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The Verve The Verve Ryan Eckroat beats Josh Cordova in Men’s Game once again!

Greetings from the Agronomy Team, Through a combination of factors, we are seeing some course conditions this summer that are not what we have all come to enjoy at Winchester. As such, we hope to address some of the questions and comments we have received regarding current golf course conditions. As is frequently seen, there has been a cumulative effect, some factors were planned and within our control, others came from beyond our reach.

It is absolutely our desire to provide a golf course that you enjoy and are proud to call home, as well as one that is moving forward in a positive direction for the future.

At the beginning of this season we developed a plan of action to combat the intrusion of Poa annua on our golf course. Although we will always have some Poa on property, our objective is to preserve the bentgrass putting surfaces for as long as possible. Poa annua is the only turfgrass that exists on every continent and Winchester is located in a region where it gains the competitive advantage over ryegrass and bentgrass for 7 months of the year. The summer months provide the best opportunity to suppress the growth, seed production, and overall health of this undesirable turfgrass species.

The combination of a strong growth regulation program and high temperatures has significantly impacted the population of Poa annua on our fairways and approaches. While successful in eliminating patches of Poa annua, an unfortunate side effect has been areas on our fairways that are not optimal; leaving portions pocketed and devoid of turfgrass. In the long term this reduction will benefit our course as we aim to reestablish ryegrass back into these locations. It is, however, unlikely to achieve successful ryegrass germination until soil temperatures decrease during mid to late September. Ryegrass performs very well in the shoulder months and off season and while capable of surviving the warm summer climate of this region, does not thrive when sustained soil temperatures increase above 75°. As is seen with all cool season turfgrasses, the root system diminishes between June and September leaving plant tissue more susceptible to stress factors such as heat and traffic. The month of July has been more than 3° hotter on average which further impacts the root structure. Below is a quick comparison of weather data from 2016 and 2017: The teeing ground at our practice facility also faced a significant amount of stress this summer. After consulting our Vice President of Agronomy we are optimistic that future agronomic strategies can improve conditions this fall and during the 2018 summer season. Going forward we will be overseeding these surfaces heavily in both the spring and fall to increase turf density. Three annual deep core aerifications in conjunction with soil amendments and fertilizer applications to encourage plant health will aid in evening the tee surface and retaining ryegrass through the summer.

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90-99 Days

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Another initiative for this season was to aggressively treat goosegrass and dallisgrass intrusion. We are happy to announce the herbicide trials have been very successful at controlling these weeds, which had infested the practice tee and the fairway on hole 1 in previous years. We will be expanding this treatment area over the next few weeks to remove these summer annual weeds from teeing surfaces throughout the golf course. As expected, it did create an eyesore in the treated areas, but also as planned we are already seeing healthy ryegrass growing back from beneath the weed canopy.

Like every golf course, one of our ongoing projects is making routine repairs and updates to our irrigation and drainage systems. Every day our team is in the field examining irrigation coverage, replacing failing components, and discovering opportunities to improve upon our existing system. While this is a routine practice for every course, when these components are found to be in need of replacement during periods of excessive heat, it is not uncommon to see areas experiencing noticeable heat stress, especially in a cool season ryegrass turf stand.

One benefit to this summer’s heat has been its positive affect on #8 fairway. As the soil saturation levels in this area improved, you have likely seen that we’ve begun exploratory work on our drainage lines. With the amount of rain we received this winter, we expect that some drainage lines are in need of repair and will be working on this for the remainder of the summer and fall season. Fortunately though, we’ve now been able to mow this area at more normal heights and fewer tee shots are embedding as compared to earlier in the season. We will continue to mark areas as Ground Under Repair as appropriate, but we are just as happy as you to see this fairway drying out.

We understand that the aesthetics of a golf course is as important to the experience as the playability and course conditioning are. Maintaining course conditions is a process and although we are in a more challenging stage, it will become a thing of the past. Our team is excited to tackle the issues we uncover and make improvements throughout this wonderful property.

Best regards,

Daniel Cruse Golf Course Superintendent

August 2017 SUNDAY

MONDAY

TUESDAY 1

WEDNESDAY 2

Blue Tee Men's Game Member Tee Group 9:00am Water Aerobics 4:00pm Yin Yang Yoga 6:oopm Member Town Hall

8:30am Indoor Cycling 10:00am Indoor Cycling 5:30pm Cycle Sculpt

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9:00am Water Aerobics Ladies' 9 n Dine 5:45pm Indoor Cycling 7:00pm GUEST SPEAKER: Fantasy Football

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8:30am HIKE: Birds, Bronze, & Brunch 1:00pm Indoor Cycling 5:30pm Cycle Sculpt

