CURRENTS. Inside: Message from our General Manager From the Green Tennis at the Top Mallets and Martinis Hot off the Plate JUNE 2016

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1 JUNE 2016 HIGHLANDS, NC CURRENTS A Publication for Members & Friends of the Cullasaja Club Inside: Message from our General Manager From the Green Tennis at the Top Mallets and Martinis Hot off the Plate

2 BOARD OF GOVERNORS Bettie Ingram President Hugh Dillingham Vice President Brian Rice Secretary Clint Dawkins Treasurer Deane Briggs Sid Nurkin Charlene Palmisano Michael Shawhan Sammy Smith STAFF Chris Conner General Manager Tim Lamphier Chief Financial Officer Amy Fine Membership Sales Director Charles Beurmann Head Golf Professional Stacie Dudley Wellness Director Leigh Coggins F&B Manager Maria Jandera Executive Chef Meredith MacNevin Staff Accountant Shelley Walker Clubhouse Manager Terry Fugate Head Tennis Professional Tom Nelson Golf Course Superintendent GENERAL MANAGER UPDATE by Chris Conner, CCM As I write this article, I reflect on an incredible Derby Day Party and Mother s Day Brunch in the Clubhouse. It was so nice to see everyone enjoying this very special day and it proved to me once again how blessed we are to be part of the Cullasaja extended family. We have extraordinary facilities, an active and engaged membership, and a professional staff that works diligently each day to bring you the best possible experience at the Club. Cullasaja is a very special place and it is events like the Derby Day Party and Mother s Day Brunch that make me realize just how lucky we are to live and/or work here. With the arrival of the summer months, we hope you and your family will take advantage of all the fun and exciting activities that are planned for you. Please review this newsletter carefully so you don t miss an opportunity to participate. Please remember to sign up in advance for events you wish to participate so that we can be better prepared to serve you. As always, you can make dining reservations and/ or sign up for an event by calling Zoe at or ing her at reception@ cullasaja-club.com. If you have not had a chance to do so, please visit the Wellness Center and say hello to Stacie Dudley, our new Wellness Director. Stacie is eager to meet you and show you the many new fitness class offerings and hear your input on how she can better serve your wellness needs. Stop in when you can and introduce yourself to Stacie. Thank you for your continued support of the Club and for making the Cullasaja lifestyle a reality. If there is anything we can do to improve your experience, please contact me directly or any of the Club s voluntary leaders on the Board of Governors. We look forward to seeing you at the Club. Best Regards, Chris Conner General Manager / COO HIGHLANDS, NC 1371 Cullasaja Club Dr. Highlands, NC Fax:

3 by Tom Nelson FROM THE GREEN Each year, I am asked about the particulars of how our golfers can help to properly care for the golf course. Each course is unique and maintained slightly differently according to the specific needs of a particular property. Different turf types, maintenance practices and budgets all influence what the golfers are asked to do at individual facilities to help complement the maintenance staff s efforts to provide the best possible conditions. Ball marks are one universal maintenance item that should be performed by the golfer. We ask that you repair your mark and one other on each green. This not only keeps the putting surface smooth for the days to come, it is common courtesy to your fellow members playing behind you. Proper ball mark repair Step 1: Use a pronged ball mark repair tool, knife, key or tee. Step 3: Bring the edges together with a gentle twisting motion, but don't lift the center. Try not to tear the grass. Step 2: Insert the repair tool at the edges of the mark; not the middle of the depression. Step 4: Smooth the surface with a club or your foot. Repeat steps until the surface is one you would want to putt over. CART TRAFFIC AND ETIQUETTE. A few years ago we adopted the gate system to help control traffic patterns and wear and tear on the course. This season we have changed it a bit in that there are two posts at each location and we ask that you enter and exit the fairways by driving between them. At or near the beginning of each fairway, there is a wooden pole indicating where to enter the fairway and another closer to the green indicating where to exit the fairway. Once you have entered the fairway we ask that you keep the cart in the fairway and completely out of the rough. The only time a cart should be in the rough is upon entry and exit of the fairway. Our fairways can handle the traffic much better than our roughs for a number of reasons. DIVOTS. Generally divots taken with shorter irons will be thicker than those made by longer irons or fairway woods. Bigger divots that do not disintegrate should be replaced and the edges filled in with the sand mix provided. Thin or disintegrated divots should be filled with the sand mix and smoothed out with your foot. The biggest mistake I see people making is to fill the void with sand and lay the divot on top. Done like this the divot will dry out and die in a matter of hours. The sand mix used here does not contain any seed so it can be used in the rough if necessary. We do ask that you not fill any divots on tees as our staff tends to each tee box every day with a sand/seed mixture. BUNKER ETIQUETTE. We have several very steep bunkers that should only be entered/exited in the low points. This prevents moving large amounts of sand off the steep slopes creating issues with proper sand depth and washing during heavy rains. Additionally, there are no official rules on whether the rakes are to be placed inside or outside of a bunker. In order to minimize the likelihood of a ball coming to rest on a rake we ask that you replace the rake with the head of the rake in the sand and the handle resting on the edge or lip of the bunker. By following these simple guidelines, you and your guests, can help us to keep our course in great shape throughout the season. 3

