PineNeedler MEMBER NEWSLETTER
FEBRUARY 2015
Pine Lake Country Club Since 1952 | Country Life . . . Club Setting
From the General Manager by Travis Dale
T his is the time of year where we all dream about warm weather, sandy beaches, and playing golf in shorts. It is also the time of year when we start to look at our New Year resolutions and consider the many changes we wish to make in our lives. Most of us would like to shed a few pounds, eat better, exercise, set new goals, or use the club more. The leadership team and I are beginning to create an outline for 2015 that will let you do just that! Please make sure to check out the many upcoming events on the clubs website, “like” our Facebook page, and take advantage of the weekly and monthly newsletters. There is a lot going on at the club and we do not want you to miss out on a moment of it! As our own “New Years Resolution”, we have been assessing our clubs resources and facilities, and analyzing opportunities to feature new wellness, fitness, and exercise programs. We have now met with several fitness experts and industry professionals to see what we could begin to offer you and your family. We have discussed the following options that could expand the amenities we currently offer: • Wellness Seminars • Lunch and Learning: Biometrics & Assessments • Wellness Coaching • Fitness Testing • A Run & Cycle Club • Nutrition Coaching • Group and Personal Training • Corrective Exercise and Performance Enhancement • Pre/Postnatal Training • Geriatric & Youth Fitness Programs • Martial Arts and Self Defense Classes • Yoga, Massage & Bodywork • Stress Management • Sports Specific Training (Golf, Tennis, Athletics) • Volleyball • Summer Camps If you would be interested in any of these new programs and activities, please stop by to speak with me, call, or send an email. As I always like to say, “A busy club is a healthy club”. We are also striving to create new opportunities to serve our younger members. We have traditionally offered an annual summer golf camp and a tennis camp, but we are always open to new ideas! These camps would run from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday through Friday, for some length of time between 2 and 8 weeks throughout the summer. If you are looking for an alternative to “day care” and want your children to learn and grow in a safe and familiar environment, this is a great way to use your club this summer! If “Camp Pine Lake” sounds like something you and your children would be interested in, please let me know your thoughts so we can begin to outline our summer program. We would like to feature different camps which would include many assorted structured activities such as lunch and snacks, swimming, crafts, projects, indoor and outdoor fitness and educational games. Please contact me with any feedback regarding type, length, and pricing for these exciting camps! In 2015 we will also look at new ways to recruit members through many exciting promotions for you. One of the incentives that we are implementing immediately is a bring-a-friend promotion. If you recruit a new member, you will receive an account credit for one month of their monthly dues. So if you have a friend, co-worker or know someone who is new to the area, be sure to tell them about Pine Lake! In conclusion, staff education and training is a priority for our club in 2015. Please know this is a large operation and we are working diligently to improve our current level of service in all areas of the club. If we fall short of your expectations please let me know, and vice versa, please share with me when we “hit a home run”! I would love to hear any and all feedback regarding our level of service. Our goal is always to think outside of the box and offer many new and exciting ways to remain member-focused and optimize the use of your club. I would like to ensure our club offers the events and programs that you and your entire family are looking for and more, so please do not hesitate to contact me with any feedback regarding your experience at Pine Lake. My team and I look forward to seeing you at the club!
Travis Travis Dale General Manager
Course Report
by Richard McDanel, Certified Golf Course Superintendent
Main Phone/Reservations 704-545-4513
Travis Dale General Manager 704-409-3161 Travis@PineLakeCountryClub.com Abby Brand Club Controller 704-409-3164 Abby@PineLakeCountryClub.com Lori Fitzpatrick Club Accountant 704-409-3160 Lori@PineLakeCountryClub.com Rachel McGee Receptionist/ Executive Assistant 704-545-4153 Rachel@PineLakeCountryClub.com
Richard McDanel Golf Course Superintendent 704-545-5995 Richard@PineLakeCountryClub.com Luke Smith Head Golf Professional 704-409-3165 Luke@PineLakeCountryClub.com Robert Stephens Tennis Director 704-409-3168 Robert@PineLakeCountryClub.com
Ken Snyder Executive Chef 704-409-3170 Ken@PineLakeCountryClub.com Maureen Bryant Lounge Manager 704-409-3163 Maureen@PineLakeCountryClub.com Nicole Kane Assistant Clubhouse Manager Nicole@PineLakeCountryClub.com
We do many things on a day-to-day basis that directly benefit not only
the golf course property, but also our neighbors. It is our job to produce an aesthetically appealing property that is constantly striving to be as environmentally responsible as possible. In managing our lakes we use biological controls that include bacteria and enzymes that break down excess nutrients, algae and debris. Dyes are also used to limit light penetration into the pond profile inhibiting the growth of many aquatic plants. The steady flow of water across our property allows for a less stagnant situation that would be advantageous for the growth of nuisance plants and algae. Occasionally if a severe outbreak passes our set threshold of acceptance, a labeled aquatic control will be used. Pesticides have rapidly evolved from old chemistries such as mercury based, to new safer low use technologies. Products that move through the soil too readily are slowly being taken from the market. The past 3 years we have eliminated restricted use pesticides from our arsenal completely. You, as a homeowner, can now purchase most of the same chemicals we use, but many are just branded under a different name for the lawn and landscape market. To reduce fertilizer runoff we apply long-chain release varieties. Temperature and moisture meter the nutrients from these products slowly, reducing spikes in growth and runoff. Buffers surrounding lake edges also catch particles that might move by wind or rainfall. Many out-of-play areas have been allowed to return to more natural settings. These areas are cut once each season to reduce woody plant growth. This enhances an animal habitat and reduces equipment use, which in turn saves operating hours, fuel costs and carbon monoxide release. Trees located in these areas that die are allowed to stand and become perches and homes for birds and many other animals. Although the majority of our property is in use, we feel many steps have been taken to improve our environmental stewardship.
