April 2007 6200 N. Clubhouse Lane, Tucson, AZ 85750 Club Hits Home Run with Chelsea System Club Numbers: DESPITE SOME CONCERNS, the Chelsea tee is unavailable due to a member or scheduled time reservations system has been completed. event. Main Number In the first month of operation, Chelsea has Keep an eye out for Christine's update, 577-1400 placed nearly 80 percent of foursomes within which is published at midweek and covers a half-hour of their preferred time stated in events scheduled during the upcoming week. the booking request. And, more than 85 per- ou may not have noticed that the Golf Shop cent have been placed within an hour of their YSabino Room is now open for casual 577-4061 preferred times. member dining unless unavailable due to a I think we can say this performance is far member or scheduled event. The room fea- Tee Times better that we might have tures a permanent bar and service station as 1-866-345-4653 imagined, considering that it well as two large flat-panel televisions. was implemented at the peak Members have been asking for a venue like Tennis Shop of our season-a true test of its this for casual dining and we are pleased that capability. We can thank the we are now able to provide it. 577-4009 Golf Committee of the club, e finally have a resolution of the issue the Board of Governors, Golf Wof fivesomes on the golf courses. You Room George White Operations Committee of the may recall that late last year the Board of Reservations Alliance and Mike Strain and his staff. All Governors voted to ban fivesomes. This led 577-4056 worked hard to develop a system unique to to substantial discussion with those few who Ventana that meets our needs. It is obvious prefer to play in fivesomes, charging there Catalina Room that this work resulted in the success we are was no evidence that they were consistently 577-4075 experiencing today. slower than foursomes. In analyzing the data relating to those who Due to the objections, the Board of did not secure reservations within an hour of Governors agreed to reopen the issue. The Group Sales their preferred time, it is clear that a high per- Golf Committee requested the golf staff to 577-4088 centage tried to book a time when the course study the issue, time all groups on the mem- or courses simply were unavailable due to ber course and report their findings. After Catering member events or scheduled functions on the studying the results of the study, the Golf 577-4001 resort course. For instance, one cannot expect Committees recommended that fivesomes be to get a tee time on the morning of the sen- prohibited. Day Spa iors event unless you are planning to play in The Board of Governors reviewed the data that event. at their last meeting and voted to ask manage- 577-4080 eeping track of what is going on is eas- ment to prevent the scheduling of fivesomes. Kier than ever now that Christine Baker- We honored all fivesome bookings that were Gate House Perry has instituted a comprehensive e-mail in place at the time of the request, but no new 577-2421 weekly update of everything that is happen- booking requests are being accepted. ing at the club. The update lists all of the club Membership events as well as dining room closings and George White 577-4012 other potential conflicts with your plans. It CEO, General Manager also reports how the club has planned to accommodate your needs if your first choice Page 2 From Your Personal Concierge April is such a wonderful time in Tucson to be outdoors. MMeemmbbeerr MMiixxeerr Hard to imagine being anywhere other than our golf cours- es, tennis courts or pool, enjoying the beautiful weather. If you have a chance, ““HHaappppyy TTrraaiillss”” from March 30-April 1, visit the courtyard of the Tucson Museum of Art, and take in Friday, April 27th 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. the Spring Artisans Market. For new ideas, visit the Tucson Convention Center $18.00 ++ per person from the 13-15 for the Spring Home and Patio Show. If you haven't been to the Pima County Fair in a while, it is a great Please RSVP with Melinda at 577-4000. Arlene Corey way to spend the day, for old fashioned fun and great exhibits. The fair runs from April 19 - 29. For a nostalgic celebration of the