4 GOLF by Charles Beurmann Our season is underway and we are extremely excited about this summer! I want to thank everyone for their participation in our Memorial Day Stableford game, as well as our Twilight events this May. Please review the following event descriptions and let us know if you would like to participate in the many remarkable events that we have planned for your enjoyment this season. As always, our Professional staff is here for you, so please don t hesitate to call on us whenever we can be of any help! MEN S MEMBER-MEMBER CHAMPIONSHIP Friday, June 3rd and Saturday, June 4th Cost is $95 per Player The popular Men s Member-Member Championship is one of the premier member tournaments of the season. If you have not yet signed up, grab a friend and join us. Interested in playing and need a partner? Simply ask the Golf Shop for assistance in finding a teammate. The cost for this event is $95 and includes breakfast, lunch, and drinks daily. Please keep in mind the golf course will be closed for regular play until 11:00 a.m. on Friday, June 3rd, and 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 4th. WOMEN S GOLF ASSOCIATION (WGA) Join in the Fun Today! Our WGA has a very busy tournament schedule this June. Please contact the Golf Shop if you need more information on these exciting events. As a reminder, opening day for the WGA will occur on Tuesday, May 31st. The WGA Laurel Cup will be June 6th & 7th. The 9-Hole ladies have interclub at Wildcat on Monday, June 13th beginning at 10:00 a.m. The 18-Hole ladies Interclub will be on Monday, June 27th at 9:00 a.m., also at Wildcat Cliffs. The Ladies Member-Member is scheduled for Tuesday, June 21st with tee times beginning at 9:00 a.m. Schedule of Events: Friday, June 3rd Tee Times Begin At 9:00 A.M. Better Ball of Partners 90% Handicap Lunch Included at Conclusion of Play Saturday, June 4th Breakfast at 7:30 a.m. Shotgun Start at 9:00 a.m. Pinehurst (Modified Alternate Shot Holes 1-9) Two Person Scramble (Holes 10-18) Lunch & Awards following play 4

5 Junior Golf and Tennis Camp JUNE 14TH 16TH $175 PER PARTICIPANT / PRORATED RATES AVAILABLE FOR PARTIAL PARTICIPATION Registration for the annual Junior Golf and Tennis Camp is now open. Camp attendees receive up to 5 hours of group instruction each day covering both tennis and golf topics. The 3-day camp will review course etiquette, putting, chipping bunker play, tennis drills, footwork, match play and more. Games and prizes will be included. If you have a child or grandchild interested in participating in this very popular camp, please contact Zoe at the front desk or to reception@cullasaja-club.com. Demo Day 2016 WEDNESDAY, JUNE 15TH 12 NOON UNTIL 4:00 P.M. This is a great opportunity for you to try the latest equipment from Callaway, Ping, Cleveland/Srixon, and Titleist. Our Professional staff will be available to fit and assist you with any questions you may have about the product. Make sure to mark your calendars so that you do not miss the chance to try out new equipment. Schedule of Events: JUNE 14TH 9:00 A.M. (REGISTRATION) 10:00 A.M. TO 1:00 P.M. GOLF INSTRUCTION (LUNCH AT THE CLUBHOUSE) 2:00 P.M. TO 4:00 P.M. TENNIS INSTRUCTION 5:00 P.M. PLAY WITH THE PROS!!! JUNE 15TH 9:00 AM TO 12:00 PM - GOLF (LUNCH AT THE CLUBHOUSE) 1:00 PM TO 3:00 PM - TENNIS JUNE 16TH 9:00 A.M. TO 12:00 P.M. - GOLF (LUNCH AT THE CLUBHOUSE) 1:00 P.M. TO 3:00 P.M. - TENNIS 5

6 Couples Cup SUNDAY, JUNE 12TH AT 1:00 P.M. COST IS $85 PER COUPLE INCLUDES POOL SIDE DINNER AT THE COMPLETION OF PLAY The annual Couples Cup begins with a 1:00 p.m. shotgun start and the format is a modified net best ball of the foursome. Men play from the tournament tees and ladies play from the red tees. Nine-hole men will play from the white tees. Men receive 80% of their handicap and Ladies receive 90% of their handicap. Golf, prizes, awards & live music from Caribbean Steel are all part of this exceptional event. Saturday Night Shootout STARTS ON SATURDAY JUNE 25TH AT 3:00 P.M. COST IS $20 PER PLAYER TOP 3 TEAMS ARE AWARDED. This entertaining event occurs on the last Saturday of each month. Sign up as a twoperson team and we will play an alternate shot format with elimination to have a monthly winner. The lowest net team scores will advance to the next hole until only two teams remain going to the 9th and final hole. Teams can be men or women or a mix. Handicaps will be given at 50% of the team total off the low team in the Shoot- Out. Strokes are given as they fall on the card and will be adjusted when the low team is eliminated. This event is always popular and there is a maximum number of teams permitted. So, please sign up well in advance to ensure your spot. 6

7 Weekly Organized Games The Golf Shop provides organized games for players of all skill levels. These organized golf games will be offered weekly providing there are no major tournaments scheduled. If you are interested in participating, please stop in the Golf Shop and sign up in the brown leather book on the shop counter. Here is a sampling of some of the weekly games that are available: MONDAYS: 9-HOLE MEN AT 1:00 P.M. TUESDAY: LADIES GOLF DAY TUESDAY: STABLEFORD AT 1:00 P.M. WEDNESDAY: TWILIGHT GOLF AT 4:00 P.M. THURSDAY: 9-HOLE MEN AT 10:30 A.M. FRIDAY: QUOTA MATCH AT 9:30 A.M. SATURDAY: BMD AT 9:00 A.M. SATURDAY: 9-HOLE MEN AT 9:30 A.M Men s Invitational Golf Tournament JULY 21ST TO JULY 23RD COST IS $975 PER TEAM Entry forms are currently being accepted for this year s Men s Invitational. We currently have 26 teams registered and will be accepting, at most, 42 teams this year. If you have not had a chance to register, please do so before it s too late. We are anticipating a full field and would hate for anyone to miss out! Please stop in the Golf Shop to pick up the Tournament Guide and Entry Form. 7

8 MAJOR GOLF EVENTS (Mark your calendars) MEN S INVITATIONAL JULY 21ST TO JULY 23RD WGA MEMBER GUEST AUGUST 18TH & 19TH MIXED MEMBER GUEST SEPTEMBER 22ND & 23RD IMPORTANT UPCOMING GOLF DATES JUNE 3-4 Men s Member-Member Tournament JUNE 6-7 WGA Laurel Cup JUNE 12 Couples Cup JUNE Junior Golf and Tennis Camp JUNE 15 Golf Equipment Demo Day JUNE 21 WGA Ladies Member-Member Tournament JUNE 13 WGA 9-Hole Interclub at Wildcat Cliffs JUNE 25 Saturday Night Shootout JUNE 27 WGA 18-Hole Interclub at Wildcat Cliffs 8

