September 2020

Edgewood View Edgewood Country Club

WHERE HERITAGE & EXCELLENCE COME TOGETHER

August was another solid month for Edgewood with members using every aspect of the Club. We continue to experience above average usage on the course, our a la Carte food and beverage services continue to exceed previous years sales, and we are starting to see members increasing their usage of the fitness facility, squash courts, tennis courts, and pool. Thank you for coming out and continuing to support your Club.

As we look towards a new month, please look within this newsletter to find information on several member events we have The Edgewood Historical Society is pleased to planned: Water Aerobics has expanded to 7 days per week, Labor announce the formation of our first Day we will be hosting our annual Pool Party with a poolside charity golf outing. This charity outing will cookout and DJ, September 19th Chef Dennis is hosting a Saturday directly benefit EHS and its mission afternoon brunch, golf has our Ladies Club Championship on the to help facilitate improvements at 12th & 13th with the Men’s Club Championship soon to follow on Edgewood Country Club. the 26th & 27th, and for everyone bursting to get back on the

The Edgewood Historical Society was established squash courts, we finish off the month with the return of the at the end of 2019 as a 501C (3) annual Rust Remover Squash tournament starting on the 28th. charitable organization for the preservation of Edgewood Country Club. I have received many questions lately about our pool facility and when we will close the pool down for the winter. The best answer I Please remember that all contributions to the have is we do not have a set closing date … based on our ability to Society may be tax deductible and will go towards have “Swim at your own Risk” and knowing our pool is heated, we the preservation of our historic club. are planning on keeping the pool open throughout September and

If interested in participating in the golf outing or hopefully into October if the weather permits! to make a donation, please reach out to our General Manager In closing this month I want to remind members to think of Edgewood Country Club as the perfect place to host a personal or business event for groups of 100 people or less. Please give Brianna a call and she will guide you through the process and make certain

your event is exactly as you want it to be, while maintaining a safe Membership Special and welcoming environment.

I look forward to seeing each of you in the coming month. Join as a 35 - 39 or 40 & Over All my best, General or Clubhouse member Shane L. Honaker, CCM prior to September 30, 2020

Monthly Dues Initiation Fee Reduction Reduction

25% OFF $2500 Dues for the Reduced to remainder of ZERO We invite you to utilize our outdoor Terrace and/or indoor 2020 private rooms for all of your upcoming event needs! Let ECC take away your stress by providing food, beverage, and top of the line Up to 100 attendees For more detailed information service in a safe environment. Call Shane at (304) 343-5557 Ext. 125 For all your event planning needs, call Brianna at (304) 343-5557 ext. 114 Edgewood View

FROM THE ECC CHEF

Thank you to all of you who joined us for the wine dinner, it was a great evening enjoyed by all! I would like to invite all ECC members and families to the Labor Day pool event, and the Ladies Brunch Quiche Making event with Chef on the terrace. Make your reservation today for both events, as space is limited.

Fresh fish... it’s not difficult to work with, so don’t be intimidated. Most people we know don’t want the hassle of selecting, filleting, or preparing fresh fish at home. I think once you get comfortable with some basic tips of handling it you’ll enjoy having it more often. When selecting your fresh fish you must first buy from a reputable supplier. Look for a fish that has clear eyes, ruby red gills, and no strong fishy scent in the stomach cavity. Its flesh should be firm to the touch and not mushy. I check for a sweet, mild scent from the flesh and it should be bright and glossy. If you’re not comfortable with handling a knife to fillet the fish your supplier will gladly do this for you.

There are many various ways of preparing fish such as poaching, grilling, sautéing, and broiling. Which style you choose would depend on the type and cut of fish you have selected. This is a great time of year for outside grilling fish. To do this, select a firm, thick-cut fish such as salmon, swordfish, or tuna. A light marinade will enhance the flavor as well as help prevent your fish sticking on the grill.

