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Roaring Gap, NCRoaring Gap, NCRoaring Gap, NCRoaring Gap, NC
July 2018July 2018July 2018July 2018
High Meadows “Hummer”High Meadows “Hummer”High Meadows
“Hummer”High Meadows “Hummer” Phone Numbers: Office - 363-2622;
Golf Shop - 363-2445; Food & Beverage - 363-2773
General Managers MessageGeneral Managers MessageGeneral Managers
MessageGeneral Managers Message June has been a busy month around
High Meadows. Golfers have been frequenting the course with regular
play and tournaments, the pool has been filled with swimmers, and
our dining areas busy. July promises to be another active month. We
had 86 members participate in the M-M Golf Tournament on June 2
& 3. Good fun was had by all. Congratulations to our overall
winners: Penny Burleigh & Dian Ramey-Ladies Gross, Anna Hayes
& Sara Underwood-Ladies Net, Jim Cooley & Ned
McConnell-Men’s Gross and Cheff Yarborough & Dan
Underwood-Men’s Net. The Ladies Invitational played on Monday, June
11 with 80 ladies participating. We hosted Men’s Stag Day on
Friday, June 22 with 54 members and their guests playing. The
Bonnie & Clyde Shoot-out was held on Sunday, June 24 with 26
couples participating. In July, a Nine & Dine Couples golf
event will be held on Friday, July 6. The Ladies M-G on Wednesday
& Thursday, July 11 & 12 is filling up. Our High Meadows
Classic M-G applications have been mailed. The tournament will take
place Thursday-Saturday, August 2-4. Practice round will be on
Thursday, with first round on Friday followed by a cocktail party,
and second round on Saturday to be followed by a dinner-dance. July
4 is coming-up next week! Lots of activities planned for the day.
We will have our Cook-out from 4:00-7:00 pm. Call Donna in the
office to make your reservations. The Golf Cart Parade will begin
at 5:00 with the Spirit Trophy for the best decorated cart awarded
immediately following the parade. Mark your calendars now for our
Big Band Dinner & Dance on Saturday, July 14. The evening will
feature a wonderful meal followed by music provided by the Elkin
Big Band. Kidsweek will be held Mon—Fri, July 16 - 20. Call Tim in
the Golf Shop to sign-up. Fun and exciting activities are planned
for the children throughout the week! Congratulations to Bob Black
for receiving The Order of The Long Leaf Pine award. The award is
given by North Carolina governors to persons who have made
significant contributions to the State and communities through
their exemplary service and accomplishments. Persons named to the
Order are also “Ambassadors” for North Carolina. Thank you Bob and
well deserved!
See you at the Club, Mike West, General Manager
Pros Corner Pros Corner Pros Corner Pros Corner
We are now in the peak season and the golf course is in
wonderful condition! We have had some exciting events this year
with many more to come! Fourth of July celebration, Ladies
Member-Guest, Nine & Dines, Kids Week, Member-Guest, Pro Am as
well as the Ryder Cup and Club Championships. Mark your calendars
for these upcoming events, and hope to see you at the club!! As
always if you need assistance with information or signing up please
call the golf shop!
Golf Course Reminder:
Driving Range - Closes for maintenance each Monday and Thursday
at 4:30.
Cart Policies - The maintenance staff works extremely hard to
keep the golf course in excellent shape and we need to do our part
to help. Please keep carts 30 feet from all tees and greens as well
as being observant of wet or damp areas. Please replace divots
& repair ball marks.
Inclement Weather - On occasion we have to restrict carts to the
paths. These policies are in effect for all, including users of our
handicap policy. Please check in the golf shop for daily
policies.
Pace of Play - When playing please be observant of your pace of
play. Allow quicker groups to play through.
Please call the Golf shop for information or to sign up for any
events!!
Thank you, The Golf Shop Staff!
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Jena & Casey Wilmoth Golf Members - Advance, NC
Camp Cheerio Fireworks will be held on
Tuesday, July 3rd!