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9:00am Water Aerobics Ladies' 9 n Dine 3:00-5:00pm CPR/First Aid/ AED Certification 5:45pm Indoor Cycling

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Green and Gold Golf Tournament

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9:00am Water Aerobics 10:30am Ladies' 9 Hole Guest Day 5:45pm Indoor Cycling 7:00pm Fantasy Football Draft

Blue Tee Men's Game Member Tee Group 9:00am Water Aerobics 4:00pm Yin Yang Yoga

8:30am Indoor Cycling 10:00am Indoor Cycling 5:30pm Cycle Sculpt

9:00am Water Aerobics Ladies' 9 n Dine 5:45pm Indoor Cycling

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Blue Tee Men's Game Member Tee Group 9:00am Water Aerobics 4:00pm Yin Yang Yoga

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Blue Tee Men's Game Member Tee Group 9:00am Water Aerobics 4:00pm Yin Yang Yoga

8:30am Indoor Cycling 10:00am Indoor Cycling 5:30pm Cycle Sculpt

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8:30am Indoor Cycling 10:00am Indoor Cycling 5:30pm Cycle Sculpt

Blue Tee Men's Game Member Tee Group 9:00am Water Aerobics 4:00pm Yin Yang Yoga

THURSDAY 3

FRIDAY 4

8:30am Ladies' Day Shotgun 8:30am Indoor Cycling 10:00am Indoor Cycling 4:15pm TRX

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Men's Game 11:00am Stretch 'n Roll

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8:30am Ladies' Day Shotgun 8:30am Indoor Cycling 10:00am Indoor Cycling NO 4:15pm TRX

Men's Game 11:00am Stretch 'n Roll

8:30am Ladies' Day Shotgun 8:30am Indoor Cycling 10:00am Indoor Cycling 4:15pm TRX

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9:00am Cycle Sculpt

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Men's Game 11:00am Stretch 'n Roll

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8:30am Ladies' Day Shotgun 8:30am Indoor Cycling 10:00am Indoor Cycling NO 4:15pm TRX

9:00am Yoga 101

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SATURDAY

9:00am Yoga 101 5:00pm Duckhorn Wine Dinner

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Men's Game NO 11:00am Stretch 'n Roll

Green & Gold Golf Tournament 9:00am Cycle Sculpt

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Ladies' Mini Invitational 8:30am Indoor Cycling 10:00am Indoor Cycling 4:15pm TRX

Classes are complimentary with WCC membership. Registration on ForeTees is requested for: Indoor Cycling, Cycle Sculpt, TRX, F & B Events Listed.

Food & Beverage

Thursday 27th| Dining Room Lunch Service 10:00am -4:00pm Pub Menu 4:00pm-6:00pm Dinner Service 5:30pm -8:00pm Friday 28th| Dining Room Lunch Service 10:00am -4:00pm Pub Menu 4:00pm-6:00pm Dinner Service 5:30pm -8:00pm Saturday 29th| Dining Room Lunch Service 10:00am -4:00pm Pub Menu 4:00pm-6:00pm Sunday 30th| Dining Room Brunch Service 9:00am -2:00pm Lunch Service 11:00am -5:00pm Monday 31st| Pub Lunch Service 10:00am -4:00pm Pub Menu 4:00pm-6:00pm Wednesday, August 2nd| Pub Lunch Service 10:00am -4:00pm Pub Menu 4:00pm-6:00pm

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August 19th

Harvest Dinner

September 16th

WCC Welcome Home

September 29th - 30th

Murder Mystery Dinner

October 21st

Thanksgiving Catering

November 1st - 17th

Sip and Shop

November 18th

Christmas Catering

December 1st - 15th

Holiday Brunch

December 10th

New Year's Party

December 31st

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All cancellations 48 hours prior to the event will receive a full refund.

All cancellations there-after will be charged full price, less gratuity.

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Golf

Thursday 27th Golf Shop 6:30am-6:00pm Golf Course 7:30am– Dusk Range 7:30am– Dusk Friday 28th Golf Shop 6:30am-6:00pm Golf Course 7:30am-Dusk Range 7:30am-Dusk Saturday 29th Golf Shop 6:30am-6:00pm Golf Course 7:30am– Dusk Range 7:30am-Dusk Sunday 30th Golf Shop 6:30am-6:00pm Golf Course 7:30am-Dusk Range 7:30am-Dusk Monday 31st Golf Shop 6:30am-6:00pm Golf Course 7:30am-Dusk Range 7:30am-5:00pm Wednesday, August 2nd Golf Shop 6:30am-6:00pm Golf Course 7:30am-Dusk Range 7:30am-Dusk

