February 2020
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MANAGER’S MESSAGE………………………………………………...………PAGE 3 MEMBERSHIP & MARKETING UPDATE…………………………………..…PAGE 4 EVENT COORDINATOR UPDATE……………………………………………….PAGE 5 GOLF SHOP UPDATE……..…………………………………………..………….PAGE 6 NEWS FROM THE FAIRWAY……………………………………..……………..PAGE 7 FOOD & BEVERAGE UPDATE…………………..……………………………...PAGE 8 KITCHEN UPDATE…………………………..……………………………….…...PAGE 9 FEBRUARY EVENT CALENDAR…………………………..………….……....PAGE 10 MARCH EVENT CALENDAR…………………………………….……………..PAGE 11
RECIPE OF THE MONTH…………………………………..…………….…….PAGE 12 STAY IN TOUCH ………………………………………………………….……...PAGE 13 UPCOMING EVENT DETAILS……………………………....…………...PAGE 14-17 WEEKLY SPECIALS & HOURS…………………………………………….….PAGE 18 CLUB INFO………………………………………..………………………………PAGE 19
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February 2020
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JAKE HUGHES INTERIM GENERAL MANAGER
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t’s hard to believe
GENERAL MANAGER UPDATE
February is already here, and we are
probably about two months from teeing it up again! We had a great January at the club. THANK YOU to all who came out to join us for member events and dining.
The search committee has narrowed their search down to three amazing General Manager candidates. Each candidate comes with years of experience and would be a great fit for Oxbow Country Club. The committee will be having their final interviews this month and the new General Manager should be here by the beginning of March!
I will help out as much as possible
February again offers many opportunities to experience some fun and unique events, only
during this management transition, but sadly I
offered to our members.
will be stepping away from Oxbow Country
MEMBERSHIP Although we are still in the winter
Club. It is with a heavy heart I leave the place and people I have loved to come to work with for four and half years. I couldn’t ask for a
months, we welcomed two new member
better membership! It was wonderful getting
families to the club this January. We have
to know all of you and your families
great new member promotions in full swing
throughout the years. Thank you for all the
right now! Please contact Mattie if you know
memories and experiences. I am excited to
of a prospective member family that would be
see Oxbow’s continued growth into the future.
a great fit for our club. The continued growth of our membership is vital to being able to provide you with all the fun that we have here every year!
Cheers, Jake Hughes
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MATTIE OLSON DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP & MARKETNG
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ello members!
Mid-January some members got to
I hope you
enjoy a craft class hosted by Fargo’s Unglued
are staying
craft store! Instructors came to the club and
warm and tolerating the
directed members on how to make their own
icky winter weather!
dreamcatcher-inspired wall hangings. It was
Remember—every cold,
fun seeing the final outcome! We have some
miserable day is a day
very creative individuals at our club. Unglued
closer to spring!
will be coming back to the club on February
We had our first Trivia Night of the
year this past week—it went great! 14 people won free drinks in only 3 rounds of Trivia! It was a fun night. I encourage you to join us for
9th to instruct a Unicorn Headband craft class. If this is something you or your child would like to attend, make your reservations ASAP, as there is limited availability!
our next Trivia Night on February 19th. The category for this month’s Trivia is Local Trivia—know all things Fargo and all things North Dakota! Our “Party Like an Animal” event was a blast. The Red River Zoo brought a stick bug, turtle, and prairie dog to the club and gave an interactive presentation on each animal. The prairie dog got to run around the ballroom in his plastic ball—the kids absolutely loved it!
