Membership Magazine November 2021
BOARD OF GOVERNORS
CONTENTS 1 Great People Make Favorite Places 2 Membership 3 BCC Experiences 4 Archives & Private Events 5 Bowling 6 Club Events
10 Fitness & Wellness 12 Golf 15 Grounds 16 BCC + Guntry Membership 17 Racquets
EVENTS CALENDAR Complimentary Event
Complimentary Photos
November 4 - Wine Society
24 - Thanksgiving To-Go
6 - BCC Experience: National Aquarium
24 - Thanksgiving Eve Turkey Bowl
9 - GUNTRY Open House
25 - Turkey Trot at Five Farms
14 - Daddies, Donuts, & Duckpins
25 - Thanksgiving Dinner
17 - Trivia Night 20 - BCC Experience: Guinness Brewery Tour & Tasting
To-go orders are not available
30 - Wreath Decorating
December 3 - Fashion Show 7 - Adult Gingerbread Party 11, 18 - Children's Santa Party 14 - Children's Gingerbread Party
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: Timothy Bojanowski, Chair tim@zestsms.com | 443.465.2950
24 - Christmas Movie Breakfast
Candace D. Ellrich Candace.Domayer@gmail.com | 336.263.6370
24 - Club is Closed
Vikas Gupta vgupta@omegahealthcare.com | 571.225.8065
Club is only open for this event
25 - Club is Closed 31 - New Year's Eve À la Carte Specials
December Brunches, Lunches, & Dinners Holiday Champagne Brunch: 5 , 12, 19 Fireside Lunch: 8-10, 15-17 Holiday Dinner Buffets: 9 , 10, 11, 15-18, 21-23
January 1 - Club is Closed
19 - Trivia Night
6 - Wine Society
21 - Dueling Pianos
13 - BCC's 124 Birthday
26 - Family Bingo Night
15 - Winter Soirée
27 - Chef’s Table
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ADMISSIONS COMMITTEE
Sharon D. Credit sharoncredit@gmail.com | 410.303.6242
23 - Wreath Making 1 - Wreath Decorating
Martin P. Brunk, President Gregory E. Johnston, Vice President Elizabeth R. Sieck, Secretary Hugh W. Mohler, Jr., Treasurer Jonathan H. Beard Mason M. Champion Raymond C. Daue, Jr. Edward M. Joffe, Jr. Paul D. McKinnell Leslie C. Rose Jennifer B. Speargas S. Gale Woods
ON THE COVER Caroline Cannon at the 2021 BCC Apple Harvest at Five FarmsSeptember 2021
Gregory E. Johnston gregjohnston@outlook.com | 410.382.7798 Leanne R. Mohler leanne6408@comcast.net | 410.591.2786 John L. Tansey jtans@comcast.net | 443.904.3270 Matthew S. Thompson mthompson@lothorian.com | 410.935.9806
RECEPTION Roland Park 410.889.4400 Five Farms 410.252.6505 Hours Saturday & Sunday 9:00am-9:00pm Monday 9:00am-5:00pm Tuesday-Friday 8:30am-9:00pm
Great People Make Favorite Places BCC has created an actionable statement that helps define our philosophy known as The Simple Truth: Great People Make Favorite Places. Below is a small sample of staff members who are helping to make BCC your favorite place. ◆
August Staff Member of the Month Marissa Loforte, Personal Coach, Group Exercise Instructor, & Thai Yoga Massage Practitioner We congratulate Marissa on being named August Staff Member of the Month! Since joining our Fitness and Wellness Team back in January, she has been a rockstar! Marissa shows her infectious passion and energy for her job every day. Additionally, she always has a positive attitude and is willing to help others, which is terrific for team morale! Marissa’s teammates and clients cannot say enough great things about her as she embodies our Simple Truth (Great People Make Favorite Places)!