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Keeping HouseKeeping HouseKeeping HouseKeeping House
This month we would like to take the opportunity to recognize
and thank all the House staff for their fine efforts that make all
our lives more enjoyable. Angela Peros and her staff do a marvelous
job with both drinks and dinner service. If you haven’t tried one
yet, I wholeheartedly recommend you try one of Angela’s Brandy
Alexanders. They are not only very tasty but show off her artistic
side as well. While early in his tenure, Garrett Wagoner is keeping
the kitchen humming and turning out good quality meals. No event is
too large or too small for this fantastic team. Tony Shepherd,
Virginia Pollet and Eric Wingler get kudos for keeping the house
and its facilities in ship shape and in perfect working order. You
may not have noticed but the air conditioning system has recently
been rebalanced so that the dining room is no longer as chilly as
before, and they are constantly working to make things better for
all of us. Tony is a man of many talents who just makes things
happen. Becky, Stephanie, Brittany and Allie serve with smiling
faces in the Grille and their can-do attitudes make breakfasts and
lunches a pleasure. Even when they get hit with 20 orders at once,
they make it happen without complaint. Please make it a point to
thank these ladies for their fine service and especially for the
banana pudding! Finally, our administrative staff of Mike West,
Donna Moore, and Barbie Blankenship see to it that all our ducks
are in a row. While we couldn’t make it without a GM, we all know
that the real work is done by Donna and Barbie. This HUMMER doesn’t
just happen. Yes, the
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HMCC LGA NEWS
The 2018 Golf Season is well under way. The LGA has had two
great events so far this year. Our Diamonds, Divas and Divots
Invitational on June 11 was a rousing success with 80 ladies from
nearby clubs coming to play on our beautiful course. Thanks to
Cathy Williams and her committee, Jenny Braswell and Dana Caudle,
who did a brilliant job in the organization and execution of this
tournament. And, of course, thanks to Nathan for having the golf
course in great shape despite all the rain and to Todd, Tim and
Quincy for making the golf run smoothly. On June 24th we held our
Bonnie and Clyde Shootout, our first Ladies Choice Tournament in
several years. It was a fun outing with 52 people taking part.
Thanks to all the ladies who picked a partner and participated.
Coming up July 11 and 12 is our Wonder Woman Ladies Member Guest.
It’s a two-day event this year with a Par 3 tournament, fashion
show and lunch on Wednesday followed by our traditional cocktail
party and an optional Ladies Night dining at the Club. Thursday
brings breakfast, the tournament, lunch and awards. You may take
part in both days or just one, if you so desire. It’s going to be a
fantastic, fun time so make sure you don’t miss it! We want it to
be the best Member Guest to date and lots of participation will
help make it so! If you need a guest, please contact Jenny
Braswell.
Repairing Ball MarksRepairing Ball MarksRepairing Ball
MarksRepairing Ball Marks
Your Golf Course Maintenance staff and the Greens Committee ask
that you please take the time to repair your ball marks. As a
general rule, a ball mark repaired within 10 minutes will heal with
a smooth surface within two to three days. An unrepaired ball mark
may take as long as three weeks to heal, but the result will be an
uneven surface. Thanks for your help in making our greens the best
that they can be by following the steps below:
Here are the steps recommended by the Golf Course
Superintendents Association of America on how to properly repair
divot holes on a green. Step #1: Take your ball mark repair tool
and insert the prongs into the turf at the edge of the depression.
Note: Do NOT insert the prongs into the depression itself, but at
the rim of the depression. Step #2: The next step is to push the
edge of the ball mark toward the center, using your ball mark
repair tool in a "gentle twisting motion," in the words of the
GCSAA. This is the step where golfers who incorrectly "repair" ball
marks usually mess up. Many golfers believe the way to "fix" a ball
mark is to insert the tool at an angle, so the prongs are beneath
the center of the crater, and then to use the tool as a lever to
push the bottom of the ball mark back up even with the surface. Do
not do this! Pushing the bottom of the depression upward only tears
the roots, and kills the grass. Step #3: Once you've worked around
the rim of the ball mark with your repair tool, pushing the grass
toward the center, there's only one thing left to do: Gently tamp
down the repaired ball mark with your putter smooth the putting
surface.
