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Our President’s Perspective
2014 Board Members
Stepping Up! Our club had many examples of doing that last month
so it's my theme for this message.
Our members came out strong to clean up small debris from the ice
storms. Fifty strong souls and backs gave our maintenance crew both a
work and morale boost as they assisted in getting our course in great
shape for the season and the Can-Am games.
Speaking of Can-Am, members participated in record numbers, both
in financial and volunteer support. The participants are terrific young
men and women. If you haven't had the opportunity to tee it up with the
Canadian team in the Wednesday scramble, try it next year. If your ego
can deal with being out-driven by a 13 year old girl ( like I was), you will
have a great time.
Our golf crew has been amazing in stepping up to have our course
looking great and playable whenever the weather has allowed us to do
so. And, just because we aren't playing doesn't mean they aren't working. Today (March 18), they were clearing wooded areas on number 18
in a cold mist. I also saw them working on waste bunker drainage one
morning when it was 19 degrees.
The entire staff stepped-up financially. Knowing that we would be
impacted on the revenue line because of reduced golf rounds, they really
tightened their belts to reduce expenses. Happily, we are on track with
our budget through the first 5 months of the fiscal year.
Our administration team stepped up as they executed new membership
opportunities, completed our annual audit and took an active role in
creating our newsletter.
And, our course stepped up as we were notified that our course is being
recognized as having the toughest finishing hole on the Grand Strand.
So, don't feel so bad the next time you're in your pocket on number 18.
Thanks to everyone for all of your efforts.
On another note, when this newsletter is distributed, the POA election
will be complete. Regardless of the results, we should all be proud that
we live in a beautiful community. Beyond that, we are members of a
club that greatly supports the community and is an asset to all residents.
Whoever wins the election, your board is committed to both representing
our members and creating a respectful and partnering relationship with
the new POA board.
As always, thanks for your support. Use your club. When doing so,
compliment the good stuff and the staff who deliver it; constructively
criticize where we need to improve; share your club with guests and
welcome new members. And, if you know a good weather prayer, feel
free!!!!!
Allyn Briggs, President
Bob Pennington, V. President
Bob Haight, Secretary
Al Hansen, Treasurer
Paul Crawshaw
Bob Lowe
Judie Schaal
Vin Petreccia
Robby Porter
DIRECT PHONE
NUMBERS
Main (843) 357-1263
Reservations (843) 357-3183
Kimbels (843) 651-1215
Security Gate (843) 651-0589
Pro Shop (843) 357-1500
Tennis (843) 357-5129
Pool Bar (843) 357-0201
Cottage Rentals (843) 3575104
POA (843) 357-3210
Accounting (843) 357-5105
Club GM (843) 357-5103
www.wachesaw.com
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On March 3rd members of the Club helped clean
up the thousands of small branches, twigs and
pine cones that littered the golf course as a result
of the ice storm.
Club General Manager, Chris Freeman
Oma Hodges and Scott Fretz, Golf Course
Superintendent
The Clean-up Crew
After a cold and icy winter, we all look forward to
the POOL OPENING ON APRIL 15
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The golf course is in great
condition despite the roller coaster
ride that we have experienced with the weather over the last
Joe Gagliano, PGA
Head Golf Professional couple of months. We have a very busy schedule for April
lined up, so let’s keep our fingers crossed for some warm
weather to arrive.
Magnolia Cup
The qualifying deadline has been pushed back to April 15th due to the weather
that we have been experiencing. You must have at least two qualifying rounds in
order to advance to this event, which takes place on May 10-11. Please check into
the Golf Shop before play so we can record your information. This is a great opportunity to meet and play with members that are outside of your normal group.
If you did not participate last year, this is an event that you won’t want to miss!
2014 Magnolia Cup
50 & Under
In the past year Wachesaw has had an increase in younger members. These events are designed to accommodate this group of working men who have limited time to play and encourages meeting members within the club. Below is the schedule for this year, we hope that you will be able to join us.
