ExperienceBERKELEY HALLThe

July/August 201589th Edition

MEMBER ACTIVITIES

BERKELEY HALL CHARITY CUP

2014 PLAYERS AMATEUR

Inside This Issue:THE PLAYERS AMATEUR

4TH OF JULY WEEKEND CELEBRATION

2015 CHARITY CUP

2015 Players Amateur JULY 9-12

F R O M T H E C L U B H O U S E

BERKELEY HALL EXPERIENCE

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Community Corner pp. 3-6

July 4th Signature Celebration pp. 7-9

Mother’s Day Photos pp. 10-11

Member Activities pp. 12-13

Players Am pp. 14-15

Golf Corner p. 16

Golf & Community Maintenance p. 17

Tournament Results pp. 18-19

Learning Center p. 20

RiverPark p. 21

Spa & Fitness p. 22-23

Phone List & Hours of Operation p. 24

Welcome!NEW MEMBERS

Beach Club Membership at the Westin Resort HotelBerkeley Hall offers our Members the opportunity to purchase a Beach Club Membership at the newly renovated and refurbished Westin Resort and Spa, located in the Port Royal Plantation on Hilton Head Island. Membership will be valid from July 1, 2015 through February 28, 2016 and entitles you to the following services:

• Parking privileges at their hotel• Access to their private beach• Use of beach towels • 10% discount at the Turtles Restaurant located on the poolside deck

The cost for this Beach Club Membership is $225. Daily passes are also available for $25 per vehicle. For more information, please contact the Concierge at 843.815.8494 or email Bob Ring at bring@berkeleyhallclub.com.

Dear Members,Should you happen to be in the Administration Offices of the Clubhouse, you may meet our new CFO/Controller, Becky Weyenberg. Please assist me in welcoming her to Berkeley Hall.

Looking ahead as the weather continues to get warmer and the July 4th holiday approaches, our staff is busy planning our spectacular Signature Fourth of July Celebration. This year’s event will include some new fun and exciting events for the whole family. The weeklong celebration is scheduled for June 28-July 4.

The Player’ Amateur will be held at Berkeley Hall for a fourth year from July 9-12, and will be conducted by The Heritage Foundation. This will be an opportunity for our members to meet some of the outstanding golfers from all over the world. Funds raised from this event help support nonprofit organizations in southern Beaufort County. Many thanks to those Members who have volunteered their homes and time to make this event special. We hope to see many of you there!

The summers here at Berkeley Hall have something for everyone. Summer Art Classes for Beginners are being offered July 14 & August 11. Summer Bubbles, a beer & champagne tasting event is scheduled for Thursday, July 23, and Lobster Night will be Thursday, August 13. There’s a great summer adventure waiting for you at the River Park. Activities this summer include kayaking, paddle board tours, and sunset boat cruises. Please call Concierge Services at 843.815.8422 to reserve your adventure. However, should you decide to stay home, order in with The Burgundy Apron, for fresh meals prepared by our culinary team to take home and enjoy in your home. Menu to be published soon!

Don’t’ miss our Mother~Daughter Spa Day on Friday, July, 3. Please call the Spa & Fitness Center at 843.815.8985 to make your reservation.

Summer Kids Camp begins July 14-17 & July 21-24, and we invite all youngsters between the ages of 6 & 11 to attend. There will also be Fourth of July Day Camps for June 30 & July 1. Activities include tennis and golf lessons, lawn games, basketball, swimming, cooking, summertime crafts and more. Space is limited, so if you’re interested in having your child or grandchild attend, please register online or contact Ashleigh Whitmore at 843.815.8493.

Have a safe and wonderful summer. We hope to see you here. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me directly at 843.815.8488 or amorris@berkeleyhallclub.com.

Kindest Regards,

General Manager & Chief Operating Officer

Tom & Nandy BeauchampMohnton, PA

John & Mimi BrownBluffton, SC

Michael & Susan CunninghamPresto, PA

Jeffery & Cheri DruzakPresto PA

Tom & Rebecca FrazierJonesborough, TN

Kevin & Jacqueline GideonInman, SC

Bill & Lorrie GrabarkewitzSouthlake, TX

John GiomettiNaperville, Illinois

Lawrence & Cynthia HalseyBluffton, SC

Kevin & Patricia MurphyDresher, PA

Lloyd & Ellie NewtonLithia, FL

Michael & Erin O’SullivanPalm Beach Gardens, Fl.

Keith & Deborah PattenQueenstown, MD

Joe PerkinsCamel, Indiana

Greg & Carol ChillemiHenrico, VA

Steve & Ana SouliosBridgewater, NJ

John SaboWayne, NJ

Dr. William Hancur & Georgette DelucaJamestown, RI

Golf Cottage RatesThe Golf Cottages provide a sense of luxury and comfort that comes from attention to detail– from the perfect choices of furniture and furnishings to the complimentary arrival amenities. Each Cottage is beautifully decorated with either a traditional American look or a Vivid Hue Design. Your room will be stocked with a variety of food and beverage items including wine, Gilchrist and Soames bath products and bathrobes prior to your arrival.

The first level features a roomy living/dining area with entertainment center, most with 50” high definition flat screen televisions, as well as a fully stocked kitchen and gas fireplace. Two private master suites flank each side of the living room, and each includes a king-sized bed, sleeper sofa, and well-appointed bath with double sinks and walk-in showers and a tub. These suites are each equipped with a refreshment center that includes a wet bar, microwave, bar refrigerator and 32” flat screen TV with digital cable. Each master suite opens onto its own private porch with seating for two, perfect for early morning or late afternoon enjoyment.

The second level features a large sitting room with 32” flat screen TV with digital cable, well suited for use as a lounge for a card game or children’s activity area, and washer and dryer, iron and ironing board. The two spacious second floor suites each feature 2 queen-size beds, a 32” flat screen TV with digital cable, a computer desk and individual bath with tub and separate walk-in shower. The unique design allows guests the opportunity to rent one master suite (1 bedroom/ 1 bath), one master suite, plus the living and dining area, the main town suite that includes the great room, kitchen and second floor suites (2 bedrooms/2 baths), a combination of the main town suite and master suite (3 bedrooms/3 baths), or the entire cottage (4 bedrooms/4 baths).

Stay, Play & Replay Cottage Group Package

For 2015!Sponsor a small or large golf group and spend a minimum of two (2) nights in one or more 4-bedroom golf cottages with (4) four or more players (may/may not include a Member) and your guest’s golf fees will be $99.50 inclusive per player for unlimited daily golf. The rate includes green fee, cart fee, replay fee and all taxes.

SPECIAL GOLF COTTAGE RATES**ONE OR MORE FOUR BEDROOM COTTAGES ONLY**

March-April/October-November• $572 per night {includes taxes} for each four bedroom golf cottage. • $143.00 per person per bedroom with private bath per night inclusive.

May thru September• $473 per night {includes taxes} for each four bedroom golf cottage. • $118.50 per person per bedroom with private bath per night inclusive.

Package Includes: • Unlimited golf daily. Play may include either the North or South Course based on availability. • Cottage Food and Beverage Amenity Package upon arrival and restock each day. • Golf Cottage Housekeeping Tidy Service daily.• All guests will receive a 25% discount on all merchandise in the Golf Shop.• Member Sponsor will receive (2-4) complimentary accompanied guest golf rounds to be used for future golf play.

To make your reservations, please call Cottage Services at 843.815.8422 between the hours of 8:30am-5pm (EST) Monday-Friday. Based upon availability; Replay subject to tee time availability. Cannot be combined with other packages or offers. A Two-Night minimum stay in a 4-Bedroom Golf Cottage is required.

.

CCommunity

corner

Rentals include arrival food and beverage amenity package, but do not include a daily restock.Rates do not include Sales and Accommodations Taxes of 10%.

All Golf Cottage Guests will enjoy Golf at the Accompanied Rate, certain restrictions may apply. 2-Night Minimum Stay Required

Please contact Cottage Services 843.815.8422 for reservations and additional information.

1 Bedroom $145 1 Bedroom & Living Room $235 $210*2 Bedroom $295 $265*2 Bedroom (Two Weeks) $2610*3 Bedroom $390 $350*4 Bedroom $475 $430*4 Bedroom (Monthly/30 Days) $4350*

Rates Include Optional Daily Housekeeping Service

Rates Exclude Daily Housekeeping Service (minimum two night stay required)

Summer & WinterDecember thru February and May thru September

Spring & FallMarch and April, October and NovemberRates Include Optional Daily

Housekeeping Service Rates Exclude Daily Housekeeping

Service (minimum two night stay)

1 Bedroom $195 1 Bedroom & Living Room $285 $240*2 Bedroom $345 $315*2 Bedroom (Two Weeks) $3510*3 Bedroom $455 $415*4 Bedroom $565 $520*4 Bedroom (Monthly/30 Days) $5850*

3

The absolutely amazing Berkeley Hall membership and staff have once again come through for those in our greater Bluffton community who are in most need. Our volunteers, sponsors, contributors, trustees and golfers all contributed to an outstanding success for our 2015 Memorial Day Charity Cup. This year our objectives were simple: we wanted to achieve a wider level of participation and have fun while raising much needed funds for projects that will help the most vulnerable residents in the greater Bluffton community. The level of participation this year was exceptional with 110 players including Military and 1st Responders playing golf. There were 200 party-goers which attended our evening social which also exceeded our expectations. Thank You, Thank You, Thank You!

