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CLUB TIMES VOLUME XXXIII, ISSUE 6 • NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2019 HOLIDAY EDITION 111 Wexford Club Drive | Hilton Head Island, SC 29928 | (843) 686-8810 | www.wexfordplantation.com
Table of Welcome Contents Dear Wexford Property Owners: Message from the GM, 2 Letter from the Board President, 3 Elections/ Ballots/ (completion for Heritage Week) Board and on budget ($1.4 million). Member Services, 4 Contractors have been selected Welcome New Members, 4 Voting is underway for our and contracts negotiated for Harbour News, 5 2020 Operating and Capital many of the line items associated Warren’s Wildlife, 6-7 Budgets, for several proposed with the project, including pool Covenant and By-Law Changes, contractors, engineers, site work Clubhouse Corner, 8-9 and for your three new Board preparation, travertine suppliers Holiday Wine Pairings, 10 members who will serve from Susan Fishel and more. Thank you to the Marketing News, 11 2020 through 2022. Please plan General Manager/COO Pool Construction Committee Tennis News, 12 to join us on November 7th for your many hours of Golf News, 13-15 for Candidates night. This year, 7 of your dedicated work. Security News, 16 neighbors have signed up to run for the Board, and you can meet them and hear them Activities Wexford Foundation News, 17 speak at a Town Hall Meeting organized by There have been lots of property transfers Croquet News, 17 the Nominating Committee. We will also over the past few months. Twenty-two Spotlight on Members, 18-19 videotape the event, and it will be posted improved properties and 2 lots have sold year- Calendar, 20 online within a week following the meeting. to-date and another 6 homes are currently We are grateful to our three Board members under contract and scheduled to close before who are completing their terms. Lesley Green year-end. Our new property owner initiation has provided expertise in her roles as Board fee is currently at $380K and forecasted to be Secretary, House & Social Chair, and ASC at $480K for 2019. We are planning a New Wexford liaison. George Volanakis came back for a Member Happy Hour in November so that second round on the Board after a break of you have the opportunity to greet some of the Briefly many years and has spent countless hours with new neighbors that you may not have met. guidance on the Infrastructure Committee, as well as Greens and Grounds. And, of course, Our busiest quarter of the year is in we are thankful for Paul Klasing. Paul has process. We are in the process of enjoying Board of Directors — served 6 years on the Board, and 4 of those as our October festivities with Spooktacular Officers: President. The management team and I have and a special Costume Happy Hour. The President: valued his leadership, support, advice and Wexford Yacht Club and staff are excited Paul Klasing patience. As a team, we have completed many about our new Festival of Lights party — as Vice President: successful projects and gotten through several we enjoy decorated boats in the Harbour. Bill Haverland Hurricanes. The amount of time and energy And, new this year, Santa will arrive by boat! devoted to this role is tremendous. Secretary: Our Annual Meeting will take place on Friday, Lesley Green Key Projects December 13th. Reservations are filling up Treasurer: for the Member Holiday Party on Saturday, Painting of the exterior of the Clubhouse December 14th! Dan Cornell started at the end of October. As we prepare for the Thanksgiving, I am Directors: Asphalt paving of Bridgetown, Fairfax, grateful for my many blessings. Among them, Rick Anderson Coventry and Berkshire is in process. I am thankful for our wonderful property Hilary Drammis Installation of new Pedestals and repairs to owners who provide the employees with David Jackson the wiring on Docks 7 and 9 has started. Please a special work environment, and with our Bill Murray let Dockmaster Mark Dryden know as soon wages and benefits. Wexford’s culture and as possible if you would like to order a new George Volanakis friendliness are special. It is the team’s and my The Club Times • 2 Pedestal for your dock behind your home. privilege to serve you and care for your unique Administration Office: The upper Pool renovation and lower amenities and assets. Monday – Friday Pool construction projects are in process. Happy Holidays, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM As also reported in last month’s Club Times, 843-686-6950 the project is expected to be on schedule Susan