Start with a clean, hot grill. Brush your racks well to remove any residue from its last use. I like to take an old, clean cloth and drizzle it with vegetable oil. Just prior to placing your fish on the grill, generously spray the fillet with vegetable spray and next rub the grill rack with the oiled cloth. Depending on the thickness of the fish a good rule of thumb would be to cook the fish about 3-4 minutes per side. It’s important not to handle the fish too much while it’s on the grill. Simply turn it once. The more you handle or prod the item the more likely it will tear or fall apart. Be careful not to overcook your fish. This will create a drier, less palatable result. That’s all there is to it! Garnish your fish with a nice fruit salsa or herbal butter and you’re ready for a delicious dinner.

Chef Dennis O. Harris, Executive Chef

DINER’S CLUB Edgewood Country Club is excited to continue the “Diner's Club" program. Receive a 20% discount on all food and beverages served at the Club after 5pm in the main clubhouse. The discount includes liquor, beer and wine served in the Member's Lounge, Randy's Grill and Ladies Brunch the Edgewood Room (the Banquets, Pool Bar and Derrick's Creek are not included). To receive the discount Saturday, September 19th all charges must be placed on the member's ECC account 11:00AM who is the Diner's Club member and there can only be one ticket and the total bill cannot be split with someone Join us for a Ladies Brunch on the Terrace, featuring that is not a member of the Diner's Club. The Diner's Club program will begin on September 1st, a Quiche Making Presentation by Chef Dennis and will be available until August 31, 2021. Cost for the program is $395+ and is a excellent opportunity for brunch menu those of you that frequently dine and entertain at 1600 Edgewood Drive. Contact Shane at the Club to enroll in House Salad with fresh Strawberries, Blueberries, this discount dining program. This Diner's Club program does not include special dining events like our Asiago Cheese. Finished with a Raspberry Vinaigrette Seafood Buffet, Family Nights, holiday buffets, meals

served in private rooms of the clubhouse or events Spinach and Parmesan Quiche . Served with Fresh Fruit scheduled and booked through Brianna Chin in our Events Department. Grand Marnier infused White Chocolate Mousse If you are currently a Diner's Club member, your membership in that program will automatically be $25.00+ extended, you must contact Shane if you wish NOT to continue with the "New Diner's Club" that begins on Reservations are Required September 1st.

Please call (304) 343-5557 or email [email protected] 304-343-5557 Edgewood View FROM THE PRO SHOP Your putter is designed to hit a ball in a straight line. Your task is to choose the right line and speed to make your straight putt go in the hole. So before you ever become a great putter you first need to learn to swing your putter to roll your ball without any side spin across a flat green on a straight line.

After you learn to hit a straight putt you have to apply the following 5 steps to sink every putt. Of course the challenge is to improve your skill in applying the following 5 steps to become a great putter.

To swing your putter correctly, rock the large muscles in your shoulders and back with locked elbows and wrists so that only your shoulders swing your putter straight through the point of impact and up your target line. To avoid pulling or pushing your putt, keep your head looking down until the ball is out of your sight. You have to practice this simple motion constantly to trust the straight roll of your putt up your target line.

1/ Read the Break: Stand on the low point of the green below your ball and appreciate the distance and speed that you need to putt.

2/ Feel It: Feel the amount of power you need to use to putt at least 12-18 inches past the hole.

3/ Choose Your Straight Target Line: In #1 you saw the break or double break. Choose your best estimate for the target line to direct your putt. Line up your body and putter to aim at a point on that straight line to start your STRAIGHT putt.

4/ Third Eye on the side of your head: Load a mental image in your brain by staring at the point that you want to reach as you extend your Straight Target Line to the distance of your putt.

5/ Visually trace a line straight back to your ball, lock your eyes on your ball, as your shoulders swing your putter back and straight up your target line.

Who knows with these tips, you could possibly win a trip to Pebble Beach in the Men’s Invitational….and if you do, I get to go!

