March Lifestyle 2024

ON THE COVER

BOARD OF GOVERNORS

Thomas E. Carroll, President

S. Gale Woods, Vice President

Elizabeth R. Sieck, Secretary

Hugh W. Mohler, Jr., Treasurer

Jonathan H. Beard

J. Francis Cannon

Mason M. Champion

Raymond C. Daue, Jr.

Ashley D. Giese

Paul D. McKinnell

Christopher W. Oven

Jennifer B. Speargas

ADMISSIONS COMMITTEE

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.

Mr. Dinesh Aravindhan

Ms. Shefali S. Shah

Mr. Jack Blum

PROPOSED FOR MEMBERSHIP

Mrs. Katherine Burton

Mr. Mike Dee

The following prospective members have been posted for membership since the February 6, 2024 meeting of the Admissions Committee. Proposed candidates with completed files are posted for 30 days per the Club Bylaws. If you have any feedback, please contact the Admissions Committee Chair CJ Ilardo at cjilardo@gmail.com.

All feedback will be held in confidence.

Proposed Proposer

Mr. Robert A. Brandt III

Mr. Daniel Eggers

Mrs. Paula Eggers

Mrs. Elizabeth S. Danko

Mrs. Shannon B. Kaiser

Ms. Nancy M. Maitland

Mr. John G. McCarthy

Mrs. Alaleh S. McCarthy

Mrs. Sophie D. Nelson

Mrs. Kristen M. Welch

Mrs. Natalie & Mr. Erik Bissonnette

Mrs. Natalie & Mr. Erik Bissonnette

Mr. Paul J. Danko, Sr.

Mr. Bart Aldridge II

Mr. Henry J. Knott IV

Mr. Brian W. Gracie

Mr. Brian W. Gracie

Mr. John D. Nelson

BYLAWS RESOLUTIONS

Proposed Proposer

Mrs. Shannon Quick

Mr. Stavros E. Rizakos

Mr. Alexander R. Shepley

Mrs. Sally P. Shepley

Dr. Patrick Smith

Mrs. Marissa Smith

Mr. Shane P. Smith

Mrs. Caroline P. Smith

Mr. Mark W. Quick

Ms. Elizabeth A. Warehime

Mr. Eric Shadoff

Mr. Eric Shadoff

Mrs. Bethany & Mr. Alex Kirby

Mrs. Bethany & Mr. Alex Kirby

Mr. Carim Khouzami

Mr. Carim Khouzami

INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES FOR STAFF

Does your business have internship opportunities available? As part of our dedication to fostering professional growth and development among our team, we believe that providing access to such opportunities can greatly benefit our staff members. If your company currently has any internships open or if you anticipate openings in the near future, we would be appreciative for the chance to connect interested BCC staff with these opportunities.

Please feel free to reach out to Director of Human Resources Lauren Kourtsounis at lkourtsounis@bcc1898.com if you have any available internships or if you would like to discuss this further. Your support in facilitating these opportunities is greatly appreciated.

The current edition of the Bylaws is available on the Club website (bcc1898.com) under Club Information.

Rules & Regulations, Article 1, General Rules, Section 10. Private Parties and Club Press Policy

CONDOLENCES

Mr. Paul F. Obrecht Jr. January 26, 2024

Former member of over 45 years

UPCOMING SPECIALS

SATURDAY, MARCH 9

Live Music

Five Farms | 5:30pm-8:30pm

Featuring Tom Starr

SUNDAY, MARCH 17

St. Patty's Day & March Madness

Five Farms | 5:00pm-9:00pm

It's your lucky day! Join us for live

WINE EDUCATION

TASTING: DOMAINE ARMELLE ET BERNARD RION

Featuring Melissa Rion

THURSDAY, MARCH 21 | ROLAND PARK | 6:00PM

THURSDAY, MARCH 21

Ice Cream Sundae Special

Five Farms | 5:00pm-9:00pm

I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream in À la Carte!