9 by Terry Fugate TENNIS AT THE TOP EARLY START TO THIS YEAR S TENNIS SEASON: This year we had 4 of our tennis courts open and ready for play by mid April. We had quite a bit of play in late April and early May. I offered complimentary tennis clinic the first week of May to kick off our 2016 Tennis Season. We are off to a great start for the year. Thank you all for your continued support of our Tennis Program here at the Club. JUNIOR GOLF/TENNIS CAMP: Make plans now to enroll your children or grandchildren in this year s 3 day Golf & Tennis Camp. The Camp will be held on June 14th, 15th, and 16th and is sure to be a whole lot of fun. The children get 5 hours of instruction each day, with 3 hours of golf each morning and 2 hours of tennis each afternoon after they have lunch. We will offer lots of fun-filled games, group clinics, footwork drills, match play, Cardio Tennis and a game of Alive. WELCOME HOME TENNIS MIXER: It s a great introduction to our peak season. By mid June everyone is back in town and ready to play tennis. This event will be held on Saturday, June 18th at 10:00 a.m. Tennis will be immediately followed by lunch. Please remember to sign up ahead of time so we will know how many are coming for tennis, and also for lunch, which all non-playing spouses are encouraged to attend. Come on out and enjoy the fun. LADIES DOUBLES INVITATIONAL WEDNESDAY, JUNE 22nd, 10:00 a.m. MEN S DOUBLES INVITATIONAL SATURDAY, JUNE 25th,10:00 a.m. This event may be played with a guest or a fellow member as your partner - it s an invitational. Please let me know ahead of time if you want to play and whether you need me to find a partner for you. For each event, the tennis starts at 10:00 a.m. followed immediately by lunch. LOOKING AHEAD TO JULY: STRAWBERRIES & CREAM MIXER SATURDAY, JULY 2nd 10:00 a.m. MEN S DOUBLES CHAMPIONSHIP SATURDAY, JULY 9th 10:00 a.m. LADIES DOUBLES CHAMPIONSHIP MONDAY, JULY 11th 10:00 a.m. MIXED DOUBLES CHAMPIONSHIP SATURDAY, JULY 30th 10:00 a.m. JUNIOR CLINICS EACH WEDNESDAY & FRIDAY DURING THE MONTH OF JULY STARTING AT 3:00 p.m. 9

10 MALLETS & MARTINIS by Terry Fugate BUSY MONTH OF MAY: During the month of May we saw many members returning to play croquet here at the Club. Our first Mallets & Martinis was well received with around 30 participants. Results of our May Qualifier Tournament will be sent via to CCA members. If you were not in town for the first Qualifier please remember there will be 3 other Qualifiers. We will have one Qualifier during the months of June, July and August. The 4 winning teams from the four Qualifiers will all advance to the Croquet Championship that will be held during September. Please remember we offer an Intermediate and also an Advanced competition, including Ladies Doubles, Men s Doubles and Mixed Doubles divisions for both competitions. JUNE KICKS OFF OUR CROQUET SEASON: We have lots of exciting croquet events for you starting in early June and here are some of the highlights. Custom Mallet Fitting with Don Oakley. Don will be in town for the week of June 3rd through June 9th and will visit Cullasaja Club one day during that week-tba. Don s company supplies all of the mallets we sell here at the Cub, so if you want the opportunity to demo several different mallets this is a great opportunity. Don is a USCA certified referee and instructor, is vice president of the USCA, and owns his own mallet company. If you wish to purchase a mallet later in the season I will be more than happy to help you select a new mallet and place the order so you can get the Club discount. World Class Instruction: Instructor Jeff Soo returns to our Club to offer two days of world class instruction on Thursday, June 9th and Friday June 10th. His classes are free to all CCA members. June Inter-Club Matches: June 9th at Cedar Creek Racquet Club June 16th here vs. Wildcat Cliffs June 23rd here vs. Chattooga Club June Qualifier Tournament: Monday, June 20th time TBD REMINDERS: All whites are required for all CCA events. Normal golf or tennis clothing is acceptable attire during non CCA events. Only smooth soled shoes are allowed on the lawn. We have a full variety of croquet whites available for men and women in the Pro Shop at the Wellness Center. We also offer custom mallet fitting, mallet sales and all croquet accessories. Croquet instruction is available by calling the Tennis Pro Shop Please remember, members who make advanced reservations have priority over the lawn. 10

11 WEEKLY CROQUET SCHEDULE SUNDAY COUPLES ON THE LAWN 4:00 p.m. MONDAY LADIES ON THE LAWN 4:00 p.m. TUESDAY MEN S DAY 10:00 a.m. - NOON MALLETS & MARTINIS 3:00 6:30 p.m. WEDNESDAY SOCIAL CROQUET 4:00 6:00 p.m. THURSDAY CROQUET CLINIC 3:00 4:00 p.m. MALLET S & MARTINIS 3:00-6:30 p.m. FRIDAY OPEN PLAY ALL DAY SATURDAY OPEN PLAY ALL DAY JULY AT A GLANCE: July 12th vs. Highlands Country Club July 28th at Burlingame July Qualifier Monday, July 18th Your Croquet Committee is always working hard planning extra events that are not always on the Club Calendar. I always update the CCA members with the latest current events, which is another great reason to join our Cullasaja Croquet Association. Perks for joining the Association include hors d oeuvres at the Mallets & Martinis each week. World Class Instruction, Rules Seminars, Continental Breakfasts for our home Inter- Clubs, End of Season Banquet Dinner. For only $85.00 per person it s a great deal. For more information or to join the CCA please contact Terry Fugate at or tfugate@cullasaja-club.com 11