Exceptional Leadership Award
Staff
H O L I DAY F U N D
Stephen Oberstadt, Lead Assistant Golf Professional
We congratulate Stephen on receiving the Exceptional Leadership Award! Since he started working at BCC in April, Stephen has significantly contributed to the success of the Golf Team. He did not hesitate to step in to manage our Women’s 18-Hole and Ladies’ Twilight programs even when it was not part of his original job description. Additionally, Stephen has provided an excellent golf experience for our members daily. He constantly communicates with different departments at the Club to let them know what is happening in golf. We are grateful for Stephen and his contributions in his short time at BCC.
Staff
Hol iday Fund great people make favorite places
Scan the code above with your smartphone to fill out the form on the BCC website
Every year, the Board of Governors encourages members to express appreciation to the Club's staff by contributing to the Staff Holiday Fund. Donations may be submitted by scanning the code to the left with your smartphone to fill out the form on the BCC website, or by returning the donation card that was mailed to your household. 1
MEMBERSHIP
WELCOME TO THE CLUB!
New member bios can be viewed on our website under Membership.
Mr. Alec Hajimihalis
Mrs. Voula A. Hajimihalis
Mr. Ian R. Heavers
Mr. Timothy Krouse
Mr. Michael T. Wilmot
Mrs. Kathy E. Wilmot
Mrs. Rachel E. Heavers
PROPOSED FOR MEMBERSHIP The following prospective members were posted for membership in the Club since the October 12, 2021 meeting of the Admissions Committee.
Proposed
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Mr. C Bradley Burton Dr. Michael A. Barton Mrs. Kells E. Lynch Mr. William A. R. Knox Mrs. Sarah E. Knox Dr. Rosemary B. Nicolosi
Mr. Creg Hill Mr. John R. Wuestling Mr. John R. Wuestling Mr. Michael J. Baader Mr. Michael J. Baader Mr. Mark P. Cauchon
Mr. Scott C. Philips Mrs. Charlotte G. Philips Mr. Scott F. Robinson Mrs. Taylor N. Robinson Mr. Nima Seirafipour Mrs. Michelle E. Seirafipour
Mrs. Jennifer & Mr. Greg Pyne Mrs. Jennifer & Mr. Greg Pyne Mr. Thomas E. Robinson Mr. Thomas E. Robinson Mr. Timothy Bojanowski Mr. Timothy Bojanowski
Total A, B, & D Resident Members Updated as of September 30, 2021
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As of September 30, our Resident Class A, B, and D count is 1820. Keep in mind that once we hit our Resident Class A, B, and D membership cap of 1825, you can still propose candidates for membership. We will continue to accept applications; your friends will go through the majority of the proposal process prior to securing their place on the waitlist and waiting for a spot to open. Please contact Director of Membership Casey Schell at cschell@bcc1898.com or 410.554.8004 for information on how to get started.
BCC EXPERIENCES
BCC EXPERIENCES
Create unforgettable memories with your family and friends with organized off-site group outings, excursions, and experiences. Each month, the Club will offer new and exciting activities for all ages including relationships with local organizations and day trips with transportation provided.
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ARCHIVES
Monthly Memory:
A Visitor Pass for a World-Famous Aviator We would like to thank Mr. Robert Cardwell, who’s ancestor was a staff member of the Club, for providing the Archive Committee with a photo of this letter. The letter is dated October 19, 1927, and was addressed to the Club requesting a guest pass for Mr. Charles A. Lindbergh. Mr. Lindbergh was one of the best known American aviators and figures in aeronautical history. The request was submitted just five months after Mr. Lindbergh completed the first nonstop solo flight across the Atlantic Ocean on May 21, 1927. The letter reads as follows: My dear Mr. Cardwell: I beg to confirm my telephone talk of last night when I asked you kindly to issue visitor's card to Colonel Charles A. Lindbergh. I very much appreciate your prompt compliance with my request. Believe me, with kindest regards, Yours very sincerely, Edwin J. Farber.
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BOWLING
2021-2022
BOWLING SEASON It's that time of the year again! Whether it's a bowling league or open bowling, there's something for all ages.
