Earning Your Support Every Day

January 2007
6200 N. Clubhouse Lane, Tucson, AZ 85750
Earning Your Support Every Day
Club
Numbers:
Main Number
577-1400
Golf Shop
577-4061
Tennis Shop
577-4009
Room
Reservations
577-4056
Catalina
Room
577-4075
Group Sales
577-4088
Catering
577-4011
Day Spa
577-4080
Gate House
577-2421
Membership
577-4012
WE APPRECIATE THE OUTPOURING OF SUPPORT from
members for our annual Holiday Fund, which topped
out this year over $30,000. Club employees share in
the fund based on their number of years of service and
the number of hours worked
during the past year. We are
particularly pleased to recognize four employees with 19 or
more years of service, including Christine Baker-Perry, our
membership director; Daniel
Medrano, who is part of the
support staff; Pete Stockberger,
George White
our mainstay in the men’s grill,
and Becky Sena at the front desk.
While we all appreciate the members’ demonstration of support, our management staff and employees know that we have to continually work hard to
deserve it. We know that the club cannot continue its
march toward premier club status without the ongoing support of our members.
That support has allowed us to reinvest $3 million
in the club in past years. This year we spent over
$1 million including $500,000 for the new Mountain
greens, resurfacing tennis courts 10 and 11, new
short game practice area, improvements in the men’s
locker room, new carpeting and check-in desk in
the pro shop, new equipment for golf course maintenance and food and beverage areas, new security
cameras and pool locker room improvements, as well
as upgrades in landscaping and lighting around the
club. In 2008, our plan for capital projects includes
over $650,000 for resurfacing the Canyon greens,
new fitness room expansion, resurfacing the small
kiddie pool, continued upgrades in the men’s and
ladies’ locker rooms, an additional golf house ladies
restroom and upgrades in kitchen and golf course
maintenance equipment.
As you know, we—along with all country clubs—
expend the major portion of our budget for salaries.
Recruitment, training and retention of staff are the
keys to providing you the quality of service you expect. Over the past few years, we have been building
a staff that can deliver that level of service, and we
recognize that retention of quality employees is an
expensive proposition.
For its part, the management staff has been working on key strategic initiatives to fulfill their vision
that “we provide a premier club experience to all
those who enter the gate.” This is an ambitious project that cuts across the entire organization.
Three strategic initiatives are in process of implementation. Among the most visible is our campaign
to maximize availability of tee times and increase the
pace of play to optimize golf course accessibility for
members and their guests. This will be an ongoing
process, continuously monitored by our staff.
We expect to share measurable results from time
to time so that you are fully apprised of the effectiveness of this initiative.
An equally important initiative is core value training for our entire staff. It is designed to ensure that
every employee has a complete understanding of his
or her job so that they can act professionally at all
times to ensure each member enjoys a premier club
experience.
Closely allied to core values training is our personalized service initiative. Personalized service may be
our most important core value. This initiative is an
effort to provide our employees the training and the
tools to anticipate your need.
A key component of this initiative is the Jonas
system, which is capable informing every employee
who you are and what your preferences are. For
instance, in the dining room, if you like a martini
before your meal and your wife likes a glass of chardonnay, we can have your drinks ready when you are
seated.
Obtaining your identification photo in the past
month or so was the first step in assembling information about you that will help us achieve this important goal.
You will be hearing more about these initiatives in
the upcoming months, but I thought it useful to let
you know now what we have in mind to continue to
deserve your support.
George White
CEO, General Manager
Ladies Locker Room Renovation
The ladies’ locker room continues to progress as various
groups work to enhance the
appearance of the shower area.
Beginning with the intent on
replacing the tile, fixtures, and
glass doors within the showers, the demolition started on
September 28 in hopes to move
quickly and provide all members with an easy transition to
the improved space. Immediately after removing tile in the
wet area, it was apparent that
termites had severely damaged
the walls and architect Bruce
Call was brought in for consultation. His advice was that a
structural engineer was needed
to survey the damage and offer
solutions for repairing the wall.
Before the engineer arrived
(two and a half weeks postconsultation), demolition and
installation around the area
continued in order to provide
a greater picture and access to
the damage. The ceiling above
the Jacuzzi and wet area was
removed and a temporary enclosure was constructed, enabling access to an exterior wall
that has since had all stucco
removed. To ease disruption to
the locker room and allow the
toilets and vanity area to reopen, new doors were installed
to provide access to the shower
area.
With the ceiling removed, the
structural engineer and his
team performed their inspection and reported that the integrity of three support beams
show signs of extensive past
termite damage. Within two
days, Call suggested a plan of
mitigation that includes building additional support posts
and creating a load-bearing
wall where the ladies locker
room abuts the wet area. Following the Thanksgiving holiday, a temporary wall was built
to allow access to the future
support wall without further
disruption to the ladies’ locker
room, allowing demolition of
the wall and steam room to be
completed.
Though a large amount of
construction, and regrettably
disruption, has occurred over
the past few months, much action has been taken to ensure a
quality and lasting end product
be provided to all members.
We have constructed two temporary walls, allowing access
to continue mitigating the
structural damage. While the
vanity and bathroom areas are
still open, they are currently
not accessible directly from the
ladies’ locker room. Additionally, plans have been submitted
to the county and design work
is completing final stages.
When we reopen the wet area
of the Locker Room in February, the steam room will be
rebuilt, the wood in the sauna
will be replaced with new cedar,
and upgraded tile will cover the
floor and walls of the shower
area. Glass partitions will replace the previous columns between the showers, and a permanent obscure glass door will
be erected between the wet and
dry areas of the Locker Room.
New ventilation and lighting
will also be used to enhance the
space.
As construction and demolition move forward, we will
continue to communicate our
progress about the many enhancements that this project
will bring to the renovated
ladies’ locker room.
Rewards & Recognition
Program
Members Choice Award
We have a new way for members to recognize stellar service by staff members.
If you experience an instance of stellar
service we encourage you to recommend
that staff member for recognition.
• There will be one winner each month.
• Nominations are due by the 20 day of
the month.
• Fill out an appropriate ballot. Ballots
will be available online or in the membership office.
• Nominations are to be returned to the
membership drop box or sent in with
their monthly statement.
• These ballots will be presented to the
Executive Committees for review and
voting during the last meeting of the
month.
• The winner and nominator will each
receive a complimentary lunch.
• All approved nominees will receive a
token of appreciation.
Line Employees/Managers/Supervisor
This reward is available to all associates
not on the Executive Committee employed
for at least 90 days with no disciplinary
action and may be nominated by a member in good standing.
Staff Appreciation
Thanks to your generous
contributions to the employee
holiday fund, our staff will
enjoy a much brighter
holiday season.
The staff wishes you a very happy
holiday and New Year!
Menu Creation Pursues Collective Palate
MENU CREATION AT VENTANA IS a neverending process, a constant pursuit of
the collective palate of the membership.
We have introduced a variety of menu
items over the years to test what you,
the members, prefer when you come to
the club to dine.
We understand that the collective palate is a moving target and that it changes with the seasons. Our challenge is to
have available what you prefer when
you choose to dine with us.
Among the things we have learned
is that comfort foods are always in
demand, particularly as more members
choose to dine regularly with us. Our
regulars are special to us. We appreciate
their patronage and try always to have
something they are
sure to enjoy.
e have also
learned that
within any group of
members at any one
time, the food selections can vary widely. For instance,
golfers coming off
Chef John
the course and meeting family members
for dinner at the club may have a taste
for a dinner entrée, while their family
members might prefer to order off the
bar or lunch menu. We have to be prepared to meet all of their needs.
W
Member Profiles Feature
As part of the club’s personalized service strategic initiative (see George
White’s article on Page 1), we are publishing brief profiles each month of a
long-standing member as well as a new member. These are designed to help
the members at large to get to know one another. The profiles are also to be
published in Ventana Voice, our employee newsletter, so our staff can get to
know the members better.