music and life of Woody Guthrie, join his son Arlo, grandchildren and great-grand- children, on the 29th, at University of Arizona's Centennial Hall. It is one of the many great productions of UA Presents. The International Mariachi Conference performs from the 26th - 28th at the Tucson Convention Center. Ventana Vistas is published monthly by the Ventana Canyon Alliance, LLC, for members of the Ventana Why not plan a Fiesta of your own, here at The Lodge? Canyon Golf & Racquet Club. Articles are contributed Our catering department can arrange for one of the best by club members and staff. mariachi groups in Tucson to play at your event. I always look forward to having you stop by my desk for any other George White, Chief Executive Officer suggestions. I also look forward to hearing about your [email protected] favorite spots. Hope to see you soon! Christine Baker-Perry, editor Arlene Corey [email protected] Concierge Supervisor Tracey Fossatti, copy editor [email protected] Ventana Camera Club Several members have expressed interest in organiz- ing a camera club for Ventana members interested in learning more about photography and developing and improving their technical and artistic skills. Most Our Mission importantly, it should be enjoyable and fun. We are a well managed, customer focused, financially An initial meeting will be held Monday, April 16th sound and profitable business delivering a high-quality at 6:00 p.m. to determine the group's goals, organiza- club experience to our members, guests and employ- tional structure, and meeting times and frequency, ees, while adding value to the Ventana Canyon etc. Community. Ventana Camera Club activi- ties might include lectures, tips and hints, field trips, Our Board of Managers museum visits, friendly com- David Carney, chairman petitions, a newsletter, a web Taylor Payson, vice chairman site for sharing photos, etc. Andy Samet, secretary James O. Johnston, treasurer Regardless of your current photographic knowledge or skill level, you are welcomed and encouraged to Members: participate. Bruce Bellows, Travor Beste, Marylyn Canfield, Don Contact Mike Novack @ 299-5268 (or ventana.cam- Carrig, Michael M. Goode, Don Rhodes, [email protected]) if you are interested Peg Rosenquist. in participating. Page 3 Don’t Miss Our Happy Trails Mixer April starts out busy. Easter will also be featuring the Happy Sunday Brunch will feature a grand Trails Holiday Mixer on April 27. buffet with plenty of selec- This is an event you don't Congratulations! tions for everyone to choose want to miss, so please make Dritha McCoy shot an Eagle from, including a great selec- your reservations early. March 1st on #12 Mountain. tion of desserts prepared by It is my pleasure as well as our talented Pastry Chef the rest of the Culinary Team Doug Hadley shot a Hole-in- Dominique Bezila. in saying Thank You for din- One from the Black Tee of #8 Please join us for the Frank ing with us. We continue to Canyon on March 22nd. Family Wine Dinner this Chef Luzader refine our efforts in better month; it is a lot of fun, very well serving you. Your ideas, feedback Possibilities Are Endless attended, and we are looking for- and experiences have always assist- ward to seeing you there. Our theme ed in improving our efforts. Farewell to those of you who seek refuge evenings, Rib Night and Viva are from the heat elsewhere; I look forward to doing quite well. In addition, we Chef John seeing those of you who stay this summer. Please come visit me so I can help you with all of your special event planning MARK YOUR CALENDAR needs. I can assist you in plan- ning a business retreat, dinner for Ventana’s Upcoming Events: party, golf tournament, Marsha Stacy Bar/Batmitzvah, Anniversary Parties, even 4/7 Entertainment by Bill Ganz in the Catalina Room elaborate weddings and much more. The 4/12 Frank Family Wine Dinner possibilities are endless. Our pastry chef 4/20 9 & Dine Golf Event 3:00 p.m. shotgun can produce beautiful cakes for almost any 4/23 Art Show - 5:30-7:30 p.m. occasion. If you would rather entertain at 4/27 “Happy Trails” Member Mixer, music by Bill Ganz your home, let us cook the food for you. I 4/29 Couples Golf Event - 1:00 p.m. shotgun look forward to meeting you soon.