BOWLING LEAGUES To register for a league, go to the Bowling page under Seasonal on the BCC website. Fall Season October 5, 6, 12, 13 19, 20, 26, 27 November 2, 3, 9, 10 (Tournament Tune-up Week) December 1 (3-2-1 Tournament)
Winter Season January 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26 February 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16, 18, 22, 23
October 7 November 4 December 2
January 6, 20 (Member-Guest) February 3 March 3 (Final Play & Banquet) January 4, 11, 18, 25 February 1, 8, 15, 22 March 1, 8, 15, 22 (Closing Luncheon)
$85 per person
October 26 November 2, 9, 16 (Turkey Shoot), 23 (Fun Day), 30 December 7, 14 (Christmas Luncheon)
Mixed Bowling (Couples) Fridays & Saturdays 7:30pm-9:30pm
October 1, 2 November 5, 6 December 11 (Fun & Games Night)
January 7, 8 February 4, 5 March 5 (Final Play & Banquet)
Gentlemen's Bowling Tuesdays & Wednesdays 7:00pm-9:00pm One Season $75 per person Both Seasons $135 per person Ladies' Thirsty Thursday Thursdays 7:00pm-9:30pm
Member-Guest: February 18 Handicap Tournament: March 2 Championship Warm-up: March 9 Championship Round 1: March 16 Championship Final & Banquet: March 23
$75 per person Ladies' Tuesday Morning Tuesdays 9:00am-12:30pm
$75 per person
OPEN BOWLING No charge for members or guests | Reservations can be made a maximum of one week in advance $25 cancellation fee will apply for canceling within 24 hours of the reservation and for no-shows Adult Bowling
November 12, 26, January 14, 28, February 11, March 11
Family Duckpin Days
November 21, January 16, 23, February 6, 27, March 20, 27 5
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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
Complimentary Event
Complimentary Photos
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WINE SOCIETY on page 8
TRIVIA NIGHT Roland Park • 6:00pm-9:00pm $45++ per Person (Includes dinner & glass of wine) 10 Players Maximum per Team; Cocktails by Chit; Country Club Casual
WREATH MAKING SOLD OUT Roland Park • 10:00am-12:00pm or 7:00pm-9:00pm Create and decorate a fresh wreath from scratch! $100++ per Person (Includes materials, glass of champagne or mimosa, & hors d'oeuvres) 100% Non-refundable; Country Club Casual; Additional Cocktails by Chit
THANKSGIVING EVE TURKEY BOWL Roland Park • 6:00pm-7:30pm or 7:30pm-9:00pm Complimentary Event! $15++ Burger Bar Reservations Required; Country Club Casual; Beverages by Chit
THANKSGIVING DINNER TO-GO ORDERS Roland Park • Pickup Times: 12:00pm-4:00pm $160++ per Package (Feeds 4-6 people) Place Orders via the Link on the Club Calendar; Order Deadline: 11/20 at 3:00pm; Cold Pick-up Only; Reheat Instructions Included
TURKEY TROT AT FIVE FARMS on page 6
DADDIES, DONUTS & DUCKPINS SOLD OUT Roland Park • 10:00am-11:30am Grandpas and uncles welcome! Father & Child $15++ | Additional Person $10++ Complimentary Play; Open Lanes; Country Club Casual
THANKSGIVING DINNER Roland Park • 12:00pm-4:00pm Tableside carving, live music, & family style service Adults $60++ | Children (4-12) $20++* Cocktails by Chit; Jacket & Tie; Sole Dining Option; To book a private room, contact events@bcc1898.com; To-go orders are not available on this date November 2021