Jerry McCoy – Long Standing Member Profile
Jerry McCoy has been a member here at Ventana Canyon for ten years now,
although only living in Tucson for eight. The first couple of years were
spent commuting from Hinsdale, Illinois. One of Jerry’s favorite events is
the Member/Guest Days, when he can invite other friends to join him here.
Jerry loves the beef stew with mashed potatoes, which is often a nightly special in the Catalina Room. He’d love to see it as a regular menu item. Rome,
is a destination Jerry would love to visit.
Chandra Givens – New Member Profile
Chandra Givens has lived in Tucson just two and half months. Shortly
after moving here from Chicago, Chandra found a new home as a member
here at Ventana Canyon. So far her favorite event is the Season Opener but
looks forward to attending many upcoming events. Her favorite item on the
Catalina Room menu is the very popular Ventana Blue. Paris, is a destination
Chandra would love to visit.
Another major aspect of our menu creation is the planning and preparation of
daily specials. We try to take advantage
of seasonally available fresh ingredients
and to be sensitive to requests from
members for favorite dishes. You can
be sure that when feedback comes in,
we get to work on it. When we can’t
add your favorites to the menu, we can
often add them as daily specials. When
we do that we try always to let you
know so that you don’t miss out.
In my mind, meeting the needs of the
members is what it is all about. I have
stressed many times that our staff will
do everything possible to meet your
special requests. Nevertheless, some
members are reluctant to make requests,
apparently feeling that they put an
undue burden on the staff.
e assured that the staff gets a
warm feeling of satisfaction every
time we are able to fulfill any of your
special needs. They really love to do
it. I can recall a personal feeling of
warmth in fulfilling a request for a peanut butter and jelly sandwich at the end
of a long, dreary day. We are sensitive
to the reality that food is an emotional
component of life and sometimes we all
need nurturing. If you crave peanut butter and jelly—or anything else—we will
try to be there for you.
One avenue of testing potential menu
items is our rich schedule of special
events. Many of you have had a chance
to sample some American regional
cuisine during the Monday Night Football buffets when we have featured a
dish from the city of each team. Many
members commented that they have
enjoyed challenging their palates with
something new.
The menus for our wine dinners, gourmet nights and member mixers are all
created to provide a satisfying culinary
experience, while expanding your personal repository of alluring tastes and
flavors.
B
—Chef John
Art Lecture
by Wayne Kielsmeier
January 23, 2008
5:00 p.m. Cocktails
5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Discussion
Please call the Dining Room
Hostess at 577-4075 to make a
reservation for dinner.
Catalina Room will be open.
THE ART MARKET:
What is and what is not a primer to collecting and
investing in works of fine art
(Seven important factors that
determine the value of a work of
art, and the four steps to buying
art smart) and what really is an
Original Print??
Make Reservations with Melinda at 577-4000.
KNITTERS’ KNOOK
THE KNITTERS’ KNOOK IS REMINDING ANY interested knitters to join them! ALL levels (including those who would like to learn how to
knit) are welcome! We meet every Tuesday
from 11 a.m. until noon; please check The
Rock for the exact location each week.
Also, the Knitters’ Knook will be offering
a class on “lace knitting” using large (size
10 U.S.) needles and bulkier yarn to make a
lacy scarf. The class will have two sessions:
Friday, January 11 and Friday, January 25
from 1 to 3 p.m. each time. Cost is $33 for
the instruction and pattern
but you must bring your own
materials. Anyone interested
should contact Barbara Provus at 529-2415 as space is
limited.
Learn the four major
processes for producing
"original prints".
Ventana Canyon Book Club
Kudos and thanks go to Diane Michaels for her expert
handling of a difficult book. Her selection Blindness
by Jose Saramago brought about opinions
that were varied, diverse and controversial.
A great and different read and a greater
discussion! It was much fun!
Thanks also to Dave Fletcher who gave us a
background sketch of the author and his many works,
which Dave has read.
We will start out the New Year with Rise and Shine by
Anna Quindlen. This is Anne Roberts’ selection and will
be discussed when we next meet on January 27 at 6:15
p.m.
Happy New Year and see you there!
Nelda Clark
From your Personal Concierge
WE WELCOME IN 2008 with many fun events
happening at Ventana Canyon Golf and Racquet Club.
Hope to see you here often throughout the year.
This month offers much to do around the Old Pueblo. I will begin with activities that
may be of special interest to our
families with children and grandchildren.
• Birdwatchers will enjoy seeing
thousands of sandhill cranes filling
the skies, on a day trip to Sulpher
Springs Valley on the 17.
• Another day trip around Tucson’s
parks, including Agua Caliente and
Arlene Corey
Sweetwater Wetlands, birders will
spot winter visitors such as American wigeon,
snowy egrets and wing-necked ducks on the 21.
• For those of you preferring butterflies to birds,
Tucson Botanical Gardens hosts Arizona’s only
live tropical butterfly exhibit through March 31.
• The Arizona State Museum explores the miner’s
quest, in “Set In Stone: 2000 Years of Gem and
Mineral Trade in the Southwest” through February 15.
• ”Dillinger Days” downtown on the 19.
• ”Family Arts Festival” downtown on the 13.
• Tucson Symphony Orchestra’s “Just For Kids
Concert” is a voyage on a sea of pirate-inspired
music on the 5.
Theatre lovers have several good options. Arizona
Theatre Company presents “Dr. Jekyll and Mr.
Hyde” opening on the 12. Invisible Theatre’s southwest premier of “Vita & Virginia” on the 12 and 13,
reveals the letters written between two great writers
of the 20th century.
• Broadway in Tucson brings award-winning
“High School Musical” to the stage on the 2-6.
“Schubert Shadows” a one-man show at Berger
Center, features Richard Moll portraying 19 century Austrian baritone, Johann Michael Vogl, on
the 6. “South Pacific” sings the music of Rodgers
& Hammerstein at the TCC on the 18, 19, 25 and
26.
UA Presents brings four great shows in January:
• Itzhak Perlman on the 16
• “Bravo Broadway” on the 24
• “Monterey Jazz Festival” on the 26
•
“Les Ballets Trocadero de Monte Carlo” on the
31
The Tucson Museum of Art’s exhibition of “An
Eclectic Eye: Selections from the Dan Leach Collection” is shown alongside works of other artists from
the region, through the 6. The University Museum of
Art displays “Correspondence: In Relation to Goya”
through February 3. Other events around town:
• Quarter horses run every weekend JanuaryMarch at Rillito Racetrack
• “Jewish Film Festival” at the JCC/U of A from
the 12-24
• “30th Annual Quilters Guild Show” at the TCC
from the 11- 13
• “36th Annual Indian Arts and Crafts Show” at
TCC from the 11–13
Please stop by my desk any time, if you have questions on these or any other events. I’m always happy to
help you make any needed arrangements. Happy New
Year!
Welcome New Members
GOLF
Edward & Paula Golden
1608 E. Desert Garden Drive
Tucson, AZ 85718
547-525-3055
Richard & Dr. Joan Sheingold
(Kerri & David)
56 Tannery Lane South
Weston, CT 06993
203-222-0405
SOCIAL
Burton & Carol Cunin
610 N. Desert Moon Court
Tucson, AZ 85750
529-7272
Michael & Donna Darter
5855 N. Kolb Road #8207
Tucson, AZ 85750
217-369-4500
Junior Tennis Program
for Spring 2008
Classes begin Monday, January 7
Tiny Tots (Preschool)
Monday & Wednesday 4:00-5:00pm
Tuesday & Thursday
4:00-5:00pm
$8/class
$8/class
Instructor: Kristen
Instructor: Eric
Shooting Stars (Grades K-2)
Monday & Wednesday
4:00-5:00pm
Tuesday & Thursday
4:00-5:00pm
$8/class
$8/class
Instructor: Eric
Instructor: Kristen
Hot Shots (Grades 3-5)
Monday & Wednesday
Tuesday & Thursday
5:00-6:00pm
5:00-6:00pm
$8/class
$8/class
Instructor: Eric
Instructor: Kristen
Aces (Grades 6-8)
Monday & Wednesday
Tuesday & Thursday
5:00-6:00pm
5:00-6:00pm
$8/class
$8/class
Instructor: Kristen
Instructor: Eric
High School Tennis
Monday & Wednesday
4:30-6:00pm
$12/class
Instructor: Scott
Pool News
by Lisa Walls
We finally got our winter weather in December.