This is our second Charity Cup held on Memorial Day weekend and the first held on Memorial Day itself. While this is a great day for many of us and for the club in terms of the schedule, there are some who leave for cooler climates before the weekend arrives. This year, however, a few of those migratory members stayed here with us to enjoy the event - a special note of thanks goes out to them!! We will continue to assess the practicality of this date as we move forward.

Randy Wright who worked with Don Ryder on the golf event received many gracious notes from our Military and First Responder guests. We are including some excerpts here because there is no way that we could say “Thank You!” any better.

“From the bottom of my heart, I would like to thank you and your community for the support you have shown on this Memorial Day. .....Everybody from your community made us all feel more than just a welcome guest, we felt as though we were part of the community ourselves. It touches my heart when a community can come together the way yours did and has obviously done before. I was delighted to join in the event to commemorate the veterans who have come before us, those currently serving, and those who will follow.”

“I cannot thank you enough for the hospitality and professionalism that each and every one of you has shown, from the emails first welcoming us to the event, until I departed with a clean set of clubs and memories that I am sure will last a lifetime.”

“What a wonderful time my wife and I had at your Club. The golf was great, and the course was in such beautiful condition I was afraid to take divots. ... My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our Memorial Holiday thanks to you and the wonderful people at Berkeley Hall.”

“I know I speak for all of us in saying that we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and were treated like royalty by everybody there. It is truly a wonderful feeling knowing there are still so many people who care about service members the way Berkeley Hall does.”

The Trustees of the Berkeley Hall Charitable Foundation

Thank You to Our Wonderful Berkeley Hall CommunityOver $120,000 Raised at the Charity Cup Event in 2015

Over $700,000 Raised since 2008

BERKELEY HALL Charity Cup

4

THE BERKELEY HALL CHARITY FUND

COMMUNITY | LEADERSHIP | CARING

This is the last in a series of articles about how projects funded by the 2014 grants from the Berkeley Hall Charitable Foundation (BHCF) are working to help Bluffton’s most vulnerable citizens. Through your very kind generosity, in 2014 the BHCF was able to fund projects for 14 local agen-cies. This month we will share information about four 2014 grant recipients: Navy Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS), Bluffton Self Help (BSH), the Boys and Girls Club (BGC), and Child Abuse Prevention Association (CAPA). These organizations have all been multi-year recipients of grants from BHCF.

Lili Coleman, Executive Director of BSH said, “It is critical to collect information electronically about those we serve to better understand their challenges, needs and opportunities. The computers purchased as a result of the grant award from Berkeley Hall were placed in the most critical spots that serve our clients.” Ms. Coleman went on to say. “A second grant for the financial assistance program helped to keep families in their homes, pay their utility bills after missing work due to a sick family member and deal with mounting medical costs.” Tom Henderson, a long-time volunteer, said that our dona-tions help BSH to provide immediate benefits to their clients. Denise Frame (who BSH fondly calls their “food fairy”) said, “The opportunity to help neighbors who struggle with life’s basic needs is a key reason to support Bluffton Self Help.”

Kim Bradley, a Combat Casualty Visiting Nurse with NMCRS, shared that they receive no government funding and rely on generous donors to keep their programs sustainable so they can serve Marines/Sailors and families in need. She said, “The 2014 Berkeley grant provided me an opportunity to identify and address the many ongoing needs of active duty and veteran Marines, Sailors and families living in the Bluffton community.” Ms. Bradley indicated that she has been able to increase her presence in the Bluffton area making weekly visits to help Marine veterans transition to civilian, connecting them with financial, medical, employment and educational needs as well as appropriate resources and treatment. She has also been able to provide key resources to help the Marines and family members better understand their challenges with Post Traumatic Stress (PTS) and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI).

For CAPA, the BHCF grant helped to fund a Program called “Good Touch/Bad Touch” which teaches children three safety steps to take if anyone ever breaks the Touching Rule: say

No!, get away, and tell an adult even if someone said to keep it a secret. April Fletcher-Clark, CAPA’s Director of Programs, said that after this initial class, a student disclosed to his teach-ers he had been touched inappropriately and now knows that telling a grownup will make it stop and keep him safe. The incident was reported and is currently under investiga-tion. BHCF’s grant helped this child.

According to Molly Smith, Director of the B&G Club, “Berkeley Hall has been a very supporting fan for many years and for that we are truly grateful.” The Explorer Learning for Life program, supported by BHCF’s 2014 grant, is a career education program designed to expose pre-teens and teens to career opportunities in law enforcement and to help build character and leadership skills. Conducted in conjunction with the Bluffton Police Department, a total of 54 at-risk youth enrolled in the program including ten previous year graduates who took on leadership roles.

Ms. Smith shared a success story: Ebony, a Bluffton High School junior and 7 year participant in the BGC was named the 2015 South Carolina Youth of the Year. Ebony attributes much of her success to the club programs, staff and volun-teers. She feels the club is a second family and support system for her and her siblings. Ebony is the prime example of what every club member should strive to be, a great role model for Bluffton youth and club members everywhere!

John Charland said, “Explorer Learning for Life is an amazing program that would not be possible without the generosity of our Berkeley Hall community.”

We applaud the great work done by all the agencies we funded in 2014 to help Bluffton’s most vulnerable citizens. Through your very kind generosity, in 2014 the BHCF was able to fund projects for Neighborhood Outreach Connection, Heroes on Horseback, Backpack Buddies, Meals on Wheels, Deep Well, Lowcountry Legal Volunteers, Memory Matters, Hospice Care of the Lowcountry, The Literacy Center, Bluffton Jasper Volunteers in Medicine, and the four mentioned above in this article. Thank you!

We will kick off our 2015 grant cycle on June 1, and will keep you apprised of our efforts. Questions about our Foundation or on any of the charities supported, or on the grants process can be directed to Bill Reddersen or Pat (Jackson) Valentino.

Berkeley Hall Charitable Foundation: Your Donations at Work

Article Written by Patricia Jackson Valentino

5

CCommunity

corner

Javier the TailorJavier is in the clubhouse every Saturday morningbetween the hours of 9:30-11am to tailor clothing for our Members. After he takes your measurements

in the locker room, he returns to his shop in Beaufort to complete the work, then returns the following Saturday to deliver your clothing. No appointments are necessary.

Barber Services Available in the ClubhouseKen Browning offers haircuts for both men and women every Friday and Saturday in the Clubhouse locker rooms. His summer hours are every Friday from 2:30-4:30pm and on Saturdays from 11:30 to 2:30pm. For special appointments, please call 912-441-6855.

Rebecca Weyenberg Appointed Chief Financial Officer and Controller

Rebecca joins Berkeley Hall Club as its Chief Financial Officer following an extensive career in the manufacturing industry. She is skilled at leading all aspects of the finance function with a value driven focus and a proven ability to drive change to accelerate

business growth. She has recently returned to the U.S. from an international assignment where she was responsible for designing and driving the success of global business pro-grams and processes by formulating strategy that addressed existing gaps and anticipated future requirements. She en-joys working collaboratively with all levels of management to establish strategies that deliver the desired goals for both short and longer term objectives. Becky holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Accounting from Carthage College in Keno-sha, Wisconsin. She will be relocating to South Carolina from Georgia with her husband, Tony.

Need a Document Notarized?Keith Bradley, Director of Cottage Services, (843.815.8422) and Myla Mitchell, Assistant Controller, (843.815.8414) are both commissioned by the State of SC to perform this function. They offer their services to our Members free of charge.

6

ARB Update by Wendy Wagner, ARB Administrator

2015 is proving to be another busy year for new home construction in Berkeley Hall, and there is every reason to believe that this pace will continue through this year and next. Fifteen homes are currently under construc-tion with three more plans for new home construction under review for approval by the

Architectural Review Committee (ARB). Eight different builders are presently engaged in this construction work. In total, 292 homes have been completed, which represents a community build out of nearly 53%. There have been questions raised in the past by members regarding when they are required to contact the ARB for approval before beginning a project at their home. The general rule to follow is any time you are renovating, modifying or adding to the exterior of your home including all landscaping and painting. Approval is not required for landscape maintenance such as replacing dead or diseased material or adding items to existing plant beds. Any statuaries and yard decorations such as bird baths, statues, fountains and decorative planters that are taller than 36” must meet with ARB approval before they are placed in your yard. The ARB office is also responsible for approving tree removal and enforcement of the ARB Standards and the Covenants and By Laws for Berkeley Hall. Dead, damaged or diseased trees are required to be removed on improved, as well as, unimproved lots. The removal is the responsibility of the property owner. If you are concerned about any trees on your property that you feel should be removed, please contact the ARB for their approval. The ARB will be glad to assist with scheduling the removal. The ARB meets on the first and third Tuesday of each month. Complete sub-mittals and any applicable submittal fees must be received one week prior to the meeting to be placed on the meeting agenda. Incomplete submittals will not be reviewed. The ARB office is located in the clubhouse, and we encour-age Members to stop by with any questions. For new members who have re-cently purchased a lot or home in the community, please contact me for a copy of the complete ARB Standards. I can be reached at 843.815.8443 or email wwagner@berkeleyhallclub.com for assistance. I look forward to hearing from you!