The Adventurers The Adventurers The Adventurers The Adventurers
"On Track"
The July gathering will be on Wednesday the 18th at noon, at
home of Laura Matthias, 167 Shady Lane. Please bring a salad to
share and our adventure will follow immediately after lunch!!
Please RSVP to:
Janice Blackburn: Phone - 336-972-8618 or E-mail -
[email protected]
Laura Matthias: Phone - 336-200-9049 or E-mail -
[email protected]
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GM and the board members write the articles, but you would never
read them if not for Donna. Barbie is responsible for getting
member bills out (yes, I hate them too) and for paying our vendors,
but without her dedication club finances would be a mess. These are
just two examples of the many functions these ladies perform. We’re
lucky to have such amazing staff. A resounding “Thank you” is due
all these wonderful people. We get to enjoy the mountain lifestyle
without a care in the world because of these amazing folks. Let
them know you appreciate them. Finally, we have a need for some 1,
3, and 5 pound hand weights. If anyone has some lying around that
are not being used, we would love to use them in the exercise
facility. Please let me or Donna know and we’ll make arrangements
to get them from you.
Until next month, Yon Demmink, House Chairman
Keeping House Keeping House Keeping House Keeping House
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Social HappeningsSocial HappeningsSocial HappeningsSocial
Happenings
July is a very busy time around the Club from a social
prospective. . .
Don’t miss the annual 4th of July Golf Cart Parade and Cook-out.
It is always great fun to see which group comes up with the most
creative golf cart decorations and the buffet is always wonderful.
The LGA is holding their annual Member Guest on July 11th and 12th.
There will be some new twists and turns to this tournament along
with a Luncheon and Fashion Show sponsored by D&B Designs, The
Posh Fox and our very own Golf Shop. Our lady golfers and their
guests should have a wonderful time at these events and what a
great way to showcase our Club and surrounding businesses. On July
14th we are going to have a Big Band Dinner and Dance. The band is
“Elkin Big Band” from Elkin, which we have heard great reviews
about, and it should be a good change of pace from our usual music
offerings. Mark your calendars for the upcoming Hummingbird Classic
Member Guest on August 2, 3 and 4th and our Employee Appreciation
Dinner on August 12th. More information will be forthcoming on
these events, as well as other exciting August happenings.
See you at the Club! The Social Committee
Reservations Please!Reservations Please!Reservations
Please!Reservations Please!
We would like to ask for your help with reservations, please. It
would be a tremendous help to Angela if you make your reservations
as early as possible. This allows Angela to properly schedule the
wait staff based on the number of reservations on the book. Last
minute reservations often make it difficult for her to find someone
able to work.
The Living Tree/Legacy FundThe Living Tree/Legacy FundThe Living
Tree/Legacy FundThe Living Tree/Legacy Fund
Members; Please allow me to focus on other exciting projects
your BOD and a very special committee have been working on. I won't
"steel the thunder" from the article below written by one of the
committee members, please read and celebrate these terrific
projects for the GOOD OF THE CLUB!. My role with this committee is
as a Board liaison to help facilitate Board approval for the
recommended projects.
Thanks & please read on, Rich Kaplan Roads, Security &
Landscape Chair BOD Liaison to the Living Tree/Legacy Fund
Committee
Living Tree/Legacy Fund Committee
Dear Members,
Several years ago, our group recognized and started talking
regarding our club’s amenities and capital needs. In reviewing how
many other clubs have transformed their offerings to appeal to all
types of members, we have been working on a plan to update and
improve High Meadows. The Living Tree/Legacy Fund Committee was
formed and governance was established for the Committee to make
recommendations to the Board for their ultimate decisions.