LET T ER FR OM TH E B OARD P RE S I DE NT Hello Friends and Neighbors, these storms as we do. Their dedication should never be taken for granted and certainly can’t be outsourced to contract labor A nother holiday season is upon us or third parties. I hope you share my appreciation for this tal- and thus the theme for this final ented group of people and while none of us are perfect, I know 2019 edition of the Club Times they strive for perfection in their daily duties whether we meet is Thankfulness. My list, much like yours them in person or as they work all night at the gate or early in I’m sure, is full of people to thank. the morning, so we can enjoy our outdoor activities. First and foremost, I’m thankful to live Before I wrap with a special thank you for a special inspira- in this great country. Listening or read- tional leader, I’d like to say Thank You to my colleagues who ing the daily news can easily create stress have served on the Wexford Board of Directors during my 6 Paul Klasing years on the Board. We are blessed to have intelligent, con- and identify our opportunities, however all things considered we are fortunate to President scientious volunteers on the board who strive to do the right benefit from the freedoms and opportu- thing for Wexford and all owners. A difference of opinion is nity for prosperity provided by those who laid the groundwork invaluable, and I’ve benefitted from many diverse perspectives for innovation, democracy, and capitalism. A special heartfelt and talents. I truly hope the future Boards will remain focused Thank You to the brave men and women who fought and died on nurturing and maintaining our facilities, infrastructure, and in foreign and domestic battles and those who continue to he- employees in a manner that ensures Wexford remains a special roically fight to defend our democracy. place to reside and work. Finally, I’ll finish with the number one reason I believe Secondly indulge me for a personal shout out — I’m thank- Wexford has recovered from Hurricanes, financial crises, and ful for my wonderful wife (probably should have started with flourished as a community which both new and existing prop- Karen as she will most likely remind me), daughter Paige, son- erty owners continue to invest in. Mrs. Susan Fishel has been in-law Christopher, who nurture me when I need support and with Wexford for 14 years, specifically, and General Manager likewise tolerate my shortcomings. for 7 years. She continues to work tirelessly on our behalf. Certainly, my life (and hopefully yours) is fuller and enjoy- I’ve been thankful to be associated with such a talented, in- able in part to the neighbors and acquaintances we are blessed spirational person in such a unique position as the Wexford to call friends within our Wexford Plantation and the Hilton Plantation General Manager. Every issue is a personal issue for Head community. The Island has a special culture and char- each resident/employee and Susan’s compassion, empathy, and acter that is difficult to replicate. If we would have been told commitment to fairness is a set of enviable leadership skills. when we were 16 years old that we would be lucky enough Susan-On behalf of all Wexford owners and residents I’d like to call Hilton Head Island our home for some of our years, I to say THANK YOU and we wish you continued professional think most of us would have taken up the offer! success as well as good health and happiness for you and your My final group of folks to recognize and say Thank You to family. is the 100 or so employees who work and earn a living as part I’ve been honored to serve you as your President the last 4 of the Wexford community. Whether the employee is work- years, and I’ve tried to always keep in mind what is in the best ing outside in 100+ degrees, preparing or serving us dinner, interests of our Wexford owners and our valued employees. or coordinating our golf, tennis, boating activities, I think we That’s all Folks!! can all agree their attention to detail and genuine concern for Happy Holidays and continued good health and happiness our happiness shines through every day. I was fortunate to wit- to y’all! ness up close the tireless efforts expended by our employees before, during, and after Hurricane Mathew and subsequent Take Care, threats of the devastating forces of nature. These people and their families have the same stresses and distractions from Paul 3 • The Club Times
Member Services Kelley Smith Welcome Member Services Coordinator ksmith@wexfordplantation.com New Members (843) 686-8810, ext. 114 Turkey Trot 5K Urs & Judy Bernegger Saturday, November 30 Join us and help burn all those Thanksgiving calories! 16 Bridgetown Road Registration begins at 10 AM at the clubhouse. Race to begin at 10:15 am. Cost is $10 per person. Light refreshments and beverages served at the finish line! Sign up with Kelley Smith, Member Services. Drop and Dine: Christmas PJ edition Friday, December 20 from 6-9pm in the Waterford Room Drop your little ones off while you enjoy a night out! The kids may order off the dinner menu and will enjoy making Christmas Alex Ziskind & ornaments, and watching a fun Christmas movie, along with snacking Novella Karwatsky on popcorn. Don’t forget to wear your Christmas PJ’s! The cost is $20 per child. Sign up with Kelley Smith, Member Services. *All children 12 Bridgetown Road must be picked up by 9 pm (no exceptions)! Giving Tree Chris & Luci Holuta 10 Harrogate Drive ‘Tis the season of giving back! Stop by the Clubhouse and pick up an ornament tag from our Giving Tree! All donations will go to Deep Well and Family Promise of Beaufort County. All donated items must be returned unwrapped to Member Services by Friday, December 13. Gingerbread House Decorating The Club Times • 4 Sunday, December 8 at 3:30 pm in the Waterford Room Gingerbread house decorating will be held during the Festival of Lights. The cost is $14 per person. Please sign up with Kelley Smith, Member Services.
