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SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2012

Inside:General Manager Update Marketing InitiativeSocial FunctionsMixed Classic InvitationalCurrent and Upcoming Events

CURRENTSA Publication for Members & Friends of the Cullasaja Club

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GENERAL MANAGER UPDATE | by David Cull

I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for your support in celebrating our 25th anniversary at the Silver Jubilee! The event was a huge success with both Club Members and HOA Community Members in attendance. The evening included everything from the hilarious photo booth, a spectacular 25 year anniversary ice carving, delicious food and complimentary champagne, dancing to the sounds of Whitney Walters Band, along with a continuous slide show packed with 25 years of Cullasaja history. There was something that appealed to everyone in attendance, especially the 25 commemorative sky lanterns that made this celebration extra special! Kudos to our entire Cullasaja Team for going that extra mile to make this event one to remember!

2012 ANNUAL MEETING - Be sure to mark your calendars for the Cullasaja Club Annual Membership Meeting to be held on Sunday, September 23rd at 3:00 pm in the lower level of the Activity Center. Immediately following the Annual Meeting, we will be hosting a complimentary Appreciation Reception in the Clubhouse. During this time, there will be a short presentation where we will be recognizing all of our gracious volunteers, introducing the new incoming Club and HOA Board Members as well as giving special recognition to those who have completed their service as Members to each of the respective Boards. Following the reception, our culinary team will be providing a special “Sunday Supper Service” beginning at 6:00 pm. The dress code will be ‘Country Club Casual’. So that we can plan accordingly, reservations are requested. Call the Clubhouse at 526-3531 and make your plans to join us.

2012 MEMBERSHIP SATISFACTION SURVEY – We are currently in the process of putting the final touches on our annual Membership Satisfaction Survey. You can expect to receive it prior to end of the season for completion. This survey is a very effective tool for rating our performance and implementing your feedback for the 2013 season. We thank you in advance for taking the time and effort to complete this very important survey.

UPCOMING RENOVATIONS FOR 2012-2013 OFF SEASON Both the Greens Committee and the Facilities and Properties Committee have been busy this summer working with architects and consultants on continued renovations of the golf course and clubhouse. For the golf course, plans are to continue installing the new irrigation system, which began last winter. Additionally, minor improvements will be implemented to make the course more player friendly.

We are working with the Clubhouse Architect to finalize the design of the new casual dining area, restrooms and locker rooms and pro shop. Over the next couple of months, the BOG will be finalizing the scope of the construction projects to be completed over the winter months.

Further updates will be discussed with the Members at the Annual Meeting in September.

CROQUET INITIATIVE – Our Croquet Committee along with Ken Wheeler and Terry Fugate, have been working diligently with the United States Croquet Association based in West Palm Beach, FL to identify some possible dates in our efforts to hold a Cullasaja Club group training session at their facility in Florida this coming winter. We will communicate all of the details for this exciting event by mid October.

BOARD OF GOVERNORS

Geoff Parker | PresidentSonny Moss | Vice President

Emily Adkins | SecretaryLarry Thoele | Treasurer

Ron BoboVictor Fransen

Charles HarrisonMorris Williams

Ed Woods

STAFFDavid Cull | General Manager/COO [email protected]

Tim Lamphier | Controller-Human Resource Director [email protected]

Debbie Leonard | Membership/Communications Director [email protected]

Larry Fruchtman | Clubhouse Manager [email protected]

Maria Jandera | Executive Chef [email protected]

John Young | Head Golf Professional [email protected]

Tom Nelson | Golf Course Superintendent [email protected]

Terry Fugate | Head Tennis Professional [email protected]

Ken Wheeler | Fitness Director [email protected]

Meredith MacNevin | Clerical Accountant [email protected]

1371 Cullasaja Club Dr. | Highlands, NC 28741828-526-3531 | Fax: 828-526-3560


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SIMPLY THE PERFECT LIFE

The September issue of Laurel magazine will feature not only the story of Cullasaja Club’s 25th Anniversary Silver Jubilee, complete with a photo of the time capsule, but also the first of our Club branding ads, as seen in the accompanying photo.