Hail pummeled the pool one Monday evening and left
nearly an inch of hail on the deck. Believe it or not,
we actually had swimmers that night!
The masters swim team is in its third year at Ventana
Canyon. It is made up of members and non-members.
The team meets Monday through Friday from 9-10
a.m. Our swimmers are on the team to get in shape,
compete in swim meets and to socialize. Outside of
the pool, our swimmers meet monthly for breakfast
and more socialization. All members are welcome to
join. The master’s team will occupy lanes 5-8. We
will be leaving lanes 1-4 open for lap swimmers.
Age group swim team still meets from 3:30-6:30
p.m. daily. We participate in meets locally and around
the state. Due to weather, our team is small right now,
but as with the master’s team, we welcome new members. The more the merrier.
If you are interested in lessons, please call 336 to
make arrangements.
Lunch with Santa at Ventana
Thirty-nine children and their parents turned out for Ventana’s first
annual Lunch With Santa program December 16 at the club, where
these candid photographs recorded the frivolity of the day.
Ventan
a
Ventana Canyon
Painting Class for Children
January 27, 2008
$15.00++ per child
Lunch will be served at 11:30 a.m. with
Painting to Follow
Your child can create their very own
work of art at the club.
Each child will receive a simple picture to paint with assistance from the Catering and Membership Directors.
Please RSVP with Melinda at 577-4000 before
January 24th. 48-hour cancellation policy in effect.
V
entana Kids Club “Featuring”
February - Will you be my Valentine? Make
your very own Valentines to take to class to
trade with your friends.
March- Easter Egg Hunt, Visit the club for a
fun morning of searching for Easter Eggs with
the Easter Bunny.
April - Keepin‛ It Green- Pick a plant to put in
your own pot that you will decorate.
Kid’s K
SF
orner
abino
amily Dining Room
We would like to inform our families with
children and grandchildren that the Sabino
Room is always happy to welcome children
of all ages for more relaxed, casual dining.
Coloring sheets and crayons are available.
Please, also check your Thursday e-mail blast
for dates that the Sabino Room is being used
for private events. We usually know these
dates at least seven days in advance. We look
forward to seeing your children and grandchildren at the club in 2008!
Cooking Skills by Age
Match your kids' skill levels with various tasks for
safe kitchen fun. Here are some suggestions for agespecific tasks:
3-Year Olds
Wash fruits and vegetables
Stir ingredients in a bowl
Tear lettuce
Pour liquids
4-Year Olds
Grease pans
Open packages
Peel oranges or hard-cooked eggs
Snip fresh herbs with dull scissors
Mash bananas with a fork
5-to 6-Year Olds
Measure ingredients
Cut soft foods with a blunt knife
Set the table
Garnish food
Fundamentals of Impact
Courtesy on Golf Course
LAST MONTH WE DISCUSSED THE THREE GAMES OF GOLF: Golf
swing, ball striking, and scoring, and how each of these
parts of the game has its own set of fundamental skills.
This month I’d like to talk about Ball
Striking, or the basics of Impact.
THE GOLF SEASON is under way and it is extremely
exciting to see the record number of members participating in our club events and daily play. Several very
important new initiatives are being implemented, but
please keep in mind proper golf etiquette and courtesy
to other players on the golf course. Speed of play does
not warrant pushing or hitting into the group in front
of you. The safety of our members and guests is our
first concern. The player assistants will be very visible
on the golf course and their number one objective is to
assist you in enjoying your round of golf.
Any golf shot, whether a drive, a pitch, or
a putt, is a matter of controlling the distance the ball travels, and the direction.
Dave Simm There are four basic impact skills we need
to practice in order to accomplish this:
1. Solid Centered Impact - the closer we can get to contacting the ball with the center of the clubface, or sweet
spot, the greater degree of control we will have over
distance and direction. We can improve this skill by
paying greater attention to the feeling or the sound of
impact, and increasing our awareness for the shots that
“feel good”. There are drills and regimens designed
specifically to help golfers improve their ability to hit
more solid shots.
2. Square Impact - no mystery here . . . the golf ball
goes in the direction the club face is pointing at the
moment of impact! Once a player understands that
concept, learning how to adjust the clubface at impact,
and thereby control the direction of the shot, becomes
easier.
3. Angle of Attack - this describes the path, or arc, on
which the club head is traveling through the hitting
zone. A path that is too shallow will result in thin or
topped shots, while a path that is too steep will make
the ball pop up in the air, or make the club dig too deep
into the turf. A corollary skill is learning how to control the loft of your club.
4. Speed - simply put, once you can make solid impact
with a relatively square club face, and your angle of
attack is appropriate, controlling where your ball goes
comes down to club head speed. Most of us wish we
could create more speed in order to hit the ball farther,
but without the first three skill sets in place, more speed
will only magnify our mistakes.
Any drills or exercises that help with these four impact
fundamentals will help us become better ball strikers, and
help us increase our enjoyment of the game.
Ventana Vistas is published monthly by the Ventana
Canyon Alliance, LLC, for members of the Ventana
Canyon Golf & Racquet Club. Articles are
contributed by club members and staff.
George White, Chief Executive Officer
[email protected]
Christine Baker-Perry, editor
[email protected]
Tracey Fossatti, copy editor
[email protected]
Our Mission
We are a well-managed, customer-focused,
financially sound and profitable business delivering a
high-quality club experience to our members, guests
and employees, while adding value to the
Ventana Canyon Community.
Our Board of Managers
David Carney, chairman
Taylor Payson, vice chairman
Andy Samet, secretary
James O. Johnston, treasurer
Members:
Bruce Bellows, Marylyn Canfield,
Don Carrig, Ken Granat, Jim Jennings, Don Rhodes
and Peg Rosenquist.
RACQUET TALK
VENTANA CANYON TEAM WINS THE RESORT CUP
Congratulations to the teams that
represented
Ventana Canyon
Racquet Club
on Saturday,
December 15, for
the annual Resort
Cup play against
Westward Look,
La Paloma, and
Scott Anders
El Conquistador.
It was a great
day of tennis and a great feeling to see
Ventana Canyon holding the trophy at
the end of the day.
It is with great excitement that in
addition to our many familiar programs
this January, including a ladies doubles
drop-in on Saturday mornings, cardio
tennis sessions, and themed clinics.
There are many additions to the junior
program that fit anyone’s schedule
during the week. The activity and
programs are increasing and we would
love to see you out on the courts each
week.
Another exciting event will happen
on Sunday, January 27 called the
“G’day Mate Tennis Challenge” at
9:00 a.m. This event will be a social
event in honor of the Australian Open
Tournament in Melbourne. We’ll have
our own “Aussie” celebration complete
with kabobs and Fosters outside on the
patio. The tournament will have both a
singles division and a doubles division
for men and women. Don’t miss
this wonderful event where you are
sure to enjoy the atmosphere and the
camaraderie with other members. Sign
up now in the tennis pro shop!!!
Adult and Senior league season is
right around the corner with teams
forming now and registration starting
January 6 for the seniors league and
January 20 for the adult leagues. If
you are interested in playing on a
league or forming a team of your own,
let us know so that we can help. It is
an exciting activity and great tennis
experience to play on a team. We
look forward to watching our teams
represent Ventana Canyon!
Again, we are excited about all the
great activities and things to come for
2008. If you are looking to get back
into tennis or if there is that certain
shot you want in your game, make
2008 the year you committed to getting
out on the courts and reaching your
goals. We look forward to seeing
everyone on the courts.