12 HOT OFF THE PLATE by Shelley Walker My name is Abegail Lagayada. I am enrolled in the Culinary Institute of Cagayan de Oro in the Philippines with a major in Culinary arts and holistic nutrition. Even after some time in culinary school, I know I still have a tremendous amount to learn. I believe it would be so much fun to learn while exploring other cultures and places, and meeting new friends. I hope to learn more, refine my skills and continue my development by joining the Cullasaja Team. The culinary field is a very tough business and I am willing to undergo intensive training to learn as much as I can from the excellent and experienced mentors in Cullasaja. I know this will be a life-changing experience for me. It will mold me and help me grow, not just in the culinary world but holistically as a person. My name is Hayley Wilson and I am so proud to join the Cullasaja Club family while performing my externship as a Baking and Pastry student of the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, New York. As the youngest of four, I have learned that family and friends have been most influential in guiding me to become the confident and witty person I am today. So, it was an easy choice for me to gravitate to Cullasaja Club after Ms. Walker and Chef Marie explained in great detail the strong bond between the employees, staff, and members of the Club. In the future I hope to carry and build on these strong bonds, both personally and in the hospitality industry. My name is Tzu Thor. Cooking is my passion, my life and my career. Golf is second. I am excited to help lead the Cullasaja culinary team this year as the new Sous Chef. In Charleston, I helped open a restaurant for Bill Murray called Rutledge Cab Company & staged at Husk. In Boston, I worked for the James Beard award winner chef Tony Maws of Craigie on Main and staged for a month at the Michelin starred restaurant of Chef Marc Forgionne. I also spend time at the Culinary Vegetable Institute and was fortunate enough to do a 12-course dinner with Chef Eli Kaimeh of Per Se to raise money for team USA Bocuse D or. I had the opportunity to travel to Ukraine this past winter and fell in love with it and I am planning on spending more time there this winter. Meet and welcome back Mike! I was born in Dallas, Texas and I am 36 years old. I am the proud father of three kids and husband to a great wife. I am a friendly and outgoing person. I like spending time with my family and playing video games. I would like to own my own restaurant one day. We welcome back Julius! I was born in Czech Republic, lived in Canada and moved to the US twenty five years ago. I have a strong culinary background with over 30 years experience as a cook. I previously worked at Highland Falls Country Club and Wolfgang s on Main in Highlands. I have 3 children and 5 grandchildren. I love to cook, eat and try different types of food. I have worked at Cullasaja since Please help me welcome back Denise Vanderbilt! I am originally from upstate New York and I moved to North Carolina in I made my way to highlands in 2003 and began working at Cullasaja 8 years ago. I have 4 children and 2 grandchildren. In the winter I enjoy traveling and spending time with my mom and sister. I am a huge animal lover and have a dog named Cabe. My name is Alexander Notofranco but growing up I was given the nickname AJ. After graduation culinary school in 2011 with a Bachelors degree in Culinary Arts & Business Management I decide to further my career by exploring my options in the restaurant world. I started as a dishwasher and worked my way all the way to a sous chef. Currently, I work for Sailfish Point Country club as Chef de Cuisine and work under the Certified Executive Chef Anthony Angelino. I have been able to put my culinary talents to the limit and work all aspects in the various kitchens on the Sailfish property. I have become a designated trainer and leader for the team. I also enjoy playing basketball, making music, playing the guitar and piano. My ultimate goal for joining the Cullasaja family is to be able to express my culinary talents to another level, as well as meeting new friends. I have never left the state of Florida so it definitely is a new experience for me. I am Chuck Lent and was born in Stonybrook, NY but raised in Wilmington, NC. I grew up a pretty athletic kid, playing soccer, basketball and baseball until I was introduced to hockey in which I gave up playing all the others for. I fell in love with the quick pace of the game, the physical play, the finesse in which it involves, the team building quality, as well as the passion the players held for the game and its evolution throughout the years. For me, those are the same qualities that have sparked my passion for the culinary industry, that on top of the ability to travel with the industry. I m always excited about expanding my culinary knowledge, abilities and to be able to work under and with other professionals with whom I can share my knowledge and experiences with as well gain from theirs. My name is Kevin Pietka; I am the Culinary MIT of Cullasaja. I am a recent associate s graduate from The Culinary Institute of America. I was born and raised in a small suburban town of Connecticut. My parents are originally from a small farm in Poland, they moved here around 30 years past. Having this said, most of my ethnic roots are surrounded by Polish traditions. From a young age, I was constantly around the food scene. Whether it would be forming pierogis with my grandmother, or watching Mom prepare a banquet for entire family on the holidays. Throughout the years, I picked up many tools of the trade working in a multitude of restaurants. With all the minor knowledge I obtained of food, I used it towards an education in the Culinary Field. Having finished Associates, I am seeking to utilize the skills I obtained in school and put them into practice in the field. In my experience, I hope to receive a better understanding of restaurant operation and management. Hi my name is Rachel Saulsberry and I am from Washington State. I left home about 3 years ago for college in New York and I have been on the East Coast ever since. As of April, I have recently earned my Culinary Arts Associates degree as well as my Bachelor s degree in Business Management. I believe this puts 12