Harbour News Mark Dryden Warren Holland Wanda Marshall Harbourmaster Dockmaster Harbour Attendant 843-686-8813 843-686-8813 (843) 686-8813 mdryden@ wholland@ wmarshall@ wexfordplantation.com wexfordplantation.com wexfordplantation.com Taking stock of our many blessings as boaters I t’s autumn — the beginning of my Thanksgiving, we’re thankful to be able to favorite time of year! spend time with other boaters, learn a new Mark Your Calendar In honor of our “favorite fall” time skill or two, and (sometimes) leave a boat November 13-14 (my concession to American English) show with a great deal. Not to mention seeing all the new toys to play with. Edisto Overnight holiday season, I thought we should share just a few of the things we are most thankful New technology December 8 for as boaters. In many ways, new technology like Festival of Lights smartphones, GPS and enhanced reality, have made boating a safer, more enjoyable HARBOUR CENTER activity. You can try new things and visit HOLIDAY HOURS new places without having to worry about Thanksgiving: 8am-2pm whether or not you’ll be able to find your Christmas Eve: 8am-2pm way back — and for adventurous boaters, Christmas Day: Closed that’s something to be thankful for! New Year’s Eve: 8am-4pm New Year’s Day: Closed places is something we’re grateful for. Entire days spent on the water Family time and memories Like most boaters, you probably try to Boating offers an unparalleled level of stay on the water as long as possible. When family time and togetherness — which you’re able to spend an entire day, from you probably know by now! Look back at sunrise to sunset, on the water, that’s an all the memories you’ve made on board, as accomplishment worth sharing! a child or as the head of a family of your Passing down a love for boating own… or perhaps this summer, even what Finally, there are few things an seemed like simple, routine days on the experienced boater can do that are as water turn out to mean a lot and will stay rewarding as passing down the passion to in a child’s mind long after. Fido on board the new generation or to a fellow boater. Thanksgiving on board Bringing man’s best friend on board You may have learned to love boating at a We are very lucky to have the type is one of a boater’s greatest pleasures. As young age, so it’s especially meaningful to of weather that we can celebrate boaters, we love to be able to bring our pet be able to pass it down yourself. “Thanksgiving” on the water. It is a truly on the water with us so they can appreciate Remember to share what you’re thankful fun twist on the traditional holiday routine. the trip just as much as we do! for with friends and family! Today we let If you’ve done this already, you know how New destinations the pace of life get in front of us, boating by 5 • The Club Times enjoyable it can be — and if you haven’t, We all love traveling to new destinations its very nature makes us slow down a little. why not make plans to do so this year? — and fortunately for boaters, there’s And of course, from everyone here at the Boat show season always something new to explore. Whether Wexford Harbour Center, we would like There’s nothing like getting the boat you’re cruising up the coast or to another to wish you a happy Thanksgiving, and a of your dreams at a price you love. This area entirely, being able to explore new prosperous and peaceful Holiday Season.
WARREN’S WEXFORD WILDLIFE with Warren Holland, Low Country Master Naturalist Mink Everyone I know in the boating industry has a mink story. Fast Blue Bird creatures with an uncanny ability to glide thru the water. Can be We have a very healthy population of blue birds in the plantation quite the headache for boaters but cool animals. Was never able to and I love to see them. Came in one morning and this one was verify it but I am fairly certain that this mink was a mom with kids singing his heart out on top of a light at the lock. Pretty colors in somewhere near the harbour or the marsh just outside the lock. the morning light. She was very active and almost a daily visitor to us. Great Horned Owl This one of my favorite things to photograph this year. I was very fortunate to be able to see this family of owls go thru the entire cycle The Club Times • 6 Tricolored Heron of nesting to brooding to hatching to fletching. The parents took Gorgeous little birds with lot of colors. I enjoyed this shot because over an osprey nest and made it their own. Captured this picture of it almost looks more like a painting. This one was working the bank an owlet sitting outside the nest. I like how it is peering around the inside the harbour jumping from docks to the wall. Caught him tree trunk to keep an eye on me. I tried very hard to sneak up on “shaking” the water off hopefully with a belly full. them multiple times, but they always spot me right away.
Osprey It is no secret I love birds of prey and lucky for me we have a growing population of ospreys around the plantation. When these boys and girls get back from South America it is always a welcoming sight. Caught this one before a feeding season stretching out his wings on the mast of sailboat in the harbor. Watched it leave the sailboat and go to work in the harbor snatching a nice Red Bellied Woodpecker mullet out the water then retreating back to the pines to enjoy his breakfast. Another bird that seems to have a healthy population in the plantation. They love the Sable Red Shoulder Hawk Palmettos around the harbor. I heard this one Saw this guy working before I saw it. He was pounding away on the the marsh over beside the palmetto grabbing everything he could. He worked clubhouse. Seemed to miss the tree for quite some time before moving on to whatever he was after and the next. Commonly mistaken for Red Headed found this pine tree to take woodpeckers. When trying to ID woodpeckers a little break on. Bright always pay attention to the back patterns. morning sun really lighting up his eyes and chest. Also, got a good look at his talons. Beautiful birds but tricky to ID from a red- tailed hawk. Not exactly a wildlife picture but one I really enjoyed shooting. This is from the oyster roast last year at the harbour center. Snagged the moment Johnny the oyster man pulled these delicacies from the pot. Oysters are my favorite thing about the Lowcountry this time of year. As vital as they Little Blue Heron are for the ecosystem, they are very tasty to eat. When I was younger, I prided myself on how many 7 • The Club Times Another very pretty heron that is not as common as some of the other herons I could shuck and eat in one sitting. I love them but still a fairly common bird. Caught this one fishing the lagoon on the golf all ways they come, but raw with a Woodford neat course which made a great contrast between his varying blue colors and the to chase or steamed on a cracker are my favorite. green lilies in the background. It has that famous crouching walk as they stalk Don’t toss that pea crab away either! I’ll take that their prey and snatch them up in an instant. as well.