Friday, April 18 at 3:00pm (18 holes)
Friday, May 16 at 4:00pm (18 holes)
Friday, September 5 at 4:00pm (18 holes)
Friday, October 24 at 4:00pm (18 holes)
Friday, November 7 at 3:00pm (9 holes)
Entry Fee - $10.00 per person
Can-Am Matches
Round 1
Round 2
Total
USA
vs.
87 points
165 points
252 points
Canada
57 points
123 points
180 points
The Americans battled the elements of the weather on Sunday to successfully defend their title! I want
to thank all of the members for the support and time that they continue to dedicate towards this event.
This event is great not only for the game of golf, but brings the right kind of exposure to Wachesaw. It
is truly a treat to watch some of the top juniors in action. Hopefully next year you will be able to join
us.
Can-Am Junior-Am
Team Ontario arrives every year a week early, which enables us to put together a Junior-Am. Three
members and one player from team Ontario play together in a fun and exciting format (texas scramble). This allows our membership the chance to interact and get to know each player on a personal basis. We had a great turnout this year. Congrats to all the winners.
1st Place
Gross
1st Place
Net
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2014 Men’s Day Information
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Wednesdays Starting at 9:04
Please sign up no later than 5 pm on Tuesday the day before
Any players that sign up after the deadline will be put on a waiting/alternate list unless we are at an
odd number for teams.
Format, teams, and prize distribution will depend on number of participants.
The Golf Staff will come out to the range to let participants know teams, format, and collect prize
money.
Scorecards will be passed out on the first tee box.
The Golf Staff will keep track of teams to try and create different pairings on a week-to-week basis.
All scores from Men’s Day will be posted by the Golf Staff.
From April 2nd to September 24th we will be running an aggregate point system to determine the
finalists for The Byerly Cup (the 4 finalists will compete in a 36-hole playoff).
All participants must have a USGA handicap index.
Participants must select the tees they play 80% of the time.
Rule 3-5, players competing from different tees will be in affect. Handicap percentages will be
used for team games in compliance with the USGA Handicap System.
$10.00 Cash per person
THE BYERLY CUP
POINTS
1ST 12
2ND 8
3RD 6
4TH 4
PRIZE
$100
$ 75
$ 50
$ 25
In order for points to be awarded there has to be a
minimum of 6 players participating.
Club Rule
We have committed to including a different club rule each month to refresh the membership’s memory.
This month we have selected our golf club and cart policy.
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No more than two (2) people and no more than two (2) sets of clubs are allowed per cart, and no more than
two (2) carts per foursome. The use of the special 4 bag cart arrangement is an exception to this rule in that 4
bags are carried on one cart, but no more than two (2) people may ride at one time.
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Children under the age of sixteen (16) years or anyone without a valid driver’s license are not permitted to
operate golf carts.
Need new grips?
Did you know that the average life span for a set of grips
is usually anywhere from six months to a year depending on how much you play? If your grips feel slick or
you have wear spots caused by your fingers, then it may
be time for a change. We currently carry the most popular grips available and are ready to assist you. A member
of our professional staff can regrip your clubs overnight!
Please stop by or call for more information.
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Attention Juniors!
This year we have a number of events for you to enjoy this summer. Please call the Golf Shop for more
information.
PGA Jr. League (just like little league baseball, but for golf) Ages 8-13
Participants Receive
· Team jerseys, golf balls and PGA Junior League Bag Tags
· 4-6 local regular season competitions, plus coaching/practice
· Opportunity for advancement to post-season and All-Star teams
· Access to customized website home page for our PGA JLG team featuring schedules, standings and
stats.
If you are interested in joining our team this year, please go to the link below to sign up.
http://members.jrleaguegolf.com/team/sNuQZAhBbfaezTt6itryLDgwMQ
All Sports Camp
Participants Receive
· Camp T-Shirts
· Awards and Prizes
· Lunch each day
· Instruction and Competitions for Tennis, Golf, Swimming and Park Activities (basketball, soccer,
kickball and flag football)
Parent-Child Tournament
This will be the third year hosting the Parent-Child tournament at Wachesaw. The format is a modified
alternate shot between you and your child/grandchild. A putting course, dinner and awards will be included.