Marsha Stacy, Director of Catering Book Club Sets March, April Topics 577-4011
Blood Done Sign My Name, by wrote Tuesdays with Morrie and Is there a special birthday, Timothy B. Tyson, Anne The Five PeopleYou Meet In Heaven. anniversary, new baby hap- Robert's selection for the April's meeting will have Pam pening in your life? February meeting. Valeski leading the dis- Discussion of the cussion on her selection Let Christine Baker-Perry know the book stimulated lively In The Country of Men by details of that special occasion and exchanges by Book Hisham Matar, an histor- she will be happy Club members of ical novel about the rise to announce the it in the next Ventana personal experiences of power of Khadafhi in Vistas. dealing with race rela- Libya. tions in the 1970’s and 1980’s. Our next two meeting are Submissions must At the March meeting, Doug Tuesday, March 27 and Tuesday, be done on or and Linda Kuehn will discuss April 24 at 6:15 p.m. See you before the 15th of their selection For One More Day there! every month to meet the deadline by Mitch Albom, who also for the following month’s publication. Page 4 T E N N I S T A L K Plans for Summer Camp Greatly Expanded What a great month March was! All with activity. We love to encourage upcoming summer program for the jun- the exciting events such as the Member anyone who is considering to play ten- iors. This will be the first year we have Guest Tournament, Mac Dunlap nis or wanting to come back after not created a camp that combines swim- Invitational, and the playing for a while to come out and ming, golf, and tennis. This will be Catalina School District learn why there is no better time than such a great benefit for members as fundraiser combined now to become involved with tennis. their children are able to enjoy all with beautiful Tucson There are so many opportunities to play aspects of this wonderful club. weather, the entire and we even have opportunities for I want to express my appreciation to month was a highlight of spectators to come enjoy watching some all those who have helped make the mine since coming to great matches. For example, the USTA month of March a success. We are very Ventana Canyon Scott Anders teams are now in full swing and proud and honored to be associated Racquet Club. There was a fabulous Ventana Canyon Racquet Club is play- with such a wonderful group of mem- member turnout for the programs as ing host to three teams! We are includ- bers. well as great activity on the courts all ing their schedule so you will be able to See you on the courts! month long! come and watch and cheer our teams to As we begin a new month, we are victory. Scott Anders excited about the momentum we have We are also very excited about the PBI Director of Tennis
USTA LEAGUE SCHEDULE -HOME MATCHES: New Tennis Programs Adults Come out and cheer the Ventana Monday 9:00 - 10:00am 3.0-3.5 Ladies Drill teams to victory!!! 6:30 - 7:30 pm Drop-in Drills
Friday, April 20 8:45AM Ladies 3.5 Tuesday 9:00 - 10:00am Men's Drill 9:00 - 11:00am Ladies Doubles League Friday, April 20 11:00AM Ladies 3.0 7:00 - 9:00pm Men's Singles League Saturday, April 21 11:00 AM Men 4.5 Wednesday 9:00 - 10:00am Fundamentals Clinic Friday, April 27 9:00 AM Ladies 3.0 7:00 - 9:00pm Men's Doubles League
Saturday, April 28 11:00 AM Men 4.5 Thursday 9:00 - 10:00am 3.5+ Ladies Drill Friday, May 4 9:00 AM Ladies 3.5 Friday 8:30 - 9:00 am Complimentary Beginner's Clinic Friday, May 11 9:00 AM Ladies 3.5 9:00 - 10:00 am Fundamentals Clinic
Saturday, May 12 11:00AM Men 4.5 Saturday 9:00 - 10:30am Weekend Clinic Friday, May 18 9:00 AM Ladies 3.5 9:00 - 11:00am Men's Doubles Drop-In
Saturday, May 19 11:00AM Men 4.5 Page 5 T E N N I S T A L K April’s Tennis Tip SUMMER JUNIOR CAMP Many times, players will have trouble serving in a match situa- Ages 6 & up tion. This is a result of tightening the wrist due to nervousness or fatigue. Once the mistakes start to happen, frustration sets in Sessions: and the first thing players do is place attention on their toss. We would teach, however, that the focus June 4 - 7 should be placed on the wrist in these situations to June 18 - 21 relax and properly use the flexibility of the loose wrist July 9 - 12 to get back on track with your serve. This may take July 23 - 26 some practice because not only are you fighting your Gessner opponent across the net for every point, but you're Camp will run Monday, Tuesday, fighting your nerves and focus of attention before you start each Wednesday, & Thursday point.
So if your serve abandons you in a match, get it back by relaxing Schedule: your wrist on your serve. 8:30 - 9:30 Golf Eric Gessner 9:35 - 10:35 Tennis PBI Head Tennis Professional 10:40 - 12 Lunch & Swim 577-4009
Sign-ups taken in golf pro shop.