13 me on the right track for where I want to be in the future. In my down time I enjoy reading poetry and hiking. I have never visited North Carolina and I am looking at this opportunity to expand my education. It has been a while since I have worked on a line. Most of my recent experience has been in catering both front and back of house. I am looking forward to working in a close community environment and learning how to work, run and operate a successful business that does not have to focus on one cuisine or a set menu every day. I am Jake Pereira and I go to the Culinary Institute of America in New York. I live in Boston Massachusetts, on the 60th floor of an apartment building overlooking the downtown area, I have a German Sheppard named Lexi and she is 1 year old this May, and a cat named Gizmo and she is 5 years old this November. I am very excited to join the team at Cullasaja and look forward to finally meeting the team that makes the Club function so smoothly. I first met the Cullasaja at the 2016 Career Fair the CIA hosted back at the beginning of spring and I fell in love with the area, the Club itself, and most of all the level of team work and high level of skill the team was described to portray. In my free time I enjoy hiking, mountain biking, and golf. Although I m not great at golf, the peaceful aspect of the course is something I feel like little can compare to. I hope to continue to enjoy some of these activities and more with the amazing outdoor experience Highlands has to offer on my free time. I m Alexa Marie S. Matuguina. I was born and raised in Philippines. I m 20 years old and have a degree in Bachelor of Science in Hotel and Restaurant Management. Traveling the world is my ultimate dream! My parents engaged me in different sports ever since when I was young and my main game is Taekwondo and I love to dance and sing. I m glad to be part of the family again at Cullasaja. Last season was a really awesome experience; I had so much fun and I was able to enhance my skills and knowledge in my chosen field. I built lifetime memories from the people I ve met from all over the world and beautiful Members from Cullasaja. This year I know it s going to be another great experience and I m so excited. I m John Calvin Gutierrez; you can call me Calvin for short. I am turning 21 this coming October 20. I m a die-hard fan of basketball; Derrick Rose is my favorite player of all time. I am the type of person who can get along with other people as soon as I talk to them. I also love challenges because I know with those challenges I can become more than I am now. I m also a hardworking person. I know that I need to work really hard for the things that I desire. I am currently taking Bachelor of Science Major in Tourism Management. It s a four year course in St. Paul University Quezon City. I am very excited to learn from the Cullasaja Family! My name is Jessica Carla Omotoy, from Cainta Rizal Philippines. I graduated at Far Eastern University and with a Bachelors of Science in Tourism Management, Cum Laude. I was a part of Work and Travel USA Program in 2014 as a Hotel Front Desk and Reservationist Agent. I m an outgoing person and like socializing. I enjoy playing sports such as volleyball, badminton, table tennis and any kind of sports. I like adventures and trying new things. Also, I enjoy joining social organizations that helps those in need. After my Internship Program with Cullasaja I hope to gain great experiences and learn new things that I can share with others. I also hope that I will meet new people that I will be friends with for a long time. My name is Cedric and I am a post grad in International Hotel Management from Les Roches School Marbella, Spain where I developed and improved my management skills and expanded my knowledge of the Hospitality Industry. I am a brand ambassador and a sponsored athlete for two international fitness brands named Perfect Body Pvt. Ltd. and Aesthetic Nation Pvt. Ltd. in India. During my internship at Cullasaja I would like to learn and acknowledge how the food and beverage department works from the very bottom of the chain right up to the top, and also how its different systems teamwork. In the future I would like to work, apply my knowledge and use my skills in a group with a good reputation like yours, with its excellent service and facilities, and where I will be able to put in action all my capabilities and all my desire to work. Hello Cullasaja Family, My name is Ciara Rodriguez. I am twenty years old from a little bit of everywhere. After being born in Germany my Mom and I moved to New York. We spent six years in New York before her job moved her to Miami, Florida. Another six years were spent in Miami before her job moved her again to Newark, Delaware. I am now enrolled in the Rosen College of Hospitality Management for Event Management, expected to finish in May I really enjoy making people happy as well as taking care of their safety. I hope to bring that diversity and motivation to the Cullasaja Family. Thank you for this opportunity. My name is Daniela Schippers. I was born and raised in Guatemala City, Guatemala. I play tennis for the Women s Tennis Team at Florida State University. I chose this school because of its outstanding Hospitality Management and Athletics programs. Being a student athlete has shown me great life skills such as discipline, time management, teamwork, and leadership. My Father owns a coffee farm in Guatemala, and it is one of my dreams to expand the family business internationally by utilizing my Hospitality and Business experiences. I have no doubt that I will be able to expand my hospitality work experience and food & beverage knowledge through my internship at Cullasaja. I am looking forward to learning in such a magnificent environment. Most importantly, I am eager to become part of the Cullasaja and Highlands family! Hi! I am Dellisa Tamika Tapper. I am a third year Hospitality Management student at the Florida State University. I am from the beautifully, relaxing city of Deerfield Beach, Florida and was born on August 22. I pride myself on giving back to the community and have been the Philanthropy chair for DREAM, a community service based organization at the Florida State University, for two years. I also mentor young girls at Rickards High School in Tallahassee, Florida. This internship will be my gateway to see opportunities that are available. When I am not working or doing community service, I spend time with my friends watching movies and singing karaoke. 13