SUNDAY, MARCH 31

Easter Brunch (Club Event)

Enjoy a champagne table and a specialty mimosa station with a variety of juices and berries.

Class of 2024

MAKE PLANS TO CELEBRATE YOUR GRADUATE WITH ADVANCE À LA CARTE BOOKINGS!

ere’s no better place to celebrate life’s special moments than at your favorite place! Enjoy a special graduation menu and surprises to enhance the celebration.

To make your advance reservation* contact Member Relations Manager Andrea Millan at amillan@bcc1898.com or call 410.554.8000. Share your preferred reservation details—date, time, party size, graduate's name, and school—to make your graduate's day extraordinary!

*Maximum of 12 people per reservation when dining in À la Carte

SENIOR SPOTLIGHT

Would you like your graduate to be included in our graduation announcements in the June issue of Lifestyle? Scan the QR code to ll out the form.

Easter Dinner (Club Event)

Special wine list

LEAGUE & COMPLIMENTARY

SCHEDULE

Roland Park Bowling Lanes

The 2023-2024 Bowling Season is coming to a close. Be sure to take advantage of our complimentary bowling dates.

COMPLIMENTARY BOWLING

Reservations are required and can be made a maximum of one week in advance

A $25 cancellation fee will apply for canceling within 24 hours of the reservation and for no-shows

UPCOMING CLUB EVENTS

RSVP: Club Calendar • Cancellation policy applies unless stated otherwise

MARCH EVENTS Registration Opens January 1 APRIL EVENTS Registration Opens February 1

MARCH

for

Photos with the Easter Bunny; Bring Your Own Basket; Children's Activities; Complimentary for Children Under 2; Beverages by Chit; Egg Hunt Staggered by Age Group

Jacket & Tie

Entrée; Live Music; Displayed Hors d'Oeuvres & Desserts; Pricing Based on Menu Selection; Children's Menu Limited to Ages 12 & Under; Cocktails by Chit; Jacket & Tie

Dinner When Making Your Reservation; 10 Players Maximum per Team; Cocktails by Chit; Country

Guest Registration Opens March 15; 100% Non-refundable; RSVP Deadline: May 14; Cocktails by Chit; Country Club Casual

Live Music & Dancing; Food Stations; Late Night Snacks; Ages 21+; Rain or Shine; RSVP Deadline: May 21; 100% Non-refundable After May 21; Beverages by Chit; Country Club Casual

Carnival Themed; DJ, Games, & Entertainment; Guests Not Permitted; Sole Dining at the Pool; Beverages by Chit; Pool Attire

MARCH MADNESS

Are you up for a challenge?

Earn points by using your BCC Fitness & Wellness Departments amenities!

WHO: All Fitness & Wellness enthusiasts are invited to participate in the challenge

WHAT: Fitness Center Usage, Personal Training Sessions, Private Sessions, Group Exercise Classes, Thai Yoga Bodywork Sessions, and Acupuncture Sessions

WHEN: March 1-31; winners will be announced on April 5

HOW: Email Director of Fitness & Wellness Janine Rich at jrich@bcc1898.com by March 4 to register and begin earning your points

WHY: Make your fitness and well-being FUN!

Earn POINTS between March 1-31 for the following:

⊲ Fitness Center Check-in - 1 point per workout session (must check-in at desk via iPad)

⊲ Group Exercise Classes - 1 point per class attended

⊲ Personal Training Check-in - 3 points per visit (must check-in at desk via iPad)

⊲ Private Yoga/Reformer Pilates Sessions - 10 points per session

⊲ Thai Yoga Bodywork Session - 10 points per session

⊲ Acupuncture Session - 10 points per session

Earn BONUS points:

⊲ If your points consist of 3 of the 6 services, add 30 points

⊲ If your points consist of 4 of the 6 services, add 40 points

⊲ If your points consist of 5 of the 6 services, add 50 points

⊲ If your points consist of 6 of the 6 services, add 60 points

Who Wins?