Scott Anders
PBI Director of Tennis
January Tennis Tip
2007 Resort Cup Team: Pictured Front Left to Right:
Cathy Hicks, Laurie Weiss, Monica Dalkin, Jane Kaufman,
Becky Alev, and Claudia Johnson Back Left to Right: Al
Chapeskie, Bruce Dalkin, Su-Wen Chang, Terry Johnson,
Jim Concidine, and Don Duffer
Terry Johnson hits a serve
during Resort Cup play.
back on track with your
Many times, players will
serve. This may take some
have trouble serving in
practice because not only
a match situation. This
are you fighting
is a result of
your opponent
tightening the
wrist due to
across the net for
every point, but
nervousness or
you’re fighting your
fatigue. Once
nerves and focus of
the mistakes
attention before you
start to happen,
frustration sets
start each point.
Eric Gessner
in and the first
thing players do is place
So, if your serve abandons
attention on their toss. We you in a match, get it back
would teach, however, that by relaxing your wrist on
the focus should be placed your serve.
on the wrist in these
situations to relax and
Eric Gessner
Head Tennis Professional
properly use the flexibility
of the loose wrist to get
RACQUET TALK
2008 Adult Tennis Programs:
Monday
Cardio Tennis
Themed Clinic
Cardio Tennis
7:30-8:30am
9:00-10:30am
6:30-7:30pm
$12 per person
$15 per person
$12 per person
Tuesday
Men’s Clinic
Fundamentals Clinic
Ladies League
Club Singles
9:00-10:30am
9:00-10:30am
9:00-11:00am
7:00-9:00pm
$15 per person
$15 per person
$20 per person for 6 weeks
FREE
Wednesday
Cardio Tennis
Drop-in Drills
Men’s Mixer
7:30-8:30am
9:00-10:30am
6:30-8:30pm
$12 per person
$15 per person
$15 per person
Thursday
Ladies Clinic
9:00-10:30am
$15 per person
Friday
Drop-in Drills
9:00-10:30am
$15 per person
Saturday
Club Doubles (Men & Women)
9:00am
FREE
Sunday
4.0+ Drop-in
9:00-11:00am
FREE
Themed Clinics Every Monday
Monday, January 7
“Serves & Returns”
Monday, January 14
“Volleys & Overheads”
Monday, January 21
“Groundstrokes”
Monday, January 28
“Doubles Strategy”
Member Participation Role
Is Major Assistance to Club
I
WOULD LIKE TO EXTEND A VERY
BIG thank you to all those
members who continue to
participate in the programs
that improve the golf courses,
such as, adopt-a-hole and
Dewar’s & Divots. It is great
to see members take pride
in the golf courses and help
contribute to the care of the
courses.
With the cold temperatures
of winter upon us it is very
important that we all take
a little extra time to ensure
divots are filled, ballmarks are
fixed and that we avoid high
traffic areas. The turfgrass’
ability to recover from traffic/
stress is greatly reduced due
to the colder temperatures. A
little extra time filling divots
or fixing ballmarks may save
you a stroke or two on your
next round of golf. The golfers
playing behind you will greatly
appreciate your efforts and
golf course etiquette.
We appreciate everyone’s
understanding and cooperation
as we go through our annual
frost delay
season. Your
patience is
appreciated
and our goal
is to always
limit the frost
delay as much
as possible
Wally Dowe
without causing
any long-term problems on the
golf course.
Please remember to fill your
divots, fix your ballmarks
and swing hard in case
you hit it. If you have any
questions or concerns please
feel free to contact Wally
Dowe (Director of Golf Course
Maintenance) at 577-4013 or
ventanacanyon1@qwestoffice.
net
I hope everyone had a great
holiday season and that 2008
brings
you many more
blessings.
Dewar’s and Divots
January 14
Come join your fellow members for a cocktail, socialize
with friends and spend an
hour or so enjoying the great
weather on the golf courses
filling divots. Meet at the
Ventana Bar & Grill at 3:45
p.m. We will go out on the
courses at 4:00 p.m.
Member Mixer
January 15
$18.00++ Per Person
Bar Service Available
RSVP to Melinda at 5774000 by Friday, January
14.
48-hour cancellation
in effect.
M e m b e r I n c e n t i v e P ro g r a m
The membership promotion program continues for all
classes of membership. If a
Ventana member sponsors a
new golf member, even if the
membership is purchased on
the secondary market, the sponsoring member will receive a
credit of $636.50, equal to one
month’s dues, on his or her next
member statement.
For every new tennis or social
member recruited, the sponsoring member will receive a
credit on his or her monthly
statement of the amount equal
to one month’s dues for the
class of membership involved:
$265.00 for tennis and $181.50
for social members. The member who refers the new member must sign the applicant’s
Request for Membership Form
as a sponsor prior to submission to the membership office.
The incentive does not apply
to short-term social or tennis
memberships.
If you have any questions,
please contact Christine BakerPerry at 577-4012.
W.G.A. by Sharon Kerr
Happy New Year to everyone. May 2008 bring
you good health and peace.
Just an update on the ladies locker room: Sue
Samet toured the locker room with Dave Carney and
George White and saw the extensive termite damage
that was being repaired. Work on the project continues to progress slowly because there was so much
unexpected infestation. There was an attempt to
solve what was thought to be a minor problem years
ago, but the job wasn’t done properly. They’re now
doing it the right way so just be patient and we’re
sure to see great results. Thanks.
In December, we choose Stand Up For Kids Tucson as our charity for the year. I am more than
happy to report that we collected over $1,100!
How’s that for great support? Thank you so much,
ladies. Also, thank you for your donations to the
Food Bank. Dora Fletcher, who volunteers there
on Tuesdays, was kind enough to transport all of
our donations to the Food Bank for us. Thank you,
Dora.
Hopefully you’ve seen, and noticed all the signs
around for the “Rally For The Cure” event, which
takes place on January 31. This year the MGA,
Men’s Seniors and Niners will be joining the WGA
for the event. It will be an 18 hole scramble, you
may sign up with your own foursome and you may
sponsor a hole for $50.00. The entry fee is $20.00,
of which $11 is a tax deduction (you may, of course,
donate more). All registration and sign up is to be
done in the Pro Shop. There will be a continental
breakfast and lunch served. If you choose to come
to the lunch only, there is a $20.00 donation fee.
The cutoff date is January 23. This is a wonderful
way to build camaraderie between the golf groups
and to raise money for a wonderful cause. See you
there.
Other upcoming events to be aware of: The Member/Member is being held on March 5-6 and the
Hole-in-the-Wall on March 25-26. Make sure that
you sign up, as both of these are very popular events.
Congratulations goes to the following who had
chip-ins during the past month: Ann Dobbie, #2
Mountain; Linda Balch, #13 Mountain; Pat Citron,
#13 Mountain; Susie Waggoner, #3 Mountain; Diana
Phillips, #5 Canyon; Anne Roberts, #7 Canyon; Allison Dittmann, #5 Canyon; Irene Coyle, #4 Canyon;
Etsu Suzuki, #1 Canyon. Keep up the good work!
2008 Schedule of Events
January
February
March
April
3
10
17
24
31
7
14
21
28
6
13
25
26
27
28
3
10
17
24
Tee Times - Team 1 Best Ball Event, 2BB
Odd
Tee Times - Queen Bee Eclectic Day 1
Tee Times - Stableford
Tee Times - Queen Bee Day 2
Shotgun - “Rally for the Cure”
Tee Times - Mystery Holes
Tee Times - Give a Putt
Shotgun - Informal Guest Day
Shotgun - ABCD Event
Member/Member
Tee Times - Thrown Out 2 Holes
Hole-in-the-Wall (Practice Round)
Hole-in-the-Wall
Hole-in-the-Wall
Hole-in-the-Wall
Tee Times - Low Down
Men’s Invitational
President’s Cup
President’s Cup
Understanding Chelsea
OVER THE PAST YEAR, the
Chelsea tee time system
has been a great asset to
members for reserving
tee times in a fair and
equitable manner. We
recommend that members
submit their requests for
tee times up to thirty-days
and not less than eight
days in advance of play
date. This will allow their
request to be included in
the seven-day advance
lottery assignment and
provide you an equal opportunity to receive your
requested time. Please be
advised that during the
busy season, groups may
be placed on standby. To
reduce this possibility,
make your request window as wide as possible.