Clubhouse Corner Frank M. Copeland III Jennifer Arnold Ted Coleman Executive Chef Clubhouse Manager Food & Beverage Director 843-715-0915 843-715-0913 843-715-0914 fcopeland@ jarnold@ tcoleman@ wexfordplantation.com wexfordplantation.com wexfordplantation.com Reservations are welcome at the Clubhouse, online through Club Dining or by calling our Reservations Line directly at (843) 715-0912. Reservations are greatly appreciated, and cancellations are accepted up to 48 hours in advance of the events unless otherwise stated. Thanksgiving Buffet Prime Rib & Thursday, November 28th Seatings at 12pm, 12:30pm, 2pm and 2:45pm Lobster Night The Wexford Thanksgiving Friday, November 29th Grand Buffet is the best on Seating times from 5:30-7:45pm the island and is not to be A Wexford holiday tradition returns with a missed. Join us for a bountiful special a la carte menu featuring slow roasted buffet that will feature a chilled USDA prime rib, lobster tails, Charleston fish seafood station, fall soup and and artisanal pasta. The culinary team will feature salads, carving stations with a great selection of salads, soups and desserts to Turkey and Honey Glazed round out this day “After Thanksgiving” special Ham, Grilled Seasonal Fish, menu. 72 Hour cancelation applies Traditional Thanksgiving sides and desserts will complete this Holiday huge culinary showpiece. Adults $40++, Children 5-12 $19++, 4 & Under Complimentary Country Club Attire Requested — no denim please. 72 Hour Cancellation applies to this event Wine Sale Thanksgiving ‘To-Go’ Sunday, December 1st- Friday, December 13th Featuring great holiday pricing Orders must be made by Noon on Friday, November 22nd to stock your cellars. Pick-up Thursday, Nov. 28th from 11am-1pm. Please state pick-up time when ordering. 72 Hour Cancellation Policy applies To-Go Menu Pan of Mashed Potatoes (Serves 4) $14++ Bubbles & Baubles Traditional Cornbread Dressing or Apple Sausage Stuffing (Serves 4) Friday, December 6th from 6-8pm $15++ Join us for a sip-and-shop event complete with Champagne for tasting while you browse. We Quart of Gravy $10++ will also have several local boutiques here with The Club Times • 8 Macaroni and Cheese (Serves 4) $13 items to complete Santa’s gift list! This is a Pan of Green Beans (Serves 4) $12++ perfect event to work on your holiday shopping while having a relaxing evening with friends! Rolls or Cornbread for 4ppl, $8++ Would you like to join us for dinner? Let us Pumpkin Pies $18 each++ know at 843-715-0912.
Festival of Lights CLUBHOUSE Sunday, December 8th CLOSURES 4:30 pm — Santa arrives for pictures The Clubhouse will close at 5:30-7:30 pm — Dinner Buffet at the Clubhouse 1:30pm, due to a private event 7:30-8:30 — Boat Viewing, S’mores Martinis and Hot Chocolate on Saturday, November 2nd. (Dockside) The Clubhouse will be $36pp++ Adults/ $18pp++ kids over 5-12; complimentary for 4 and under closed for dinner service for Menu Highlights: the Foundation Gala event on Build your own Baked Potato, Salad and Chili Station, Carved Petite Tenderloin of Beef, Saturday, November 9th. Shrimp and Scallop Seafood Newberg over Egg Noodles, Roasted Winter Vegetables, The Clubhouse will be and desserts featuring: Chocolate Chip Cookies, Fall Apple Crisp,Vanilla Ice Cream closed for dinner service A children’s buffet will include: Chicken Fingers, Sweet Fries, Honey Mustard on Thanksgiving,Thursday, November 28th. The Clubhouse will be closed Member Holiday Party for ala carte dinner service due to a private event on Saturday, Saturday, December 14th at 6:30pm November 30th. Please save the date for the Wexford Holiday Party. This year’s event will feature The Clubhouse will be a cocktail hour with passed hors d’ oeuvres, delightful stations that include a raw closed for dinner service due bar and also a sushi display. Chef Frank will be preparing a delicious surf & turf to a private event Saturday, entrée followed by a special dessert. Dance the night away to The Adrian Duke December 7th. Project. Price is $125++ per person. Space is limited. Due to