Enhancing member value and attracting new members are the
objectives of these efforts to make our club financially sound long
term.
We have already received financial support from about 6 members
which allows us to take action starting very soon with 2 Board
already approved projects:
Clubhouse deck revitalization including new flooring, installing
1 gas fire pit with 2 additional gas lines for future pits, more
comfortable furniture, adding retractable awnings, removing bench
and installing new handrails to meet code/improve safety. In
addition, the plan will include extending the deck around the
clubhouse to access near the bar door. We feel these significant
enhancements will allow greater utilization for all our food and
beverage operations and take advantage of the beautiful view the
deck offers.
Pool - chain link fence will be removed and replaced with a
wrought iron fence with rock columns. Pool deck area concrete will
be extended to allow more room for chairs, events at the pool, etc.
Enhanced lighting will be done too as this is one of the first
things people see when arriving at the club.
So, these are exciting projects that have already been approved
and funded from our Living Tree/Legacy Fund. Our plan will be to
continue to gain additional member support for other projects to
meet these objectives. Please feel free to contact anyone on our
Committee if you have additional thoughts or ideas.
Brad Bishop Pete Morrow Mark Stephens Rich Kaplan - Board
liaison
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Coming Events Coming Events Coming Events Coming Events
August 2018
Aug 2—4 ....................Member-Guest
Aug 17 & 18 ...............Artisan Day
Aug 24 ........................Nine & Dine
Aug 25 ........................Casino Night
F & B Hours of OperationF & B Hours of OperationF &
B Hours of OperationF & B Hours of Operation
Dining Hours
Wed, Fri & Sat. .................................. 6:00 -
9:00
Side Door Lounge Hours
Sunday ..............................................
2:00—6:00
Grille Hours
Mon - Sat .......................................... 8:00 - 4:00
Sun .................................................... 8:00 -
2:00
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SundaySundaySundaySunday MondayMondayMondayMonday
TuesdayTuesdayTuesdayTuesday WednesdayWednesdayWednesdayWednesday
ThursdayThursdayThursdayThursday FridayFridayFridayFriday
SaturdaySaturdaySaturdaySaturday
1 Chapel 9:00
Open Tee X’s…..8-10 Couples………..10-11 Mixed Couples..11-12
2 Super Senior
Play Day 11:00
3 FIREWORKS
AT CAMP CHEERIO
4 4th of July Tournament & Golf Cart Parade &
Cook-out
5 9:00 Ladies Day
6 Super Senior
Play Day 11:00
Nine & Dine 5:00
7 9:00 Ladies
Day/Men’s Point Chase
8 Chapel 9:00
Open Tee X’s…..8-10 Couples………..10-11 Mixed Couples..11-12
9 Super Senior
Play Day 11:00
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11 Wed 11:00
Men’s Group
LGA Fashion Show, Par 3 & Ladies Night
12 9:00 Ladies Day
9:00 Ladies Member-Guest
w/Luncheon
13 Super Senior
Play Day 11:00
14 9:00 Ladies
Day/Men’s Point Chase
Big Band Dinner & Dance
15 Chapel 9:00
Open Tee X’s…..8-10 Couples………..10-11 Mixed Couples..11-12
16 Super Senior
Play Day 11:00
Kidsweek
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Kidsweek
18 Wed 11:00
Men’s Group
Kidsweek
19 9:00 Ladies Day
Kidsweek
20 Super Senior
Play Day 11:00
Kidsweek
21 9:00 Ladies
Day/Men’s Point Chase
Board Mtg 3:00
22 Chapel 9:00
Open Tee X’s…..8-10 Couples………..10-11 Mixed Couples..11-12
23 Super Senior
Play Day 11:00
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25 Wed 11:00
Men’s Group
26 9:00 Ladies Day
27 Super Senior
Play Day 11:00
28 9:00 Ladies
Day/Men’s Point Chase
29 Chapel 9:00
Open Tee X’s…..8-10 Couples………..10-11 Mixed Couples..11-12
30 Super Senior
Play Day 11:00
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27 Wed 11:00
Men’s Group
28 9:00 Ladies Day
29 Super Senior
Play Day 11:00
30 9:00 Ladies
Day/Men’s Point Chase
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To the HMCC Membership:
As prescribed by the By-laws, I have formed a Nominating
Committee to select three nominees for the
Board of Directors, which will be voted on at the Fall
Membership Meeting. The members of the
Committee are: Allen Williams, Paul Perlik, Sue Talley, Charley
Tucker, Vicky Cox, Bob Cowan, and Bill
Burleigh.
