far less active and damaging when air moves over the turfgrass. Once nighttime temperatures exceed 70 degrees, the fans around the greens are utilized to move air in order to keep the turf and the surface of the soil dry in these challenging growing environments. Plants stay cool in a similar fashion as humans. On a hot day, our skin is cooled as we perspire. The plant’s perspiration system is called evapotranspiration which is a combination of evaporation and transpiration of water through the stomata of the pore of the leaf. Please note that for the fans to be effective, they need to be close to the green surfaces.

Certainly, another challenge has been the floor of the Driving Range which I detailed in June Lifestyle. While it’s been slow, areas on the Range have filled in, but the areas with no drainage and high sheet flow of water continue to struggle. Moving forward, we continue to aggressively fertilize and push as much growth as possible and recognize there will be areas that will need to be sodded to ensure complete turf coverage going into the fall. We will communicate a plan of attack, which will detail regrassing and

From July 24 through August 21, both courses will be closed on Mondays as the amount of play on the courses does take its toll. While the courses are closed, in order to relieve stress on the putting surfaces, our staff will be using small venting tines on the practice and green surfaces to increase oxygen in the soil and assist in drying out the soil and putting surfaces. These tines affect approximately 1% of the surface and have little to no effect on playability. Depending on weather, our staff will continue to utilize these practices throughout the summer and fall to ensure the greens remain healthy and in the best possible condition. As always, we appreciate your support and feel free to contact us if you have any questions or concerns regarding our current and future maintenance operations.

Tim Kennelly, CGCS Head Greenkeeper

West #3 tee shows the correlation between thin/bare turf and shade

Ryegrass in bermudagrass tee

What is LIVEBALL?

By now, you have probably heard of Liveball from a friend or have experienced it for yourself. If not, here is a quick rundown of the clinic that is taking BCC by storm. Liveball is a fast, fun, and thrilling group tennis workout. It features a doubles-format game where the court is divided into a champion side and a challenger side. In Liveball, there are no serves or returns. Instead, a Racquets Professional feeds the ball in play from the champion side of the court.

The objective of Liveball is to advance to the champion’s side of the court. To achieve this, players must win three points before losing two. This dynamic gameplay keeps you on your toes, and the fast-paced nature of Liveball adds an extra layer of excitement to the experience.

One of the great advantages of Liveball is that it allows you to improve your skills while experiencing various doubles scenarios simultaneously. By participating in Liveball, you gain valuable context for your lessons, enabling you to visualize how to construct points and execute winning shots effectively.

LIVEBALL CLINIC SCHEDULE

Mondays

10:30am-11:30am

Thursdays 6:00pm-7:00pm

Tuesdays 6:00pm-7:00pm

Saturdays & Sundays

8:00am-9:00am

9:00am-10:00am

If you're looking to take your game to the next level, I highly recommend attending a Liveball clinic. It's a fantastic opportunity to elevate your skills, enhance your doubles gameplay, and have a blast on the court. Give Liveball a try and witness the transformation in your tennis game firsthand!

Jody Sambrick, Jr. Head Racquets Professional

Five Farms Racquets Facility | 9:30am-2:00pm

$95 per person

Includes play, lunch, awards, favor, & prizes

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Roland Park

4712 Club Road Baltimore, MD 21210

Five Farms

11500 Mays Chapel Road Lutherville, MD 21093

www.bcc1898.com | 410.889.4400

MAIN NUMBERS

Golf House: 410.561.3381

Tennis House: 410.889.4474

Racquets Pro Shop: 410.467.1208

DINING HOURS

Five Farms

Tuesday-Sunday

Lunch: 11:00am-2:00pm

Clubhouse Menu: 2:00pm-5:00pm

Dinner: 5:00pm-9:00pm

RESERVATIONS

For all reservations please visit www.bcc1898.com, download our mobile app via the Apple Store or Google Play Store, call 410.889.4400, or email reservations@bcc1898.com.

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