popularity of this The Clubhouse will be closed event, guests cannot be accommodated as Wexford Owners will have priority for for ala carte lunch and dinner reservations. One Week Cancellation Applies for this event service Saturday, December 14th for Member Holiday Party and preparations. New Year’s Eve Dinner Wednesday, December 25th the Clubhouse is closed for Tuesday, December 31st Christmas. Reservations will be offered from 6-8:30 pm The Clubhouse will be closed Your New Year’s Eve dinner will be offered as a seasonal a la carte menu featuring January 1st-January 21st for ingredients such as Lobster, Foie Gras, Wagyu Beef, Chilean Sea Bass, West Cost annual maintenance work and Oysters and Truffles with a selection of wonderful cheeses or sweets to finish the will reopen for lunch service on meal. As a toast to the New Year, we’ll offer a complimentary Champagne toast at January 22nd. the beginning of your meal! The bar and Clubhouse will be open until 10:30 pm. Hours of Operation DINING RESERVATIONS Lunch: Tuesday - Saturday, 11:30 am - 2:30 pm Reservations are welcomed at the Clubhouse, online through Club Dining or by calling our Dinner: Thursday - Saturday, 5:30 - 8 pm TO GO ORDERS Reservations Line at (843) 715-0912. Sunday Brunch: 11 am - 2 pm To go orders can be placed Reservations are greatly appreciated and Sunday Pub Night: 5:30 - 8 pm by calling (843) 686-8821. cancellations are accepted up to 48 hours in advance of events unless otherwise stated. BAR SERVICE 9 • The Club Times Tuesday - Wednesday: 11:30 am - 5 pm Complimentary Coffee Service: Thursday - Saturday: 11:30 am – 9 pm Tuesday - Sunday mornings until 10 am Sunday: 11 am - 8 pm Traditional Happy Hour: Bar hours are subject to change depending on volume. Complimentary Hors D’oeuvres:Thursdays 6-7pm
HOLIDAY FOOD & WINE PAIRING 101 with Ted Coleman, Sommelier Perfect wine adds to Thanksgiving experience Toast with Bubbles! heavy in body they can pair with just about any food found on your Thanksgiving table. They are both light and fruit forward Sparkling wines are a great way to which match up well with cranberry sauce, sweet potatoes and get the party started. I recommend of course, the Turkey! a Sparkling Rosé or Prosecco that If you prefer a more fruit forward wine, I suggest Pavillon are both semi-sweet and tend to Chavannes Cuvee Ambassador 2017, Cotes du Brouilly (which agree with a wide variety of palates. is a Beaujolais). $20 per bottle by the case is a tremendous value. Their light fruit flavors can pair well If you prefer a more balance of fruit and dry, earthy tones I with anything from cranberry sauce recommend you try an Oregon Pinot Noir from the Willamette to stuffing. One of my favorites is Valley called St. Innocent Shea Vineyard. The 2015 vintage of a Tasmanian Sparkling Rosé called this wine is incredible and comes to you at $45.99 per bottle Jansz Brut. Special Member pricing by the case. comes in at $18.75 per bottle when ordering a 6-pack case. Everyone has a Sweet Tooth! Side Dish Suggested Pairings What pairs with traditional Thanksgiving desserts like White wines that pair with side Pumpkin or Pecan Pie? dishes: Dry wines such as Sancerre, I suggest a glass of sweet Chablis or Vouvray are homerun late-harvest Sauternes or a pairings due to their citrus and delicious Sandeman Port wine. herbaceous flavor profiles. Sancerre Dining at the Clubhouse for is always well liked at any dinner Thanksgiving? Allow us to table and the 2018 Henri Bourgeois make suggestions for your post- Sancerre goes for $20.85 per bottle meal wine! by the case. The Club Times • 10 Please contact Ted Coleman at tcoleman@wexfordplantation. Main Course Suggested Pairings com if you are interested in any of these wines. Remember, You probably want to invest in some light red wines to satisfy you can purchase these wines beforehand and bring with you the red wine drinkers at your table. Pinot Noir and Beaujolais to your Thanksgiving meal at the Clubhouse with a minimal are the top Thanksgiving wines that come to mind. While not corkage fee!