Junior Club Championship
Get the chance to have your name engraved into Wachesaw’s history and compete for the Junior Club
Championship which will be held on August 2-3. Flights will be created for each skill/age group. We
hope that you will be able to join us this year.
WE WANT YOUR BUSINESS!
New Clubs/Demos Now Available in the Golf Shop
Taylormade SLDR Driver
Taylormade JetSpeed Driver
Taylormade SLDR Fairway Wood
Nike 2.0 Driver
Callaway Big Bertha Driver
Cobra BiO CELL Driver
Callaway Ladies Big Bertha Driver
Ladies Cobra BiO CELL Driver
Callaway Ladies Big Bertha Fairway Wood
Ping i25 Driver
Men’s Adams Idea Demo Full Set
Ladies Adams Idea Demo Full Set
The golf shop is now taking trade-ins!
Simply bring us your old clubs and receive credit towards anything in the golf shop.
WE CAN MATCH ANY PRICE ON THE GRAND STRAND!!
(Golfsmith, PGA Tour Superstore, Akers, Dicks Sporting Goods, etc.)
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WLGA-9 News
What’s happening this month?
Course will be open on Mondays after noon.
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WLGA-18 Interclub
5-6
Men’s Founders Day Member -Member
11 -13 Master Sweeps
16 - 17 WLGA-18 Member-Member
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50 & Under
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WLGA-9 Sadie Hawkins
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Couples Golf & Grill
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Aerification of the Greens
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MGA Opening Day
WLGA-18 News
3-Hole Program
The WLGA-18 ladies had a very
successful opening day, however,
there was no golf due to the cold
weather.
The WLGA-18 tournaments in
April include the Interclub and
Member-Member. The shootout is
scheduled for May.
This program was created for beginners or ladies who are looking
for a relaxed fun environment that
is ideal for learning the game of
golf. We were hoping to get at least
6 ladies and I am pleased to announce that we ended up with 10.
If you did not get a chance to sign
up, be on the lookout for our Fall
program.
MGA News
The MGA is currently planning
an away day to Florence Country
Club and the Country Club of
South Carolina on May 20th and
21st. More information will follow
in next month’s Newsletter.
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The Nine Hole Ladies had an
unusual Opening Day. After enjoying delicious breakfast snacks
and coffee from the Pool Bar staff
and enduring the annual opening
day business meeting, the twentytwo ladies ventured to Kimbels
for a putting demonstration by
Joe Gagliano. The Pro Shop staff
had created a miniature 5-hole
golf course around the tables at
Kimbels. It was great fun to putt
around hazards including water,
bunnies and a flamingo. The fifth
hole was short with an upside
down saucer as the goal. No one,
including the pros, was able to get
the ball on the saucer and win the
wine, so the winner of the putting
contest, Sara Newcomb, received
$15 and the bottle of wine. The
second place winner was Marjie
Engel and the third place winnings were shared by Jennifer
Campbell, Patricia Kolencik,
Barbara Lagan, Susan Mayberry
and Jean Weber.
The Sadie Hawkins Tournament committee is busy planning
an enjoyable event for April 24.
The ladies are out there searching for a partner… you will not
want to miss this event!
Carlos Benatsky
Friday March 14, a group of
Wachesaw tennis players gathered
together to wish long time Assistant
Tennis Pro, Carlos Benatsky, best wishes
as he travels to Charlottesville, Va. to
become the interim teaching pro of a
1,500 member tennis program at Boars
Head Hotel and Resort. As member Jan
Rice reports, “He will be sorely missed
for his engaging personality, excellent
teaching abilities and management
skills”.
Assistant Pro Carlos Cobos will
remain to continue with our strong Junior
Tennis Program and a search has been
begun to find a new assistant who will
handle Adult Tennis and Teaching.
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Book Club I
Book Club I meets the first
Wednesday of the month in the Ladies
Lounge inside of the Clubhouse at 10AM. Lunch follows
at Kimbles.
In March we read, “Art Forger,” by B. A. Shapiro . This
book is a literary thriller based on a true fine art robbery
and foolish choices. The novel was about “seeing and not
seeing” the secrets that lie beneath the canvas of a painter..