Currently, 86 percent of
all member requests are
placed within one hour of
their request window.
Any member not utilizing a personal computer
to submit a request needs
to contact the golf shop for
assistance at least eight
days prior to the play date.
This will allow your tee
time request to be in the
seven-day advance lottery
and provide fair access
to all members. Tee time
requests received within
seven days of the play date
will only have access to
the available times after
the first assignment.
On behalf of the golf staff
at Ventana Canyon, we
wish you the best in the
New Year.
NINERS NEWS
The results of the December 3 Ryder Cup Event
were Team Europe 31.5 vs Team USA 28.5. Congratulations to the members of team Europe: Joan Brandt,
Adele Ward, Betty Grimm, Jan Wood, Rhona Stern,
Tornie MacKay, Susan Johnstone, Linda Duffer, and
Alex Smith.
December was a quiet month for us, with the eve of
the holidays falling on Monday and many of our members off to be with families at this special time of years.
We are all looking forward to the rest of our season.
Be sure to reserve your space in the Valentine’s Day
Couples Event on February 11. Bring your husband
or best friend for an afternoon of golf with prizes and a
special dinner planned by Lois Fisher and Carol Lyons. A sign up sheet for this event will be in the Ladies
Locker Room. Member non-golfers are welcome to
join us for dinner.
Ventana Niners
Valentine’s Couples Event
Monday, February 11th
18 Hole Event with a 1:00pm Shotgun
$70.00 per couple
Sign up sheet in the Ladies Locker Room
by Jackie Bartick
2008 Schedule of Events
January
7 9:00 Shotgun; Luncheon - A-Step-Aside
Scramble
14 Assigned TT – 3’s, 2’s, 1’s
(3 best on par 3’s, 2 on par 4’s, 1 on par 5’s)
21 Free Play
28 Assigned TT – State Medallion I
February 4 9:00 Shotgun; Luncheon – 2x2 Scramble
(A/D Scramble + B/C Scramble for team
score)
11 1:00pm Valentines Event; 18 hole Scramble
18 Assigned TT – State Medallion II
25 Free Play
March 3 8:30 shotgun - luncheon/No Alibi
Scramble *Mulligans replace
handicap
strokes (25%)
10 Assigned T.T. - Cactus Classic (III)
17 Assigned T.T. - Member/Guest
24 Free Play
31 Assigned T.T. - Four Person Scramble
April
7 9:00 shotgun - Niners Invitational
14 8:30 shotgun - luncheon/ABCD
Scramble - Awards
21 Assigned T.T. - Nine Hole “Throw
Out” *Team throws out 9 worst net
scores
28 Free Play - Final Play Day
Adopt-a-Hole Program
The new season is upon us and
the increased traffic on our golf
courses will start to take its
toll. In an effort to assist our
outstanding golf maintenance
staff with the upkeep of our
courses, we will once again
promote the popular Adopt-aHole program. This program
is 100 percent voluntary.
Members will simply adopt a
hole and on some regular basis,
help with its maintenance by
filling divots, repairing ball
marks and picking up trash.
This program has produced
very positive results in
improving the appearance and
condition of our courses.
The golf and maintenance
staff would like to thank the
members who have in the past
participated in this program
and we ask for your continued
support. If you would like to
get involved and adopt a hole,
please contact the golf shop for
more information.
Thank you.
From Your Handicap Committee
by Gay Clifford, Chairman
MANY OF THE COMPETITIVE EVENTS AT VENTANA are
team events where the winning score is based on
the contributions of two or more players. During
these events, it is common practice to concede putts
or fail to complete a hole because other scores take
precedence. Similarly, in Match Play events, putts are
conceded and balls picked up without completing the
hole. The USGA Handicap System accounts for these
circumstances. Section 4-1 of the USGA Handicap
Manual states: "A player who starts, but does not
complete a hole or is conceded a stroke must record
for handicap purposes the most likely score." In a later
explanation, the Manual also clarifies what constitutes
a most likely score: "Most likely score is a judgment
that each player must make based on the player's own
game. It consists of the number of strokes already
taken plus, in the player's best judgment, the number
of strokes needed to complete the hole from that
position more than half the time". Unfortunately,
many of our players appear to be overly optimistic
about their capabilities. For example, Players A &
B are on the green in two. Player A is 25 feet from
the hole, and Player B is 15 feet from the hole.
Should Player A hole his 25 foot putt, the most likely
score for player B would be four, not three, since
the probability of making the 15-footer is less than
50%. The same is true for shorter shots or for those
occasions where player B is off the green in two.
In the latter case, with a 15 or higher handicap, the
most likely score would be five, not four. While the
number of conceded putts may not affect the final
Team score, in many events additional awards are
given for individual low gross and low net and the
conceded shots/putts can unfairly benefit those players
with a liberal interpretation of the most likely score.
When all is said and done, posting real and
most likely scores gives us a reliable handicap that
accurately predicts our potential playing ability in
fairness to ourselves and to our playing partners and
opponents.
9 & Dine
January 18
$22.00++ Per Person
Greens Salad with Assorted Toppings
and Dressings
Grilled Ribeye Steaks with Horseradish
Cream
Baked Potatoes with Assorted Condiments
Seasonal Vegetable
Assorted Breads and Butter
Apple Cobbler with Vanilla Ice Cream
Bar Service Available
RSVP to Pro Shop, 48 hour cancellation policy
in effect. Please call Melinda if you have special
dietary needs at least 24 hours prior. 577-4000.
Leave No Mark
Behind Program
The Greens Committee has launched
the "LEAVE NO MARK BEHIND" program. You will be seeing signage on the
carts as a gentle reminder. The committee
wants every member
involved in the care and
nurturing of our wonderful golf courses. We
are asking each golfer,
when fixing their ball
mark or their divot, to
fix one additional mark or divot. As
with random acts of kindness, kindness
to our courses will bring wonderful results for every golfer!
Please let us know if you have any concerns that you would like the Greens
Committee to address.
M.G.A. by Tim Dittmann
“Wally’s Revenge” had a reincarnation on December 15th
as “Wally’s toughest pins”, with Golf Course Superintendent
Wally Dowe and his staff setting pins in what they considered to be the toughest of the five normal positions on each
hole. The pin positions were not “tricked-up,” but it was
challenging, with lots of ridges and slopes coming into play.
As you requested, real golf!!!
We had 81 players, in four flights of 23, 23, 23 and 12
players. Gross and net prizes were awarded to about one
third of the field, as well as closest to the pin prizes for all
four par 3 holes.
First Flight
First Gross - Alan Abt, Second – Mike Gordon, Third –
Jim Balch
First Net - Bob Brammer, Second – Dale Stein, Third –
Frank Cipriano, Fourth - Rick Rupp
2008 MGA Schedule
January 12
February 2
President’s Cup
MGA Charity Event
Two Person Stableford
February 23 Club Championship Match Play
April 5
Beat the Pro
May 10
1, 2, 3 Uno Dos Tres
June 10
Two Man Best Ball
July 19
Bob O’Brian Event
August 16
Four Person Stableford
GREENS COMMITTEE
TIP OF THE MONTH:
Second Flight
First Gross – Bill Moore, Second – Tim Dittmann,
Third – Bob Greenberg
First Net – Yong Lee, Second – Barry Roth, Third
– Dennis Howe, Fourth – Larry Myers
“LIFT DON’T DRAG” your feet when on the
Greens.
Third Flight
First Gross – Don Rhodes, Second – Bill Crowe,
Third – Gor Cowl
First Net – Mike Lavor, Second – Al Rizzi, Third
– Larry Reiner, Fourth – Stan Ushinski
HOW A FOOTPRINT CAN BE A KILLER When its a footprint made on a putting surface
or fairway that is covered with frost. It’s hard
to believe that simply walking across a golf
green or a fairway covered with frost can cause
so much damage, but the proof will be there
in a few days as the turfgrass dies and leaves
a trail of brown footprint. Frost is essentially
frozen dew and ice crystals formed on the
outside of the plant cell structure (turf) which
can even harden or freeze the cell structure of
the turf. When frozen, they become brittle and
when stepped on, they are crushed and as such
severely damaged and the turf looses its ability
to function normally and dies. Please, be aware
of the weather conditions and if in doubt, don’t
walk on the course or any of the greens until
checking with one of the professional golf
staff.