The fall season brings leaf-lookers to our mountains who might also be potential real estate buyers and club members. So the Marketing Committee and our consultants chose the Laurel magazine to begin a three-month ad campaign that will help to identify Cullasaja as “Simply the Perfect Life” for those interested in more than an occasional weekend visit to our beloved Highlands plateau. During the season the Laurel has a circulation of over 10,000 copies and is distributed free to area shops, hotels, restaurants and businesses for pick-up by their customers.

We thank Harriet and Clarence Bauknight for permission to show the photo that was taken from their beautiful deck looking back toward the city of Highlands. The ad copy identifies Cullasaja as exemplifying “the simple pleasures of mountain life with a vibrant lifestyle to share with family and friends, and the time to live the lifestyle you deserve.”

In addition to the new logo this season, the new design and layout of our internal and external c o m m u n i c a t i o n s m a t e r i a l s , (letterheads, HOA

and Club newsletters, and proposed signage throughout the Club), the Marketing Committee is busy building a photo library of the lifestyle and many activities of Cullasaja. It will include golf, tennis, swimming, fitness, lake activities, dining and croquet. With the help of committee members, Cullasaja staff and members, professional photographers and models, and our consultants, we are compiling a visual impression of who we are and

the way we

live here at Cullasaja. We’ll use the library to create a captivating picture of our community for display on our website, in our marketing brochure and in ads placed across the south and southeast…our primary geographic target markets. Ultimately we hope that the public relations and advertising campaign will spread the word for potential homeowners and club members for Cullasaja.

So, look for us in the September, October and November Laurel!

Branding | MARKETING INITIATIVE


Simply the

Perfect Life

Call today 828.526.3531 | 1371 Cullasaja Club Drive Highlands, NC 28741 | CullasajaClub.org © Cullasaja Club. 2012 All Rights Reserved. Membership by Invitation only.

The simple pleasures of mountain life. | A vibrant lifestyle to share with family and friends.The time

to live the lifestyle you deserve.

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2012 CANCER CHALLENGE | We care and are proud to be part of the Highlands community!

{1} from left to right – Pro Challenge Golf Scott Edwards (golf professional), Ron Ezerski, Charles Harrison, Michael Reeves (golf professional), Bob Fulton, Frank Sneed (golf professional), Ben Smith and John Young (head golf professional)

{2} Attendees of Cancer Challenge Twilight Golf Bettie Ingram, Debbie Fulton, and Annette Lovell

{3} These ladies were collecting money for the hospitals wish list Lana Jordan and Judith Bobo

{4} Lindy Colson, Frank Warren, and Nancy Harrison

{5} Group photo of Cancer Challenge Twilight Golf

{6} Overhead view of the social conclusion of all Cancer Challenge events

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by Debbie Leonard | MEMBERSHIP/COMMUNICATIONS

by John Young | “NOW IN SWING”

25th Anniversary Celebration | SILVER JUBILEE

THANK YOU EVERYONE FOR MAKING THE SILVER JUBILEE A HUGE SUCCESS!

Please join me in welcoming our newest Members:

JERRY AND LONDON ANDESAtlanta, GA

The Andes recently purchased a home in Cullasaja Club on Lake Villas Way. They have been married for 25 years. Mr. and Mrs. Andes have three adult children: David, age 43, Laura, age 40, and Alex, age 22. Both David and Alex reside in Atlanta, while Laura resides in California.

Once the renovations on their new home are complete, they look forward to spending a lot of time here in the mountains, escaping the Atlanta heat. We are anxious to see them around the Club enjoying the Cullasaja lifestyle!

2012 CLUB CHAMPIONS CROWNED Congratulations to all of our 2012 Club Champions! We appreciate all that participated and enjoyed the competition!

FINAL OPPORTUNITY TO PURCHASE FALL MERCHANDISEWe would like to take this opportunity to remind all members that they must use any golf shop merchandise credit (sweeps) that they have earned during the season. Sweeps earned during the season must be redeemed prior to leaving for the season. The golf shop currently has a nice selection of fall merchandise to choose from that includes men’s and women’s outerwear, shoes, accessories, golf equipment, and more. Please come by for a visit and our golf shop team of professionals will be happy to assist you.