The male and female with the most points!

Winners will receive their choice of one gift below:

⊲ 1-month of Unlimited Group Exercise Classes (excludes Alignment Yoga/ Reformer Pilates classes) - $85 value

⊲ 1 Functional Movement or TPI Screen - $75 value

⊲ 1 50-minute Personal Training Session - $80 value

⊲ 1 30-minute Thai Yoga Bodywork Session - $60 value

⊲ 1 Tennis Liveball Session & Under Armour Top - $64 value

⊲ 1 30-minute Short Game Golf Lesson - $80 value

THAI YOGA BODYWORK

Enjoy the benefits of relaxation, massage, yoga, and energy work in this truly unique experience to connect the body and mind through the breath. You will fully relax and let go of physical and emotional stress while your body is guided into gentle stretching followed by massage along the meridian lines in the body. You will leave feeling relaxed, restored, and rejuvenated.

The Thai Bodywork Practitioner presses and kneads the muscles with their hands, feet, and forearms, synchronized with the breath, and fluently moves and twists your body into various stretches and yoga postures. The bodywork sessions are given on a memory foam mat in four positions: lying supine, side-lying, lying prone, and seated.

The recipient should wear loose, comfortable clothing that they can stretch in. While relaxing, the client may become cooler; wearing long sleeves, socks, and an optional blanket is recommended to stay comfortable.

This technique differs from a traditional massage but has many benefits to help heal your body:

⊲ Pain & Muscle Tension Relief

⊲ Increased Flexibility

⊲ Improved Range of Motion

⊲ Deep Relaxation & Stress Relief

⊲ Increased Energy Levels

⊲ Improved Circulation & Lymphatic Flow

SESSION FEES

30 Minutes - $60

60 Minutes - $95

90 Minutes - $120

For more information or to schedule a session, contact Lainey at lbaer@bcc1898.com.

ADD REFORMER PILATES TO YOUR ROUTINE

By Meredith Lull, Reformer Pilates Instructor

Looking to improve your swing this spring? Incorporating Reformer Pilates into a training regimen can help golfers and tennis players improve core strength, flexibility, balance, posture, and overall body conditioning—ultimately contributing to enhanced performance and reduced risk of injury in their respective sports. The resistance provided by Pilates reformer machines, typically through the use of springs, helps to tone and strengthen muscles by creating constant tension throughout the range of motion during exercises. This resistance challenges the muscles, leading to increased muscle engagement, improved muscular endurance, and ultimately, toning and strengthening of the targeted muscle groups. Additionally, the adjustable resistance allows for progressive overload, enabling individuals to continually challenge and strengthen their muscles as they progress in their training.

Contact Meredith at mlull@bcc1898.com to find out more and begin your Pilates journey.

TWENTY TWENTY FORE!

GOLF SEASON

MARCH-MAY AT A GLANCE

MGA

MGA SEASON OPENER

Friday, April 19 | 1:00pm Shotgun

GENTLEMEN’S TWILIGHT GOLF LEAGUE

Tuesdays | May 7-July 16 | 5:30pm Shotgun

PRESIDENT’S CUP

Saturday, May 18 | 9:00am Shotgun

GENTLEMEN’S GUEST DAY

Thursday, May 23 | 1:00pm Shotgun

SEASON-LONG MATCHPLAY

Open to all season golf members

Golf House to create brackets

Winners advance to the next round Handicap tournament

15 TH ANNUAL SEASON-LONG TWO-PERSON MATCHPLAY TOURNAMENT

Teams can be co-ed pairings

Registration opens March 8 (Golf Calendar)

Registration closes March 22

SEASON-LONG INDIVIDUAL MATCHPLAY TOURNAMENT (THE EMICH CUP)

Registration opens March 8 (Golf Calendar)

Registration closes March 22 | Register individually

67TH ANNUAL GENTLEMEN’S MEMBER-GUEST GOLF INVITATIONAL

Thursday, June 13-Saturday, June 15

There is no priority given for timeliness of entry other than meeting the March 29 deadline. Entrants will be notified of their status on or around April 8.