Danny Malone, Certified Golf Course Superintendent Announces his RetirementIt is with great regret that we announce the pendingretirement of Danny Malone after twelve years of service to Berkeley Hall. During his tenure, he has always maintained the standards for excellent course conditions and beautiful landscaping of the common grounds throughout the community. In so doing, he has trained and directed a team of employees who are now skilled at what they do, and capable of main-

taining that standard of excellence in his absence. He is a true profession-al and friend to us all and will truly be missed. We wish Danny a happy retirement and thank him for the years of devoted service to Berkeley Hall. Danny’s last day will be Friday, July 17. A plan to replace his position will be communicated to you in the coming weeks.

Berkeley Hall Club is in The Palm of your Hand Berkeley Hall’s Mobile Website lets you catch up on the latest club news, view calendars, RSVP for events, access the member directory, view and pay your bill, view photos from recent events....and much more!

Check it out from your smartphone by accessing: http://members.berkeleyhallclub.com.

July 4th Signature Celebration Our 7th Annual Signature 4th of July Celebration plans to be another full week of activities for the entire family. All reservations can be secured online at www.BerkeleyHallClub.com or through Concierge Services at 843.815.8494. We look forward to hosting this very special signature event for every Member of Berkeley Hall! For Tennis & Golf Reservations, please call directly 843.815.8985 (Tennis) and 843-815-8444 (Golf).

EvEnt SchEdulESUNDAY, JUNE 2810am-4pm Sunday Brunch

4-6pm Audi tESt drivE for Charity The dealership will donate $25 to the Berkeley Hall Charitable Foundation for each test drive that afternoon. Come take one for a spin before Pub Night!

5-6:30pm Happy Hour, Tap Room

5-8pm Pub night, Tap Room & Mixed Grille A la Carte casual dining with Build Your Own Burger, Ultimate Nachos, and more Pub Favorites, plus new Local and Craft Beer Selections

MONDAY, JUNE 299-11am Guided Kayak Trip of the scenic Okatie River, $30/per person {includes cooler of waters}

11am-3pm Lunch Service in the Tap Room and Spa Center Bistro

TUESDAY, JUNE 30

9:30am-3pm Kids All-American Day Camp Nothing but fun and games for this summer favorite! Includes camp favor, snacks, lunch, beverages, crafts and instruction. $59 per child, per day

10-11am Complimentary Adult Golf Clinic, Learning Center

10am, 2pm, 4pm Guided Pontoon Boat Cruises of the Okatie River {includes cooler of sodas and waters}

$35/adult, $20/child {11 and under} {Minimum of 6 passengers required}

11am-3pm Lunch Service in the Tap Room and Spa Center Bistro

5-8pm Dinner Service in the Tap Room, a la carte

WEDNESDAY, JULY 1 9:30am-3pm Kids All-American Day Camp Nothing but fun and games for this summer favorite! Includes camp favor, snacks, lunch, beverages, crafts and instruction. $59 per child, per day

10am, 2pm Guided Pontoon Boat Cruises of the Okatie River {includes cooler of sodas and waters}

$35/adult, $20/child 12 and under {Minimum of 6 passengers required}

11am-3pm Lunch Service in the Tap Room and Spa Center Bistro

4pm Stars & Stripes 9-Hole Twilight Golf; Entry fee: $5 towards prizes per player

5:30pm- 8pm WElcomE luAu at the Pool Families of all ages invited for Island-inspired fare, poolside DJ music and games. Prize for best dressed family! Price: $35++ per adult, $20++ per child (11 and under)

THURSDAY, JULY 2

10am Complimentary Family Three Hole Golf Challenge Meet at the Learning Center, 15 Min Tee Times | ages 5 and up

10am, 2pm, 4pm Guided Pontoon Boat Cruises of the Okatie River {includes cooler of sodas and waters}

$35/adult, $20/child {11 and under} {Minimum of 6 passengers required}

11am-2pm bErkElEy hAll mEgA Pool PArty & All-AmEricAn cookout

*Pool Only Open for Guests of the Grand Pool Party due to Pool Occupancy Giant Water Slide, All-Day Patriotic Crafts, DJ, Trivia, Wacky Water Challenges Price: $35++ Adults, $25++ Children {11 and under}

11am-3pm Lunch Service in the Mixed Grille

5:30-9:30pm ultimAtE SPlASh night At thE Pool

Splash and Play games with kid-favorite food and poolside movie on the big screen. Ages 6-15 *children must be proficient swimmers and perform a swim test* toddlEr ZonE (inside Fitness Center) Ages 12 months to 5 years Price: $24++ per child | $15++ per toddler

5:30-9:30pm bErkElEy hAll bEAch club PArty

We’re bringing the beach to the Club! Enjoy themed cocktails at the Tiki Bar, our Margaritaville Buffet and dance the summer night away with DJ Music, and Limbo and Hula Hoop contests. Adults only (ages 16+) | Member Charge Bar Price: $35++ per adult

FRIDAY, JULY 3

8:30-9:15am Tennis: Kid’s Fun Clinic, ages 5-13 $10 per child

8:30-9:15am Tennis: Adult Clinic Complimentary

9:30-11am Tennis: Adult Round Robin Play $10 per adult

10-11am Complimentary Adults Golf Clinic, Learning Center

11am-2pm bErkElEy hAll mEgA Pool PArty & All-AmEricAn cookout

*Pool Only Open for Guests of the Grand Pool Party due to Pool Occupancy Giant Water Slide, All-Day Patriotic Crafts, DJ, Trivia, Wacky Water Challenges Price: $35++ Adults, $25++ Children {11 and under}

11am-3pm Lunch Service in the Mixed Grille

10am, 2pm Guided Pontoon Boat Cruises of the Okatie Rpiver {includes cooler of sodas and waters}

$35/adult, $20/child {11 and under} {Minimum of 6 passengers required}

1-4pm Mother-Daughter Spa Day $145 per adult, $135 per child {minimum age 12}

4-6pm Guided Kayak Trip of the scenic Okatie River, $30/per person {includes cooler of waters}

6-8pm PAStA & PrimE rib night If you’ve not tried this Sunday night favorite, come and see what you’re missing! Price: $23.95++ per person {$19.95++ for Pasta only} | $8.95++ per child {11 and under}

SATURDAY, JULY 4

7am Registration opens for Liberty Bell 5K & Fun Run

8am libErty bEll AdultS 5k Fun run, WAlk, or bikE

9am libErty bEll childrEn’S Fun run, WAlk

Following Awards Presentation & Continental Breakfast at the Clubhouse Includes T-shirt, Fresh Fruit, Home Baked Pastries, and Iced Coffee post-race Price: $30 per adult, $20 (ages 11 and under)

10am Inaugural cArt PArAdE

Departing from the main Clubhouse entry to the Fitness Center & Pool Prizes for the Most Patriotic, Most Creative and more!

10am, 2pm Guided Pontoon Boat Cruises of the Okatie River {includes cooler of sodas and waters}

$35/adult, $20/child {11 and under} {Minimum of 6 passengers required}

11am-2pm Grilling Favorites at the Pool A la Carte Lunch items hot off the Grill available pool-side Patriotic Arts & Crafts and Favors for the Kids

All Day FlAg dAy golF tournAmEnt

8:00 am to 2:00 pm Tee Times Entry fee: $10 towards prizes per player

6:30-9:30pm AnnuAl bErkElEy hAll PAtriotic cElEbrAtion

Carnival Food Stations & Fireworks Showcase **Divided Air Conditioned Clubhouse Entry based on the Member’s Last Name** Please request Seating for either the Indoors or Outdoors.

(2) Awesome Photo Booths with Wild & Crazy Costumes (4) Full Service Bar Zones {Member Charge Bar with Tickets}

For the Kids: Carvinal Events

DJ & Lighting, Celebrates July 4th at Berkeley Hall {JLK Events}

A Celebration with Music Throughout the Decades, Dancing, Show Tunes, Patriotic Songs

Price: $52.50++ adults, $37.50++ children {ages 4-11}

SUNDAY, JULY 510am-4pm Sunday Brunch

5-6:30pm Happy Hour, Tap Room

5-8pm Dinner Service in the Tap Room, a la carte

Mother’s Day brunch

Mother’s Day brunch

“Summer Fun at Berkeley 2015” Weeklong Camps

**Please Note: All camp participants must be proficient swimmers**

Monday, July 6 at 3pm, Ladies’ Locker RoomLila by Marilynne Robinson

Marilynne Robinson, one of the greatest novelists of our time, returns to the town of Gilead in an unforgettable story of a girlhood lived on the fringes of society in fear, awe, and wonder.