14 I love to make others happy, and hope to do that every day with a smile on my face. I am excited to serve you all and cannot wait to meet each and every one of you! My name is Felisa T. Pamintuan and I am 21 years old. I was born in the Philippines and took up BS major in Tourism Management and graduated as one of the top of the class. I am interested in dealing with people, interacting with them and continuously growing from it. I have experience working locally in a hotel and internationally at a waterpark and theme park resort. It was really interesting to meet people from different walks of life and be a part of their enjoyment. In our industry, we meet different people every day and we don t know what will we encounter and I believe positive thinking is a great tool to always enjoy things that we do for ourselves and for others no matter what. I am very optimistic, take pride in my work and show commitment to everything that I do. I ll do the best that I can to contribute to our company s success by providing excellent customer service My name is Jan from Bangkok, Thailand. I m now 23 years old. My hobby is traveling around the world. Currently, I am doing the Post Graduation program in Hotel Management study from the Swiss Hotel Management School and I plan to continue my Master degree next year, 2017 in Switzerland as well. During five months of post graduation program at SHMS I have trained to work professionally with people from different countries and cultures which made me realize that working as a team is not easy especially with people from different countries. I am ready to be trained in every position and learn from the Cullasaja family! My name is Juan Hugentobler. I was born in Panama City, Panama and I m currently studying Hospitality Administration and Human Resources Management at Florida State University. I enjoy watching and playing soccer, going to new places and reading. I moved to Tallahassee last year to study at FSU after living in Panama my whole life. I am very into the Food and Beverage aspect of the hospitality industry and I m currently working as a banquet server at the University Center Club located in the Doak S. Campbell stadium. I enjoy traveling and getting to know different cultures. What I hope to gain from this internship at Cullasaja is experience and knowledge. I want to absorb as much information as I can about the Food and Beverage industry. I also want to gain maturity from this experience, working and learning from a different environment which will help me develop as a professional and as an individual. My name is Karolly Zang. When I was 15 years old I went to Los Angeles to study and to understand and adapt to new places better. I try to always be active and curious. I love tennis, yoga, hiking, running, Pilates and Zumba. Also, I always read books, listen to music, watch movies, and travel in order to discover and learn new things. I am a person who always pursuits perfection by challenging myself. I have also been volunteering in many places, such as elderly homes, churches, schools and the lower city. I found my passion in the hospitality industry while I was helping and serving other people during volunteer activities. I have learned that serving people requires exercising both one s mind and heart. Thus, I hope I can improve my English skills and understand what the art of serving is while I am doing my internship at Cullasaja. Also, I hope I can have a deeper understanding of the American culture at the end of my internship. I am Lun Yu Lung, (Kien) from Hong Kong, an international city. I am studying Bachelor of Arts in International Hospitality Management at the Swiss Hotel Management School which is transformed from a historic hotel to a modern school. In my leisure time, I like to hang out with friends and play ball games, cycle and dine in restaurants. Sometimes, I read books and write diary. These activities can help me calm down and think more about what is happening around me. I am an introvert but am able to get along with others. I hope to gain a lot of experience and memories at Cullasaja. I am going to apply what I have learned from school and see how it works. I am also going to make improvements in my English speaking by communicating with colleagues and guests since communication in hospitality is exceedingly important. It will be an interesting place to start my first internship and my career in the hospitality industry. I am Kyle Preston and a recent graduate of The Florida State University Dedman School of Hospitality. This will be my second season at Cullasaja Club, but my first as resident director. I am a huge fan of the St. Louis Blues and St. Louis Cardinals, and obviously the Seminoles. I am very excited to get back to Highlands and have a great season! My name is Natalie. I graduated from the University Of Central Florida Rosen College Of Hospitality Management in May I ve worked at Disney World for 6 years and have had various hospitality opportunities throughout this time, including working on a cruise ship in the beautiful state of Hawaii! In my brief working history, I also had the chance to work at Planet Hollywood, Universal Studios and as a hostess at Reunion Resort in Orlando, Florida. From my time with Cullasaja, I hope to gain a new family and more experience in the food and beverage department. My main hobby is traveling! I can travel anywhere in the world and make it fun and enjoyable. This leads me to my ultimate goal of taking my career to an international level where I would eventually like to be part of opening management teams for new hotels and resorts all around the globe. One interesting fact about me is I have 6 brothers and no sisters; I love having a big family and couldn t imagine what it would be like to have sisters. I have also lived in over 17 different places which allowed me to meet so many great friends from all over the country. My name is Roberto Mendoza but everyone calls me Robie. I am 22 years old and hail from Jupiter, Fl. I m currently studying Hospitality Management at the Rosen College of Hospitality at the University of Central Florida, Go Knights! I enjoy playing with my Beagle Woodhouse and listening to records. I can play the guitar and am learning how to play 14

15 the ukulele. I like to play sports such as golf, soccer, and lacrosse. My favorite teams are the Miami Dolphins, Heat, and Orlando City SC. My dream is to open my own concert venue. I am looking to gain experience in the more personalized setting of clubs as well as experiencing golf in a setting unlike that of Florida. I m extremely excited to be part of this program where I can meet people from different backgrounds who share my passion for service. Having been to Highlands before, I have seen what the area has to offer and I cannot wait to explore it even more. My name is Yanan Li, but you can just call me Ocean. I come from northwest China, finished my undergraduate degree of accounting in Beijing and continue with my master degree in New York at Pace University. I really wanted to get into the hospitality industry many years ago and I decided to study in a post graduate degree at the Swiss Hotel Management School. I hope this study can help me get into the industry more smoothly. I m the kind of person who doesn t have a real hobby, - but if traveling around, eating around and staying in hotel can count - then I have three. The most important thing for me to learn from Cullasaja is a real working experience in the hospitality industry. I also want to know the details of the F&B department, functions of every specific department and positions, and how they work and help each other in the real world. I also expect to gain more friends during my time at Cullasaja. Hello, my name is Holly Claire Duggins. I am a native of Monroe, Louisiana. My fiancé and I have moved to this beautiful area to pursue exciting career challenges, network with incredible people, and to take in all that the mountains have to offer. Currently, I am working towards a degree in Biology. I hope to take on a career in Wildlife Research and Preservation. My ultimate goal in that field would be working to restore and preserve animal habitats in wetland areas. I have always enjoyed the outdoors, and felt very connected to the earth and animals. Among my other interests, I especially enjoy art, music, books, photos, exploring the outdoors, and gardening. I am very proud of my green thumb, and have a host of plants in my yard back home. I am very excited to continue my adventure in meeting all of you. This opportunity is already proving to be an incredible experience, and I cannot wait to share it with my Cullasaja family. I m Yanqing, but you can call me Candice. I m from China and I m studying hospitality management in Switzerland. I m very enthusiastic and have a lot of energy. I like playing sports very much and my favorite sport is taekwondo in which I already have my black belt. I also know Chinese traditional handwriting and I am now studying to play the drums. I ve learned many service theories at my school and I want to practice these theories and gain more professional experience and skills. I also want to learn about different cultures from different places. I think my English is not good enough so it is important to me to improve my English skills. Hello again! I am Kyle Moser and I was born and raised in Fayetteville, North Carolina and spent many vacations on the coast or the mountains of NC. I was drawn to the North Carolina mountains to complete my undergraduate studies at Western Carolina University where my father is also an alumnus. While there, my love for travel, recreation, and food, combined with my outgoing personality and enjoyment for serving others, led me to the Hospitality and Tourism Management Program. I became a part of the Cullasaja Family in 2015 as the Resident Director. After a successful season, I went to work as the Food & Beverage Supervisor at Sailfish Point Country Club in Stuart, Florida, for the winter months. I am ready to return to Cullasaja for the 2016 season as the Dining Room Manager. I feel like the team we have for this upcoming season is fantastic and will make this the best season yet. I am ready to be back with my Cullasaja family and see all of the Members that I missed so much during the winter months. My name is Michael and I was born and raised in Highlands. My father is a subcontractor and helped me get this job at Cullasaja. I enjoy hiking with friends, going camping and listening to music. I also love to play and watch sports. Most importantly, I love spending time with my family. Hi! I am Landon Morgan. I am the middle child of two brothers. This is my first year at Cullasaja and I am excited to be a part of the kitchen team. In my free time, I love to write in my journal and listen all kinds of music. I can play clarinet, oboe, bagpipes, trumpet and guitar. My name is Keith Hair. I was born and raised in Raleigh, NC. I am currently a student at Western Carolina University. I m double majoring in Entrepreneurship and Accounting. I plan to use the various skills I ve learned in the business school to start my own new venture. I enjoy playing poker and love the feeling of taking risks. Hello Im Sanders! I m a local of WNC and have been all my life. I love being outdoors and doing what I can to bring a smile to people s faces. I ll be working Valet, as well as serving up food down at the Fairway Café. And, if you ever are in need of any quality entertainment, ask me to lick my elbow! Hello, I m Craig Ezechel. I was born and raised in Cashiers, NC. Growing up, I attended Summit Charter and went to Blue Ridge for high school. I played soccer and basketball while in school. After this season, I plan on joining the Army. I m also happy to now be a part of the Cullasaja family and want to thank you all for having me. 15