Junior Tennis $240/week members All classes are drop-in (includes social, tennis, & golf)
Tiny Tots (ages 4-5) $285/week non-members Tue & Thu 3:00-3:30pm Daily Drop-in rate: $60/day Aces, Advanced,Shooting Stars (ages 5-11) member $75/day non-member Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu 3:30-4:30pm
Excellence (ages 12+) We will cap off at 16 participants. Tue & Thu 4:30 - 5:30 pm
Drill & Play Session Mon & Wed 4:30 - 5:30 pm
The Drill & Play Session is designed for students participating in classes on Monday & Wednesday 3:30-4:30. This will give stu- dents the opportunity to play for two hours, with the second hour being supervised match play with a PBI Tennis Professional. This is great for those students who want to start to play games and points to compete in future tennis events. Page 6 Details of Mountain Greens Renovation The Mountain greens are scheduled to be renovated this still fixing ballmarks. summer. The front nine will close on Monday, April 30th * New greens will produce a far superior year-round put- and will re-open on Monday July 9th. The back nine will ting surface than the current greens. close on Monday July 9th and will re-open on Monday * Green speeds during the golf season (October - May) September 10th. will be very similar to what they currently are. * Greens speeds in the summer will be greatly improved The greens will be converted from the cur- from what you have experienced in past summer. rent hodge podge mix of Bentgrass/Poa * Poa annua contamination will be controlled in the new annua to an ultra dwarf Bermudagrass greens. called Mini Verde. Many people have * Major Greens aerification will take place in June, July been asking how the new greens will play. & August vs. the current schedule in May. The follow information should answer * New greens will still require frequent topdressing as most of the concerns. the current greens do. Wally Dowe * New greens will require less hand watering. Two years ago, the north putting green (located near #1 * New greens will be more tolerate to summer MTN and The Lodge) was resurfaced with the same ultra traffic/rounds than current greens. dwarf Bermudagrass (Mini Verde) that will be used on the * New greens will not require a Ryegrass buffer collar, Mountain greens this summer. The putting surface on the which typically burns out each summer on our current north putting green will very closely match the putting sur- greens. face of the new Mountain Greens during our golf season (season is October - May). The new greens will require If you have any questions or concerns please contact Wally annual overseeding each fall just like the north putting Dowe (Director of Golf Course Maintenance) 577-4013 or green has been overseeded the last two years. The new [email protected]. greens will be far superior than the current greens during the summer months. A link (Mountain Greens Renovation) on the club website has been created which gives greater detail on the upcom- What can you expect: ing Greens Renovation project. The link is updated regu- larly detailing the progress of the project. * New greens will be firm BUT no firmer than the current greens are in December - February. Wally Dowe * New greens will be much less prone to severe ball Director of Golf Course Maintenance mark injury. This WILL NOT excuse anyone from
Divot Fillers Hall of Fame Couples Golf Event
Each member receives a $15 dollar gift Sunday, April 29, 2007 certificate in the golf shop. 1:00 p.m. shotgun Rob Macmillian Dinner following Golf Dale Stein Each person is either nominated by a member of our staff or reported by fel- Please RSVP to Pro Shop 577-4064 Ken Granat low members. These members are rec- ognized for their exceptional devotion to If you have to cancel your dinner Paul Adamsbaum maintaining the golf course through fill- ing divots and repairing ball marks. reservations, please do so at least 24 Donna Abt hours prior to the event, otherwise you will be charged. Page 7 Ventana Canyon Golf & Racquet Club 22nd Member - Guest "Shootout" April 11th - 14th