Craig Berner PGA Head Golf Professional Edgewood Country Club

Saturday, September 26th - and - Sunday, September 27th

Tee Times and Groupings • Saturday, September 26th (1st Round) Make your own groups and own pairings

• Sunday, September 27th Tee Times will be assigned beginning at 8:30am

Format 36 holes stroke play

*There will also be a NET division* Edgewood View FROM THE PRO SHOP

For more information, contact Ryan Westerman at [email protected] Edgewood View FROM THE PRO SHOP

Thursday, October 29th Saturday, October 31st All Day Range Open Pre- Tournament Practice Rounds, Full Breakfast Served Tournament Registration (Contact Pro Shop for Tee Times) Tournament Match #4

“Stag Night” Kick-Off Party Tournament Match #5 Dinner, Open Bar, Prize Drawings and Contests Lunch Served (Golf Attire, Tournament participants only) “The Shootout” Friday, October 30th Range Opens Awards Banquet and Party Full Breakfast Served (1600 Edgewood Drive) Cocktails – 6:30 p.m. / Dinner – 7:30 p.m. Tournament Match #1 Awards Presentation and Entertainment Tournament Match #2 Members, Guests and Spouses (Country Club Casual Attire) Lunch Served

Tournament Match #3 Sunday, November 1st Welcome Reception Morning Rain Date (if necessary) OR (1600 Edgewood Drive) Preferred Tee Times for For Members, Guests and Spouses Participants and Spouses Light Hors d’oeuvres, Open Bar, Entertainment Dinner Special Available (Country Club Casual Attire)

TaylorMade Fitting Day Sunday, September 13th ECC 12pm-4pm

As always Fitting Day’s are FREE and provide a great opportunity to try before you buy.

This will be the last fitting day for the year, so do not wait reserve your spot soon they will go fast!

Appointments are mandatory. Please contact Craig at [email protected] for more details. Edgewood View FROM THE PRO SHOP

Monday, September 7th Saturday, September 26th Labor Day – Open Men’s Club Championship

Tuesday, September 8th Golf Course Closed Saturday, September 26th US Kids Golf (First Tee closed Friday, September 11th from 12:30pm-3pm) Hospice Outing (Golf Course Closed) Sunday, September 27th Saturday, September 12th Men’s Club Championship Final Ladies Club Championship Round

Sunday, September 13th th Final Round Ladies Club Monday, September 28 WVGA Senior Series Championship Congratulations Steven Travis

on your hole in one! Steven Friday, September 18th Tuesday, September 29th aced the short but tricky 3 Roane County Apple Festival Aerification Golf Course Closed 4th hole with a Pitching Outing (Golf Course Closed)

Wedge. This rare shot earned Steven close to $600 in pro Monday, September 21st Wednesday, September 30th shop merchandise. Not bad Boy Scout Golf Outing Aerification Golf Course Closed for a $5 investment! If you are Friday, September 25th not a member of the Hole in FCA Golf Outing One Blub and wish to join, (Golf Course Closed) please email Craig at [email protected]

FROM THE SUPERINTENDENT August weather was close to normal this year but we did have some high humidity. The humid weather makes the golf course a little soft and slow to firm up after rain or irrigation. The greens have a lot of ball marks especially on the fronts of all the greens. Regular topdressing with sand, monthly, can help make the greens more firm.

I would like to remind everyone that we will be aerating the greens on September 29th and 30th. The golf course will be closed these 2 days to allow us to perform this very important cultural practice.

Aerating is done to relieve compaction from foot traffic, mowing and rolling equipment. This allows air and water to enter the root zone and gives roots some room to grow which helps keep the greens looking and playing well through out the summer heat. The greens will heal quickly. They should be back to normal with aeration holes all healed in a week.