Lila, homeless and alone after years of roaming the countryside, steps inside a small-town Iowa church-the only available shelter from the rain-and ignites a romance and a debate that will reshape her life. She becomes the wife of a minister, John Ames, and begins a new existence while trying to make sense of the life that preceded her newfound security.

Revisiting the beloved characters and setting of Robinson’s Pulitzer Prize–winning Gilead and Home, a National Book Award finalist, Lila is a moving expression of the mysteries of existence that is destined to become an American classic. ~ Reviewed by Amazon.com

*Please Note: The Ladies Book Club will not be meeting in August, since many of its members will be away on vacation. For further information concerning the Book Club contact Wendy Hansen at hansenwendyj@gmail.com.

MMemberActivities

Book ClubThe

MMemberActivities

Finish the weekend with Casual Pub Fare a la carte, including fish, & Audi of Hilton Head will have a variety of vehicles available for exclusive test drives, directly in front of the Clubhouse for your convenience. The dealership will donate $25 to the Berkeley Hall Charitable Foundation for each test drive performed that afternoon. Take an Audi for a spin before joining us in the Pub!

PUB DININGTap Room, Mixed Grille & Verandah | 6-8pm

Don’t miss our last Pub Night of the season, with Casual Pub Fare a la carte, including Fish & Chips, Wings, and Build Your Own Burger. Enjoy Drink Specials with Buckets of Beer and Local Brews.

Reserve online or call the Concierge to make your reservation: 843.815.8494.

Pub Night *Special Edition*AUDI Test Drive for Charity

Sunday, June 28 | 4-6pm

4TH OF JULY WEEK: EVENT HIGHLIGHT**New for 2015**

Ultimate Splash Night at the PoolThursday July 2, 5:30-9:30pm; $24++/child $15++/ToddlerFor kids only! The evening starts with Splash and Play games in the pool, then they’ll dig in to their very own kid-favorite buffet. After dinner, kids of all ages will enjoy a pool-side movie on the big screen. Ages 12 months to 15 (including a Toddler Zone with dedicated counselors in the Fitness Center).

*Supervisors and Fun Coordinators by the Guardian Angels Sitting Service (Lifeguard and First Aid certified, licensed counselors) as well as members of the Berkeley Hall staff. Your kids will be in great hands for a full night of fun!

Berkeley Hall Beach Club PartyThursday July 2, 5:30-9:30pm; Member Charge Bar

Price: $35++ per adult (ages 16+) For adults only! We’re bringing the beach to the Club! Enjoy theme cocktails at the Tiki Bar, our Margaritaville Buffet and dance the night away with DJ Music on the Grand Lawn.

4-Day Camp ScheduleJuly 14-17 & July 21-24; Tuesday-Friday | 9:30am-3pm

Ages 6-11*; $225+tax per child Each weeklong camp includes tennis and golf lessons, lawn games, soccer skills, swimming, summertime crafts and more! **Only a few spots remain in each 4-Day camp. Be sure to register soon!**

Bring a bag with Sunscreen, Bathing Suit, Cover-Up and Water Shoes or Flip Flops. Children may bring own Tennis Racquet and/or Golf Clubs (or Club will

12

Follow Us on Facebook:www.facebook.com/berkeleyhallclub

Afternoon Ladies’ Canasta and Hand & FootEvery Monday from 1-3pm, Mixed Grille

Ladies’ Canasta is scheduled for every Monday from 1-3pm in the Mixed Grille. There is no need to sign-up - just plan on attending. If you have Canasta cards please bring them. Lessons will be given to anyone not familiar with the game. Please contact JoAnn Slezak at 843.757.0918 or email jobird154@ hotmail.com.

Ladies’ Bridge Every Wednesday at 1pm, Ladies’ Locker Room

All Members and their guests are welcome to attend. The group plays four-hand rubber bridge, and cards and tallies are provided. For more information, please call Jo Stephenson at 843.815.2115 or email srjomomma@aol.com. Lunch is optional.

Evening Mah Jongg, Hand & Foot and CanastaEvery Wednesday at 7pm, Mixed Grille

Players of all skill levels are welcome to join in the fun. If you would like to learn to play the game or would like to participate in the Wednesday night game, please contact Teresa Gannon at 843.706.2219, or email teresagannon1@gmail.com for more information.

Afternoon Mah JonggEvery Friday at 2-4pm, Ladies’ Locker Room

Afternoon Mah Jongg will be held every Friday at 2pm in the Ladies’ Locker Room. Please contact Teresa Gannon at 843.706.2219, or email tggabby@aol.com for more information.

Men’s Bible StudyEvery Wednesday at 3:30pm, Fazio Room

Men’s Bible Study group meets every Wednesday at 3:30pm in the Fazio Room of the Learning Center. All Members are welcome. For further information, please contact Hal Sutton {halsutton1@gmail.com} or Don McGeorge {dmcgeorge@hargray.com}.

Ladies’ Bible StudyEvery Tuesday at 3:30pm, Fazio Room

Ladies’ Bible Study group meets every Tuesday at 3:30pm in the Fazio Room. All Members are welcome. For more information, please contact Angie McGeorge at 843.505.0245 {amcgeorge@outlook.com} or Susie Sutton at 406.670.7900 {ssutton57@gmail.com}.

MMemberActivitiesMMemberActivities

Summer Art Class with Margi HersheyTuesday, July 14 & Tuesday, August 11 12pm-2:45pm; Ladies’ Locker Room Lunch followed by Personal Instruction Art Class. Lunch Selection by individual charge with a la carte menu. $55 per art class, payable to Margi Hershey. Limited to (6) Artists. Please sign up with the Concierge or register online.

Thursday, August 13; 6-8pmMixed Grille Dining Room

$45++ per person, includes one 1½ lb. Steamed Lobster and Buffet$35++ per person, includes Buffet only.

Tie on the bib and get crackin’! We’re flying in the freshest lobsters to your tableside for this special dinner event. Make it a true “surf and turf” with our Flank Steak Carving Station and a buffet of accompaniments,

including warm buttered rolls, baked potatoes, corn on the cob and more. Reservations Required: Online or call 843.815.8494.

THURSDAY, JULY 23; 6-8PM$30++ per person {max. of 50pp}; Mixed Grille

BEER CHAMPANGE TASTING& SUMMER BUBBLES

No better way to cool off this summer! Sip and learn as we pour for you the many wonderful varieties of beer and champagne styles. Enjoy light hors d’oeuvres designed to complement each selection.

The Burgundy Apron In-Home Dinner Menu

Coming To Your Home This Summer!Fresh meals prepared by our culinary team and ready to serve in your home! The menu of dinner options will include family favorites, as well as a Dinner Feature changed up each week.

Orders will be ready for pick-up from the Club in as little as 60-90 minutes (call from 11am up to 7pm), Wednesday through Sunday. Menu to be published soon!

13

Evening Canasta and Hand & FootEvery Wednesday at 7pm, Mixed Grille

Players of all skill levels are welcome to join in the fun. If you would like to learn to play the game or would like to participate in the Wednesday night game, please contact Marsha Levin at 843.757.2801, or email marslev@aol.com for more information.

Whether an intimate gathering or an extravagant celebration, we can make your special occasion the “Experience of a a Lifetime.” For additional information, please contact Ashleigh Whitmore

at 843.815.8493 or awhitmore@berkeleyhallclub.com.

Tournament Dates July 9-12, 2015

The Players Amateur By Steve Wilmot, RBC Heritage Tournament DirectorThe Heritage Classic Foundation is looking forward to conducting the 16th Annual Players Amateur at Berkeley Hall Club July 9-12. We hope you will choose to support the event

by playing in the Wednesday Shootout that pairs you with a Players Amateur contestant for a fun competition. It is a great day filled with friends, food, spirits and exceptional golf. It is open to both men and women and it is a chance to meet some outstanding young men from all over the world. It is the major fundraiser for the Players Amateur. Funds raised from the Wednesday Shootout will be distributed to nonprofits in Southern Beaufort County.Please also consider joining the 2-Club by pledging $2 for every “two” made during the competition rounds. In 2014, 135 twos were made, enabling $18,000 to be distributed to five outstanding nonprofit organizations: Bluffton Self Help, Hospice Care of the Lowcountry, Berkeley Hall Charity Cup, Boys and Girls Club of Bluffton and the South Carolina Junior Golf Foundation.The Heritage Classic Foundation was formed in 1987 as a 501 (c)(3), not-for-profit organization. It serves as the operational and financial oversight group for the RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing and The Players Amateur. Since the Foundation began, it has donated more than $31 million to universities, charities and medical institutions across South Carolina and Georgia.The Players Amateur is recognized as one of the premier amateur events in the country. Many of its past participants have become successful on the professional level. Rickie Fowler, Ben Curtis, Bill Haas, Brian Harman and Camilo Villegas are all past champions who have also won PGA TOUR titles. There were 30 Players Amateur graduates who competed in the 2015 RBC Heritage. Together they have close to $200 million in career earnings.We would like to thank you once again for opening Berkeley Hall to the Players Amateur. It is a wonderful event to showcase your beautiful community, your excellent staff and your unparalleled golf amenities. We would also like to thank those of you who have already volunteered your homes and your time to the event. We couldn’t do it without you! Please choose to be a part of the 2015 Players Amateur at Berkeley Hall.