16 JUNE EVENTS Off the Plate [cont.] CULLASAJA WINE DINNER Join us for a Club favorite that always sells out fast! Our first wine dinner will feature Duckhorn Vineyards from Napa Valley, California. We will have special guest Woody Joyner from Mutual Distribution here to discuss the various wines to be paired with a 5-course dinner beginning with passed appetizers in our beautiful Overlook Room. The event takes place on Thursday, June 9th at 6:30pm. Cost is $99 per person. GROOVY CABARET NIGHT Our first Cabaret of the 2016 season will take place on Saturday, June 18th at 6:30pm. Enjoy a creative 3-course plated dinner with optional beverage pairings before you dance the night away with the Hot Sauce Band, specializing in your favorite 70s hits. The cost is $65 for the dinner and show, and $15 for the beverage pairing. FATHER S DAY BRUNCH It is time to celebrate Dad! We will have our annual Father s Day brunch on Sunday, June 19th from 10:30am to 2:00pm We will feature guitarist Ronnie Evans, who will help create the perfect day for Dad. The cost is $18.95 for adults, $12.50 for kids. Children under 4 are for free. SUPER SATURDAY Join us for a chance to win $500 in Cullasaja spending credits the last Saturday of each month. Our first Super Saturday is June 25th and the drawing is always at 7:00pm in the bar. Just remember, you must be present and have an open tab to be eligible for the prize. A casual dinner buffet will be served after the drawing. MONTHLY FARMERS MARKET Our first Farmers Market of the season will be Sunday, June 26th from 2:30pm to 4:30pm. You have the chance to purchase local fruits, vegetables and proteins from the North Carolina area. Chef will also feature many of her homemade items. We will have our market the last Sunday of each month. CULLASAJA KIDS CAMP 2016 It s almost time for one of Cullasaja s favorite activities! Our Kids Camp this year will feature four days of mountain fun from June 29th through July 2nd for ages 5 to 12. ANNUAL CULLASAJA CART PARADE AND DUCK RACE Our Cart Parade and Duck Race will take place on July 3rd, The Race will begin on hole #2 after the Cart Parade. Ducks can be purchased for $25 each or 5 for $100. We will have fun carnival games and food featured at the event this year. A lunch will be served prior to the festivities in the Clubhouse from 10:30 to 2:00. JULY 4TH COOKOUT It is time to celebrate the 4th of July with one of our favorite cookouts of the season. Join us for delicious food from 5:30 to 8:00 and enjoy entertainment by Underhill Rose. Cost is $29.99 for adults, $15.99 for kids and children under 4 are free! 16

17 by Stacie Dudley UPDATE FROM THE WELLNESS CENTER My first month at Cullasaja Club has flown by with preparations for the upcoming season. We are offering a new and extended class schedule, offering more classes to improve our Members overall health. New classes being offered include Men s Pilates, Stretching, Pilates and Core and Strength. Also, sign up for a 4 week fitness challenge, where we will push you to become the best you can be. Manu will be back this season and will be assisting me in teaching classes, as well as personal training those Members who would like a one-on-one session. I have been fortunate to meet many great Members and I look forward to meeting everyone as the season progresses, and at our Wellness Center Open House on June 4th from 11am-noon. Please come by the Wellness Center and find out how we can make this your season to get fit! WELLNESS CENTER OPEN HOUSE 11 AM - NOON SATURDAY, JUNE 4TH CLASS SCHEDULE MONDAY: SELF-GUIDED SPIN 7AM SELF-GUIDED SPIN 9AM WATER AEROBICS 10 AM STRENGTH AND MOVEMENT 10 AM TUESDAY: SELF-GUIDED SPIN 7 AM SPIN/CORE 9 AM MEN S PILATES 10 AM 19TH HOLE STRETCHING 3 PM WEDNESDAY: SELF-GUIDED SPIN 7AM SELF-GUIDED SPIN 9 AM WATER AEROBICS 10 AM STRENGTH AND MOVEMENT 10 AM THURSDAY: SELF-GUIDED SPIN 7 AM SPIN 9 AM PILATES 10 AM YOGA 3 PM FRIDAY: SELF-GUIDED SPIN 7 AM SELF-GUIDED SPIN 9 AM WATER AEROBICS 10 AM SATURDAY: CORE AND STRENGTH 9:30 AM YOGA WITH AMY 10:30 AM Sign up for the 4 week fitness challenge! SEE STACIE FOR DETAILS Personal Training Sessions available Men s Pilates TUESDAY 10:00 AM Join us for a fun, exciting class that will improve your overall health. Pilates was originally designed by a man, for men. A few of the key reasons to join: DEVELOP MUSCLE GROUPS OFTEN NEGLECTED BY MEN IMPROVE FLEXIBILTY BUILD CORE STRENGTH IMPROVE OVERALL QUALITY OF LIFE Cullasaja Club Wellness Center Contact Stacie Dudley, Wellness Director with any questions Wellness Center Open House SATURDAY, JUNE 4TH BEGINNING AT 11:00 A.M. Stop by and enjoy delicious smoothies, healthy snacks, and meet Stacie Dudley, our new Wellness Director. Stacie will be joined by other fitness professionals to discuss the new direction the Cullasaja Wellness Program is heading, and how you can easily become a part of our effort to improve your mind, spirit and body. Look for additional details via later in the month of May, but mark your calendars now for this great new program. 17