Richard Richard McDanel Golf Course Superintendent
Golf News
by Luke Smith, Head Golf Professional
The 2014 Tournament Season was a success, most events throughout the year had grown
in participation over 2013 and we added two new tournaments.
A big thank you to the Golf Committee headed up by Chip Busker and Barb Garret, along with 2014 committee members: Truman Klipstein, William McDowel, Carole Copp, Marilyn Folnsbee, Devrin Avant and Joanne Assad. As always all events were fiercely competitive and fairly fought out, here is the list of winners from our main club events this year: Men’s Club Champion: Ladies Club Champion: Junior Club Champion: Men’s Sr Club Champion: Men’s Presidents Cup Champion: Ladies Presidents Cup Champions: Husband & Wife Champions: Spring Member-Member Men’s Gross: Spring Member-Member Men’s Net: Spring Member-Member Ladies: Men’s Member-Member Gross: Men’s Member-Member Net:
Darryl Ehlers Ann Boyles Jonathan Brightwell John Fritz Tony Garagiola Carol Burnett & Teresa Sabrinsky Barry & Carol Burnett Walt Andrews & Steve Hiney Ritchie Love & Chris Woods Teresa Sabrinsky & Carol Lee Scott Burnett & Barry Burnett Gene Lee & David Rose
As we look forwards to our 2015 Tournament Season, please remember that if you have any suggestions to please contact Luke or a member of the Golf Committee. It is our goal to improve every year and that can only be done with your input.
GUEST FEES FOR 2015 Our Guest Fee Structure will be changing as of February 1st
Tuesday - Thursday $46 Friday - Sunday $56
Join us for a night of backyard favorites in the 19th Hole Lounge from 5:30-9 PM!
Tennis Tip
by Robert Stephens, USPTA Pro1, Head Tennis Professional
PLCC Kids Tennis Corner Dear Parents, You may be wondering why we are using smaller courts and slower balls. It may not be the way that you learned to play, and you may even be thinking that you want your child to play on the full sized court. Here are some of the many reasons why modified tennis balls and courts are fast becoming the best and most accepted way to get children to play, and then turn them into great little tennis players. Right Stuff - Courts and Equipment are scaled to the appropriate size of the child. When children are just starting out we want to make it easier for them to play, not more difficult. Using the yellow ball on the full sized court makes it much tougher for them, especially as they are smaller. In no other sport is a six or seven year old child expected to play on an adult sized field or court! More Skills - Balls bounce lower and some (red) fly slower also, allowing players to develop technical skills faster. Using these balls means that children can learn more not less. As they develop they transfer these skills, as they move from court to court, adding more coordination and complexity. No Extremes - As balls are hit in the appropriate strike zones more often players are less likely to develop extreme grips and techniques that might limit their future development both tactically and technically. Play Quicker - Players can serve, rally and score faster. This means that children feel like they can really play the game and have more fun. They are also much more likely to practice as they can play without the coach, can play with you, and with their friends. Play and Stay - Players Stay in the game because they can actually play it (not a bunch of random other games). They learn the real skills required to play, and the coaches don’t have to make up games that involve a ball and racquet but don’t actually resemble tennis at all. More Balls Please - As they can rally they will hit over 100% more balls than a player standing in line, being fed balls by the coach. No longer do children have to spend more time picking up than they do hitting. As a result they will improve much faster and also develop the essential tracking and receiving skills required for tennis. Tactical Mastery - Players develop a greater tactical awareness of the court and opponent sooner as they have the time to integrate the position of the opponent into a decision making process rather than just “winning the collision” with the ball. In short they get to “make the ball do what they want it to” and not just “cope” with the oncoming ball. Ticking all the Boxes - Red, Orange and Green tennis provides a systematic approach to developing different skills as ball trajectories change and court dimensions requires new or more advanced levels of technical and tactical skills. Players learn skills in an order meaning that they develop fewer gaps in their technical and tactical skills, or game styles. Move it - Players movement patterns are more realistic. For example 85% of shots on the tour are hit within 4 steps of the starting position. On appropriate sized courts this is very similar. Players can learn to be “on balance” and use realistic footwork and movement patterns. Also as more balls come back and rallies are longer they learn that recovery and being ready for the next shot are essential. No Robots - Players can develop a variety of game styles and skills that better suit their personality. The slower balls and smaller courts mean that players can play in all areas of the court, coming to net more often and learning to attack and defend more appropriately.
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Second Course Hearts of Romaine and Arcadian Mixed Greens Salad Drizzled with Caesar Dressing, Topped With Garlic Croutons and Manchego Cheese Or White Asparagus with Fresh Mozzarella Over Spring Mix
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Adults:
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Age 8-12: $7.95++
February 18th
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February 25th Down South Cookin’ Salad Bar Soup Mac n Cheese Country Green Beans Fried Okra Fried Chicken Mashed potatoes with Gravy Chicken Pot Pie Salisbury Steak Assorted Dessert Bar
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