SEPTEMBER GOLF EVENTSCOUPLES CUP

September 14th (Friday)

CULLASAJA CUP September 20th – 22nd (Thursday – Saturday)

WGA CLOSING DAY September 28th – (Tuesday)

OCTOBER GOLF EVENTS “FRIENDS FOR LIFE”

October 2nd – (Tuesday)

MIXED CLASSIC INVITATIONAL October 4th & 5th – (Thursday & Friday)

ONE-DAY MEN’S MEMBER-GUEST October 11th – (Thursday)

PRESIDENT’S CUP October 13th – (Saturday)

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FROM THE GREEN | by Tom Nelson

POA ANNUA, FRIEND OR FOE

This is one of the oldest most discussed topics on any cool season golf course. For as long as golf courses have been in existence there has been talk on how to either get rid of or manage POA Annua. Nearly all cool season golf courses begin with bentgrass greens. Before the course even opens the doors, the fight with POA begins. POA can take hold in the smallest bare spot or thin area in just a few weeks, if left unchecked it can and will take over. When bentgrass greens are located in an area with hot dry summers, POA is considered a vile weed that must be kept out, however, if the local environment is conducive for POA, can be managed to provide superior greens surface.

Typically for POA to evolve into a great surface it takes years of close mowing and other management techniques to allow it to flourish. Many of the great old golf courses in the country have all POA greens that are regarded as some of the best in the world. For many years researchers have tried to propagate these strains of POA with limited success. For reasons unknown, when seed is harvested from the majority of these great POA greens, the new plants do not come back with the same characteristics.

Included in our long range plan of golf course is a greens re-surfacing project. This would include removing the existing turf, adding 2” of greens-mix, restoring the existing contours and re-planting with bentgrass seed. As of now this project is scheduled to take place over the winter of 2014-15. The Green Committee has agreed to take the next few seasons and do everything we can to encourage our

POA Annua to become the dominate species of turf on the putting surfaces. We are planning to use two different commercially available POA seed varieties, harvest POA seed from #10 green, slightly alter our core aerification and fertility practices to shift the advantage to POA. Many of our greens are already 50% or more POA. While I do not anticipate a dramatic change in one season, time will tell how successful we are with this program. If the program is successful, we could forgo the re-surfacing project.

Every scenario has its pros and cons. If we elect to re-surface the course would need to be closed for a period of time during the season for construction and grow-in. Heavy aerification practices going forward would need to be done during the height of the growing season. Significant chemical and labor inputs would need to be directed to maintaining a pure stand in the greens. The benefits would be a more uniform putting surface and no seed-head issues in the spring. Maintaining our current greens we can expect slightly lower quality putting surfaces in April and early May, and a more mottled appearance throughout the seasons until the POA completely takes over.

At this point we have nothing to lose and everything to gain by trying to encourage the POA on our greens. To quantify the results we plan to assess select areas on the greens to measure progress in the next few seasons. Pay close attention over the next few seasons and let us know what you think. As of now #10 has the highest POA populations and is the most uniform green on the course.

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SPECIAL THANKS TO THE

AINSWORTH’S

The Tennis Round Robin was a huge success once again! Immediately following the event, all participants were graciously invited to the Ainsworth’s for a mid-season tennis party at their beautiful home located here in Cullasaja on Lost Trail. Approximately 30 people were in attendance for the potluck dinner. The Cullasaja tennis program would not be the same without the continued support of Mr. and Mrs. Ainsworth, we thank you!

YOUR NEWLY CROWNED 2012 TENNIS CHAMPIONS:

Ladies DoublesMargi Eichman & Laura Schroeders

Men’s DoublesRick Eichman & Larry Ainsworth

Mixed Doubles TBD

19th ANNUAL TENNIS MEMBER/GUEST

TOURNAMENT WAS A HUGE SUCCESS:

Ladies Member/Guest ChampionsLaura Schroeders & Jody Wylls

Men’s Member/Guest ChampionsRick Eichman & Carl Leveridge

COMING IN SEPTEMBER:Labor Day Weekend Mixer

Saturday, September 1st 10:00 amFriday, Night at the Courts

Friday, September 28th 4:00 pmCOMING IN OCTOBER:

Mixed Doubles Tennis ChampionshipSaturday October 6th 10:00 am

TENNIS FINALESunday, October 14th 4:00pm

We still need a host site for the Potluck Dinner that evening so

if you want to host the party just let Terry know ASAP

at526-9185 or [email protected].