Good to Know NCGA Net Am Qualifier

July 22nd

Green & Gold

August 26th-27th

Ladies Mini Invitational

August 31st

Hook, Line & Sink It

September 10th

“The Tradition” Men’s Mini

September 22nd

WCC Welcome Home

September 29th-30th

Stroke Play Championship

October 7th-8th

Course Aeration

October 9th-10th

3-Club Tournament

November 11th

2017 Green and Gold Tournament

2017 Green & Gold 36 Hole Net & Gross Stroke Play $100 Entry Per Player 8:30am Tee Times Start both days

Tees: Sunday- Gold (Gentlemen) White (Ladies)

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•Saturday – Green (Ladies & Gentlemen)

Prizes: •Daily payouts and prizes for overall winners Register in the Golf Shop or ForeTees Today!

NCGA Net Amateur Qualifiers

Lifestyle

Thursday 27th 8:30am Indoor Cycling 10:00am Indoor Cycling 4:15pm TRX Friday 28th 11:00am Stretch n’ Roll Saturday 29th 9:00am Yoga 101 Monday 31st 9:00am Water Aerobics 5:45pm Indoor Cycling Tuesday August 1st 8:30am Indoor Cycling 10:00am Indoor Cycling 5:30pm Cycle Sculpt Wednesday, August 2nd 9:00am Water Aerobics 4:00pm Yin Yang Yoga

Good to Know

CYCLE SCULPT - Pam Class starts on the indoor cycles for a 30-minute challenging, mixed terrain ride: hills, sprints, and flat roads. We then transition to 30-minute strength training, either in circuit or individual station format.

Boost your aerobic capacity while toning and having fun! Register on ForeTees.

REFORMER PILATES – Mindy, Sarah Pilates is a head to toe workout focusing on the core and incorporates flexibility, strength, balance, coordination, the mind body connection, correct posture and gives a sense of well-being. While we work hard in the classes, we find time for some daily humor, too. Fee based classes.

STRETCH ‘N ROLL –Mindy Focus on myofascial release with the foam roller and relaxing stretching.

YIN YANG YOGA – Nancy Yoga’s “variety pack”, this class is a blend of deeper stretches, longer holds, and athletic moves. Yin is a slower, more meditative practice using long holds to get into the connective tissue that surrounds our muscles, ligaments, tendons, joints, and bones, with a focus on the low back, hips and legs. Yang will intensify the challenges while working within your limits.

YOGA 101 – Nancy Classical yoga, focusing on mind, body, and breath. Encourages postures that are softer on the body, at a slower pace. Ideal for those experienced or just beginning Yoga. For all fitness levels.

CIRCUIT BLAST (October – May) - Tracy Ready to add strength training into your fitness program? Love to laugh while getting a good workout?

You’ll tone your body while moving through a circuit of one minute stations. You determine your effort level; we provide the effective and fun modalities!

WATER AEROBICS (June – September) - Tracy Water, the ultimate way to tone your body and boost your aerobic endurance- all using the amazing hydrostatic, low impact qualities of water. You’ll find yourself “immersed” in the beat of the music as you join this lively class – suitable for all fitness levels.

INDOOR CYCLING – Tracy, Pam An excellent way to increase your aerobic fitness, burn calories, and tone your lower body, this one-hour class is offered five times per week. Never participated in an indoor cycling class? No worries! Please call Tracy (530) 878-3007 to schedule your complimentary orientation, including creating your personal bike settings to optimize your ride. Register on ForeTees.

TRX - Sarah Suspension training using one’s own bodyweight to develop strength, balance, flexibility, and core stability. You’re in control of how much you want to challenge yourself. Functional training for myriad activities, including golf. For all fitness levels. Register on ForeTees.

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YOGA 101 with Erin

First and Third Saturdays 9:00am-10:00am, Group Exercise Room A classical style of yoga that focuses on the mind, body and breath alignment. Encourages postures softer on the body at a comfortable pace to help improve strength, balance and flexibility. This is a practice that will introduce you to the fundamentals of yoga.

Guest Speaker August 7th

Fantasy Football Are you ready for football?

Interested in being a team owner?

August 7th at 7:00pm Main Dining Room

Guest Speaker: Paula Forsythe Will lead a discussion on the upcoming season and answer all questions!

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First AID/CPR/AED Classes Adults, Children & Infants Monday, August 21st Main Dining Room 3:00pm-5:00pm

American Red Cross has created a “Blended Learning� course, combining online education with hands-on skill sessions.

You will be emailed the link to the online component, take the assessment, allow 48 hours to receive your certificate via email, print and bring your certificate to the hands-on class.

This course is $45 per attendee, it includes: Completion Certificate Registration available on Foretees

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