Digital Marketing and how Wexford uses it D Marketing News igital marketing is a way to promote brands and products online and through other digital channels. Most businesses have a specific audience they are trying to reach, and digital marketing aims to help businesses reach these target consumers through the internet and other digital avenues. Digital marketing is vital for modern businesses because the internet plays a significant Kryssie Todd role in how today’s consumer makes purchasing decisions. The Director of Communications & Marketing internet also impacts how consumers actually purchase their ktodd@wexfordplantation.com products and services. (843) 686-6950, ext. 107 The days of browsing at a physical store location and asking sales associates for more information about products are gone. Now, targeted audience and have created a “look-a-like” from that consumers use the internet to get the information they need to audience. 85% of our target audience actively participate on make an informed purchasing decision, even if they still visit the Facebook and 77% have acted after seeing an ad on a social physical store location to make their final purchase. network in the last year. That’s where digital marketing comes in. It helps your business Finally, another way we grow leads through digital marketing is reach these consumers wherever they are in their digital buyer’s search engine marketing. Leveraging strategic targeting, tailored journey. ad extensions, and paid search, are maximizing our presence and At Wexford, we focus three goals to increase awareness; performance in search engines to reach high intent audiences when programmatic display/site retargeting, social media advertising, and they are actively searching for us, similar communities, and more. search engine marketing. 90% of home sellers and buyers use Google, 45% use Yahoo, 37% With programmatic display/site retargeting, we are effectively use Bing, and 22% are less likely to go past the first page of search and efficiently reaching the people most likely to be interested in results. In the past year, 79% of our audience have acted after seeing Wexford Plantation with display banner ads. We are targeting an a sponsored search result. audience on a broad network of sites based on people searching for real estate and specific price points, as well as visiting competitor’s websites and industry-related sites. We are also retargeting recent Kryssie’s Holiday Tips visitors of WexfordPlantation.com. 70% of website visitors who This holiday season, take time to think about what you are are retargeted with display ads are more likely to convert on our thankful for. Spend some quality time with your families and loved website. ones. Indulge in some tasty holiday treats and enjoy some delicious Social media advertising focuses on growing our audience and holiday cocktails. reaching our current followers through a variety of targeting I am very thankful for my family, faith, friends and especially my options, leveraging engaging written and visual content while husband! targeted users browse Facebook. We have developed a custom Happy Holidays Everyone! 11 • The Club Times
Patrick Mason Tennis Mike Pollard News Director of Tennis Head Tennis Professional (843) 686-8816, ext. 150 (843) 686-8816, ext. 152 pmason@wexfordplantation.com mpollard@wexfordplantation.com Tennis Tip: USTA Ratings Work on your weakness USTA New ratings will be out around Thanksgiving. We hope to have some very competitive teams represent Wexford and win the State Tournament! W hat’s your weakest shot? We all have that one shot we go to great lengths to avoid hitting during a match. Whether it’s your return of serve, your backhand volley, or any other shot, the fix is just 90 minutes away! Did you know that in only three ½ hour lessons you will hit Mark Your Calendar that shot approximately 1,500 times! The tennis professional can correct your technique and the repetitions will correct any November 8 weaknesses you may have. Tennis Social Wexford hosts South Beach Racquet Club for a tennis social from 3-5pm. Cost is $15 per person. Congratulations November 14 & 16 Wexford Pro-Am Congratulations to our This year marks the 20th year of the Wexford very own Director of Ten- Pro-Am! Come out Thursday night to the Tennis nis, Patrick Mason! He has Center and enjoy Happy Hour and a fabulous been a part of the Wexford tennis exhibition! Watch some of the island’s top family for 25 years! Thank tennis professional’s battle in a round robin for- you, Patrick, for all you do mat for a cash prize. Then on Saturday, it’s your for Wexford! chance to play with the pros.We will have two flights of great tennis.The morning round will be 9:30-11:30.The afternoon round 12:30-2:30. Cost is $50 per player. November 29 Work Off The Turkey Round Robin 10am-12pm. Come join us at the Wexford Tennis Center to play some “After Turkey Tennis”. It’s a fun way to burn off some of those calories from the feast the day before! Cost is $15 per person. December 13 Club Challenge Wexford hosts Long Cove for the annual Wex- ford/Long Cove Challenge from 2-4pm. We will Congratulations have drinks and appetizers after the matches at to Patrick and Mike as they became pro- the tennis center. Cost is $20. The Club Times • 12 fessionally certified December 27 Pickle Ball coaches End of the Year Tennis Party with the Profes- 2-4pm.This is our last round robin of the year. sional Pickle Ball Cost is $15 per person. Registry.