Fourth Flight
First Gross – Woody Woodford
First Net – Don Jeck, Second – John Koretz,
Third- Kwan Byon
Closest to the Pin
#3 Bill Brittain, # 6 Alan Abt, #14 Mike Gordon,
#16 Doug Bailey
January 12, 2008 is our annual President’s Cup event.
* Individual event, sign up through Chelsea
* Foursomes set up by the Golf Shop Professional Staff
(a chance to meet nice guys)
* 8 AM Shotgun – weather permitting
* Gross and Net prizes by flights
* $20 entry fee covers tee prize, 50% payout and lunch
– What a deal!!!
* Lunch is our chef’s fine Mexican cuisine with salad,
plus sopapillas for dessert
FROST DELAYS:
Wayne Kielsmeier
Greens Committee Chair
M.G.A. SENIORS
2008 Senior Schedule
Senior Interclub
by Jack White
January 1
8
15
22
29
February 5
12
19
26
March
4
11
18
25
April
1
8
15
22
No Event
4 Ball - 3-2-1 (3 3s, 2 4s, 1 5s)
4 Ball 3 Sixes (1-2-3)
2 Ball - 1 Best Ball
4 Ball - 2 Best Balls
4 Ball - 1-2-3- (1 3s, 2 4s, 3 5s)
4 Ball - Stableford
4 Ball - 3-2-1 (3 3s, 2 4s, 1 5s)
4 Ball - 3 Sixes (1-2-3)
2 Ball - 1 Best Ball
4 Ball - 2 Best Balls
4 Ball - 1-2-3 (1 3s, 2 4s, 3 5s)
Individual (Championship)
4 Ball- 2 Best Ball Awards Lunch
4 Ball Stableford
4 Ball 3-2-1 (3 3s, 2 4’s, 1 5s)
4 Ball- 3 Sixes (1-2-3)
Attention:
WGA - MGA - NINERS
“Rally For The Cure”
January 31, 2008
El Conquistador
Thursday, 1/17
12:00
Oro Valley Country Club
Thursday, 2/21
8:30
Skyline Country Club
Friday, 3/28
12:30
La Paloma
Monday, 4/14
12:30 .
2008 Pima Cup
Ventana Golfers! The Pima Cup season is right around the
corner. Check the dates and courses below and sign up with
Mike Graydon at [email protected] or in the Pro Shop.
We field two-man teams which play three best-ball net
matches per event at a maximum index of 25. Shotgun starts
around 1:00 p.m. and are preceded by lunch or followed by
dinner. Cost is $60.00.
Oro Valley
Heritage Highlands
La Paloma
The Preserve
Sun City
Saddlebrooke
1/10
1/23
2/4
3/12
4/2
5/14
Thursday
Wednesday
Monday
Wednesday
Wednesday
Wednesday
1:00 p.m.
1:00 p.m.
12:30 p.m.
1:00 p.m.
12:30 p.m.
12:30 p.m.
8:00 a.m. shotgun
Four-Person Scramble
Couples Golf
Sign up with your foursome in the Pro Shop.
January 20
$20.00++ Per Person
$20.00 entry fee - checks made out to:
“Rally For The Cure”
($11.00 tax deductible; $9.00 - 1 year subscription to
Golf for Women or Golf Digest)
Assorted Breads and Butter
Caesar Salad
Chicken Picatta with Lemon Caper Sauce
Seabass with Putanesca Sauce
Cheese Tortellini with Marinara and Parmesan Cheese
Wild Mushroom Risotto
Seasonal Vegetable
Pecan Pie with Warm Whiskey Sauce
Bar service available
RSVP to Pro Shop, 48-hour cancellation policy
in effect. Please call Melinda if you have special dietary
needs at least 24-hours prior. 577-4000.
Hole sponsorship “in honor/memory of...”
available for $50.00
Continental breakfast and lunch served
(Lunch only: $20 donation)
Cut-off date: January 23, 2008
23rd Annual Men’s Member - Guest “Shootout”
April 9th – 12th, 2008
On behalf of the Ventana Canyon professional staff and the Shootout Committee we would like to invite you to participate in
2008 Men’s Member Guest Shootout. Your staff and committee members have worked long and hard to make this year’s event
the finest ever. With better food and tee gifts, this year’s event is certain to provide a memorable experience for every member
and guest. Here are a few of the particulars that you will need to know.
Event Registration: February 1st, 6:30 a.m. Please call the golf shop at (520) 577-4061 to register. Invitations will be sent only to
those who register through the golf shop.
Sign-Up Deadline: March 1st. The field will be limited to the first 60 teams.
Cost: $475 per person
Cancellation Policy: Cancellations before March 1st will be issued a full refund. Cancellations after March 1st, but before March
25th, will receive a 50% refund unless a replacement team can be provided. Cancellations after March 25th will not be refunded
unless a replacement team can be provided.
Competition: Each member-guest team will compete against all other teams within their flight in a better ball match play format.
Teams will be placed in flights of six based upon combined handicaps of the participants. There will be ten flights, including one
Green Tee flight and one Silver Tee flight.
Handicaps: 80% of eighteen hole handicaps divided in half for each nine hole match. Maximum 10 stroke differential between
partners.
Matches: Each flight will play a “Round Robin” consisting of six (6) nine-hole matches. Each match will be played for points,
on holes won or lost during the match. The sixth and final match will feature the number one team in each flight against the
second place team, the third team against the fourth team, and the fifth team against the sixth team. The team that acquires the
highest point total after all six matches will advance to the Champions Shootout on Saturday afternoon.
Schedule of Events
7:00 a.m.
7:30 a.m. Tee Times
3:00 p.m.
6:00 p.m.
Wednesday
April 9th
Registration
Practice Round (Mountain)
4-Man Horserace (Optional)
Opening Dinner Buffet (Catalina)
Tournament Information and Pari-mutuel Wagering
Thursday
April 10th
Breakfast
First Round Match (Canyon)
Second Round Match (Canyon)
Buffet Lunch
Evening Open
6:30 a.m.
8:00 Shotgun
11:00 Shotgun
1:30 p.m.
Friday
April 11th
Breakfast
Third Round Match (Mountain)
Fourth Round Match (Mountain)
Buffet Lunch
Evening Open
6:30 a.m.
8:00 Shotgun
11:00 Shotgun
1:30 p.m.
Saturday
April 12th
Breakfast
Fifth Match (Canyon)
Position Match (Canyon)
Buffet Lunch
Flight Winner’s Championship Shootout (Canyon #5 - 9)
Cocktail Reception and Awards Dinner
(Western Attire Requested, Similar Attire for Women)
6:30 a.m.
8:00 Shotgun
11:30 Shotgun
12:00 p.m.
2:30 p.m.
6:45 p.m.
Saturday Night Live
Entertainment by Armour Gomez
(a one-man band)
7:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.
January 12, 2008
$12.00 Entertainment Fee
6:30 p.m.
Reception with Passed Hors D’oeuvres and Imported Cheese Station
7:00 p.m. Plated Dinner
Salad of Baby Field Greens, Golden Tomatoes, Balsamic Figs, Goat Cheese and Water
Chestnut Vinaigrette
Entrée Choice:
Filet Mignon with Potato Parsnip Puree, Baby Vegetables, Cabernet Reduction $35.95++
or
Herb Roasted Chicken with Roasted Potatoes, Root Vegetables, Dark Bird Jus $22.95++
or
Pan Seared Salmon with Blended Rice, Vegetable Medley, Tomato Butter Sauce $23.95++
or
Grilled Zucchini, Marinated Tomato, Sweet Corn, Fresh Herb Cous Cous,
Fennel Nage $18.50++
or
8oz Prime Rib with Baked Potato, Seasonal Vegetable $22.95++
Dessert Station with Delectable Delicacies $6.00++
Bar and wine service available.