The author extensively researched the procedure used
by art forgers. It was startling to learn that an expert forger
must be talented artist. Claire, the main character in the
novel was talented and led an artistic life style. She is
approached and asked to forge a Degas painting. The
novel has three intertwining plots and a surprise ending .
This realistic fiction novel is based on the art robbery that
took place at the Isabella Gardner Museum in Boston.
This robbery is still not solved. The book was enjoyed by
all.
In April we will discuss the book, “Killing Jesus” by
Bill O'Reilly. Guests are welcomed. Contact Judy Clarke
843-299-0064 for more information.
Book Club II
Book Club II meets the 2nd Wed. at 10:00 in the morning
with lunch at Kimbels at 12:00.
We will meet at 10.00 am, Wednesday, April 9, 2014
in the Ladies Lounge at the Clubhouse. Our book is Orphan Train by Christina Baker Kline.
This gripping novel tells of the years 1854 to 1929
when a social service welfare system sent orphaned and
neglected children on trains from the East Coast of the
United States to Midwestern farmlands. Would the children be adopted by kind and loving families or would
they face childhoods and adolescence of hard labor and
servitude?
Please join us for our discussion. Contact Sue Walters
[email protected] 357-4777
Book Club III
The Lively Oaks Book Club (Book Club III) meets the
second Tuesday of every month.
At our April 10th meeting, Ann Roskow will present
“Exodus” by Leon Uris. It was an international publishing phenomenon – the towering novel of the twentieth
century's most dramatic geopolitical event. Leon Uris
magnificently portrays the birth of a new nation in the
midst of enemies – the beginning of an earthshaking
struggle for power. “Exodus” is one of the best-selling
novels of all time.
Contact Ann Roskow at [email protected] or 651-5726
for information about the book club.
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Mah Jongg
The Mah Jongg ladies meet every Wednesday at 11:30
for Lunch and 12:30 to play at Kimbels. Ladies interested
in playing are always welcome. Come and watch and you
will be hooked by this fascinating game. Please contact
Ann Roskow at [email protected] or 651-5726 for more
information.
Bridge is at Kimbels on the fourth Wednesday of each
month, January through October, from 10 AM 'til 2:30
PM. Entry fee is $1. Participants order from the menu
and eat lunch together around noon (cost chargeable to
individual member accounts). If you are interested in
joining us for a sociable, enjoyable round of bridge each
month, please contact Sophie Hansen at 357-2711.
Ladies’ Night Out
Everyone had a great time at our first official Ladies'
Night Out, held at Kimbels on March 11th. "This is a
great idea…. keep it up!" was the general response heard
from our participants.
The evening commenced with cocktails on the porch
enjoying camaraderie and the wonderful ambience Kimbels' view provides. Intimate tables of six for dinner were
planned to encourage conversation with new and old
friends alike.
Join us on April 22nd at 5:30 pm. Don't forget to make
your reservations early!!!
30-30 Club
The April 30-30 Club will be meeting on
Tuesday, April 15. All members are invited to join
although seating is limited. Please contact George
Fahs at [email protected] for more information.
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March Meet and Greet attendees; Leon Rice, Larry
Bertolucci, Karen Caissie, Paul Caissie, Meg Fahs,
Ellen Herkett & Cindy Ryan
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Jessica Welch, Weddings and Special
Events Coordinator David Hackney Director of Food & Beverage
Easter
Events
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Dress Code for Kimbels and Clubhouse
Members are responsible for informing their guests of the dress code and for ensuring compliance with the following
rules. These rules have been approved by the Board of Directors, and update and supersede all previous dress code
requirements. Members and their guests violating the dress code will be notified in writing by the Board via the House
Committee of the violation, reminded of the policy and asked to abide by the dress code in the future. Subsequent
violations of the dress code shall be subject to sanction from the Board in accordance with Bylaws and Club Policy.