Steve Wilmot

Steve WilmotTournament Director RBC Heritage

About Heritage Classic Foundation: The mission of the Heritage Classic Foundation is to provide the highest quality PGA TOUR golf event that generates significant economic impact and promotion for South Carolina while contributing funds for local charitable causes that enhance the quality of life of all. Since it was founded as a 501 (c)(3) in 1987, the Foundation has donated more than $23 million to people in need. For more information, call 843.671.2448 or visit rbcheritage.com.

14

2015 Players Amateur Fact SheetDATES: July 9-12, 2015LOCATION: Berkeley Hall Club Bluffton, SCFIELD: 78-82 PlayersFORMAT: 72 holes of stroke play CUT: Low 40 and TiesWINNER: Receives Exemption into 2016 RBC Heritage Presented By BoeingDEFENDING CHAMPION: Scott Vincent ( Virginia Tech) PAST CHAMPIONS: Hunter Stewart (Vanderbilt), Daniel Nisbet (Australia), Corbin Mills (Clemson), Kevin Tway (Oklahoma State), Bud Cauley (Alabama), Mark Anderson (South Carolina), Rickie Fowler (Oklahoma State), Johnathan Moore (Oklahoma State), Brian Harman (Georgia), Aron Price (Georgia South-ern), Camilo Villegas (Florida), Bill Haas (Wake Forest), Michael Sims (Austrail-ia), Ben Curtis (Kent State)NOTABLE ALUMNI: Lucas Glover, J.B. Holmes, Billy Horschel, Dustin John-son, Chris Kirk, Matt Kuchar, Marc Leishman, Troy Matteson, Patrick Reed, Kyle Stanley, Johnson Wagner, Nick Watney, Ben Martin, Michael Thompson, Justin Thomas. TOURNAMENT COORDINATOR: Andy McMillen

Did You Know?• 2014 Players Amateur Champion Scott Vincent became the first Players Amateur winner playing on this exemption in the RBC Heritage to make the cut. He shot Even for the tournament and finished Tied for 64th Place. He had a great following of Berkeley Hall members and supporters, including his host housing family of Steve & Anne Stinson.

• 2007 Players Amateur Champion Ricky Fowler won the 2015 Players Championship this year.

• 30 Players Amateur Alumni Participated in the 2015 RBC Heritage. Those Players have earned over 200 Million dollars in their career.

• According to the Scratch Players Amateur Tournament Rankings, the Players Amateur was ranked 15th in the world for 2014 based on the ranking of its Players competing in the event.

Richy Werenski’s “Big Break” Win Earns Exemption at PGA’s Barbasol Championship

Berkeley Hall’s Richy Werenski, Member of the Web.com Tour defeated Justin Martinson, 2 and 1, in the championship match of the Golf Channel’s “Big Break ~

The Palm Beach Series” in March to earn an exemption into the PGA TOUR’s Barbasol Championship. The Barba-sol Championship is scheduled to be played July 16-19. He closed out the final match by nearly holing his tee shot on the par-3, 17th hole at PGA National’s Champion Course, then holed the 5-foot birdie putt to beat Martinson.“I just thought of my parents and everything they’ve done for me. I can’t wait for them to see this,” said Werenski, who completed his college career at Georgia Tech in 2014. He played in the Players Amateur in 2011 and 2012, and that year won the 2012 Porter Cup, one of the most prestigious titles in amateur golf. In 2014, he joined Berkeley Hall as an Aspiring Professional and won three times on the Carolinas Tour while competing on “The Big Break” and earning his playing card on the Web.com Tour. Following his win he stated, “I’m through the roof right now.... I thought I was good enough to win the “Big Break,” and I knew if I just played my game, I would have a really good chance. Now I feel that much better about my game.” Early into the Web.com Tour schedule, he is presently No. 75 on the Web.com Tour money list ($31,936) having made the cut in six of his first 10 starts highlighted by a T11 at the Rex Hospital Open at TPC Wakefield Plantation in Raleigh, NC.

Harrison Shih Qualifies for the Players Amateur

Berkeley Hall Member Harrison Shih earned a spot in the 2015 Players Amateur field last month by winning the 36-hole qualifying event held for our Members. He posted scores of 70, 71 (141), which

was 3-under par for this stroke play event. Harrison is the son of Andrew and Eleanor Shih of Saddle River, NJ who joined Berkeley Hall as National Members in January, 2015. Harrison is a student-athlete at Columbia University and enters his senior year with a major in Political Sci-ence. He is a Co-Captain of their Men’s Golf Team and President of their Student-Athlete Advisory Committee, responsible for organizing community service events on campus. In 2014, the Columbia University Golf Team won the Ivy League Championship, and for the 2nd consecutive year, he was selected to the All-Ivy and All-Northeast Region Section Teams. We wish him the very best in this year’s tournament.

15

NEWS & NOTESNew in the golf shop for this summer are a unique selection of ladies off course items. From Peter Millar we have cover ups and bags for the beach or pool along with great ladies casual shoes and tunic tops. The busy Fourth of July Week will include some

new casual golf events. Wednesday, July 1, we have Twilight Golf Thursday, July 2, Family 3-Hole Challenge and the traditional Flag Tournament on the Fourth.

We look forward to hosting the Players Amateur the following week beginning on Tuesday. Member and Guest golf will be available on Monday, July 6.

Ladies CornerNew for the summer - Ladies Beginner Summer Learning Series - We will provide instruction and on course learning opportunities twice monthly on Wednesday’s 10-11am, July 15, 29 and August 5 and 19. In addition, 3-Hole Ladies Golf will begin in July as a great way to get started in the game. Check with the Golf Shop for more details.SAVE THE DATE: The Ladies Fall Invitational will be Wednes-day-Friday, October 28-30. The Ladies Golf Advisory Committee has expanded the golf and social activities to create a great event. The Invitational entry fee is $375.

RECIPROCAL PROGRAMThe popular Reciprocal Program continues through mid-September at most clubs. This program was established to give members and guests a chance to experience different courses throughout the Lowcountry during the summer months. Please contact the Golf Shop for information the participating clubs as well as rates and availability. We will be happy to help you book your times..

PACE OF PLAYContinuing our series on improving our pace of play to reach our goal of “under 4.”

TIP #4 – When sharing a cart, use a buddy system. Don’t wait in the cart while your cart mate hits and drive to your ball. Get out and walk to your ball with a few clubs and your yardage finder. Be ready to play when it is your turn, and then let your cart mate pick you up. Or, drive to your ball after you drop your cart mate off, and then pick him or her up after you hit. PLAY READY GOLF!!

GGOLF

The Golf Corner Will Hutter, Director of Golf Handicaps Are All About

Statistics You Can Understand (Part #2)Second Article in a Three Part Series on Understanding Handicaps

Last time, I posed the question, “What are the odds of a playing competitor playing ten shots better than their handicap on any given day”? I also asked what you thought the odds were of “simply playing to your handicap?” Let’s review a few points and then jump into the answers.

Recall that you have a USGA handicap index and you use that index along with the USGA Slope for a particular course to come up with your course handicap for that course on that day. So, if you went to a short executive course with your 13.5 handicap index, your course handicap might be 12, but if you played the black tees on the North course, your handicap in a match there is 17.

If your course handicap one day is 17 and the rating for the course is 71.9, that means your score would be 89 if you shot your handicap. Well, how often are you supposed to do that? Most people feel that they should be shooting their handicap most of the time, but that is false. The math behind the handicap system is such that you are supposed to shoot your handicap only one time every five rounds. That means you are supposed to be over your handicap 80% of the time. Shooting your handicap is an accomplishment. Here is some more interesting math about handicaps.

• You should average about three shots above your handicap, and you will be within three shots of that threshold 50% of the time. Said another way, ½ of your scores will be between your handicap and six shots above your handicap.

• The odds of somebody with a handicap in the range of 13 to 21 shooting 10 shots below their handicap are 1 in 37,000 (odds are even worse if your handicap is lower). If you are playing against somebody with the course handicap of 17 that I described above and he or she shoots 79, it is beyond a good round; it is newsworthy The odds of a golfer getting a hole-in-one are 1 in 12,500, so you should actually get three holes in one before shooting 10 shots below your handicap.