You are invited to participate in the Cost: in each flight against the second place 22nd annual Member-Guest Shootout. $475 per person (reduced from 2006) team, the third team against the fourth To build on last year's experience, we team, and the fifth team against the have formed a member committee to Competition: Four-ball match play. sixth team. The team that acquires the plan and to organize this event, and Each two-man team will compete highest point total after all six matches then make it happen! The committee against all other teams within their flight will advance to the Champions has worked since last April to bring you in a better ball match play format. Shootout on Saturday afternoon. the best Member-Guest experience pos- Teams will be placed in flights based sible. This year's event features the upon combined handicaps of the par- Food and Beverage: This year's event widely accepted 2-Man Match Play for- ticipants. is sure to please your palate. The mat using a positive/negative point sys- Shootout committee has worked long tem. We are also returning the 6th and Matches: Each flight will play a and hard to create a menu pleasing to final position match. With twists and "Round Robin" consisting of six (6) all participants. We will feature lobster turns, anything can happen! nine-hole matches. Each hole will be tail and prime rib at the closing awards played for points, on holes won or lost ceremony. Sign-Up Begins: during the match. The sixth and final February 15, 2007 match will feature the number one team Schedule of Events
Wednesday Registration (Practice Facility) 7:00 a.m. April 11th Practice Round / Skins Game (Mountain) 7:30 a.m. Tee Times 4-Man Horserace (Optional) 3:00 p.m. Opening Dinner Buffet (Catalina) 6:00 p.m. Tournament Information and Pairings Pari-Mutual Wagering
Thursday Breakfast (Catalina) 7:00 a.m. April 12th First Match (Canyon) 8:00 Shotgun Second Match (Canyon) 11:00 Shotgun Gourmet Box Lunch (Delivered) 12:00 p.m. Scoring Party (Men's Grille) Evening Open
Friday Breakfast (Catalina) 7:00 a.m. April 13th Third Match (Mountain) 8:00 Shotgun Fourth Match (Mountain) 11:00 Shotgun Gourmet Box Lunch (Delivered) 12:00 p.m. Scoring Party (Men's Grille) Evening Open
Saturday Breakfast (Catalina) 7:00 a.m. April 14th Fifth Match (Canyon) 8:00 Shotgun Position Match (Canyon) 11:30 Shotgun Gourmet Box Lunch (Delivered) 12:00 p.m. Flight Winner's Championship Shootout (Canyon #5 - 9) 2:30 p.m. Cocktail Reception and Awards Dinner 6:45 p.m. (Western Attire Requested, Similar Attire for Women) Page 8 The Chelsea System 2007 Member-Pro Results Stableford Best Ball Net Summary The Chelsea Tee-Time Reservation System has, for the past Team Rank Score Names month, provided an easier more efficient way for our mem- 9 1 83 J.D. Lindberg bers to reserve tee-times. After a few minor adjustments, the Dennis Citron consensus from members and staff is that Dale Stein the system is exceeding expectations. The Tony Trantas reports show that over 78% of all requests Chuck Rosenquist are being assigned times within one half hour 5 2 78 Brandon Smith of their requested time and over 86% are Jim Buchanan within one hour of their requested time. The O’Brian Ed Landes Chelsea System provides the freedom to sub- Ed Keefe mit a reservation request 30 days prior to the date of play Jerry D’Huy with the assignment of times occurring seven days in advance. According to the golf shop staff, the system is out- 2 3 76 Bob O’Brian standing and has improved our ability to communicate with Jim Sislo the membership. We are looking forward to featuring another Lee Hilton service, the capability for our members to sign up online for Jim Jennings Rusty Wicks events. 10 4 72 Jim Empey Bob O’Brian Lex Sears Director of Golf Dave Park Michael Lavor Stan Ushinski Professional Division Results Leave No Mark Behind 1 70 Glenn Beatty 2 71 Jim Empey 3 71 Brandon Smith The Greens Committee has launched a new program 4 73 Michael Strail “LEAVE NO MARK BEHIND”. You will be seeing sig- 5 74 J.D. Lindberg nage on the carts as a gentle reminder. The committee wants every member involved in the care and nurturing of Pro/Pro Event our wonderful golf courses. We are asking each golfer, Rank Score Names when fixing their ball mark or their divot, to fix one addi- 1 65 Smith tional mark or divot. As with random acts of kindness, Nelson kindness to our courses will bring us wonderful results for 2 66 Strain every golfer! Lindberg Look in the Vistas for the “Divot Hall of Fame” nomi- 3 66 Empey Singleton nees. 4 67 Andres Thanks to all of you that particpated in the Dewar’s & O’Brian Divots! 