Kids also enjoyed animal cookie decorating, face painting, games, coloring, and a dance. We look forward to hosting this event again! 4
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HEATHER HEYERMAN EVENT COORDINATOR
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ello
magazines to advertise Oxbow weddings, as
Everyone! I
well as running social media advertisements.
hope you all
We are excited to get our name out into there
have been having a
and show off our amazing space, team, and
great month despite
everything that we have to offer at the club!
the cold weather and
Other than weddings, we are also promoting
winter storms! This
our space for company meetings and social
past month I have been
events. Our space is very unique in the sense
very busy with wedding tastings and meetings
that it can be divided into 3 different sections
since we are now getting closer to summer,
to accommodate the number of guests for
a.k.a WEDDING SEASON! I know how
each event from 10 guests to 300 guests! If
exciting planning a wedding can be, and at
there is anyone that is looking for meeting
times also very stressful! I am glad I can be the
space, please reach out to me and I would love
person who helps put the big day together and
to learn more about how I can accommodate
makes a perfect, stress-free wedding!
your group and coordinate a great event for
I am looking forward to our first
you and your guests.
wedding of the season at the end of this month and of course all the weddings planned for this summer! It will be so much fun. We are getting very booked up for 2020 weddings and are now advertising for 2021. If you or someone you know is engaged, we would love to have them out to Oxbow to show them around our beautiful event space. We have been working with local 5
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COREY HERLICKSON HEAD GOLF PROFESSIONAL
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n 2020, the
take is par + handicap stroke + 2. Therefore,
way your
the highest score you can take is a 7.)
handicap is
managed will change! The World
2.) The way your handicap is calculated is changing from your ten best of twenty scores to eight best of twenty scores.
Handicap System is now in place as of Jan 6th. It has been a decade-long process to get the rules of golf and handicaps for golf all in alignment across the globe. We golf professionals will continue to learn more during the off season so we can educate you
3.) Safeguards have been added to protect your handicap index. The system will detect when scores are coming in exceptionally high on a day and it will track all scores to see if an
adjustment will need to be made to exceptionally high scores. This change will be due to abnormal playing conditions.
before the start of the golf season. We will
4.) You will have a playing handicap each time
host a handicap seminar before the season
you play. Slope rating, course rating and par
begins. This seminar will be similar to the rules
will be used to determine your playing
seminar we hosted last year. Look for the date
handicap, allowing players to compete from
to come out sometime soon.
different tees more easily. On our course you
There are 5 major changes to how your handicap will be managed (will be discussed in detail at seminar) : 1.) The highest score that you can take on any hole is net double bogey. (Ex. If you are getting one stroke on a par four, because your handicap allows it, the highest score you can
will be getting more strokes moving forward than you did last year! 5.) You will have a more responsive handicap index. Your handicap index will update the day after you post a score. If you do not post a
score it will remain the same the next day. Therefore, it is important you post your scores the same day that you play!
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DAVID WOOD SUPERINTENDENT
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ere are a
be recharged at a minimum of 30-day intervals
few tips
or charged as needed. Batteries will freeze
for
without a charge in the winter.
protecting
and prolonging your golf cart batteries:
5.) Inspect and clean the battery cables and posts at least twice a year. Remove the battery connections and clean with a battery post
1.) During the golf
brush, then spray with a corrosion preventer
season check the
before reinstalling the cable. Make sure all the
water level and wash
connections are tight. During this process
off the batteries monthly. 2.) For winter storage, batteries should be clean, fully charged and disconnected from any source of electrical drain. Fill batteries ½” above the plates with distilled water. 3.) For all vehicles, set the key switch to "OFF".
For electric RXV vehicles, make sure the 'Run/ Tow' switch is set to the "Run/Storage" position; if left in the "Tow" position, it will drain the batteries. For electric TXT vehicles, the "Run/Tow" switch should be in the "Tow/ Maintenance/Storage" position. For both vehicles the 'Run/Tow' switch is located under
the passenger seat.
check all cables and battery post clamps for wear and replace as needed. With regular maintenance and charging, a set of batteries should last five years! I would like to thank everyone that attended the 2019 Men’s Stag night in December. The Board of Director’s has committed these dollars for capital equipment purchases for the upcoming year. This year we will be adding a skid steer to our fleet. The Club has been renting a unit the past three winters for snow removal, now we will have one on site year-round. We will also be adding another
greens roller, green/tee aerator and commercial pressure washer.