Kenny Eggleston Golf Course Superintendent Edgewood View POOL

Monday-Friday Saturday & Sunday 9:00AM-10:00AM 8:00AM-9:00AM

$5.00 per class Monthly Fee Reservations are required. $40.00 Minimum 7 reservations needed to hold Saturday and Sunday classes. Daily Fee Class will be cancelled if there are $5.00 less than 7 participants registered.

Monday-Friday 1st Block = 11:00 to 3:00 Saturday-Monday 2nd Block = 3:30 to 8:00 11:00am-7:00pm “Swim at Your Own Risk” all day Tuesday-Friday Saturday & Sundays CLOSED

1st Block = 10:00 to 1:00 If you are attending the pool Tuesday- 2nd Bock = 1:30 to 4:30 Friday, and would like to order food, 3rd Block = 5:00 to 8:00 please call the dining room at (304) Lifeguards will be staffed as 343-5557 ext. 129 to place your order. scheduling permits

Labor Day Reservations Now Open!

To access the Pool Reservation System, visit www.edgewoodcc.com

Monday, September 7th Log in as a member … if you need login Poolside Lunch Available information, please contact Shane 12:00pm-4:00pm On A PC ... On the HOME page of the website AFTER you have logged in, in the MENU CHOICES: center of the page under ‘Quick Links’ you Beef Brisket Sandwich will see a button for “Pool Reservations” BBQ Chicken Breast Sandwich On a mobile phone ... after logging in, Hamburger/Cheeseburger click “Club Calendar” Grilled Hotdogs (2) • Click on the day and time block you want • On the next screen click on “Click Here Each includes Pasta Salad, Green Bean To Register” Casserole, Baked Beans, Cookies or • Click “Save Registration” and a Watermelon Slices reservation confirmation email will be emailed to you $15.00+ Edgewood View RACQUETS AND FITNESS

A NOTE FROM THE RACQUETS & FITNESS COMMITTEE CHAIRMAN

Keith Pritchard, our Racquets Director, has chosen to return home to Calgary in order to be closer to family. While this is Monday-Friday hard news for all at ECC, we wish Keith, Melinda, Aiden, and 6:00am-12:00pm Elyse the absolute best. They will undoubtedly be missed but 4:00pm-8:00pm not forgotten. Saturday-Sunday As fall approaches it is once again time for the ECC squash Closed faithful to knock off the rust to get ready for the League. This year’s annual Rust Remover will take place the week of th rd September 28 culminating in the finals on October 3 . The Committee is hard at work to make final plans for an exciting day of squash, food and drink, and after the play is over, a squash league draft event. For those who participated in last year’s League this event will be free of charge in light of the unfortunate cancellation of the league tournament and banquet.

For those that did not participate in last year’s League, the tournament, food, and League draft festivities will be $35. So Rust Remover Tournament mark your calendar and watch for an email with further details Sept. 28th-Oct. 3rd and sign-ups for the Rust Remover very soon. Racquet Stringing Service The squash faithful asked and this year by popular demand the If interested in having your League is going back to simpler times. A time when captains set racquets strung, please contact their weekly lineups, fun spirited competition ensued, and on Jeff Sinclair at 757-652-6874. Cost one Saturday in the early spring every team had a chance to win for this service will be $35.00 it all, a win to be celebrated in style and remembered for years to come. The League will begin the week of October 12th. Pickleball One Pickleball court is open and The cost for this year’s League will be $150 per player. That available for play. If interested in includes play throughout the season (singles and/or doubles), a playing, please contact Michael to obtain the paddles and balls. piece of League merchandise, food and beverages during the tournament, and dinner at the year-end banquet. Spouses, significant others, and plus ones may attend the banquet at an additional cost of $35.

So whether you remember the simpler times, or if you want this year to be your first of many great years of squash at ECC, we want you playing in this year’s League. More details and sign- up information will be sent out very soon.

Steven Travis Racquets and Fitness Chair

For questions concerning Fitness or Racquets, please contact Michael at (304) 549-5477