5 68 Wood Thanks to all of you that participated in the “Adopt-a- Beatty Hole” program! The Greens Committee minutes are posted on the bulletin Thank you to all the participants named above and those boards in the locker rooms. Starting this month, you will members not named are listed below: be able to read the minutes on the Ventana Canyon member Alan Abt, Bruce Schimberg, Ed Cohen, Brian Dempsey, Steve website. Morling, Barry Roth, Will Rose, Pete Reisinger, John Sutter, Don Please let me now if you have any concerns that you Anderson, Woody Woodford, Ed Roos, Tom DeWitt, John would like the Greens Committee to address. Bishop, Peter Corrigan, Milton, Brown, Jerry Siebes, Taylor Payson, Dave Rosenthal, Robert Roty, Wayne Kielsmeier, Ernest Manuel, Ken Davis, and Michael Rozen. (Pros who participated and Jacque Twitty are not listed above: Glennn Beaty, Andres Ramos, Eric Nelson, Greens Committee Chairperson Michael Strain, Rob Wood and Zach Singleton.) Page 9 Pool News 9 and Dine by Lisa Walls (2-Person Team Scramble) Our weather has gotten warm again, so it is busy at the Friday, April 20th pool. The castle and playhouse are big hits with the chil- 3:00 p.m. Shotgun Start dren, as is our new teaching platform. The platform has Dinner to follow elevated the bottom of the pool so the children can reach the bottom with ease. Our lessons have been a great suc- If you have to cancel your dinner cess because children feel a lot more safe in the water. reservations, please do so at least 24 hours prior This platform has also made playtime at the pool more fun to the event, otherwise you will be charged. because children can stand to play. With our warmer weather, we have begun swim lessons The Winners of the 9 & Dine Event again. Currently we have three instructors, but we will have four starting in May. on March 16th are as follows: Swim team had sign-ups in March, but it is not too late to sign your child up for the team. We begin on April 16th 1st Gross - Jerry & Chris D’Huy and end on July 11th. Swim meets start in May and go John & Sharon Kerr through July. We take swimmers from age 4-18. The only 2nd Gross - Tom & Joyce DeWitt requirement for the team is that the child has no fear of the Darty & Susan Smith water. We will teach the rest. Please call the pool for more 1st Net - Terrance & Lois Fisher information. Robert & Dee Roty Our winter team is winding down. We took nine swim- 2nd Net - Robert & Cheri Brooks mers to the state championship meet. Jesse Hansen won Don & Linda Duffer the 100 butterfly and he ended up as the 4th best swimmer in the state overall. Congratulations Jesse! Brianna Tucson Senior Interclub 2007 Season Schwanenberger and Ashley Knittle also got best times in their races at state championships. Good job to all of our The Tucson Senior Interclub offers an excellent oppor- swimmers. Former Ventana swimmer, Daniel Walls, com- tunity to play competitive golf at the following clubs: peted at NCAA nationals in March and got his lifetime best in the 200 free. It was his first tip to Nationals. Daniel La Paloma - April 16 started at Ventana when he was nine years old, so this says a lot for Ventana that he is still competitive in college! To participate, you must be a MGA member, over age Our snack bar is open daily from 10:00 - 2:00 p.m. 55, have a USGA index of 21 or less and have posted Come on down and enjoy a meal by the pool. The weather at least 10 scores in the past 6 months. is great for a swim. If you are interest in playing in any of these events, please e-mail Tom DeWitt at [email protected]. WGA
18 Holers 2007 Schedule April 5 7:30 t-times 19 8:00 shotgun; President’s Cup Pima Cup 2007 Schedule 26 8:00 shotgun; President’s Cup
Sun City Wednesday, April 18 12:30 shotgun 2007 Niner’s Schedule Saddlebrook Wednesday, May 2 12:30 shotgun Ventana Wednesday, May 16 12:30 shotgun April 2 Invitational 9 8:30 shotgun; Scramble; Sign up in the Pro Shop or call Mike Graydon, Pima Cup Luncheon Coordinator, at 577-6960. Players are needed for all 16 Assigned t-times events. 23 Free Play; Final Play Day Page 10