18 JUNE 2016 cullasajaclub.org RecuRRing events sunday monday tuesday wednesday thursday friday saturday monday Clinic & Ladies Dbls - 10am 9-Hole Men - 1pm Mah Jongg - 1pm Men s Doubles - 2pm Ladies on the Lawn - 4pm tuesday WGA - 18 holes - 9am 9 holes - 10:15am Men s Dbls - 10am Men & Mallets - 10am Tuesday Stableford - 1pm Clinic, Mallets & Martinis - 3pm wednesday Duplicate Bridge - 9am Clinic & Ladies Dbls - 10am Twilight Golf - 4pm Social Croquet - 4pm thursday Clinic & Men s Dbls - 10am 9-Hole Men - 10:30am Ladies Bible Study - 2pm Croquet Clinic - 3pm Mallets & Martinis - 3pm friday Friday Quota - 9:30am Clinic & Ladies Dbls - 10am Classic Canasta - 1pm Clinic & Men s Dbls - 2pm Happy Day - All Day! Croquet Open Play - All Day saturday Men s Bible Study - 8am Men s Day - 9am Men s & Ladies Dbls - 10am Happy Day - All Day! Croquet Open Play - All Day sunday Open Play Sunday on the Lawn - 4pm Golf Tennis Activities Croquet Ladies Bible Study - 2pm WGA Laurel Cup HOA-BOD Mtg 9am WGA Laurel Cup COUPLES CUP 1PM WGA 9-Hole Golf Demo Day HOA Feedback Interclub - Wildcat 12pm - 4pm Session 3pm FATHER S DAY BRUNCH Cedar Creek 10am Jeff Soo Instruction 9am Ladies Bible Study - 2pm WINE DINNER Interclub vs. Wildcat 10am Ladies Bible Study - 2pm CWO WELCOME COFFEE Jeff Soo Instruction 9am WGA Ladies Doubles MEMBER MEMBER Invitational Qualifier Tourn. 10 am Book Club 2pm JR. GOLF/TENNIS CAMP Interclub vs. Chattooga 10am Ladies Bible Study - 2pm Farmers Market WGA 18-Hole KIDS CAMP KIDS CAMP Interclub - Wildcat 2-4pm CHECK-IN & BOG Meeting KICK OFF DINNER 8:30am KIDS CAMP MEN S MEMBER MEMBER MEN S BIBLE STUDY - 8AM MEN S BIBLE STUDY - 8AM Welcome Home Tennis Luncheon 10am CABARET NIGHT MEN S BIBLE STUDY - 8AM Men s Doubles Invitational Saturday Night Shoot-Out Super Saturday 7pm 18

19 Club Information CULLASAJA RESERVATION POLICY Reservations 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. SHIPPING Do 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 SERVICE When you arrive at the Club for the summer, please be sure to change your address with the Club 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 POLICY If 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 2016 Club Rules published in the 2016 Membership Directory. HOLE-IN-ONE CLUB Sign 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. RESERVATIONS You may any reservation requests to Shelley Walker at swalker@cullasaja-club. com. Be sure to include your name, date, time, number in party and any special requests (high chairs, boosters, Birthdays, Anniversaries, special guests, etc.). reservations should be submitted no less than 48 hours in advance of an event. Shelley will confirm your reservation via . BRIDGE Bridge play will officially commence in June. Please watch The Week at a Glance for information. DRESS CODE Please observe the dress code for the Clubhouse, Activity Center, Golf Course, Tennis Center and Swimming Pool listed in the 2016 Club Rules, published in the 2016 Membership Directory. GENTLEMEN S HEADGEAR Gentlemen are required to remove their headgear when entering the social areas of the Clubhouse. SMOKING POLICY The Clubhouse, Activity Center and all adjacent patios and decks are smoke-free environments. Smoking is allowed only in designated areas outside of the buildings. AUDIBLE CELL PHONE POLICY Use of cell phones/audio media is prohibited in the Clubhouse, Activity Center and on the Golf Course, except for medical emergencies. MINORS AND CARTS Any 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 CARTS Please remember to submit proof of insurance for any golf cart you plan to use on Club property. DRESS CODE REMINDER Jackets are preferred for gentlemen on Saturday evenings in the Main Dining Room and the Enclosed Terrace. Although preferred, jackets are not required for gentlemen on Saturday evenings in the Pavilion, the Bar/Lounge and our new Overlook Room. Country Club casual attire will be considered acceptable attire throughout the entire clubhouse every evening unless otherwise noted in the promotional materials for special functions. 19

20 MEMBERSHIP/COMMUNICATIONS BOOK CLUB 2016 Club/HOA Member Directory Corrections {1} Byron Bailey s correct byronshrimp@gmail.com {2} Linda Brown s correct linda.h.brown@icloud.com {3} Becky Jacobs correct becky@jacobsfamily.me {4} Michael McFall s correct mmcfall@comcast.net {5} Kay McFall s correct fairborn62@comcast.net {6} Irwin Siegel s correct iasiegel1750@gmail.com {7} D.R. and Sammy Smith s Phone Number in Tennessee is: {8} Randy and LuAnn McCoy s phone numbers are: (c) and (h) in Highlands. {9} Charlie and Nell Seaton s correct seaton0236@gmail.com {10} Bob Bowman s new address is: rbbowman@bellsouth.net ALL ARE WELCOME TO JOIN US TO DISCUSS: A WHITE WIND BLEW By James Markert Set in the 1920s in Louisville, this is a wonderful story and well-written. It s not just a story about a period of American history. It is the story of life, our lives, and our faith. It is about choices and consequences. We ll meet in the Clubhouse Library: MONDAY JUNE 13 2 pm 1371 Cullasaja Club Drive Highlands, NC First-Class Mail US Postage PAID Highlands, NC Permit No. 99