Country Club Casual attire is encouraged by all members and their guests at all times in all areas of Kimbels. In the
Bar Area, the Veranda and the outside decks, appropriate denim jeans (no torn of frayed jeans) will also be acceptable
attire at any time. Other than Sundays and Holidays, appropriate denim jeans will also be considered acceptable attire
in the Kimbels dining room area, however only until 5 PM. After 5 PM, appropriate denim jeans will not be allowed in
the Kimbels dining room area. All members and their guests not in compliance with this dress code will be seated in
either the Bar Area or the Veranda.
Entering Kimbels to access the Bar Area, Veranda and outside decks via the front door and walking from the Bar area,
Veranda or outside decks to restrooms does not violate dining room dress codes. Children under twelve (12) years of
age are exempted these dress codes. Children may be in the Bar Area but not seated at the Bar. Attire Never Allowed:
Tank tops, short shorts, gym shorts, sweat pants, swimwear and cutoff shorts. Denim attire and tennis attire is permitted
in the Clubhouse Tavern.
On April 1st we will have an updated wine list and new dinner menu in place!
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WACHESAW PLANTATION POOL BAR
SPRING/SUMMER MENU
(843) 357-0201
BURGERS 7
Build your own
lettuce,tomato,onion,
pickles, salsa, cheese,
chili, relish, ketchup,
mustard, mayo
BACON
2
DELI SANDWICHES 3/6
1/2 OR Whole
SERVED ON WHITE,
WHEAT OR RYE
Ham, Turkey, BLT,
Gr. Cheese, Egg,
Chicken or Tuna
MEMBER FAVORITES..... SERVED WITH CHIPS
AND PICKLES
BUFFALO CHICKEN WRAP - Grilled or Fried all white
meat chicken with our house buffalo sauce, fresh
chopped lettuce, cheese and Ranch dressing
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ROCKIN' REUBEN - Grilled and gooey on Rye
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Turkey, Ham, Saeurkraut, swiss cheese and our spiced
Thousand Island
CABANA CLUB WRAP - YOUR CHOICE OF.. Turkey,
Ham, Tuna, Chicken or Egg Salad with bacon, lettuce,
tomato
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ASIAN CHICKEN SALAD WRAP - our #1 seller last
year ! Our house chicken salad mixed with an Asian
Sesame dressing, fresh chopped lettuce, sliced almonds
and crunchy chow mein noodles
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PB & J - Not just for kids you know!
SIDE OF STRAIGHT CUT SEASONED FRIES
2
STACK OF ONION RINGS
4
FRESH MADE CHIPS, SALSA FRESCA AND SOUR
CREAM
4
Cup of CHICKEN, TUNA OR EGG SALAD
SM 6 LG 12
Honey Almond or Asian Chicken Salad
add 1
Twisted Tuna - pickles, onions, tomatoes, house
seasoning
add 1
IF YOU'RE CRAVING SOMETHING AND
DON'T SEE IT HERE.....
PLEASE ASK - IF THE INGREDIENTS ARE
AVAILABLE, WE'LL BE HAPPY TO
MAKE IT FOR YOU !
Don't forget dessert........
Snickers, M&M's, Reese's PB Cups, Milky Way,
crackers, Fig Newton, Power Bars and
assorted Ice Cream !
(Prices subject to change)
THANK YOU AND HAVE A GREAT DAY
3
CHICKEN TENDERS - 3 or 5 piece
5/7
Served with your choice of BBQ, Honey Mustard,
Ranch or Ketchup
ALL AMERICAN HOT DOG
3
Add chili, sauerkraut, onions or cheese if you please!
.50
SALADS ........
HOUSE - Choice of Italian, Honey Mustard, Ranch,
Caesar or Sesame
Fresh chopped romaine lettuce,
diced tomato, onions, celery & cheese
5
ADD: Grilled or Fried Chicken
5
TWO SCOOP - choice of TUNA, CHICKEN OR EGG
SALAD
9
COBB - Turkey, Bacon, Ham, and chopped Hard Boiled
Egg all piled on our house salad
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JAN & WHITNEY
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Sip into Spring!
Available for purchase at special
member pricing the month of April.
Try a glass at Kimbels… Small production wines with limited availability.
