January Newsletter 2015

Experience

Oxbow Country Club Newsletter January 2015

IN THIS ISSUE...

Message From Sedi Halvorson, General Manager……….Page 2

CLUB HOURS OF OPERATION

Upcoming Events, Alison Molony……………………………….Page 3 Chef James’ Recipe of the Month……………………………….Page 4

Administrative Office Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

News From the Fairway……………………………………………...Page 5

Winter Brunch/Family Day Information……………………...Page 7

Dining Hours: Thursday-Friday Saturday Sunday

Beer Dinner Information…………………………………………….Page 8

Clubhouse Phone Number:

Date/Movie Night……………………………………………………….Page 6

4:00 PM - 9:00 PM 11:00 AM- 9:00 PM 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM 701.588.4666

2014: A Year in Photos………………………………………...Page 9 - 12

JOIN US FOR HAPPY HOUR! 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM, Thursday - Sunday

1/2 Price Appetizers* *not valid on to-go orders FOLLOW YOUR CLUB ON:

www.oxbowcc.com

BOARD OF DIRECTORS CHRIS HOLLAND - PRESIDENT DAVE CAMPBELL - VICE PRESIDENT TAMI HENKE - SECRETARY JAY BARTLEY

DJ RIEGER

CHRIS CHAMP

BRITTON MATTSON

JEFF KRUGER

JOE TALLEY

MANAGEMENT STAFF SEDI HALVORSON GENERAL MANAGER SEDI@OXBOWCC.COM; EXT. 29

ALISON MOLONY MEMBER ENGAGEMENT & EVENTS ALISON@OXBOWCC.COM; EXT. 12

JAMES KERR EXECUTIVE CHEF CHEF@OXBOWCC.COM; EXT. 22

TOM KEPPEL CONTROLLER ACCOUNTING@OXBOWCC.COM; EXT. 10

SEDI HALVORSON GENERAL MANAGER

Hello and Happy New Year! In my first article, I just want to tell you all how excited I am to be a member of the Oxbow Country Club team! I am thrilled to have the opportunity to help guide this club through the many changes that will be taking place over the next few years and beyond. It is truly an honor to join such a great team here at the club. I look forward to meeting all of you that I do not know in the near future. I want to thank all of you who have been kind enough to send welcome messages and congratulations over the past couple of weeks.

During the next few weeks, I will be focusing on getting up to speed on the many aspects of our golf course and clubhouse changes, getting to know all of the teammates here at the Club, and learning as much as I possibly can. Oxbow will be going through many great changes, as well as many challenges associated with those changes in the coming years. The great part about this project is we have so many members who are active in shaping the future of Oxbow CC through our clubhouse committees. Please let me know if you are interested in being a part of one of the three committees. The committees are facilities planning, interiors, and construction.

In closing, I want to thank my predecessor and friend Joel Livingood for the amazing job he did here at Oxbow in his three years, and for his assistance during this transition. I also want to thank Mike Reek for his work as interim GM over the past month and half, as well as his assistance in the future. I also want to thank the Board of Directors for this opportunity to serve all of you at YOUR club.

JOHN DAHL, PGA HEAD GOLF PRO JDGOLF@OXBOWCC.COM

~ Sedi

DAVID WOOD SUPERINTENDENT DAVIDW@OXBOWCC.COM 2

ALISON MOLONY Director of Member Engagement & Events

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Happy 2015, everyone! Though the ground has frozen and temperatures are dipping below zero, we are still very busy at Oxbow. Planning for the 2015 summer season is underway...get ready for another exciting year ahead!

Here are a couple of reminders for the off-season: Remember that you are responsible for a $50/month food and beverage minimum. I encourage you to attend one of our events in order to achieve this amount! We put on 2-3 events each month during the winter. They can be a great way to spend your minimum, as well as enjoy a fun outing at your club!

During the off-season, the restaurant is open limited hours: Thursday from 4 PM - 9 PM, Friday from 4 PM - 9 PM, Saturday from 11 AM - 9 PM, and Sunday from 11 AM - 8 PM. Plan ahead to come out and try selections from our delicious winter menu, and enjoy the fireplace and winter scenery!

Friday, January 9th

Date/Movie Night

7:00 PM: Showtime This Month’s Movie: How to Train Your Dragon 2

Saturday, January 10th

Watch the Bison Game!

12:00 PM: Kick-off 1/2 Price Wings, Drink Specials

Sunday, January 25th

Winter Brunch & Family Day

10:00 AM - 1:00 PM: Brunch Reservations 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM: Kid’s Activities

Thursday, February 5th

Beer Dinner

Mark your calendar!

More details to come!

Saturday, February 14th

Valentine’s Day

Call the club for reservations!

Friday, February 20th

Date/Movie Night

7:00 PM: Showtime Movie: TBA

As an Oxbow member, you enjoy waived room rental for any event you host at your club. Contact Alison to plan your next company dinner, bridal shower, anniversary, or any other get together!

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Chef James’

December was a great month! Thanks to everyone who came out for Brunch With Santa--it was a great day. Keep your eyes open for the great things we have in store in the upcoming months!

INGREDIENTS 3

Quarts

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Asparagus Base (1 pound asparagus and 3 quarts water: boiled, pureed, and strained) Chopped Onion

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Cups

Chicken Stock

2

Tbsp

Butter

2

Tbsp

All-Purpose Flour

1

Tsp

Salt

1

Pinch

Ground Black Pepper

1

Cup

Cream

1/2

Cup

Sour Cream

1

Tsp

Fresh Lemon Juice

1

Pinch

Nutmeg

1/4

Tsp

Cayenne

1. In a large saucepan, combine asparagus, chopped onion, and chicken stock. Cover and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat and simmer, about 12 minutes.

2. In the same saucepan, melt the butter over mediumlow heat. Stir in the flour, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring constantly, for two minutes. Stir in the asparagus puree and the cream.

3. Put the sour cream in a small bowl and stir in a ladleful of hot soup. Add the sour cream mixture and the lemon juice to the soup. Stir while heating the soup to serving temperature, but don’t allow it to boil.

David Wood Superintendent This month, I want to say a special “Thank You� to Ben Arvidson, my Assistant Superintendent.

He has been a fantastic addition to Oxbow this year!

David Wood

When did you start at Oxbow?

March of 2014 Where did you grow up?

Howard Lake, MN Where did you attend school?

Chippewa Valley Tech for Landscape and Turf Management What is your favorite part about Oxbow?

The opportunity to work outside year-round with my great co-workers.

What do you like to do in your spare time?

Attend sporting events, play golf, and spend time at the lake.

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