WREATH DECORATING SOLD OUT Roland Park • 10:00am-12:00pm or 7:00pm-9:00pm Decorate a pre-made fresh wreath! $85++ per Person (Includes materials, glass of champagne, & hors d'oeuvres) Registration Deadline: 11/7; 100% Non-refundable; Additional Cocktails by Chit; Country Club Casual
CLUB EVENTS
DECEMBER
WREATH DECORATING Roland Park • 10:00am-12:00pm or 7:00pm-9:00pm Decorate a pre-made fresh wreath! $85++ per Person (Includes materials, glass of champagne, & hors d'oeuvres) Registration Deadline: 11/7; 100% Non-refundable; Additional Cocktails by Chit; Country Club Casual
CHILDREN'S SANTA PARTY on page 9 Roland Park • December 11 & 18
CHILDREN'S GINGERBREAD PARTY on page 9 CHRISTMAS MOVIE PJ BREAKFAST on page 9
32ND ANNUAL FASHION SHOW on page 8 HOLIDAY CHAMPAGNE BRUNCH Roland Park • December 5 , 12, & 19 • 11:00am-2:00pm A festive brunch with live music! Adults $60++ | Children (4-12) $35++* (Includes flute of champagne) 12/5: Complimentary family photos available until 1:30pm Private Rooms Available--contact events@bcc1898.com; BCC Holiday Attire
ADULT GINGERBREAD PARTY on page 8 FIRESIDE LUNCH on page 8 Roland Park • December 8-10, 15-17 • 11:00am-1:00pm HOLIDAY DINNER BUFFETS on page 9 Roland Park • December 9 , 10, 11, 15-18, 21-23
JANUARY 2022
WINE SOCIETY: CABERNET VARIETALS Roland Park • 6:30pm-8:00pm Free to Wine Society Members | $30++ Non-Wine Society Members (Includes hors d'oeuvres) Additional Cocktails by Chit; Country Club Casual
DUELING PIANOS Roland Park • 6:00pm-11:00pm Members $75++ | Guests $85++ (Includes dinner buffet) Place wine bottle orders on the Club Calendar Cocktails by Chit; Country Club Casual
BCC'S 124TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION Roland Park • 5:00pm-9:00pm Join us for a special À la Carte menu full of BCC favorites. Complimentary flute of champagne & cake pop Make an À la Carte Reservation; Country Club Casual
WINTER SOIRÉE Roland Park • 7:00pm Dnn't miss the food and wine event of the season with live music, cocktailing, and food stations! $75++ per Person Cocktails by Chit; Country Club Casual
FAMILY BINGO NIGHT Roland Park • 5:00pm-7:00pm Play to win fun prizes! $5++ (Includes one bingo card & complimentary snacks) Additional Cards $5 Each Beverages by Chit; Country Club Casual
TRIVIA NIGHT Roland Park • 6:00pm-9:00pm $45++ per Person (Includes dinner & glass of wine) 10 Players Maximum per Team; Cocktails by Chit; Country Club Casual
CHEF'S TABLE Roland Park • 5:00pm-8:30pm Learn tips and tricks from our talented Culinary team! $65++ per Person (Includes hors d'oeuvres, dinner, & one complimentary beverage) Additional Beverages by Chit; Country Club Casual
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FITNESS & WELLNESS
THE POWER OF
PILATES By Gina Frank, Group Exercise Instructor
Pilates is an excellent way to get your body moving, improve your core and alignment, and your golf game. The Club offers several Pilates Reformer classes on our Group Exercise schedule. One goal of adding Pilates into your workout routine is to develop more efficient movement patterns which will transfer over into your daily routine. When you move through exercises mindfully, allowing yourself to fully explore different ways of doing the same thing, your body moves in a more positive way and can get stronger.
