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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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.
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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 TimesPatrick 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.
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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
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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 operationLA 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 • 14MEN ’ 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 TimesSafety 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
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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
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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
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Viva La Vino
Kids Craft Corner
Ladies’ Night Out
19 • The Club TimesNOVEMBER 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
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