Scott Hunter Director of Golf (843) 686-8812, ext. 141 shunter@wexfordplantation.com Golf News Kyle Turner 1st Asst. Golf Professional (843) 686-8812, ext. 142 kturner@wexfordplantation.com Bobby’s Basics Short Putts T he 5- to 10-foot range on the putting green can give some of us a lot of trouble, costing us valuable strokes over the round. Here are a couple of helpful tips to get these short-range putts to fall. First, be decisive about your line and set up squarely to your aiming point. Next, get your eyeline directly over top or just inside of the Bobby Blanken ball, this will help with more solid and consistent Congratulations to contact. Lastly, keep your trailing elbow close to the body to help the putter swing on a more consistent arc. Give these few pointers a try and see more short-range putts find Scott Hunter and their way into the cup. Paul Klasing! On Tuesday, October 8th, Wexford’s Director of Golf, Scott Hunter, and Wexford Board President Paul Klasing participated in the Club Car CPGA Pro-Official Championship at Belfair. This dynamic duo took home first place and were deemed the Champions! Congratulations from all of us at Wexford! Mark Your Calendar Thursday, November 14 Friday, December 6 Solheim Cup Ugly Sweater Nine & Dine Friday, November 15 & Saturday, November 16 Thursday, Dec. 12 - Saturday, Dec. 16 Ringer / Ringer Golf Shop Christmas Sale Saturday, November 23 BIG savings on Golf Shop merchandise! Couples Golf Tournament *Select items are excluded. Thursday, November 28 Tuesday, December 24 Thanksgiving Day, 8:30 shotgun Christmas Eve, 8:30 Shotgun Golf operation / golf shop closes at 2pm Golf operation / golf shop closes at 2pm Monday, December 2 & Tuesday, December 3 Wednesday, December 25 13 • The Club Times HH Hospital Auxiliary Golf Tournament Christmas Day Ccourse opens approximately 3pm on Tuesday Course and Operation Closed Thursday, December 5 Thursday, December 26 WWGA Fall Closing Day Normal operation
LA DIE S I NV I TATIONA L Ladies Invitational, Overall Gross Champions — Mary Ladies Invitational, Overall Net Champions — Sandy Stuckert, Ann Soldo, Deb Ferguson, Jan Pittelli, Maggie O’Malley Diane Stevens, Donna Harpose, Michelle Staarmann The Club Times • 14
MEN ’ S M E M B E R G U E S T Men’s Member Guest — Flight Winners Men’s Member Guest Champions Mark Brown and Steve Aylward 15 • The Club Times
Safety reminders for the holiday season W Security News ith the Holiday Season upon us, Always remember to unplug lights we find ourselves reflecting on before changing a bulb. If you need to get the past year and find ourselves on a ladder to hang lights, make sure you thankful for those who have helped to shape have a spotter and try to use a wooden or security in a most significant way. We value our relationship with the Membership and Marvin fiberglass-re-enforced plastic one instead of a metal one. look forward to working with you in the Morrison Do not overload extension cords or year to come. Chief of Security connect too many strings together, as the general rule is three, but check with the Security Tips for the Holidays mmorrison@ packaging. wexfordplantation.com To help make your holiday gathering a (843) 686-8817 Turn off your lights before going to bed success, please notify Security, as we can or leaving the house. We understand you help you develop a parking plan. With the spend all that time decorating and you want on-street parking restrictions, many times When parking, lock the vehicle, take to show it off, but we would also hate for the solution is right next door, as many have the keys, and conceal valuables, preferably you to return or wake up to a fire. worked together by allowing a neighbor to in the trunk. During hours of darkness, park in your driveway. Security can provide park and walk in lighted areas to the extent Always appoint a designated directions to your guests with monitoring possible. driver the traffic to help avoid problems. When returning to your vehicle, carry Before the evening starts, appoint a While out and about, present an alert your keys in your hand and be ready to designated driver. While holiday festivities appearance. Be aware of your surroundings; unlock the door and enter as quickly as are a great time to get loose, you never want scan the area from time to time. Avoid possible. As you approach your vehicle, scan to do so in a way that endangers others. If it concentrating so hard on shopping that the area, glance underneath the vehicle, and is impossible to appoint a designated driver, you fail to keep track of your surroundings, take a quick look inside before entering. there are many options that do not require a others near you, or your personal property. You should certainly avoid leaving any person who is under the influence to drive. Wear conservative, comfortable clothing. packages or shopping bags visible, by You might be able to stay overnight and Grip carried items firmly and avoid leaving locking them in the trunk or placing drive in the morning, catch a taxi, or take them unattended. Carry minimal cash and them out of sight. advantage of the increasing popularity of valuables, wear minimal jewelry. ridesharing apps to get home safely. Shop with friends or relatives if possible; Fire prevention Remember this is your home, your there IS safety in numbers. As you shop, be Only purchase UL-listed lights and community; so slow down, watch for alert in crowded places. Among pickpockets’ extension cords. the pedestrians or animals who may be favorites are revolving doors, jammed aisles, If you are decorating outdoors use crossing or walking along a roadway, don’t The Club Times • 16 elevators, and public transportation stops products that are rated for outdoor use, be distracted by cellular telephone calls or and vehicles, especially at rush hour. Carry inspect them for any damage that may texting while driving, obey the posted traffic the day’s most expensive purchases closest have occurred while in storage. You should signs and most importantly, Don’t Drink to your body, and don’t carry so much you never place lighting in any of your pine and Drive. lose the ability to react quickly straw landscaping. Have a Safe and Wonderful Holiday!