The committee asks the membership to submit names of suggested
candidates which will be considered
by the committee in the process. Before you submit a name, it
would be helpful if you ask the person if
they would be willing to serve if nominated. Please send your
suggestions to me at the email address
below or to Donna in the office. The committee must complete
it’s work by August 14th, so we would
appreciate your prompt response.
Thanks for your thoughtful consideration
Allen Williams
[email protected]
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High Meadows GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB, INC.GOLF & COUNTRY
CLUB, INC.GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB, INC.GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB,
INC.
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2018 Roaring Gap Mountain Golf Classic
Monday, September 24 - Tuesday, September 25, 2018 Sponsored by
Cherry Lane Volunteer Fire Department & Medical
Responder, Inc. (CLVFD) and Auxiliary
Fellow Sponsors and Golfers,
We have confirmed the 2018 tournament dates and hope you will
plan to participate by being a sponsor and/or joining us for two
days in the mountains this fall.
Format will be 4-person teams (mixed men and women teams
welcome) Texas Scramble format. Texas Scramble uses the best drive
of the foursome, after which each player plays his/her own ball
through the hole.
Dates and Sites:
• 8:30 am and 1:00 pm Shotguns, Monday, September 24, 2018 at
Roaring Gap Club. • 7:00 pm Dinner, Monday, September 24, 2018 at
Olde Beau Country Club. • 8:30 am and 1:00 pm Shotguns, Tuesday,
September 25, 2018 at High Meadows Country Club.
Rain Dates :
Same times/sites Monday, October 1 and Tuesday October 2,
2018
Format:
• Four Person Teams, Texas Scramble, No Handicap. • Men, Women,
Mixed Teams all permissible. • Teams flighted after first day of
play. • Cash prizes awarded by flights.
Sponsor Fee: $100
Entry Fees: $200 Per Player includes 2 rounds of golf with cart,
lunch each day, dinner on Monday (additional dinner guests welcome
at $30 per ticket)
Registration Deadline: September 14, 2018
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2018 Roaring Gap Mountain Golf Classic
Sponsored by : Cherry Lane Volunteer Fire Department &
Medical Responder, Inc. (CLVFD) and Auxiliary
Golf: • Monday, September 24, 2018 at Roaring Gap Club - 8:30 am
and 1:00 pm Shotguns • Tuesday, September 25, 2018 at High Meadows
Country Club - 8:30 am and 1:00 pm Shotguns,
Rain Dates : Same times/sites Monday, October 1 and Tuesday
October 2, 2018
Format: Four Person Teams, “Texas Scramble”, No Handicap (Men,
Women or Mixed Teams Welcome).
Preferred Shotgun Slot : (Please check only one combination)
Player #1
Team Captain: All communication will go through the named
captain. Please provide all information.
Name____________________________________________@ $200 Sponsor @
$100 ___________
Address ____________________________________City, State &
Zip ______________________________
Phone ___________________________E-Mail
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Player #2
Name_____________________________________________@ $200 Sponsor
@ $100 ___________
E-Mail
__________________________________________________________________________________________
Player #3
Name_____________________________________________@ $200 Sponsor
@ $100 ___________
E-Mail
__________________________________________________________________________________________
Player #4
Name_____________________________________________@ $200 Sponsor
@ $100 ___________
E-Mail
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8:30 am Monday / 1:00 pm Tuesday
1:00 pm Monday / 8:30 am Tuesday