2012 Franciscan Equilibrium,
Napa Valley, California
A new release from Franciscan, a
blend of Sauvignon Blanc,
Chardonnay and Muscat. The three
varietals work well here togetherthere is more than 70 perfect
Sauvignon Blanc, making this a
crisp wine. The Chardonnay adds a
nice richness to the mouthfeel and
the Muscat does what it does best:
adds exotic fruit and floral aromas
and flavors. 83% stainless steel
tank fermented and 17% barrel
fermented. There is something for
every white wine lover here.
Critical
Acclaim: "The
blend of
Sauvignon Blanc
(72%),
Chardonnay
(17%) and
Muscat Canelli
(11%) had our
interest piqued,
as did its steely
white-gold hue.
Director of
Winemaking Janet Myers had to
have a blast crafting this bright,
pretty white. At once it is sweet and
stony: Honeyed white flowers
linger around the minerality and
peaches get tropical with an inset of
streamlined pineapple acidity."
91 Points Tasting Panel
$15 Bottle
$90 case (6 pack)
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2012 Nobilo Icon Pinot Noir,
Marlborough, New Zealand
The fruit for this wine was sourced
from Southern Wairau Valleys,
predominantly in the Waihopai
Valley, an area renowned for its
large diurnal difference with hot
days and cool nights. The hot days
allow the grapes to ripen fully and
the cool nights help to keep acid
structure to add intensity of flavor
and well-balanced tannin structure
to the wine. A mixture of wild and
cultured yeast strains were used to
enhance complexity and mouthfeel.
The wine underwent 100%
malolactic fermentation, and was
100% barrel matured, 25%
in new French oak and the
balance in French barrels
(1–2 years of age). After
12 months aging in barrel,
the wine was blended and
filtered.
Rich aromas of berry
fruits, spice, and hints of
dark chocolate. Flavors of
dark berry fruits such as
cherry, black currant, and
blackberry with cocoa and spicy
oak undertones. The tannins are
soft and well rounded; the palate is
well structured and balanced with
excellent length.
Consistently rated 90 and above
as well as included in Wine
Spectator’s Top 100 Wine List
$13 Bottle
$78 case (6 pack)
Please call or email David Hackney
or Jessica Welch to place your wine
order:
843.357.5141;
[email protected];
[email protected]
March Wine Dinner
As our wine club moves through
our nine month season sampling
wines from viniculture regions
around the world, this month we
arrive in France. Because of the prestige of French wines it can be a
daunting task to find value; however,
sommelier Tony Barnhart of Vidalco
was able to present six selections
ranging in price from $11 to $26.
Vidalco Wines prides itself on its
ability to bring smaller wineries into
the American market place. Three of
the evenings selections were from
Chateau Sainte Roseline whose vineyard has the unique distinction of
having the 800 year old remains of
the wineries name sake on display in
their tasting room.
Chef Adam Shelly once again
showed his versatility with a French
inspired menu. The first plating of
imported Trumpet and Cepe mushrooms with Leek Confit was mentioned by many as a favorite and
Sous Chef Wynn Doggett explained
that he spent many hours preparing
rabbit for the delicate plating that
was served with Domaine Juliette
Avril Chateauneuf- du Pape, Sommelier Barnhart explained the unique
requirements needed to achieve this
wine designation. From our two
walkabout appetizers of Quail Legs
with Olive Demi-glace and Caviar
with Egg and Chive to the dessert if
Chocolate Crème Brulee with Berries and Whipped Cream, Chef
Shelly and his kitchen staff displayed a mastery of French cuisine.
Food and Beverage manager, Jessica
Welch and her service staff once
again had a flawless service.
The Wachesaw Wine Club’s April
dinner is a week earlier than normal.
It will be on April 9th during Masters
week and we have arranged for
wines with a Masters connection. All
Wachesaw Club members can attend. Contact club administration to
be placed on the wine club mailing
list.