by Sharon Kerr WGA ~ 18 Holers Niner’s News by Louise Robbins BEAUTIFUL SPRING WEATHER is finally upon us - enjoy the cool mornings and beautiful evenings and be WELL, THERE IS SUCH A THING AS FREE LUNCH! That would grateful that we’re in beautiful, sunny Arizona. Just a note be our last shotgun/luncheon of the season, on April 9. To regarding our donation to the Rally for the Cure: we were celebrate our fiscal conservatism and general wonderful- able raise over $4400 this year! Isn’t that wonderful? Thank ness, all our nearly 80 members are invited, underwritten by you to everyone who gave a donation to support this cause. our happy bank account. Our Member/Member - “Girls Just Want to Have Fun” - It’s the day Adele Ward and Carol Koretz present the was held on February 28th and March 1st. The first day was nominating committee’s slate of officers for 2007-2008. cold and windy and some wanted to cancel, but we managed Outgoing President, Ruth Houkom, is a hard act to follow, to persevere. Day two was much better. The following were but we need to vote, and when elected, the new officers declared winners: appoint their committee chairmen, who will toil all next Disco Queens Flight: season to make every Monday morning as much fun as it 1st Place Gross - Etsu Suzuki & Peggy Carolan 155 has been this year. So be there, and enjoy our last 8:30 a.m. 1st Place Net - Cora Bedley & Marian Handy 130 shotgun! 2nd Place Net - Jacque Twitty & Mary Kunkel 137 We’ll also get a report on the April 2 Prickly Pars 3rd Place Net - Lori Sansom & Jane Young 138 Invitational, from Tornie MacKay and Dee Roty. Since the Super Shoppers Flight: Vistas comes out before the end of March, here’sa last 1st Place Gross - Ann Byon & Ann Wolbach 176 1st Place Net - Jean Thmpson & M.J. McGeachin 135 reminder that all of us should help out. The sign-up sheet 2nd Place Net - Linda King & Caron Weinstein 138 is up still, and if you have a new Niners shirt, by all means 3rd Place Net - Lorretta Baughman & Joan Bishop 141 sport it that day. Dining Divas Flight: The money raised from the Invitational raffle, which has 1st Place Gross - Mary Hudson & Pat Citron 184 some extraordinarily generous prizes from the pro shop and 1st Place Net - Ingrid Cipriano & Peggy Anderson 136 from talented artists among us and from a number of other 2nd Place Net - Yvonne Leigh & Joan MacDonald 137 3rd Place Net - Connie Koester & Julia Rose 137 donors, is going to help give a new non-profit group a Spa Princesses Flight: great start. It’s a program sponsored by both the LPGA 1st Place Gross - Joyce Bellows & Eleen Baardson 191 and the AWGA, “Girls’ Golf”, which pretty much explains 1st Place Net - Judith Sears & Audrey Berens 131 it. Probably a representative of the organization, which is 2nd Place Net - Jo Flack & Marge Matthew 132 having its kick-off April 1 at Randolph, will be here to give 3rd Place Net - Sudy Altholz & Linda Balch 134 us a two-minute run-down. She’ll be delighted to accept any clubs you may have that you never want to see again. Overall Winners: Carol Howe & Carol Macmillan 129 You may hate that three wood, but some young girl would The following had chip-ins during the last month: Sharon be thrilled to start her lessons with it. Kerr, 1 M, 2/15; Joyce Bellows, 16 M, 2/15 & 11 Mt., 3/11; Also on the agenda for our last luncheon is the awarding Ramona Pease, 6C, 2/22; Judy Helzel, 15C, 2/.22; Ann Krecke, of prizes to the winners of the Cactus Classic and of the 18C, 2/22; M.J. McGeachen, 6C, 2/22; Sudy Altholz, 7M, 3/1; State Medallion. Mike Strain will announce the shotgun Marilyn Canfield, 10C, 2/28; Marian Greenberg, 15C, 3/8; Mary winners. He has done SO much to make this season a suc- Harkness, 10C, 3/8; Martha Williams, 17C, 3/8; AND Dritha cess and we all feel we’re part of his wonderful family. McCoy had an EAGLE on 12M, 2/22! Congratulations, Dritha! THANKS, MIKE! The sign-up sheet will be up for the rest of April. There’s The following is our new slate of officers for the 2007- a chance that if those of us who are here in the summer get 2008 Season: organized, we can sign up for Monday morning tee times PRESIDENT: Sue Samet after the Niners close down, in May and beyond. Those of VICE PRESIDENT: Sharon Kerr us who head for cooler climates will be looking ahead to SECRETARY: Julia Rose our October 22 reunion. This schedule for for next season TREASURER: Linda Balch is posted. Happily, we still have April to enjoy our Niners HANDICAP CHAIRWOMAN: Peg Rosenquist fun. TOURNAMENT CHAIRWOMAN: Marian Handy RULES CHAIRWOMAN: Peggy Milford Congratulations to our new Board. Page 11 Men’Men’ss GolfGolf AssociationAssociation 3rd Place - with a score of 61 (won on a tiebreaker) Udms`m` Rdmhnq Fnke Qdrtksr9 Carey, Jontow 4th Place - with a score of 61 February 27th - Twoball - Modified Chapman Porter, Ward