While participating in our Pilates classes, we use a variety of props alongside the reformer. Props are a great way to give you an extra challenge while adding some fun to your practice. Below are some of the you will see in one of our Reformer Pilates classes. Check out our Group Exercise Schedule and/or contact Gina at gfrank@bcc1898.com for private sessions for some Pilates fun! ◆
Mini Ball
Super versatile for support of the head and lower back
Theraband
Used to support and guide the body while adding a little more resistance
Dowel
A tool used to develop a strong core and enhance the practice
Magic Circle
Used to strengthen muscles, improve areas like inner and outer thighs, upper arms, and chest with resistance
Jumpboard & Trampoline
Accessories often used for plyometric training, adding a little cardio to your workout
Block
Used to support alignment
Pilates Reformer
A traditional piece of equipment that looks like a bed with springs, a sliding carriage, ropes, and pulleys. There are five springs, using only a few at a time to add resistance depending on the exercise and muscle(s) being worked 10
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FITNESS & WELLNESS
STRESS & FOOD
By Vanessa O’Brey, Health, Wellness, & Life Coach When you are stressed out, the foods most reach for are likely to be traditional “comfort” foods—like a big meal, take-out, greasy foods, sweet foods, and alcohol. However, this is not a great solution. When your body is not getting the proper nutrition, you can begin to feel less energetic, more lethargic, and in some cases unable to concentrate and focus—all leading to added stress. The best way to fight stress is to have a healthy, balanced diet and choose foods that not only make you feel healthier overall, but can improve your mental health and stress levels. Some of the best stress-fighting foods include avocado, blueberries, chocolate, walnuts, pistachios, green leafy vegetables, fermented foods, chamomile tea, oatmeal, and grass-fed beef. Choosing these stressbusting foods will help heal and calm your mind permanently, rather than providing a temporary fix.
THAI YOGA MASSAGE BENEFITS FOR GOLFERS By Marissa Loforte, Personal Coach & Thai Yoga Massage Practitioner
Within a 60-minute Thai Yoga Massage session, the avid golfer will relax and rejuvenate their body to be ready to walk their next 18 holes with fewer aches and pains. I teach the power of breath and mind-body connection. The golfer learns how to deep belly breathe, which allows physical tension to release and helps you enter a state of mediation. I synchronizes my breath to the golfer while I press and knead the muscles and gently guide you into yoga stretches. As a result, the golfer will gain mobility and flexibility that directly impacts the ease and comfort of their golf swing. Thai Yoga Massage is a proactive and active recovery for the golf season that is encouraged!
Another way to ensure you are choosing stress-fighting foods is meal prepping for your week. Planning your meals wisely is key to staying physically fit and healthy and staying mentally strong, avoiding bad choices, and being able to manage your levels of stress best.
To schedule your Thai Yoga Massage session, email Marissa at mloforte@bcc1898.com.
For more information on Health, Wellness, & Life Coaching, contact Vanessa at vobrey@bcc1898.com.
YOGA & GOLF?
By Rebecca Printen, Therapeutic Yoga Instructor Does yoga really help improve your golf game? The answer is a clear YES! Here's why many golfers have embraced the practice of yoga to improve their game: MENTAL FOCUS. Yoga incorporates meditation which helps calm the mind and increase concentration. The ability to work with the mind can be taken off the mat and onto the course.
STRENGTH & ENDURANCE. Yoga requires strength. To get in and out of poses and hold them—the body builds strength. Yoga increases muscle strength in the entire body, but especially the core.
FLEXIBILITY. Being flexible can help with any sport, especially to prevent injuries. The golf swing coils and uncoils the spine over the lower body. Good flexibility equals more power behind your swing.
Make no mistake—golfers are athletes, and athletes should keep their bodies in shape. Yoga and golf both use mind and body to achieve success. Yoga makes sense for a golfer who wants to be at the top of their game!
BALANCE. Along with improved balance, yoga also helps with stability. A strong golf swing must include stability. Good stability and balance will increase your confidence on the course.