NEW MEMBERS
Anthony and Patricia Kolencik Tony and Patty recently purchased a second home in the area, but reside permanently in Franklin, Pennsylvania. Tony is a retired
Pennsylvania State Trooper having spent 28 years on the
Pennsylvania State Police force. Tony enjoys playing
golf and is a super Pittsburgh Steelers fan. Patty earned
her Doctorate in Education from the University of Pittsburgh and is a professor emeritus from Clarion University
of Pennsylvania having spent 39 years as a teacher and
educator. Patty also enjoys playing golf and reading.
Patty has authored several books for professional educators during her professional career and is in the process of
writing another. Patty has recently been invited to serve
on the Board of Visitors for the Spadoni College of
Education at Costal Carolina University. Tony and Patty
look forward to meeting the members of Wachesaw and
joining in on the all the activities.
Paul & Karen Caissie
live in Clearwater, British Columbia, Canada and spend
about four months a year here. They own and operate two
small cable television companies. They also operate a
180 acre, cattle back grounding and hay ranch. Paul &
Karen first came here on a golf vacation after getting
hooked on golf about 15 years ago. They currently reside
at Pawleys Plantation.
Jim and Marilyn Blair hail from the Ann Arbor area in
Michigan. They have four children and nine grandchildren.
Marilyn is a retired speech pathologists who worked for
the Plymouth-Canton school district for thirty years. She
did her undergraduate work at Western Michigan University and received a masters degree from Eastern Michigan
University.
Jim is a electrical engineer who worked for the Detroit
Edison Company for nearly forty years. He is also a
retired Naval Officer. He received his degree form
Michigan State University.
Dr. Carol Brown-Sacco
Born and raised in Greensburg, PA, I worked for 35 years
in the Greensburg Salem School District. I began as a high
school English teacher and retired as an Assistant Superintendent in curriculum, instruction and assessment. My
hobbies include golf and reading, and I volunteer as a
grant writer for several local non-profits.
Mike Sacco
Born in Syracuse, NY, I am a former US Naval Aviator
and I continue my business life as a diamond dealer and
diamond jewelry manufacturer. My hobbies are golf, bird
hunting, fishing and watching college basketball.
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A Shared Vision
By Bob Jewell
When my family (my wife Toni
and my children, Jessica, Collin
and Jeremy) moved to the Grand
Strand in 1995, we were looking
for a residential area and a community that not only recognized and
respected the history of the area,
but also was diverse in the cultural
opportunities available to its residents.
Driving through the gates of
Wachesaw Plantation, we knew we
had found a community that met
our expectations. It wasn’t just the
overall beauty of the majestic oaks
or the great golf course or the fabulous tennis facility and outstanding food venue, it was apparent
that the vision of the original developers was to preserve the history of the plantation and it was
obvious that a plan was in place to
interpret that history so it would
not be lost for future generations.
At the time we discovered Wachesaw, we also discovered Brookgreen Gardens, our neighbor to the
south. In Brookgreen we found an
institution that shared in many
ways the vision at Wachesaw, an
institution committed to historical
recognition, preservation of its majestic oaks and the advancement of
a world-renowned sculpture collection. It was impossible to predict that Brookgreen would be
such a wonderful component of
my future. Life works in strange
ways.
I decided to head over to Brookgreen and either volunteer or find a
part-time position there. My goal
was to enjoy the beauty of the institution and stay out of Toni’s
way.
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In life you never know what the
next chapter will bring and six
months later I was suddenly the
President and CEO of Brookgreen
Gardens.
I quickly realized that like
Wachesaw Plantation, Brookgreen
Gardens was a hidden jewel (no pun
intended). Brookgreen was not just
a “pretty place”, but Wachesaw’s
neighbor to the south was one of the
few institutions to be accredited by
the American Alliance of Museums
and had a zoo with full accreditation
by the Association of Zoos and
Aquariums. In addition, it was a
national Historic Landmark, a
wildlife sanctuary, one of the top
public gardens in the United States,
its sculpture collection was
recognized as one of the largest and
finest collections of American
figurative sculpture in the world and,
like Wachesaw, it was a place to
restore your soul and renew your
spirit
I’ve been the President and CEO
since 2004 and the Gardens never
ceases to engage and amaze me.