Registration opens March 8 at 9:00am

Registration closes March 29 at 5:00pm

RSVP: Golf Calendar (June 13)

LGA

LGA OPENING DAY & DINNER

Hear from your LGA Committee about the exciting events in store for 2024 and get the chance to meet the Professional Staff leading the 18-Hole, Twilight, 9-Hole, and 9 & Dine groups.

Tee times will be available before dinner for those ladies interested in playing.

Friday, April 5

Dinner | 6:00pm-9:00pm

9-HOLE OPENING DAY

Tuesday, April 9

18-HOLE OPENING DAY

Wednesday, April 10

LGA TWILIGHT OPENING NIGHT

Thursday, April 25

LADIES' GOLF WEEK

Tuesday, May 7-Sunday, May 12

ADULT GOLF INSTRUCTION

Dates subject to change | RSVP: Golf Genius

New this season!

Members are permitted to invite non-member guests to all programs if space allows. Each course now has a Guest Fee.

SPRING TUNE-UP COURSE: SHAKING OFF THE RUST

Join our 4-week spring crash course that will get you back out on the course with confidence.

Sundays | April 7, 14, 21, 28 | 9:30am-10:30am

4-class Bundle $220

Drop-in $65 per Class | Guest Fee $75 per Class 6:1 Student-to-Instructor Ratio

WOMEN WHO GOLF: 201 Formerly Reluctant Ladies 2

The 201 class will be the perfect next step to getting you out to play more regularly with confidence!

Tuesdays | April 9, 16, 23, 30, May 7 | 12:00pm-1:00pm

Fridays | May 17, 31, June 7, 21, 28 | 5:30pm-6:30pm

5-week Series

$225

Drop-in $55 per Class | Guest Fee $65 per Class Beginner Level; 6:1 Student-to-Instructor Ratio

LGA CLINICS

These clinics are geared toward LGA 9-Hole and 18-Hole golfers and will cover driver distance, iron accuracy, short game, and course management.

Thursdays | April 18, 25, May 2, 9, 16, 23 | 10:00am-11:30am

Saturdays | April 20, 27, May 4, 11 | 9:00am-10:30am

5-class bundle

$225

Drop-in $55 per Class | Guest Fee $65 per Class 6:1 Student-to-Instructor Ratio

WOMEN WHO GOLF: 101 Formerly Reluctant Ladies

Thursdays | May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 | 5:30pm-6:30pm

Saturdays | May 4, 11, 18, June 1, 8 | 11:00am-12:00pm

5-week Series $225

Drop-in $55 per Class | Guest Fee $65 per Class Beginner Level; 6:1 Student-to-Instructor Ratio

CINCO DE MAYO SOCIAL

Wednesday, May 8

LGA WEEKEND PLAYDAY #1

Saturday, May 11

GOLF FITNESS CLINICS

Join our certified golf fitness instructor to improve your mobility and speed through the GolfForever and speed program.

Saturdays | May 4, 11, 18 | 7:30am-8:30am

5-class bundle $225

Drop-in $55 per Class | Guest Fee $65 per Class Beginner Level; 6:1 Student-to-Instructor Ratio

MGA CLINICS

These clinics are geared toward MGA golfers and will cover driver distance, iron accuracy, short game, and course management.

Sundays | May 5, 19 | 8:00am-9:00am

5-class bundle $225

Drop-in $55 per Class | Guest Fee $65 per Class Beginner Level; 6:1 Student-to-Instructor Ratio

JUNIORS

JUNIOR GOLF NIGHT KICKOFF

Join us for a complimentary, fun, and educational meeting discussing what the 2024 Season has in store for us!