Join Rebecca Monday nights at 6:00pm for Alignment Yoga for Golfers (Pre-registration is required via the Fitness and/ or Club Calendar). ◆
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GOLF SHOP
GIFT GUIDE
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1. BOSS Water Bottles (Black, White, Silver) $43 2. Assorted Men’s Sweaters (S-XXL) Prices Vary 3. TERVIS Tumblers with BCC Logo (Sold individually, 2-pack, or 4-pack) Prices Vary 4. Soft Creations Teddy Bears Small $21, Large $28 5. Titleist Golf Balls (Assorted Styles) Prices Vary 6. Imperial Five Farms Pom Beanies (Assorted Colors) $24 7. Signs by the Sea BCC Fire Pit Small $249.99, Large $499.99 8. Assorted Men’s Long Sleeve Polos (S-XXL) Prices Vary 9. Men's Peter Millar Embroidered Belts (Sizes 32-42; Additional sizes by request) $75 10. YRI Ribbon Belts Men's $43, Juniors $25
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11. Assorted Men’s Vests (S-XXL) Prices Vary 12. YETI Tumblers with BCC Logo 10 oz $30, 20 oz $35, 30 oz $40 13. Ladies' Polo RLX Quilted Fleece Jacket $195 14. Smather’s & Branson Needlepoint Key Chains (Assorted Colors) $25 15. Ladies' Zero Restriction Quilted Vests (XS-XXL; Assorted Styles) $185 16. Club Glove Micro-Fiber Caddy Towel $26 17. Men's Imperial Hammond Mesh Rope Hat with Retro Patch Logo $26 18. Imperial Blankets with BCC Logo (Dark Gray, Light Gray, Light Blue) $45 19. Daphne Headcovers (Assorted Styles) $29 20. US Kids Golf Sets Prices Vary
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GOLF
TIPS FROM THE PRO
By Stephen Oberstadt, Lead Assistant Professional
Navigate Your Way to Lower Scores Short game is one of the quickest ways to improve your score and an area of all our games that doesn’t quite get the love and attention it deserves. Here are some tips on ways to effectively navigate your way onto the greens and to lower scores.
Simplify your goal.
Use the “law of the land”.
Anytime we find ourselves greenside, golfers often think small. We use the flag as our final resting place when our main goal should be to have the putter in our hand on the next shot. If our goal is to consistently be on the green for our next shot, some of the pressure to perform and level of difficulty disappears.
Just like in corporate America, investing in land is a good option. Around the greens, we can use the same mentality. What I mean by this, is to get the ball on the ground as quickly as possible and use the land to get to your destination. Too often players reach for the high-lofted, high degree of difficulty option around the greens when less loft will do the trick. Try reaching for that pitching wedge, 9 or 8 iron to get the ball rolling a putt quicker.
Ask yourself, where would I like to putt from? Everyone who has played at BCC before knows you must stay below the hole at all costs. Keep this in the front of your mind when pitching or chipping around the greens. Survey the area around the hole in a 5 to 10 ft circle to find a flat, uphill putt. Aiming towards this area and leaving yourself a makable putt of longer distance, can often be more effective than a short putt of higher difficulty.
GENTLEMEN'S MEMBER-MEMBER INVITATIONAL INVITATIONAL CHAMPIONS Dennis Hill & George Watson
FLIGHT WINNERS Baltimore Country Club David Feeley & Michael O’Neil
San Francisco Hayward Howard & Jonathan Spivey
Shawnee Eric Smith & Jason Smith
Winged Foot Roger Kelly & Steven Wieczynski
Ridgewood Jeremy Pollock & John Lindsay
Baltusrol Greg Pyne & Greg Hogan
Rochester Brian Sheahan & Kevin Tehan
Bethpage Black Robert Dunbar & Wallace Bennett
Somerset Hills David Ford & Scott Shaughnessy
Oak Hills Bart Aldridge & Guy Gemmill
Quaker Ridge Alexander Cameron & Ronald Tutrone
Philadelphia Cricket Club Matthew Nardangeli & Pearson Hill
Scarsdale Garrett Pfeifer & James Meek
Newport Tom Halleron & Peter Korzenewski
Brook Hollow Dennis Hill & George Watson
Kansas City Ashley Thompson & Brian McGettigan 14
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GROUNDS