Contact Melinda Ferrall for reservations no later than 1/1. 48-hour cancellation policy in
effect.
577-4000 or [email protected]
Cancellation Policy for Club Events
There are a lot of fun events planned this season and we want to ensure
that everyone enjoys them. We understand that sometimes life drops
surprises in your lap, so please be considerate. You need to cancel your
reservation at least 48 hours before the scheduled event. Otherwise,
you will be charged a $25.00 fee per person.
Gourmet Night
January 22, 2008
Reception 6:30 p.m.
Passed Hors D’oeuvres
48-hour cancellation
policy in effect.
Dinner 7:00 p.m.
Lobster Cakes With Roasted Corn, Tomato Butter Sauce
Mixed Greens with St. Andres Triple Cream Cheese, Granny Smith Apples, Green Apple Vinaigrette
Tournadoes of Beef Tenderloin with Wild Mushrooms, Potato and Acorn Squash Puree, Baby Vegetables
Asian Pear Stuffed with Brandies Cream and Pecans, Caramel Sauce
$45.00++ Per Person
Bar and wine service available.
Contact Melinda Ferrall for reservations no later than January 21.
577-4000 or [email protected].
Please call Melinda if you have special dietary needs at least 24-hours prior.
Sunday Brunch
January 27, 2008
9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Adult $23.00, 6-12 years $10.00, 5 and under pay age
Assorted Pastries and Muffins
Assorted Sliced Fruit and Berries
Imported and Domestic Cheeses with Assorted Crackers and Sliced Baguettes
Assorted Toasted Bagels with Whipped Cream Cheese
Smoked Salmon with Assorted Condiments and Crackers
Seafood Station with Shrimp and Oyster Cocktail, New Zealand Green Lip Mussels, IQF
Clams, Cocktail Sauce and Lemon
Eggs Benedict
Crispy Bacon and Sausage
O’Brien Potatoes
Carving Station with Prime Rib and Cherry Glazed Ham
Eggs and Omelettes made to order
Waffles Made to order
Make your reservations with the dining room at 577-4075. 48-hour cancellation policy in effect.
Happy Hour
at Ventana Canyon
Join your fellow members
January 11and 25
Seating on Patio, Sabino & Ventana Bar.
5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Ventana Fish Fry
Friday, January 18
Battered fish with french fries, coleslaw,
tartar sauce and malt vinegar for
$13.95++
Please call the dining room hostess to
make your reservations at 577-4075.
Complimentary snacks
$3.00 drink specials
Reservations are not required and seating is based
on availability.
Saturday Prime Rib Night
Viva Italia
Wednesdays from 5:30 - 9:00 p.m.
Enjoy Italian style dining.
Adults $23.95 ++
Children 6-12 $8.95 ++
Children under 5 pay their age,
plus tax and gratuity.
Please make your reservation by calling the
dining room hostess at 577-4075.
$14.95++ per person
Includes: 8 oz. prime rib,
mashed potato or rice, seasonal
All-You-Can-Eat Rib Night
Friday, January 4, 11, 25
vegetable
5:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
(This is not a buffet, so sit back
$21.95 ++ per person
6-12 $8.95 ++ per person
5 & under pay their age
choice of baked potato,
and let us serve you.)
Make reservations at the Catalina Room
at 577-4075.
Please make your reservation by calling
the dining room hostess at 577-4075.
Wine Tasting Reception
January 29, 2008
$30.00++ Per Person
Station 1 International Cheese Board with Strawberries and
Grapes,Individual Brie, Roquefort, Tillamook Cheddar
Station 2 Lolli Pop Lamb with Minted Jus
Station 3 Fresh Water Bass with Creamed Spinach, Concasse Herbed Tomato
Station 4 Assorted Chocolates and Miniatures
Watch for updates with the Wines that have been selected.
Contact Melinda Ferrall for reservations no later than 1/28. 48-hour cancellation policy in effect.
577-4000 or [email protected].
Destino Wine Dinner with Chris Calkin
January 10, 2008
$85.00++ Per Person
6:30 P.M. RECEPTION
Ancien Pinot Gris, Carneros Sangiacomo Vineyards 2006
Assorted Hors D’oeuvres
7:00 P.M. DINNER
Destino Napa Valley Chardonnay 2005
Seared Scallops with Vanilla Butter Sauce
Destino Russian River Chardonnay 2004
Baby Spinach and Arugala Salad with Baked Brie en Croute, Stewed fig and Balsamic Vinaigrette
Destino Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 2004
Destino “The Mask” Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel and Syrah Blend Napa Valley 2005
Duo of Roasted Monkfish Stuffed with Lobster, Sauce American and Braised Beef Short Rib
Dessert Wine
Cold Lime Souffle
Contact Melinda Ferrall for reservations no later than 1/8. 48 hour cancellation policy in effect. 577-4000 or
[email protected].
Our Files Are Depleted
We really enjoy bringing you this photo feature every
month, but it depends completely on contributions of
images from members who capture Ventana critters and
scenery in photographic images. Over the summer, our
image files have been depleted, as many of our members
were out of town. Now that most have returned, we are
appealing for new and exciting images to share with the
membership. Submissions should be made to Christine
Baker-Perry in the Membership Office—either electronically
or in the form of traditional photographic prints, which can
be returned after being scanned into our database.
SUBMITTED BY JIM HALL
SUBMITTED BY TERRY CARDEN
SUBMITTED BY GENE CARTER
SUBMITTED BY DONNA ABT
SUBMITTED BY DENNIS BURGESS
Fitness For Real Life
Fitness Health Tip
Fitness Schedule for January 2008
by Margery Rubin
I’ve been waking up with
charley horses in my calves.
What can I do to prevent them,
and why am I getting them?
A “charley horse” occurs when a leg
muscles contract involuntary and
won’t stop. These contractions maybe
caused by dehydration, by deficiencies
of minerals like calcium, magnesium,
or potassium, by an intensive workout
that did not end with status a good
stretch, or even by some medications,
such as cholesterol-lowering status,
says Timothy McAdams, M.D.,
assistant professor of orthopedics at
Standford University. For prevention
of cramps, try saunas and oranges for
extra potassium, drinking water while
you exercise, and finish your routine
with stretches. After a more difficult
workout, try drinking a sports drink
to replace minerals you lost through
sweating. The next time you are
rudely awakened by a spasm, gently
stretch your sore calf by straightening
your leg (bend from the knee
slightly if you need to). Massage the
cramping area with circular or upward
strokes. If you are taking statins and
experiencing charley horses, talk to
your doctor.
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Pilates
9-10 a.m.
a.m.
Friday
Pilates
9-10 a.m.
a.m.
Strength
Training
10-11 a.m.
Golf &
Tennis
Stretch
5-6 p.m.
Strength
Training
10-11 a.m.
Classes are subject to change. Please call Margery at
extension 326 for weekly updated schedules.
Pilates:
Emphasis on balance while concentrating on core strength using
bands, balls and roller pads.
Strength Training:
All levels welcome. Class emphasizes muscle toning and
strength using light weights, resistance bands and balls.
Golf & Tennis Stretch
Emphasis on flexibility and range of motion, specifically
hamstrings and lower back. The class is great for strengthening
and lengthening those muscles used for golf and tennis.
Personal Training
The holidays are behind
us! Time to make those
new years resolutions
and reality.
Need Help? Call Margery at ext. 326 to maintain begin a new fitness
habit!
January 2008
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
1
-Knitters Knook 11 am
-Men’s Clinic 9-10:30 a.m.
-Fundamental Clinic 9-10:30
a.m.
-Ladies League 10-11 a.m.
-Club Singles 7-9 p.m.
2
-Viva Italia 5:30-9 p.m.
-Cardio Tennis 7:30-8:30
a.m.
-Drop-in Drills 9-10:30
a.m.
-Men’s Mixer 6:30-8:30
p.m.
3
-W.G.A. Tee Times
-Ladies Clinic 9-10:30
a.m.
4
-Drop-in Drills 9-10:30
a.m.