Saturday, March 23 | 4:00pm-6:00pm 4:00pm | Guest Speaker & 2024 Golf Season Discussion 5:00pm | Pizza, Snacks, Drinks, & Games

PGA JUNIOR LEAGUE

Featuring team competitions in structured leagues. PGA Junior League provides a fun (less stressful) scramble format, as opposed to stroke play competition.

Spring Season: April-June

Practices: Fridays | 4:00pm-5:00pm or 5:30pm-6:30pm

Matches: Saturday Afternoons

Ages 8-17

$325 per Junior (Includes PGA fee)

Register by Monday, April 15

All Skill Levels Welcome (Some golf experience preferred)

THE CADDIE CORNER

As we approach the 2024 Golf Season, I want to thank the Club for allowing me to dedicate my efforts to our Caddie and Evans Scholars programs. I'm also eager to explore the possibility of initiating youth caddie programs with neighboring clubs and courses, and collaborating with the team at First Tee of Greater Baltimore.

Each month, we are dedicating a portion of Lifestyle Magazine to keep you informed about the BCC Caddie Program. We are pleased to welcome back Caddie Manager Brett Keller for his fourth season. Our Caddie Committee has been very active since the beginning of January, planning for the upcoming season. I would like to thank them, as well as all those who have served on the Caddie Committee over the past 17 years and all the members who have supported the program, whether by taking caddies or donating to the Evans Scholars Foundation.

OPERATION 36 CLINICS

These clinics focus on skill rather than age, with the instruction tailored to the division your junior golfer is in. On-course testing days will take place twice a month on Saturday afternoons.

Season 1: April 2-May 25 (8 weeks)

Tuesdays | 4:00pm-5:00pm or 5:30pm-6:30pm

Wednesdays | 4:00pm-5:00pm or 5:30pm-6:30pm

Thursdays | 4:00pm-5:00pm or 5:30pm-6:30pm

$495 per Season (Includes 8 clinics, 2 on-course 9-hole tests, & Operation 36 mobile app)

FUTURE GOLFERS CLINICS

Work on the building blocks necessary to become a golfer in a very fun, social, and welcoming space! Parents, we ask that you plan to stay for the duration of the clinic to assist if needed.

Sundays | April 6-27, May 4-25 | 11:00am-11:45am

Ages 3-5

$30 per Session

Finally, I am pleased to announce that one of our BCC caddies, Shawntae Wilson, who interviewed for the Evans Scholarship on February 7 at Wilmington Country Club, has received the honor of being BCC’s newest Evans Scholar. Shawntae was among 11 caddies considered during this selection meeting. There were 28 selection meetings throughout the country, with 340 caddies chosen from over 920 applicants. In total, there will be over 1,100 caddies/Evan

Scholars attending college this coming fall. Shawntae has become the sixth Evans Scholar from Baltimore Country Club to be awarded the Evans Scholarship—a lifechanging opportunity!

Take a Caddie, Change a Life.

Greg Jones, PGA Pro Emeritus

Pictured left to right: Nick Cannon (Director of Golf), Brett Keller (Caddie Manager), Steve Colnitis (WGA Chairman, BCC Member), Jack Palmer (WGA Director, BCC Member), Shawntae Wilson (2024 Evans Scholar), Joe Fields (WGA Director, BCC Member), Greg Jones (Pro Emeritus)

GREENKEEPER’S UPDATE

The East Course is scheduled to open for the season on Friday, March 22.

When the course opens, you will see a few aeration holes, along with lines from the Graden linear aeration work completed this past fall and winter.

While we have experienced our first measurable snow fall in over two years (nine-plus inches), temperatures have been cold enough that the turf has been dormant.