GREENKEEPER'S UPDATE Temperatures were mild for most of October and we avoided any incidences of heavy frost. Unfortunately, colder weather is coming, and heavy frost occurs when night and morning temperatures drop to a point where water freezes inside the plant and forms very sharp ice crystals. Pressure from foot, vehicular, and animal traffic on rigid, frozen turf ruptures the cells within the plant and causes injury or even death of the plant. Delays in morning start times will be necessary due to this weather event. Please be mindful during the late fall and winter months that temperatures do not allow for any recovery of playing surfaces. Continue to repair your ball marks, replace your divots, and wherever possible, rotate from where you tee off to reduce wear and tear from concentrated areas. The less damage from the winter will translate into better playing conditions in the spring. The bermudagrass on the Driving Range and West Course tees have been seeded to perennial ryegrass. This is part of a two-grass system strategy that utilizes the warm season grasses in the hot summer months and cool season grasses in fall, winter, and spring. To ensure the Driving Range tees are in the best possible condition next season, starting this past week, all play from the south end (near the Golf House) will be from the mats, and extended practice on the north end (Back Range) will remain on the grass until November 1. Once growth stops for the season, the tees will be covered with a fabric to enhance the growth of the overseed and protect the bermudagrass against winter kill. For the greens to remain healthy and in the best possible condition for next season, we will be completing core aeration followed by sand topdressing to fill the holes on the West Course. We will be performing an additional practice called Drill-and-Fill on greens that are slow to drain and stay wet for extended periods. This process drills holes up to 12 inches deep into the putting green on 6-inch centers, removing soil and backfilling each hole with sand to create deep sand columns in the root zone. On the East Course, we will complete traditional core aeration and topdressing followed by DryJect sand injection. This machine uses high
Drill-and-Fill machine
pressure water to inject sand into the putting green profile to reduce organic matter and improve surface firmness. We hope you are enjoying the fall weather and have a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday! ◆
Tim Kennelly, CGCS Head Greenkeeper
East & West Course Closures • The East Course will be closed Monday, November 1, 2, & 3 for aeration • The West Course will be closed for fairway aeration on November 29 & 30 • The East Course will be closed for fairway aeration on December 1 • The East Course will be closed for the season on December 1 15
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RACQUETS
RACQUETS IN THE FALL Paddle season is back and the Racquets Team is excited to announce two additions to our paddle program. We will be adding a second Division III Men’s Interclub team, which will open up additional spots for frequent competition for men looking to gain competitive paddle experience. On the women’s side, there will be a new weekly open play on Mondays from 5:30pm-7:00pm for players of all levels. Men’s open play will continue to be held on Mondays from 7:00pm-8:30pm and 8:30pm-10:00pm. Registration for all open play is now available for registration on the Club Calendar and BCC app. Stay tuned for weekly paddle clinics and contact Director of Racquets Gavin Leon at gleon@bcc1898.com or Head Racquets Professional Collin Johns at cjohns@bcc1898.com to schedule paddle lessons. The Paddle Hut carpet has been replaced and the outdoor deck upgraded. Balls will continue to be available by chit and demo paddles are available upon request. Master paddles are available for purchase in the Roland Park Pro
Shop. The Racquets Team looks forward to welcoming you back to the paddle courts! The squash season is also under way. Exciting things to try out this season at squash are Cardio Squash, Junior Clinics, Adult Singles Clinics, and Adult Doubles Clinics. Our annual Jingle Mingle holiday event is back this year. Don't forget to register before spots fill up! For more information on squash events and programming, visit the Racquets Calendar on the BCC website or contact Director of Squash Wade Johnstone at wjohnstone@bcc1898.com. We hope to see you on the courts! ◆
Gavin Leon Director of Racquets
RACQUETS BANQUET SAVE THE DATE Friday, February 18 | Roland Park | 6:00pm
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MAIN NUMBERS
Fitness Center RP 410.554.8001 x1307 FF 410.554.8017 Golf House: 410.561.3381 Tennis House: 410.889.4474 Racquets Pro Shop: 410.467.1208
DINING HOURS Roland Park Tuesday-Sunday | 11:00am-9:00pm
RESERVATIONS
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