CANCER CHALLENGE TENNIS ROUND

ROBIN:

We would like to give special thanks to all Cullasaja Club Members who came out and supported this very worthy cause. There were several court sponsors for this very special event that day along with 17 participants. Winners of the TENNIS ROUND ROBIN were Sammy Smith and Rick Eichman.

by Terry Fugate | TENNIS AT THE TOP

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CROQUET AT CULLASAJA | by Terry Fugate

Fall will soon be approaching here in the mountains. In preparation for its arrival, there are several Croquet events planned for the season. Not yet familiar with croquet? No worries, Ken and Terry are still offering Free Tuesday Clinics on an ongoing basis. For those who consider themselves proficient as well as those just learning, there will continue to be an opportunity to participate in some friendly competition at our twice a month, Friday Night Whites. In order to finish the season with a bang, both Ken and Terry would love to see everyone partake of the free Tuesday clinics. This falls in conjunction with the plans to bring Croquet to the next level at Cullasaja by forming a Croquet Committee. Keep in mind, the putting green is almost always set up and the mallets and balls are always available for you at any time.

If you have an interest in serving as a Croquet Committee Member, please contact Charles Harrison at 404-307-3753 or [email protected].

September/October CROQUET DATES:Tuesday, September 4th

Free Clinic - 6:00 pm

Friday, September 7th Friday Night Whites - 6:00 pm

Tuesday, September 18th Free Clinic - 6:00 pm

Friday, September 21st Friday Night Whites - 6:00 pm

Friday, October 12th Friday Night Whites - 5:00 pm



Bocce is based on one of the oldest diversions known to mankind; that is throwing something at a target. It is similar to Italian lawn bowling. It is an easy sport to play, but can continue to challenge the average player, as their skill progresses. Although several Members currently play Bocce, bring a friend and visit Ken or Terry to utilize the new equipment while they set up an area for play.

Moving forward, the putting green located beside the main clubhouse will be set up for Bocce Ball every Wednesday afternoon and evening. This will not be a staffed event. Instructions for play will be at the bar for your reference. To begin, there will be a white string marking the boundary lines instead of a board or concrete curb. We look forward to seeing the levels of interest surrounding Bocce.

BOCCE BALL COMING SOON:

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RESERVATION POLICYReservations are required for all Club social events. Reservations for á la carte dining are always recommended. If space is available and you do not have a reservation, we will make every effort to accommodate you on a first come, first served basis.

SHIPPINGDo you know the Club office will handle your UPS and Federal Express shipping needs? Just bring your package to the front desk and we’ll take care of it from here. You pay shipping plus a $5 handling charge.

MAIL SERVICEWhen you arrive at the Club for the summer, please be sure to change your address with the front office. We will change your address in our records so you will receive your billing and Club correspondence without delay. It is very important for you to complete the forwarding and stop orders when you move back and forth. If your mail is left in your box for more than 10 days without being picked up, the Post Office is required to hold it for 30 days and then they will return it to the sender.

CANCELLATION POLICYIf you have a reservation for dinner or any event and find you will be unable to attend, please call the Club to cancel in a timely fashion so another Member may take your place. To avoid cancellation fees, all reservations must be cancelled as stated in the 2012 Club Rules published in the 2012 Membership Directory.

HOLE-IN-ONE CLUBSign up now for your chance to win $550.00! Membership is only $3.75 per person. When we have a winner you will be billed an additional $3.75 to replenish the fund. Sign up through the Pro Shop or Club Office.

E-MAIL RESERVATIONSYou may e-mail any reservation requests to Larry Fruchtman at [email protected]. Be sure to include your name, date, time, number in party and any special requests (high chairs, boosters, Birthdays, Anniversaries, special guests, etc.). E-mail reservations should be submitted no less than 48 hours in advance of an event. Larry will confirm your reservation via e-mail.

BRIDGEBridge play will officially commence in June. Please watch each Patchwork edition for information from each of the Bridge committees.

DRESS CODEPlease observe the dress code for the Clubhouse, Activity Center, Golf Course, Tennis Center and Swimming Pool listed in the 2012 Club Rules, published in the 2012 Membership Directory.