WEXFORD FOUNDATION NEWS Consider donating to Wexford Foundation A s the holiday season draws near, to support many of those on Hilton This past year, donations to the this is a busy time of the year Head and in Beaufort County. The Foundation came from approximately for the Wexford Charitable Foundation’s mission to help local 20% of Wexford’s members, and we Foundation. From the final preparations charities provide basic healthcare and thank each of these donors for their for our ‘Midnight Masquerade’ Gala & education, and to fight hunger and support! In this season of giving, if you Auction held on November 9th to the homelessness in our community has haven’t already done so, we sincerely culmination of our Grants Committee’s established Wexford as a tangible force hope you might consider joining your work in December, the Foundation’s for good and demonstrates the real neighbors in donating to the Wexford Trustees and committees are actively at compassion that lives within our gates. Foundation. With your donation — be work on behalf of all of our supporters. With an all-volunteer board of it large or small, you will be changing the Monies raised at the Gala & Auction trustees and committees focused on lives of disadvantaged children, families represent one third of the Foundation’s grants, fundraising, development and and seniors living and working in our annual funding, and a very special communication, we closely monitor the local community. thanks goes out to Gala Event co-chairs, impact that our grants achieve, and we Please visit our website at Shari Anderson and Sue MacCormack, are proud that 97% of all funds raised wexfordfoundation.com to learn more Auction chair Cathy Sumpter and their go directly to the charities we support. about the charities that we support and committee members who have worked In seven short years, the Foundation the various ways in which you can donate all year long to make the evening has donated over $1M to 33 deserving and support your Wexford Foundation. memorable and a great success. charities, and with the ongoing support We very much look forward to your Event proceeds, together with of our members, we will continue to help joining us in the future and we also take generous donations from many Wexford those in need. But we do need everyone’s this opportunity to thank all those who members, enable the Foundation help! have supported us over the past years. Croquet News W ith the cooler fall temperatures, our members can enjoy the Wexford croquet lawn. Wine and wickets will be held on the last Sunday of each month at 4pm. It is an opportunity to meet old and new friends. No prior experience is needed. The game is easy to learn and fun to play. Every Tuesday a group gathers for golf croquet. Games will start at 9am during October, then at 10am in November. If you want lessons, Contact Harvey Geiger or Jan Jones for complementary private, group, or family lessons. Croquet has many formats including 9 wicket or 17 • The Club Times what is popularly known as “back yard croquet.” The Wexford lawn can be set up for 9 wicket. This past summer, Pam and Harvey Geiger competed in the Big Lobster Nine Wicket Tournament on Mt Desert Island in Maine and were runner-up in their flight.
Spotlight on Members Boat Commissioning Congratulations to Peter Carlson, New Commodore! Congratulations to Cathy Sumpter, New Vice Commodore! RC Sailing The Club Times • 18
Spotlight on Members Viva La Vino Kids Craft Corner Ladies’ Night Out 19 • The Club Times
NOVEMBER 2019 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 Speaker Series: Kids Craft Corner Dr. Frank Rodriguez Clubhouse Closes at 2pm 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Clubhouse Closed Meet the Daylight Savings Golf Course Closed Ladies Bridge Candidates Night Clubhouse Closes at 2p 3D Discussion Traditional Happy Hour for Foundation Dinner 10 11 12 13 14 15 Board Meeting 16 Clubhouse Closed Ladies Bridge Traditional Happy Hour Golf Course Closed Edisto Overnight Solheim Cup ETC Annual Meeting Ringer Ringer 3D Discussion WWGA Annual Meeting Edisto Overnight Prime Rib Buffet 20th Annual Tennis 20th Annual Pro Pro Ringer Ringer Pro Am 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 Clubhouse Closed Golf Course Closed Ladies Bridge Traditional Happy Hour 18-Hole Couples Event LWGA Golf Outing Speaker Series: 3D Discussion Senator Tom Davis 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 Clubhouse Closed Work Off the Turkey Golf Course Closed Ladies Bridge Thanksgiving Shotgun Round Robin Turkey Trot 5k 3D Discussion Thanksgiving Grand Buffet Prime Rib & Clubhouse Closing at 2pm Lobster Night DECEMBER 2019 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 Clubhouse Closed 3 4 5 6 7 Golf Course Closed Ugly Sweater 3D Discussion HH Hospital Auxiliary Ladies Bridge Traditional Happy Hour Nine and Dine Clubhouse Closed HH Hospital Auxiliary Tournament Bubbles and Baubles for Dinner Service Tournament WWGA Fall Closing Day Holiday Wine Sale 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Festival of Lights Clubhouse Closed Wexford/Long Cove Gingerbread House Golf Course Closed Ladies Bridge Traditional Happy Hour Challenge Member Holiday Party Decorating 3D Discussion Annual Meeting Holiday Wine Sale 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 Clubhouse Closed Golf Course Closed Ladies Bridge Traditional Happy Hour Drop & Dine 3D Discussion 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Christmas Eve Clubhouse Closed Clubhouse Open Merry Christmas! Traditional Happy Hour End of the Year Golf Course Closed for Lunch Round Robin 29 30 31 Clubhouse Closed New Year’s Eve Dinner Golf Course Closed Visit www.wexfordplantation.com for weekly golf and tennis schedules.
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