-Rib Night 5:30-9 p.m.
5
-Club Doubles 9 a.m.
-Prime Rib Night
5:30-9 p.m.
6
-Men & Women
Competitive 4.0+
Drop-9-11 a.m.
7
-Niners State 9 a.m.
shotgun
-Cardio Tennis 7:30-8:30
a.m.
-Themed Tennis 9-10:30
a.m.
-Tiny Tots Tennis 4-5 p.m.
-Shooting Stars 4-5 p.m.
-HOT Shots 5-6 p.m.
-Aces 5-6 p.m.
-High School 4:30-6 p.m.
-Cardio Tennis 6:30-7:30
p.m.
8
-Senior Men 8 a.m. shotgun
-Knitters Knook 11 am
-Tiny Tots Tennis 4-5 p.m.
-Shooting Stars 4-5 p.m.
-HOT Shots 5-6 p.m.
-Aces 5-6 p.m.
-Men’s Clinic 9-10:30 a.m.
-Fundamental Clinic 9-10:30
a.m.
-Ladies League 10-11 a.m.
-Club Singles 7-9 p.m.
9
-Tiny Tots Tennis 4-5 p.m.
-Shooting Stars 4-5 p.m.
-HOT Shots 5-6 p.m.
-Aces 5-6 p.m.
-High School 4:30-6 p.m.
-Cardio Tennis 7:30-8:30
a.m.
-Drop-in Drills 9-10:30
a.m.
-Men’s Mixer 6:30-8:30
p.m.
-Viva Italia 5:30-9 p.m.
10
-W.G.A. Tee Times
-Ladies Clinic 9-10:30
a.m.
-Tiny Tots Tennis 4-5
p.m.
-Shooting Stars 4-5 p.m.
-HOT Shots 5-6 p.m.
-Aces 5-6 p.m.
-Wine Dinner 6:30 p.m.
11
-Drop-in Drills 9-10:30
a.m.
-Rib Night 5:30-9 p.m.
-Happy Hour 5-7 p.m.
12
-M.G.A-President’s Cup
-Club Doubles 9 a.m.
-Prime Rib Night
5:30-9 p.m.
-Saturday Night Live
7-10 p.m.
13
-Men & Women
Competitive 4.0+
Drop-9-11 a.m.
14
-Niners Tee Times
-Cardio Tennis 7:30-8:30
a.m.
-Themed Tennis 9-10:30
a.m.
-Tiny Tots Tennis 4-5 p.m.
-Shooting Stars 4-5 p.m.
-HOT Shots 5-6 p.m.
-Aces 5-6 p.m.
-High School 4:30-6 p.m.
-Dewar’s & Divots 3:45
p.m.
-Cardio Tennis 6:30-7:30
p.m.
15
-Senior Men 8 a.m. shotgun
-Men’s Clinic 9-10:30 a.m.
-Fundamental Clinic 9-10:30
a.m.
-Ladies League 10-11 a.m.
-Club Singles 7-9 p.m.
-Knitters Knook 11 am
-Tiny Tots Tennis 4-5 p.m.
-Shooting Stars 4-5 p.m.
-HOT Shots 5-6 p.m.
-Aces 5-6 p.m.
-Member Mixer 5:30-7 p.m.
16
-Tiny Tots Tennis 4-5 p.m.
-Shooting Stars 4-5 p.m.
-HOT Shots 5-6 p.m.
-Aces 5-6 p.m.
-High School 4:30-6 p.m.
-Cardio Tennis 7:30-8:30
a.m.
-Drop-in Drills 9-10:30
a.m.
-Men’s Mixer 6:30-8:30
p.m.
-Viva Italia 5:30-9 p.m.
17
-W.G.A. Tee Times
-Ladies Clinic 9-10:30
a.m.
-Tiny Tots Tennis 4-5
p.m.
-Shooting Stars 4-5 p.m.
-HOT Shots 5-6 p.m.
-Aces 5-6 p.m.
18
-Drop-in Drills 9-10:30
a.m.
-Fish Fry 5:30-9 p.m.
-9 & Dine
19
-Club Doubles 9 a.m.
-Prime Rib Night
5:30-9 p.m.
20
-Men & Women
Competitive 4.0+
Drop-9-11 a.m.
-Couples Golf
21
-Niners (Free Play)
-Cardio Tennis 7:30-8:30
a.m.
-Themed Tennis 9-10:30
a.m.
-Tiny Tots Tennis 4-5 p.m.
-Shooting Stars 4-5 p.m.
-HOT Shots 5-6 p.m.
-Aces 5-6 p.m.
-High School 4:30-6 p.m.
-Cardio Tennis 6:30-7:30
p.m.
22
-Senior Men 8 a.m. shotgun
-Men’s Clinic 9-10:30 a.m.
-Fundamental Clinic 9-10:30
a.m.
-Ladies League 10-11 a.m.
-Club Singles 7-9 p.m.
-Knitters Knook 11 am
-Tiny Tots Tennis 4-5 p.m.
-Shooting Stars 4-5 p.m.
-HOT Shots 5-6 p.m.
-Aces 5-6 p.m.
-Gourmet Night 6:30 p.m.
23
-Tiny Tots Tennis 4-5 p.m.
-Shooting Stars 4-5 p.m.
-HOT Shots 5-6 p.m.
-Aces 5-6 p.m.
-High School 4:30-6 p.m.
-Cardio Tennis 7:30-8:30
a.m.
-Drop-in Drills 9-10:30
a.m.
-Men’s Mixer 6:30-8:30
p.m.
-Viva Italia 5:30-9 p.m.
-Art Lecture at 5:00 p.m.
by Wayne Kielsmeier
24
-W.G.A. Tee Times
-Ladies Clinic 9-10:30
a.m.
-Tiny Tots Tennis 4-5
p.m.
-Shooting Stars 4-5 p.m.
-HOT Shots 5-6 p.m.
-Aces 5-6 p.m.
25
-Drop-in Drills 9-10:30
a.m.
-Rib Night 5:30-9 p.m.
-Nine & Dine
-Happy Hour 5-7 p.m.
26
-Club Doubles 9 a.m.
-Prime Rib Night
5:30-9 p.m.
27
28
29
30
31
-Men & Women
Competitive 4.0+
Drop-9-11 a.m.
-Sunday Brunch 9-1
p.m.
-Painting Class for
Children 11:30 a.m.
-Book Club 6:15 p.m.
-Niners Tee Times
-Cardio Tennis 7:30-8:30
a.m.
-Themed Tennis 9-10:30
a.m.
-Tiny Tots Tennis 4-5 p.m.
-Shooting Stars 4-5 p.m.
-HOT Shots 5-6 p.m.
-Aces 5-6 p.m.
-High School 4:30-6 p.m.
-Cardio Tennis 6:30-7:30
p.m.
-Senior Men 8 a.m. shotgun
-Men’s Clinic 9-10:30 a.m.
-Fundamental Clinic 9-10:30
a.m.
-Ladies League 10-11 a.m.
-Club Singles 7-9 p.m.
-Knitters Knook 11 am
-Tiny Tots Tennis 4-5 p.m.
-Shooting Stars 4-5 p.m.
-HOT Shots 5-6 p.m.
-Aces 5-6 p.m.
-Wine Tasting Reception
6:30 p.m.
-Tiny Tots Tennis 4-5 p.m.
-Shooting Stars 4-5 p.m.
-HOT Shots 5-6 p.m.
-Aces 5-6 p.m.
-High School 4:30-6 p.m..
-Cardio Tennis 7:30-8:30
a.m.
-Drop-in Drills 9-10:30
a.m.
-Men’s Mixer 6:30-8:30
p.m.
-Viva Italia 5:30-9 p.m.
-W.G.A. “Rally for the
Cure:” shotgun
-Ladies Clinic 9-10:30
a.m.
-Tiny Tots Tennis 4-5
p.m.
-Shooting Stars 4-5 p.m.
-HOT Shots 5-6 p.m.
-Aces 5-6 p.m.
-Digital Photography
with Terry Carden 5:30
p.m.