GENTLEMEN’S HEADGEARGentlemen are required to remove their headgear when entering the social areas of the Clubhouse.

SMOKING POLICYThe Clubhouse, Activity Center and all adjacent patios and decks are smoke-free environments. Smoking is allowed only in designated areas outside of the buildings.

CELL PHONE POLICYUse of cell phones/audio media is prohibited in the Clubhouse, Activity Center and on the Golf Course, except for medical emergencies.

MINORS AND CARTSAny minor who operates any golf cart on Club property must have a valid driver’s license. Due to serious liability ramifications, the Club staff has been asked to strictly enforce this policy. Thank you very much for your attention to this matter.

INSURANCE CERTIFICATES FOR GOLF CARTSPlease remember to submit proof of insurance for any golf cart you plan to use on Club property.

DRESS CODE REMINDERJackets are no longer required as of May 1, 2012 for gentlemen on Saturday evenings in the Main Dining Room, Enclosed Terrace and Pavilion. Casual attire will be permitted in the Grill Room on Saturday evenings unless otherwise noted.

Club Information | CULLASAJA

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MIXED CLASSIC INVITATIONAL | Thursday and Friday, October 4th & 5th 2012

The Cullasaja Club Board of Governors cordially invites you to participate in the Club’s

MIXED CLASSIC INVITATIONALThis two day couples invitational is a very popular event and is an excellent opportunity to enjoy fall golf in the mountains.

This year the event will begin on Thursday, October 4th, at 9:00am with Registration and a Continental Breakfast followed by a 10:00am Tournament Shotgun Start. A buffet lunch will be served in the Clubhouse following the round. A unique putting contest will be held after lunch.

On Friday morning at 9:00 am there will be a Continental Breakfast followed by a 10:00 am Tournament Shotgun Start. A box lunch will be delivered on the course. The event will conclude that evening with a social followed by our traditional awards dinner. As an added bonus, guests are invited to participate with complimentary green fees in the Wednesday afternoon Twilight Golf event the day prior to the Tournament.

TOURNAMENT FORMATThe Mixed Classic Invitational is a 36-hole four-person event.

All of the men will play from the “Tournament Tees” and the ladies will play from the “Red Tees”.

Ties will be broken by a retrogression match of scorecards beginning on hole #18.

In case Thursday’s round is rained out, Friday’s results will determine the winners and vice versa.

Event will be a “Ringer Tournament” over a 2 day period.

• First day team score will be a combination of - One net best ball of 2 men on each hole - One net best ball of 2 women on each holes

• On the second day, both men and women can better their one net best ball score on any hole (but not do worse than the previous day)

• Two day score for each team is the combination of the best one ball over 2 days on each hole for men and for women

Prizes will be given to both couples on the winning team - the team which has the lowest combined 2 day net score.

Prizes will also be given to the remaining participants who finish first or second in their respective flight.

Please contact the Pro Shop at 526-9057 or [email protected].

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 4TH9:00 AM

Registration in the Cart Staging Area

Continental Breakfast

Personal Foursome Photo

Shuttle service to & from the Practice Range

10:00 AMFormat instruction and Shotgun Start

for the first day’s round

2:30 PMBuffet luncheon in the Clubhouse

FOLLOWING LUNCHPutting contest on the Clubhouse green

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 5TH9:00 AM

Continental Breakfast

Shuttle service to and from the Practice Range

10:00 AM Format instruction and Shotgun Start

for the second day’s round

12:00 PM Box Lunches Delivered on Course

6:30 PMSocial | Awards Ceremony

7:30 PM Dinner in the Clubhouse

(Jackets Optional)

Dancing after dinner

MIXED CLASSIC INVITATIONAL SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

2011 Mixed Classic Invitational Champions, Dale & Susan Miller with their guests the Nahorniaks.

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September & October | CURRENT EVENTS

LABOR DAY COOKOUT Sunday, September 2nd 5 to 7:30 pm

BBQ ribs | In House Smoked Pork Butts (pulled pork) Sausage with Peppers & Tomato Sauce | Fried Chicken