Brookgreen inspires the same
.
feeling in the volunteers and members of The Friends of Brookgreen,
groups who work tirelessly to help
make Brookgreen a showcase for
the community. I am enormously
proud that many of those volunteers, members of Brookgreen, and
Friends of Brookgreen are my
neighbors in Wachesaw.
In a letter Fred Bell, President of
the American Alliance of Museums, said it best when he wrote
“For nearly 80 years, Brookgreen
Gardens has been a welcome inspiration, refuge and retreat for the
surrounding community. The
members of that community can
take pride in that fact that in their
midst is one of America’s premier
museums.”
The connection between Wachesaw Plantation and Brookgreen
Gardens is a strong one, not just
because of their proximity and their
shared history, but also because of
their shared dedication to maintaining the natural beauty of these two
very special places. Both Wachesaw Plantation and Brookgreen
Gardens remain: *Ever Changing!
Simply Amazing! Hope to see you
in the Gardens soon.
*P.S. The now recognizable marketing tag was developed in my
home in 2004 by the team of Toni,
Jessica, Collin and Jeremy Jewell.
The Atalaya Connection
.
By Judie Schaal
Just a few miles south of
Wachesaw Plantation is a Gardens
and Park for which we can all thank
Archer Milton and Anna Hyatt
Huntington.
These two, married in New York in
1923, transferred to our warmer
climate in the hopes that Mrs.
Huntington’s tuberculosis would
improve.
But what they brought with them
was a vision that is enhancing our
lives to this day.
Archer, a
businessman, poet and scholar of
Hispanic Studies wanted to build a
garden that would beautifully
compliment the sculptures for
which Anna was receiving
worldwide attention. In the process
they built their home at what would
be Brookgreen Gardens and then
followed that by erecting a winter
home in what is now Huntington
Beach State Park.
Atalaya, that home, which in
Spanish means “watch tower,” was
constructed in the years 1931 to
1933. It overlooks the blue Atlantic
and became the working studio for
Anna to create her magnificent
sculptures.
The years have taken their toll on
Atalaya, but it remains a connection
to the past and a site of inspiration.
And, it is lovingly cared for by The
Volunteers of Atalaya.
Wachesaw resident, Cheryl
Reilly, is one of those caretakers.
She has been a volunteer for 10
years at Atalaya as well as
Brookgreen Gardens. She has
served in the education building,
given tours, worked in the
greenhouse and is on the Board of
Friends of Huntington Beach State
Park. She has made several trips to
Syracuse University where Anna
Hyatt Huntington’s diaries can be
found.
Cheryl smiled, recently, as she
patted the soil around a newly
planted geranium. Then she said,
“In Anna’s diaries, she wrote of how
much she loved geraniums.” So it
was fitting to plant geraniums on
that lovely spring day. And maybe
Cheryl was thinking of her own
special memory: how she received
a first kiss from her future husband
at Atalaya, not far from where she
was planting Anna’s bright red
geraniums.
Les MacCallum (not Cheryl’s husband) and Cheryl Reilly
planting red geraniums at Atalaya
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April 2014
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
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Thursday
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Book Club I
Friday
4
5
WLGA-18
Interclub
3-Hole
Program
Mah Jongg
6
8
7
Men’s
Founders Day
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Carolina Home
Exteriors
651-6514
10
9
Book Club III
Book Club II
Birthday Night
Mah Jongg
11
Stephen Evans
CPA, PA
357-4384
Saturday
Men’s
Founders Day
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12
Master Sweeps
3-Hole
Program
Easter Egg
Hunt
Master Sweeps
Wine Club
13
14
Master Sweeps
20
15
Curtis Team
Properties
651-3144
21
Easter Brunch
27
Drunken Jacks
651-2044
28
Couples Golf
& Grill
Aerification of
the Greens
16
Pool Open
30-30 Club
17
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Bingo Night
22
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Spann Roofing
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Mah Jongg
347-2220
29
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24
19
50 & Under
3-Hole
Program
25
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Dentistry
238-5111
26
WLGA-9
Meet & Greet
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3-Hole
Program
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Insurance
357-7100
30
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Advisors
237-7676
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357-9301
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651-3535
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