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KARA SCHLIEMAN FOOD & BEVERAGE MANAGER
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appy
come anyway to enjoy Chef Scott’s amazing
February
brunch and see your favorite staff members
everyone!
dressed up as superheroes and princesses! Call
February is the month of us to create your reservations or reserve your chocolate, wine, & of
spot on our mobile app.
course… Character Brunch! One of my
favorite events of the winter is Character Brunch. Since it was so popular last year, we are going to open it up to two separate seatings this year. One will be at 10:30am and one will be at 12pm on February 23rd. It will be $24 for adults and $15 kids 3-12; kids 2 and under are free! These prices include the brunch buffet, coffee, tea, juice, milk, and crafts and activities for the kids. If you don’t have kids to bring,
This year for Valentines Day we will be serving a special menu in the restaurant. Chef
Scott will be preparing a delicious 4-course dinner to celebrate the Day of Love! Our regular menu will be available as well. We will also be featuring half-price Reserve wines to add a little extra flare to your romantic night. We hope you’ll join us!
P.S. Don’t forget come out on Wednesdays to enjoy 1/2 price bottles of wine!
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February 2020
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SCOTT MOTSCHENBACHER EXECUTIVE CHEF
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ello,
That’s about all I have for you this month. I’ll
Oxbow!
see you around the club!
We are
one month closer to golf and pool season! January was a long month. With all the snow and icy roads, I am more than ready for summer! Just a couple short months to go!
Valentine’s Dinner February 14 4-Course Dinner w/ Wine Pairings (Regular Menu Available)
February should be a very fun month at the club. This month I am hosting a pizzamaking class! This was one of the first culinary classes we did after moving to the new clubhouse. It’s back by popular demand! This
one fills up quick so be sure to sign up ASAP. We will also be hosting another wine dinner since it’s by far the most popular culinary event we have. I am still thinking about a theme for this one—if anyone has any input please let me know! For Valentine’s Day, we will be doing a special 4-course dinner. The regular dining menu will be available as well that evening.
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SUNDAY
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
1 1/2 Price Bottles of Wine
Bingo 2
3
Unicorn Headband Craft
4
10
5
11
Date Night
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1/2 Price Bottles of Wine
Pizza Cooking Class 9
Kid’s Night 7
8
Valentine’s Dinner 12
13
14
15
Trivia Night 19
20
21
22
27
28
29
1/2 Price Bottles of Wine
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17
Character Brunch 23
10
18
1/2 Price Bottles of Wine
Specialty Dinner 24
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REGISTER FOR EVENTS ON THE OXBOW CC APP OR WEBSITE! SUNDAY
MONDAY
1
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
Cooking Class
1/2 Price Bottles of Wine
2
3
THURSDAY
4 1/2 Price Bottles of Wine
Bingo 8
9
10
16
17
5
6
7
12
13
14
Paint & Plant 11
23
1/2 Price Bottles of Wine
18
Daddy/ Daughter Dance 19
1/2 Price Bottles of Wine
Specialty Dinner 22
SATURDAY
Trivia Night
Spa Craft Party 15
FRIDAY
24
20
21
27
28
Kid’s Night 25
26
1/2 Price Bottles of Wine
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For this month, I want to share a quick and easy pizza dough recipe. This will be the same recipe we will be using for the cooking class this month. Ingredients: 1 tablespoon dry active yeast 1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 cup of war water 2 ½ cups high gluten flour 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon salt Procedure: In a small mixing bowl add your yeast, sugar, and water. Stir this together with a fork and let it sit for 10 minutes. In a large mixing bowl add your remaining ingredients and the yeast and water mixture. Mix all of this together until all the flour is absorbed. Remove from the bowl and knead for 5 minutes. The kneading helps to stretch the gluten which will give the crust a nice bite after it is cooked. Place back in the bowl and let it rest for 45 minutes or until it doubles in size. You will then punch the dough until it is deflated or until your aggression is gone. You can make one
big pizza pie with this or make smaller individual doughs for the family to create their own ZA. Add some sauce cheese and toppings and bake at 400 degrees for 12-18 minutes. Enjoy!