Grilled Fish of the Day | Baked Beans Corn Pudding | Broccoli Casserole

Cole Slaw | Potato Salad | Assorted Salads Biscuits & Muffins | Fruit

Seafood Salad (with big shrimp) Cold Asparagus

Yogurt Bar with Homemade Pies

Entertainment:Curtiss Blackwell AND Appalachian Fire

Adults 29.95 children ages 8-12 15.95, ages 5-7 9.95, 4 and under are free

LOBSTER NIGHT Saturday, September 15th

Market Price

SUNDAY NIGHT DINNER Sunday - September 23rd following

the Club Annual Meeting

6:30 pm

WINE DINNERSFeaturing the Wines of Spain

Thursday – October 4th Wine Dinner - 7 pm Reservations required

$100 pp with Wine $50 pp food only.

Featuring Caymus Wines Thursday- October 18th - 7 pm

Mer Soleil “Silver” Chardonnay

Mer Soleil Chardonnay

Belle Glos Las Alturas Pinot Noir

Caymus Napa Cabernet Sauvignon

Caymus Special Selection Cabernet Sauvignon

Menu to be determined

$150 pp with Wine

$60 pp food only

“LEAFING 4 THE SEASON 2012” Club Social Event

Friday – October 19th - Details to Follow

RIEDEL TASTING Saturday – October 20th - More details to follow

CULLASAJA CANCER CHALLENGECooking Class

Monday - September 24th 10 am

$50 pp $25 goes to the CCC


Cooking Class ChallengeMonday – October 15th 10 am

$50 pp $25 goes to the CCC


More Details to follow

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FITNESS FEATURES | by Ken Wheeler

HIKING AS THE WEATHER COOLSTake a moment to look over the hiking schedule for some really fantastic excursions leading into the fall season. There will still be some great opportunities to participate in some “In-and-out” hikes.

The first hike planned in September is the Saturday of Labor Day weekend, September 1st. Since many Members may have extended family visiting, this hike will be local and in a convenient location that many are familiar with: Devil’s Courthouse. This is a three mile hike round trip. The route will start by hiking up Whiteside on the Old Toll Road then stopping at the corner and descending to the Courthouse. It will return to the parking area via the lower trail that comes out below the parking lot. If hard core hikers want to start at the 13th T box, an early start can be arranged so that both groups can meet at the parking area and complete the remainder of the hike together. Please let Ken know if you are interested in this option.

Then on Saturday, September 15th Ken will lead a hike to Horse Cove, which he first encountered last fall. This takes a very old road last used by Moonshiners to transport their booze to Walhalla, SC. It navigates along some interesting rock formations called “The Caves”. The caves will be the turn around point so there will probably be some addition time spent exploring them. Hopefully the moonshiners will have vacated by then. This hike is 4 miles round trip and fairly easy grades.

Saturday, September 9th there will be a hike from the Walhalla Fish Hatchery to Ellicott’s Rock on the Chattooga River trail. This is a 7 mile hike that leads to the rock that Andrew Ellicott found in 1811 that designated the boundary between Georgia, North Carolina and South Carolina. It too has great views along the Chattooga River. Please note that it is rated strenuous due to its length.

Finally, THERE IS A CHANGE IN THE LAST HIKE of the season. It was originally listed as Scaley Mountain but has been changed to the Horsepasture River Hike. This is particularly spectacular in the fall with the waterfalls nestled along the fall foliage. It is longer in length and can be a bit strenuous as the final two miles are uphill. However, the natural landscape of both the river and falls with the autumn colors are well worth attending.

An update with regards to transportation: If you plan on attending any of the remaining hikes, please consider whether you or not you can assist in transporting additional Members. In the upcoming “Week At A Glance” reminders, Ken Wheeler will provide additional information on what type of roads will be traveled to access the hikes, so that you can be best prepared.

All hikes leave the Activity Center at 9:00 am on Saturday mornings of that scheduled week. We look forward to seeing you at our upcoming excursions!