• The odds of somebody shooting well below their handicap two rounds in the last 20 are very small. The odds of a 15-handi capper shooting 6 shots and 8 shots better than their handicap in their last 20 rounds are about 1 in 7,249. Tables provided by the USGA suggest this performance means the player is actually a 12-handicap and not 15.

All of this might leave you thinking there is almost no way to shoot your handicap. It is true that you’re not supposed to shoot it often, so beating it by a little is quite an accomplishment, beating it by a lot is extraordi-narily unusual, and beating it by more than 3-5 strokes twice in the last 20 rounds gets people talking about your handicap. There are times, however, when you will legitimately do better. Some of those might be when you have been playing poorly and dedicate yourself to lessons, practice and on course changes, when you have had medical issues that are resolving themselves, and other unusual times before you reach a new steady state of handicap. Of course, it’s also possible that your handicap might be wrong, and we should consider how that might be. Let’s leave that to the next article, but the tease is that it has little to do with math.

16

Chechessee Creek Club

Preparing the North Course for the Players Amateurby Bob Ring, Director of Member Services

When the best amateur golfers in the world arrive at Berkeley Hall to compete in this year’s 16th Annual Players Amateur Golf Tournament, we can be certain of one thing - Danny Malone, our Golf Course Superintendent and his Staff will have the North Course in magnificent condition. This is what Members have come to expect, whether it’s tournament week or just another day on the golf course. There is no difference in his approach to maintain immaculate conditions. So, then what will be different in the way he prepares the North Course to chal-lenge the contestants and ensure that the best in the field that week are rewarded for their skills?

Tom Fazio constructed two very unique and challenging courses at Berkeley Hall. Both the North and South golf courses were designed to offer players a unique golfing experience by placing home sites around the perimeter of each course. In doing so, he eliminated the potential for an additional 200 home sites that are typically found lining fairways at most every other golf community. Both golf courses are commonly referred to as “core golf courses”, which describe the golfing experience as, “a walk in the park, rather than a ride through a subdivision.”

The challenge Danny faces in preparing the course is not one of main-tenance, but rather how it should be set up to adjust for the impact that new equipment has on Fazio’s original design. As Danny points out, “When Fazio designed the North Course back in 2001, the landing area from the tee box to the fairway was designed to be 266 yards. Today, it measures 298 yards which obviously results in these courses playing much shorter for the average player than was originally intended.” To adjust for this development, he will be working closely with the Tournament Committee to make certain adjustments so the course is a fair test of golf to these top amateurs.

The design of the North Course will only require minor adjustments to present a challenge to these highly skilled competitors. It starts with firmer and faster green speeds. As he explained, “We aerified the greens on the North Course in May which allowed sufficient time for the greens to harden, and hard greens make every approach shot much more difficult.” Green speeds will also increase with frequent mowing. The greens typi-cally mowed once each morning for our members. During tournament week, the greens are typically mowed twice a day, both morning and afternoon and rolled each time. The reading on a Stimpmeter used to calculate the speed of a putting green during the Players Amateur will be increased to 12-13 feet compared to the set up for normal member play which is 11-12 feet.

Attention will also be paid to how the tee markers are positioned to require a tee shot to move left to right or right to left. The tee boxes may also be ad-justed to present players with greater risk-reward strategies. For example, the tee markers on hole #12, North Course can be moved forward to tempt the golfers on this 337 yard par-4 to try and drive the hole, and bring into play the water hazards adjacent to the green.

Finally, one of the most important adjustments to be made is pin place-ment. The design of the greens on the North Course offer tournament officials the opportunity to set challenging pin placements that will

change a golf course from playing easy to quite difficult for these aspiring professionals. For example; Hole #18, a par-4 that measures 500 yards, leaves the players with an ap-proach shot of roughly 200 yards to a green where the pin is placed to the back right hand side of the green adjacent to the water and be-hind a bunker. With the new tee box that has been constructed to lengthen this hole, along with such a difficult pin placement, it may well prove to be a defining moment. We hope you’ll look for the minor adjustments Danny will be making to the course to challenge the skills of these top world ranked amateurs.

Hole #5 ~ North CoursePreparations for this year’s Players Amateur

17

Ornamental trees such as live oaks on your property are considered an asset to enhancing the value of your property. Live oaks are considered a historical part of the Lowcountry and present the image folks have when thinking of the South. For good reason, we give these trees special care and attention for them to thrive. However, maintaining your landscape in areas that have a great deal of shade can be very troublesome to homeowners. If there is a downside to having these types of trees on your property, it’s that people are accustomed to seeing lush green grasses, and southern grasses require full sun. The shaded areas surrounding large oaks prevent a lawn from ever growing thick and lush. Re-sodding an area where there is a considerable amount of shade would only be a temporary solution, for it will soon thin out to its previous condition. The condition of unsightly turf in shaded areas is further exacerbated by the prevalence of other disease pathogens that favor a shade environment.

It’s hard to understand why shade is an issue during the summer months when the sun is directly overhead, but as we transition out of summer, the sun will change its position by more than 40 degrees. This gradual change in the position of the sun can have dramatic effects on your turf. Any obstruction from the sun’s rays that creates shade - from a simple shrub to a permanent building structure – can damage sun loving plants. The best way to adapt to a growing tree is to look to the future before planting, as roots can also inhibit potential plant-ings under the tree’s canopy. You may also want to consider removing grass and extending mulch beds around a tree to cover the areas. Several commonly used groundcovers that are shade tolerant include liriope, philodendron, and Asiatic jasmine. In the Lowcountry, we also have a handful of highly adaptable shrubs that can withstand a variety of conditions and will continue to thrive as a tree matures. This is why most homes are landscaped with a combination of shrubs including viburnum, ligustrum, boxwood and loropetalum. Unfortunately, in many instances, we must realize that the beauty of live oaks will require some thoughtful planning when working on your landscape.

The Shade Conundrum by Kayne Hoecht, Community Maintenance Supervisor

Anne Hipp, Janet Garrity, Suzanne Allen, Roz Von Der 2015 Women’s One-Day Member~Guest Winners

TOURNAMENT RESULTS & NEWS

1ST PLACE ~ 132Suzanne AllenRoz Von Der LindenJanet GarrityAnne Hipp

2ND PLACE ~ 137Marian GreenCarolyn CubleyBette TaylorEdie Staib

3RD PLACE ~ 138Elaine BeringhauseDiane MyersDiana HaranLuci Schey

4TH PLACE ~139Ellen SchraederJane TaussigHaila WilsonJanet White

Women’s one-Day member~Guest

1ST PLACE NET (W)Sue Todd ~ 27**

2ND PLACE NET (W) Bonnie Caldwell ~ 27**

1ST PLACE GROSS (W)Julie Grime 30

1ST PLACE NET (M)Kenny Baker ~ 25

2ND PLACE NET (M)Peter Knobel ~ 26**1ST PLACE GROSS (M) Jeff Grime ~ 29

PLAYERS DRAFT1st ~ Jeff Grime 2nd ~ Peter Knobel3rd ~ Jimmy McCarthy

Masters Par 3 & Players Draft

Men’s spring MeMBer~guesTThe 2015 Spring Member Guest was played during Heritage week and included a VIP trip for all the players to the tournament. The participants received transportation, event tickets, complimentary food and beverages for the Friday afternoon round. It was a very unique way to enjoy an afternoon at a Member-Guest event.

OVERALL CHAMPIONS STEVE RAMSBY & TONY INGERSOLL

Berkeley Hall FlightWINNER George Pace & Jeff Fleishman 132Runner-up Rich Forde & Duke Reeds 133

Heritage FlightWINNER David Tallcott & Ron Seagraves 135Runner-up Schmitz & Mike Schwartz 136

Lighthouse FlightWINNER Dondi Wall & Tim Wiebe 130Runner-up Marty Coyne & Bob Cabot 132

HOLE-IN-ONE-NEWSRandy Wright April 15 #16 South Steve Parker May 24 #11 South

2015 Charity Cup 2015 Memorial Day Weekend Event

2015 Charity Cup 2015 Memorial Day Weekend Event

George Pace & Jeff Fleishman 2015 Member~Guest Berkeley Hall Flight Winners

Steve Ramsby & Tony Ingersoll2015 Member~Guest Berkeley Hall Flight Winners

LOW NET ~ 102Pat & Terri AnnessaGene & Ellen SchraederOfficer Jeff Bird, BPD

2ND NET ~ 109Jim McCarlJeff HoffmanReggie GriffinEd SellersLt. Charlie Shepperd, USN

LOW GROSS ~ 130Bill Schollins Randy Smith Richard Rothbard Diana Haran Lcpl Austin Cooper, USMC