Aeration performed in the fall and winter months will not recover until temperatures are consistently in the 60-75 degree range. As we prepare for the upcoming season, the West Course will close March 25 through March 27 for green aeration and topdressing, along with fairway vertical mowing. Recovery will take approximately three weeks (weather dependent) since this work is being completed when soil and surface temperatures will still be cold for optimum growth and recovery. Green aeration and topdressing on the East Course will occur April 30 through May 2, with solid tine aeration to be completed on the fairway surfaces.

This season promises to be another busy year at Five Farms, and we look forward to seeing you this spring!

Tim Kennelly, CGCS Head Greenkeeper

MEET TREY PROFILI

Please welcome Trey to the role of Roland Park Horticulturist. Trey is a graduate of University of Maryland, where he earned a BS in Plant Sciences with a focus on Turf Management. He has a diverse background in the golf industry, starting with caddying at Bulle Rock Golf Course for three years, then joining the University of Maryland Golf Team, and two seasons of coaching high school golf. He worked as an Assistant Superintendent at Winters Run Golf Club, then Maryland Golf and Country Club in Bel Air. He spent about six years in New Jersey, where he worked at a few

2024 COURSE CLOSURES

MARCH-MAY

MARCH

22 East Course Opens for the Season

Weather permitting

25-27 West Course Closed

Green aeration & fairway verticutting

APRIL

1 West Course Closed (Aeration rain date)

6

13

20

28

different clubs including Shore Gate, Seaview, and Bandon Dunes. Outside of golf, he also enjoys baking and freelance photography.

Last summer, Trey returned to Timonium to be closer to family and knew he wanted to be a part of the BCC Team, so he took a seasonal position on the East Course. He was recently married, so he was excited when this prestigious position opened up at Roland Park, giving him a chance to put down roots with his growing family here in Baltimore. Trey started at Roland Park in the beginning of February, so he would have some time to shadow Laura Michel before her retirement. He looks forward to expanding his knowledge of fine gardening and applying his turf management experience as he takes over the reins as a steward of this beautiful and historic property.

RACQUETS TAKES ON THE 2024 PGA SHOW

In January, our Director of Racquets Gavin Leon and Racquets Professional David Loveman joined the Golf Team on their annual trip to the PGA Show in Orlando, FL. The PGA Show features educational and networking opportunities, new product testing, and hundreds of vendors with the latest golf apparel, accessories, equipment, and software.

Gavin and David met various vendors and formed part of the My Pickleball Coach® app launch. The Racquets Team is thrilled to bring new brands, gear, and favors to our Racquets Pro Shop for the upcoming outdoor season.

ADULT SQUASH CLINICS

At Roland Park | RVSP: Squash Calendar

CARDIO SQUASH

Rotate every minute from playing with a Pro to doing a squashspecific exercise.

Tuesdays | 2:00pm-2:45pm

Wednesdays | 6:30pm-7:15pm

Fridays | 7:15am-8:00am

LADIES' LEARN-TO-PLAY SQUASH

Learn about squash court awareness, technique, and tactics from BCC Squash Professionals and play the sport with confidence!

Tuesdays | 5:45pm-6:30pm (Singles)

Wednesdays | 4:15pm-5:00pm (Singles) or 5:00pm-5:45pm (Doubles)

LIGHTNING SQUASH

Come try your luck or your skill before you blink and miss the lightning squash.

Fridays | 6:30pm-7:15pm

SQUASH CHALLENGE COURT

King of the court, ¾ court, up the river, offense/defense— whatever you may have heard it called—welcome to the Challenge Court!

Saturdays | 3:30pm-4:15pm

JUNIOR INDOOR RACQUETS SCHEDULE

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

Year-round | Tuesday-Sunday

Brunch: Sunday, 11:00am-2:00pm

Lunch: Tuesday-Saturday, 11:00am-2:00pm

Clubhouse Menu: Tuesday-Sunday, 2:00pm-5:00pm

Dinner: Tuesday-Sunday, 5:00pm-9:00pm

RESERVATIONS

For all reservations please visit 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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