ALL ARE WELCOME TO JOIN US TO DISCUSS:

TheSandcastle

Girls a novel By Chris Bohjalian

A spellbinding tale that travels between Aleppo, Syria, in 1915 and Bronxville, New York, in 2012—a sweeping historical story steeped in the author’s Armenian heritage. The author deftly weaves the many threads of this story back and forth from past to present, from abuse to humanity, from devastation to redemption

We’ll meet in the Clubhouse Library:

Monday | Sept. 10, 2012

NEW TIME2:15 pm

B O O K C L U B

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News | WGA

June, July, and August have been busy months for the W.G.A. members. Not only have we had golf events, but the W.G.A. also sponsored the Cullasaja Cancer Challenge. Most of the lady golfers were involved as volunteers in at least one part of the various week-long events. These events raised money for the hospital to help those local residents who can’t afford early diagnosis screening tests or treatment procedures.

The Laurel Cup, a 2-day ringer tournament, was held on June 12th and 13th. Winners were Diane Warren in the 18-hole division and Tracy Shawhan in the 9-hole division.

The President’s Cup tournament was held on July 10th and 11th, a 2-day event using Stableford scoring (accumulating points for net bogey, par, birdie, eagle, etc.) Winners in the 18-hole division were Annette Lovell with Susan Miller in 2nd place and Marilyn Smith in 3rd place. In the 9-hole division, Tracy Shawhan was the winner with Dorothy Lyles in 2nd place and Becky Fielding in 3rd place.

UPCOMING EVENTSWe will host the 18-hole Interclub here on Thursday, September 27. Be sure to sign up in the Pro Shop.

Our Closing Day will be Tuesday, September 25. (Can you believe that the season is almost over?) This will be a 9-hole Scramble with both 9-holers and 18-holers playing together. Lunch will follow the scramble.

Weekly Ladies Clinics - Thursdays at 10:00 - Remember to take advantage of these 1-hour weekly clinics. A different golf skill is covered each week. These clinics will continue thru September.

{1} Peggy Turner and Betsy Butler, winners Member/Member 18-hole division, June 3rd

{2} Tracy Shawhan, winner Laurel Cup and President’s Cup, 9-hole division

{3} Diane Warren, winner Laurel Cup 18-hole division

{4} Annette Lovell, winner President’s Cup, 18-hole division

{5} Debbie Fulton and Tracy Shawhan, winners Member/Member, 9-hole division

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SEPTEMBER 2012 | cullasajaclub.org

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(G) Saturday Sluggers 9:30 am

(T) Labor Day Tennis Mixer- Luck of the

No Lunch Service at Clubhouse

(T) Open PlayLABOR DAY COOKOUT

*Curtis Blackwell and Appalachian Fire

(T) Open Play

(T) Open Play

(T) Open PlayCLUB ANNUAL MEETING 3 PM

(T) Open Play

(T) Clinic & Ladies Doubles 10 am

(G) 9-Hole Men 1pmBook Club 2pm

Cullasaja Team Bridge 7 pm


(G) 9-Hole Men 1pmCullasaja Team Bridge

7 pm



7 pmCancer Challenge

Cooking Class

(G) WGA Closing Day- 9:30 am

(T) Men’s Doubles 10 am

(G) WGA(T) Men’s Doubles

10 am

(G) WGA(T) Men’s Doubles

10 amCroquet Clinic 6 pm

Duplicate Bridge 9 am(T) Ladies Doubles

10 am(G) Twilight Golf 4 pm




(G) Ladies Clinic 10 am(G) WGA 18-H Interclub

(T) Ladies Doubles 10 am

TENNIS FRIDAY NIGHT AT THE COURTS

Angie Jenkins on Piano


(T) Men’s & Ladies Doubles 10 am

Carol Guise on Piano

(G) 9-Hole Men 10:30am


(G) CULLASAJA CUP

(T) Ladies Doubles10 am

(G) CULLASAJA CUPCroquet Friday Night

Whites 6 pm

(T) MEN’S & LADIES DOUBLES 10 am

(G) CULLASAJA CUP



TWILIGHT GOLF MASTERS DINNER


(G) Ladies Clinic 10 am(G) 9-Hole Men

10:30am


(G) COUPLES CUP


(T) Men’s & Ladies Doubles 10 amAngie Jenkins

on Piano

Open for Lunch(G) Labor Day Event(T) Mens & Ladies

Doubles 10 amCullasaja Team Bridge

7 pm

(G) Aerify Greens(T) Men’s Doubles

10 amCroquet Clinic 6 pm

Duplicate Bridge 9 am(G) Aerify Greens

HOA-BOD Meeting 9 am



(G) Ladies Clinic 10 am(G) 9-Hole Men

10:30 am


(G) Twilight Golf 4 pmCroquet Friday Night

Whites 6 pm



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(T) Fall Classic Mixed Doubles Tournament