2ND GROSS ~132Jeff & Julie GrimeSteve & Lori DelaneyChief Joey Reynolds, BPD

Charity Cup

UPCOMING TOURNAMENTSFourth of July Golf Events July 1-4Players Amateur July 7-12Nine & Dine July 31PGA Par 3 & Players Draft August 12Mixed Golf August 23Men’s One Day Member~Guest September 23North-South Challenge October 10Men’s Invitational October 14-17Women’s Invitational October 28-30The “HAIG” Two-Day Member~Member November 6-7Senior Club Championship November 20-21Club Challenge December 3-5

MEN’S DIVISION

ChampionshipRyan McBee ~ 151David Nudds ~ 153 Toshi Hirata ~ 155

Middle FlightRich Ulbrich ~ 75Chuck Atkins ~ 74Tom Morgan Sr. ~ 72

Final FlightBob McCurdy ~ 40Bob Pointon ~ 37RJ Stephenson ~ 36

Club ChampionshipWOMEN’S DIVISION

ChampionshipMaggie Leef 150Donna Stamey 161Susie Sutton 171

First FlightJulie Grime ~ 70Ellen Schraeder ~ 61

NET1st ~Mike & Linda Gettings ~ Jack & Diana Haran

2nd ~ Steve & Lori Delaney ~ Hal & Susie Sutton3rd ~ Greg & Donna Stamey ~ Rick & Denise Frame

GROSS1st ~ Steve & Lori Delaney ~ Hal & Susie Sutton2nd ~ Greg & Donna Stamey ~ Rick & Denise Frame

Couples MeMber~MeMber

Mike & Linda Gettings, Diana & Jack Haran 2015 Couples Member~Member 1st Place Net

Maggie Leef 2015 Club Championship Women’s Division Winner

CPW Ladies Field 2015 Clinic-Play-Wine Event

Ryan McBee 2015 Club Championship Men’s Division Winner

Steve & Lori Delaney, Susie & Hal Sutton2015 Member~Guest Berkeley Hall 1st Place Gross

*Championship Flights: Stroke Play All other Flights: Stableford Scoring

20

Llearningcenter

I believe that for many years, I have misunder-stood the importance of wrist angles throughout the golf swing. The most important part of any golf swing is the player’s abil-ity to manage the face angle relative to the club path, and wrists are integral in positioning the clubface properly throughout the swing.

I have come to realize that wrist angles are more important than grip position/angles. I see far too many golfers with very strong grips who slice the golf ball! If you’d like to hit draws (and you should) then you need the clubface closed relative to the path and a bowed lead wrist throughout the swing will do wonders in enabling you to hit those lovely, baby draws.

If you study the above photograph you’ll see four very different, and very func-tional looks regarding wrist angle at the top of the backswing. Due to the fact that most golfers slice the ball, I would encourage all slicers and faders to work towards emulating Dustin Johnson (far right) in their practice. I’m not saying that with a bowed left wrist you are guaranteed to hit draws, but it does allow for functional options regarding shot shape.

I share with you this message from my friend and fellow teacher Joe Mayo:

“When one embraces the idea that a functional face to path relationship is the bottom line of the golf swing, it allows them to let go of positional golf instruction, and the veil of confusion of how great swings of the past and present actually work is lifted.”

The golf swing really does not have to have a certain appearance in order to function - it simply needs a predictable face to path relationship. And the wrist angles are vital in managing this relationship.

JULY TOPICFriday, July 3 Scoring ShotsTuesday, July 7 Putting Friday, July 10 WedgesTuesday, July 14 Fairway WoodsFriday, July 17 Sand PlayTuesday, July 21 DrivingFriday, July 24 Practice to ImproveTuesday, July 28 Scoring ShotsFriday, July 31 Irons

Complimentary Swing ClinicsEvery Tuesday & Friday; 10-11am

The Importance of Wrist Angles in the Golf Swing

with Andrew Rice, Director of Instruction

The challenge for most golfers is to stay on plane and hit with power. Since both arms are used when swinging a club, many players will have trouble when they focus on pulling their lead arm into the ball. This move causes their arms to swing away from your body, and drags the clubhead through the ball instead of swinging through the hitting area with a great deal of speed. This usually results in making poor contact with the clubface and either slicing or hook-ing your shots. Like most things in golf, the easiest way to fix a swing fault is to simply do the opposite…so here’s an easy fix.

If you want to increase clubhead speed you must swing it faster, and what move generates more swing speed, a pull or throw? Imagine a short stop throwing a baseball side arm over to second base, or skipping a stone across a lake. The trail arm is used to throw the object around your body with speed. When related to the golf swing, it’s an inward throwing motion. In fact, Ben Hogan was quoted in saying that in the downswing he wished he had 3 right hands.

The perfect swing requires a golfer to be on plane, which means returning the club back to its original starting position at address. The only way to do this for a right hand golfer is to use their right hand and arm. The more you pull with the left side, the more the club face is held open resulting in either a slice or hook.

As the illustrations will show, the easiest way to remain on plane is to take your right arm and throw it around your body with maximum speed, allowing the right hand to release at impact. A good example is to think of throwing an object or delivering an overhand serve in tennis. At the fin-ish of the swing, the right hand will be extended over the left with its palm facing the ground. This is the same motion in the downswing that will deliver the clubhead to the ball on plane and with power. The right arm stays close to your body and elbow travels behind your right hip rather than resting to its side.

Use Your Trailing Arm to Stay on Plane and Hit with Power

with Krista Dunton, Senior Golf Instructor

AUGUST TOPICTuesday, August, 4 WedgesFriday, August 7 DrivingTuesday, August 11 How to PracticeFriday, August 14 PuttingTuesday, August 18 Short GameFriday, August 21 IronsTuesday, August 25 Sand ShotsFriday, August 28 Driving

JulyACTIVITIES

KayakingNo Charge

Guided Kayak and Paddle Board Tours

Mondays 9-11amFridays 3-5pm

$30/person

Okatie River Sunset Boat Cruises

Every Tuesday & Wednesday 3-5pm

$35/adult; $20/child (*Under 12yrs old)

*24-hour advance reservations are required for the Kayak Nature Tour

and Sunset Cruises.

ACTIVITIES

KayakingNo Charge

Guided Kayak and Paddle Board Tours

Mondays 9-11amFridays 3-5pm

$30/person

Okatie River Boat Cruises

Every Tuesday & Wednesday 3-5pm

$35/adult; $20/child (*Under 12yrs old)

*24-hour advance reservations are required for the Kayak Nature Tour

and Sunset Cruises.

Aug

Schedule of Fees

KAYAKING

On Your Own No Charge

Scheduled Tour$30 per person

BOAT CRUISE

Scheduled Tour$35 per person

Private $140 (min of 2 hrs)

RRiverPark

21

Summer is the season when the Okatie is at its prime. The Mullet and Menhaiden are in large schools, constantly on the run from wide smiling dolphins. By the oyster rakes you can hear the Shrimp crackle on the water as they attempt to evade the Trout and Redfish that feed on them. The tidal creeks are alive with plants and animals that are waiting for you to discover them.

Our tidal estuaries are becoming more and more an ecological gem. Plants and animals coexist in this tightly knit circle of life driving a pulse that can only be fully appreciated by taking part in observing its grandeur. The Okatie not only is full of local history, but is commonly also a spectacular example of the tidal marsh ecology. Protected Wood Storks, Royal Terns, and Oyster Catchers are just a few of the birds you can expect to see, so bring your binoculars and telephoto lenses.

The diversity of the tidal marsh ecology is dependent on conservation efforts. These efforts require conscious participation in order to understand the complexities of the life cycle. Outings are a great way to unite family with nature in a relaxed, controlled environment while entertaining and educating. The River Park invites you to many opportunities to discover this gem for yourself.

Guided Kayaking & Paddle Boarding ToursMondays, 9am-11am; Fridays, 3-5pm

Certified Naturalist, Captain Eric, accompanies you on a 2-hour guided kayak or paddle board tour of the Okatie River. The cost is only $30 per person with water and sodas included.

Sunset Cruises Every Tuesday and Wednesday, 3-5pm

Spend an afternoon soaking in the natural wonders and beauty of the Lowcountry. Captain Eric will travel with you into the salt marshes to view the wildlife which includes dolphins, egrets and a variety of birds in their natural habitat. The cost is $30 per person for adults and $20 for children under 12. Members are encouraged to bring their coolers with refreshments (no glass containers please). Complimentary sodas and bottle water will be provided.

Private Sunset Cruises are AvailablePrivate boat cruises are also available for $140/hour (2-hour minimum). Members are encouraged to bring their coolers with refreshments (no glass containers please). Complimentary sodas and bottle water will be provided.

Please call Concierge Services at 843.815.8494 to make your reservations!

Summer Adventure at the River Park!