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Kid’s Night
Bi ngo
FEBRUARY 7, 2020
5 PM
FEBRUARY 2, 2020
7 PM $10/child Drop your kids off at the ballroom to enjoy dinner and a movie, activities, and quality time with friends! We’ll watch your little ones while you enjoy a quiet dinner in the restaurant. Children must be 3-yeas-old and potty-trained to attend.
FEBRUARY 9, 2020 @ 1 PM $15/person An instructor from Unglued in downtown Fargo will be coming to the club to host a DIY Unicorn Headband class! Everyone will get to create and take home their own Unicorn Headband. All ages are welcome!
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REGISTER FOR EVENTS ON THE OXBOW CC APP OR WEBSITE!
MORE INFO TO COME— STAY TUNED!
Pizza Cooking Class
DECEMBER 31, 2019
FEBRUARY 11, 2020 @ 6PM
FEBRUARY 14, 2020 Chef Scott will be preparing a delicious 4-course dinner to celebrate the Day of Love! Our regular menu service will be available as well. We will also be featuring half-price Reserve wines for this special night! We hope to see you there!
Bring your knowledge and a group of friends to the club for Trivia Night! We will host 3 rounds of trivia and prizes will be awarded to the winning individual or team. The category for this month’s Trivia is Local Trivia—know
all things Fargo and all things North Dakota! Wednesday FEBRUARY 19, 2020 @ 7 PM
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evenings also feature 1/2 price bottles of wine!
February 2020
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ADULTS $24 KIDS 3-12 $15
Bring your kiddos to the club to meet their
KIDS 2&U FREE
biggest idols! Kids can enjoy a delicious brunch with their families, take pictures with their favorite characters, participate in games, make crafts, and show off their best moves on the dance floor! Costumes are encouraged. Reservations are required to attend. Note:
The club will be closed following the event.
FEBRUARY 25TH, 2020 *More info to come closer to date*
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Family-Style Meal Specials
1/2 price wine
4 PM—8 PM
4 PM—9 PM
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE HOURS
CLUBHOUSE HOURS
M-F
M-Tu CLOSED
9 AM - 5 PM
W-F
11AM—9 PM
TRACKMAN HOURS
Sa
11 AM—9 PM
M
CLOSED
Su
10 AM—8 PM
T-F
2 PM—10 PM
Sa-Su 10 AM—6 PM
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MANAGEMENT STAFF JAKE HUGHES - Interim General Manager
Jake@Oxbowcc.com
MATTIE OLSON - Director Membership & Marketing
Mattie@Oxbowcc.com
HEATHER HEYERMAN - Event Coordinator
Heather@Oxbowcc.com
KYLE CHRISTENSEN, CPA - Accountant
Accounting@Oxbowcc.com
DAVID WOOD - Superintendent
Davidw@Oxbowcc.com
COREY HERLICKSON, PGA - Head Golf Professional
Corey@Oxbowcc.com
PEGGY SOLA - Golf Shop Merchandiser
Peggy@Oxbowcc.com
SCOTT MOTSCHENBACHER - Executive Chef
Chef@Oxbowcc.com
BOARD OF DIRECTORS PRESIDENT
SCOTT DIFFERDING
VICE PRESIDENT
ROGER CAMPBELL
SECRETARY/TREASURER
JIM NYHOF
DIRECTOR
SHANNON CAMPBELL
DIRECTOR
CHRIS CHAMP
DIRECTOR
TAMI HENKE
DIRECTOR
MIKE PODOLAK
DIRECTOR
CRAIG RISE
DIRECTOR
BILL SHORT
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