Angie Jenkins on Piano

(T) Open Play(G) Couples GolfSTEAK DINNER

(T) Tennis Finale Round Robin &

Potluck Dinner 4pm

(T) Open Play

(T) Open Play



7 pmCancer Challenge Team

Cooking Challange



7 pm

BOG Meeting 8:30 am(T) Men’s & Ladies

Doubles 10 am(G) 9-Hole Men 1pm






Duplicate Bridge 9 am(T) Men’s & Ladies

Doubles 10 am(G) Twilight Golf

3:30 pm

Duplicate Bridge 9 am(T) Men’s & Ladies

Doubles 10 am(G) Twilight Golf

3:30 pm

BOG Meeting 8:30 am (T) Clinic & Ladies

Doubles 10 am(G) 9-Hole Men 1pm


(T) Men’s Doubles10 am

(G) “FRIENDS FOR LIFE” TOURNAMENT


10 am


(G) 9-Hole Men 10:30 am

WINE DINNER - SPANISH(G) MIXED CLASSIC

INVITATIONAL


(G) Twilight Golf 4 pmBUFFET ONLY

(G) MIXED CLASSIC INVITATIONAL

(T) Men’s & Ladies Doubles 10 am(G) 9-Hole Men

10:30 am


Croquet Friday Night Whites 5pm

(G) Saturday Sluggers 10 am



10 am(G) Twilight Golf

3:30 pm


(G) 9-Hole Men10:30 am

WINE DINNER - Caymus


LEAFING FOR THE SEASON PARTY

Croquet Friday Night Whites 5pm

(G) Saturday Sluggers 10 pm


Carol Guise on Piano



(G) 9-Hole Men 1pmBook Club 2pm


(G) “FRIENDS FOR LIFE”TRIVIA NIGHT


10 am(G) Twilight Golf 3:30 pm

TWILIGHT MASTERS DINNER


(G) One- Day Men’s Member-Guest


Angie Jenkins on PianoCroquet Friday Night

Whites 5pm


Carol Guise on PianoG) President’s Cup Golf

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SEPTEMBERSEPTEMBER 1 | Labor Day Luck of the Draw Tennis Mixer

SEPTEMBER 2 | Labor Day Cookout

SEPTEMBER 4 -5 | Golf Course Aerification

SEPTEMBER 12 | Twilight Golf Masters Dinner

SEPTEMBER 20 -22 | Cullasaja Cup Golf Tournament

SEPTEMBER 23 | Annual Meeting of the Club Members/ Leadership Appreciation Reception

SEPTEMBER 25 | WGA Closing Day

SEPTEMBER 28 | Tennis Friday Night at the Courts

OCTOBEROCTOBER 2 | “Friends for Life”

OCTOBER 4-5 | Mixed Classic Invitational

OCTOBER 10 | Twilight Golf Masters Dinner

OCTOBER 11 | One-Day Men’s Member Guest Golf Tournament

OCTOBER 13 | President’s Cup Golf Tournament

OCTOBER 14 | Tennis Finale Round Robin

OCTOBER 19 | Leafing for the Season Party

First-Class MailUS Postage

PAIDHighlands, NCPermit No. 99

1371 Cullasaja Club DriveHighlands, NC 28741

SPECIAL DATES | 2012

END OF SEASON REMINDERS

• Don’t forget to change your mailing address with the Club Office. We cannot change this important information without instructions from you!

• Don’t want to fill your car with boxes! You can ship clothing and supplies from the Club Office. UPS rates apply plus a $5.00 service charge per box.

• If you have a balance in the Golf Shop Sweeps, be sure to collect prior to leaving for the season.

• It will soon be time to protect your home for the Winter!!! If you have not signed up for the Cullasaja Club Home Watch & Winterization Program, as well as Grinder Pump and Preventative Maintenance Program please contact Crystal Corbin at 828-526-3531. Let us take care of your home when you are away.

• Be sure to sign up for the fall clean-up with the landscaping department. Please call Shawn Maddox at 828-526-2163.

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