Captain Eric

SSPa & FITNESS

Spa & Fintess Pool

Mother~Daughter Spa DayFriday, July 3; 11am-4pm$145/Adults, $135/12-20yrsPlease call the Fitness Center at 843.815.8985 for complete details

MONDAYMat Pilates @ 9am (Nadva)

Complimentary for Members; Guests $10

Cardio Sculpt @ 10:15am (Marcia) $8/Member {unless pre-paid}; Guests $10

TUESDAYYogalates @ 4pm (Nadva)

$8/Member {unless pre-paid}; Guests $10

WEDNESDAYZumba @ 9am (Zanne)

$8/Member {unless pre-paid package}; Guests $10

Cardio Splash @ 9:30am (Marcia)$8/Member (unless pre-paid); Guests $10

Yoga @ 10:15am (Nan)Complimentary for Members; Guests $10

Tabata @ 2pm (Bryan)Complimentary for Members; Guests $10

THURSDAYMen’s Stretch @ 7:30am (Derek)$8/Member (unless pre-paid); Guests $10

FRIDAYTennis Clinic @ 9am (Mike)

$18/Member (unless pre-paid); Guests $20

Cardio Sculpt @ 9:30am (Erin)Complimentary for Members; Guests $10

Weekly Class ScheduleYoplait vs. Snickers

Which is a Healthier Option?by Bryan Coker, Certified Personal Trainer

Right about now, you are probably thinking I am going to say the Snicker bar is healthier. Otherwise, why would I be writing this article? Well let’s compare the two.

We start with calories. Yoplait yogurt gets the nod with only 170 calories; however, the Snickers is higher in calories due to its calorie dense fat grams. At first this sounds bad, but the majority of the fats in the Snickers are unsaturated and there are 0 grams of Trans Fats. Unsaturated fats are the “good-guys.” I could go on

about the benefits of Omega-3s in unsaturated fats, but that is for another article. We give the Snickers bar a point for having more beneficial unsaturated fats, but the yogurt gets another point for being lower in saturated fat.

Let’s now take a look at protein and simple carbohydrates. They both contain 5 grams of protein, which amounts to a low source of protein. Both foods con-tain over 30 grams of carbohydrates, but unless you are about to have an intense aerobic workout, this is not a positive, since simple carbohydrates cause insulin to spike and blood sugar to rise resulting in fat storage and undesired weight gain. With 31 grams in the snickers and 33 grams in the yogurt, give another nod to the Snickers bar. Finally, what makes both products a terrible food source is the refined sugar. The Snickers has a slightly low sugar count of 24 grams com-pared to 26 grams for the Yoplait. Added sugar is the single worst ingredient in the modern diet and should be avoided as much as possible. It can have harmful effects on metabolism and contribute to all sorts of diseases including diabetes, heart disease, and cancer.

If we stop making comparisons at this point, Snickers would be somewhat better for you; however, we must also consider the positive side of Yoplait. Most yogurts offer a higher source of vitamin A, vitamin D and calcium, and are also lower in sodium. Snickers, however, is a better source of iron and fiber, and is lower in cholesterol.

Confused? Let’s not miss the point of this article. Both foods are very poor choices! As a Personal Trainer who devotes his time trying to get people healthier, it is very frustrating to see companies try to market themselves as “healthy choices”! So if you are looking for help choosing a healthy snack or reading nutrition labels, please stop by the fitness center and speak to a member of our fitness staff.

Tabata ~ Wednesdays @ 2pm

22

SSPa & FITNESS

Spa MenuOF SERVICES

MASSAGETherapeutic Massage

Relaxation/Swedish MassageOne hour…. $90

90 minutes…. $125

Prenatal MassageOne hour…. $75

90 minutes…. $105

Targeted Deep TissueOne hour…. $90

90 minutes…. $12530 minutes ….. $50

(targeted area only)

Hot Stone MassageOne Hour….$95

90 minutes….. $125

ReflexologyOne hour….. $75

FACIALSEuropean FacialOne hour….. $75

Deep Cleansing FacialOne hour….. $80

Age Defying Facelift Massage75 minutes….. $90

Rejuvenation Facial MassageOne hour….. $75

FACIAL ADD-ONSFacial Peels….. $25

We are very excited to be hosting the 7th Annual Liberty Bell 5K road race for another year. It has been a huge success the past 6 years with over 120 runners, walkers, and bikers participating in the event. We encourage everyone to register regardless of your age or physical condi-tion. For adults, the 5K route will start and finish in front of the Clubhouse, and children under 10 will race on a much shorter route in front of the Clubhouse.The race will consist of separate running divisions with awards presented to both male and female participants in certain age groups. There will also be a special 5K Bike Division with a prize for the overall winner. Awards will also be presented to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place finishers in the Children’s Division.

The 5k race is scheduled to start at 8am on Saturday, July 4th followed by the kid’s race at 9am. Your bib number and t-shirts will be distributed at the Spa and Fitness Center on Friday, July 3 from 12pm-7pm and at 7:15am on Saturday, July 4th just before the start of the race. Following the race, there will be an awards presen-tation and continental breakfast provided to all the participants. Please call the Spa and Fitness Center at 843.815.8985 to register. We look forward to seeing you there!

Seventh Annual Liberty Bell 5K

The Ladies 3.0 Interclub Tennis Tournament was held on Friday, May 15. Congratulations to the Haven Team for winning the event, and a special thank goes out to all those who participated.

23

BERKELEY HALLMary Lynda BianchiJanis GatschetEllen SchraederTerri Annessa BELFAIRKay ButlerMargaret KloetKay Buckland Lin Schueler

TLC / HAMPTON HALLBarbara WardBetty MillerChris CookLin Muschlitz

THE HAVENMaggie CollinsMarge O’BrienEve HikaLeonora McCarter

MOSS CREEKSally HughesMaryAnn BromleyCaroline ThomasLinda WatsonShirley FinnRuth PrescottCatherine GhysHeather Martin

Hours of Operation

BERKELEY HALL366 Good Hope Road

Bluffton, South Carolina 29909

ClubhouseAdrian Morris 843-815-8488General Manager & Chief Operating OfficerBecky Conn 843-815-8490Human Resource Coordinator & Executive AssistantMichael Krause 843-815-8439Clubhouse ManagerBryan O’Neal 843-815-8997Facilities Maintenance Manager

Accounting Rebecca Weyenberg 843-815-8950CFO/ControllerMyla Mitchell 843-815-8414Assistant ControllerMember Billing 843-815-8953

ARBWendy Wagner 843-815-8443 ARB Administrator

Member Services Bob Ring 843-815-8423Director of Marketing & Member Services

Food & BeverageJohn Soulia 843-815-8433Executive ChefAshleigh Whitmore 843-815-8493Director of Catering & Special EventsChris Smith 843-815-8434Dining Room Manager

Front Desk Services 843-815-8494Keith Bradley 843-815-8422Director of Cottage Services

GolfWill Hutter 843-815-8440Director of GolfDanny Malone 843-815-8420Golf Course Superintendent

The Golf Shop 843-815-8444

Dining FacilitiesTap Room 843-815-8428Men’s Locker Room 843-815-8431

Gatehouse Services Ray Fleetwood 843-815-8451Director of Gatehouse Services*For Guest Passes 843-815-8451

Halfway HousesNorth 843-815-4308South 843-815-3753

Learning Center 843-815-8446Andrew Rice 843-247-4688Director of InstructionKrista Dunton 843-290-8714Senior Instructor

Spa & Fitness Center 843-815-8985Derek Lemire Spa & Fitness Center Manager

Clubhouse Dining *Note: There will be no dining in either the Mixed Grille or Tap Room on Mondays. Light lunch fare will be served in both the Men’s and Ladies’ Locker Rooms. Please call Concierge Services at (843) 815-8494 to make your reservations for Clubhouse Dining and all Special Events.

Tap RoomLunch ~ 11am to 4pm (Tuesday & Wednesday; Friday thru Sunday)Dinner ~ 5pm to 8pm (Wednesday thru Sunday)Happy Hour ~ 5pm to 7pm (Sunday thru Friday)

Mixed GrilleLunch (Thursday & Sunday) ~ 11am to 3pm, Sunday Brunch 10am to 4pmDinner ~ 6pm to 8pm (Friday, Saturday and Sunday) *Please join us on Sunday for A La Carte Brunch from 10am-4pm and Prime Rib & Pasta Night from 6-8pm.

Men and Ladies’ Locker RoomsBar Service ~ 11am to 6pm DailyLunch Fare ~ 11am to 3pm Daily

Berkeley RoomAvailable daily for private functions.

Tuscany Wine RoomAvailable daily for private functions.

Golf Shop Daily 7:30am to 5:30pm

Concierge Services Monday Through Saturday 8:30am to 5pm Sunday 8:30am to 4pm

Spa & Fitness Center Monday - Friday 6am to 7pm Saturday & Sunday 7am to 7pm

Learning Center Daily 8am to 5pm Private Instruction ~ Daily 8am to 5pm

River Park Open Daily for your use. Please contact Concierge Services for access to the locked containers for kayaking, fishing, crabbing equipment and life jackets.

Phone List