Gold Flight March 13th - Fourball - Stableford 1st Place -with a score of 65 (won on a tiebreaker) Mott, Paier Gold Flight: 2nd Place -with a score of 65 1st Place - with score of 150 DeWitt, Ushinski Morling, Rhodes, Richard, (blind draw) 3rd Place - with a score of 67 (won on a tiebreaker) 2nd Place - with a score of 149 Balch, Singer Anderson, Bishop, Cohen, Gobert 4th Place - with a score of 67 3rd Place - with a score of 147 Woolson, Rizzi Buchanan, Morse, J. Pease, Thompson 5th Place - with a score of 68 (won on a tiebreaker) Adamsbaum, Hornick Silver Flight: 6th Place - with a score of 68 1st Place - with a score of 148 Buchanan, Dittrich Baardson, Lyons, Roty, Rozen 2nd Place - with a score of 146 Silver Flight: Carey, Ward, Withers, Withers’ guest 1st Place - with a score of 64 3rd Place -with a score of 145 Fisher, Maronick Kempken, Kenney, S. Matlick, Nicoletti 2nd Place - with a score of 66 3rd Place - with a score of 130 Feldman, Moser Dammann, D’Huy, Kirby, Moser 3rd Place - with a score of 67 (won on a tiebreaker) Dybvig, Komar 4th Place - with a score of 67 G. Matlick, Perl 2007 Senior Schedule. 8:00 a.m. shotgun March 6th - Twoball - One Better Ball April 3 Fourball – 2 Best Balls – CLOSING LUNCHEON Gold Flight: April 10 Fourball – Stableford 1st Place - with a score of 59 April 17 Fourball – 1–3’s, 2–4’s, 3–5’s - Anderson, Trantas CHAMPIONS’ LUNCH 2nd Place - with a score of 62 April 24th Fourball – 3 Sixes - (1-2-3) Cormany, Gobert 3rd Place - with a score of 63 DeWitt, Rupp 2007 M.G.A. Schedule - with a score of 64 (won on a tiebreaker) 4th Place Saturday’s - 8:00 a.m. shotgun Adamsbaum, Richard 5th Place - with a score of 64 Mott, Steele April 21 Beat the Pro 6th Place - with a score of 64 May 26 Two-Man Stableford; U-Pick Balch, Handy June 9 Two Man Best Ball; U-Pick Silver Flight: July 14 Ken’s Mystery Event; Pro shop to pair 1st Place- with a score of 58 August 18 Four Person Stableford; U-Pick Byon, Kirby 2nd Place - with a score of 59 Please note: The event dates are set; the formats may G. Matlick, Dammann vary. Page 12 Easter Brunch 10:00 am-3:00 pm $34.50++ per person ~ Children under 10 pay their age
Assorted Seasonal Fruit and Berries Imported and Domestic Cheeses, Crackers & Sliced BaguettesSmoked Salmon Platter with Diced Red Onion, Chopped Egg, Lemons, Cream Cheese Assorted Toasted Bagels and Cream Cheese Mixed Greens, Cherry Tomatoes, Sliced Cucumbers, Sliced Black Olives, Sliced Mushrooms, Red Onions, Croutons, Parmesan Cheese,Ranch Dressing, Champagne Vinaigrette Pasta Salad, Grilled Chicken Salad Grilled Vegetable Platter Shrimp and Oyster Cocktail, King Crab Claws, Cocktail Sauce, Lemon & Lime Wedges Eggs Benedict, Bacon, Sausage Roasted Chicken with Bacon, Greens and Onion, Wild Mushroom Gravy Mashed Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables Roasted Pork Loin with Apple Cider Jus Herb Crusted Salmon with Basil Butter Carved Ham with Candy Glaze, Roasted Prime Rib with Au Jus, Horseradish Cream Garlic Rubbed Leg of Lamb with Minted Jus, Knotted Rolls Omelets and Eggs to Order Made to Order Crepes with Strawberries, Apple Raisin or Cheese with Orange Sauce Made to Order Waffles Assorted Desserts Children's Buffet Crust-less Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwiches Chicken Fingers Macaroni and Cheese French Fries Cookies, Brownies, Marshmallows Ventana Canyon Golf & Racquet Club Presents Lyndy's Boutique Style Show (Located in the Plaza Palomino) Cocktails, Style Show and Lunch to follow. Friday, April 13, 2006 11:30am-2:00pm **WE NEED MODELS** If you would like more information about showing some of Lyndy's fun styles, please call Marsha Stacy in Catering 577-4011 or Ext. 303
Please RSVP to Melinda Ferrall 577-4000 or Ext. 306 Admission to style show is complimentary, lunch will be served to all that attend following the show. Menu to include Ventana Blue Salad with Grilled Chicken and Lemon Tart with Raspberry Coulis and Fresh Raspberries for $15.75++ per person. Page 13 Ventana Kid Korner SUMMER JUNIOR CAMP Swim Lessons Ages 6 & up
Sessions:
June 4 - 7 $25 for 1/2 hour lesson, or June 18 - 21 July 9 - 12 $100 for five lessons. July 23 - 26
Camp will run Monday, Tuesday, If you are interested in lessons, Wednesday, & Thursday please call the pool office
Schedule: at 577-1400 extension 336.
8:30 - 9:30 Golf 9:35 - 10:35 Tennis 10:40 - 12 Lunch & Swim
Sign-ups taken in golf pro shop.
Ventana’s Junior Golf $240/week members After School Program (includes social, tennis, & golf) Ventana Canyon is pleased to announce a brand new junior golf $285/week non-members program. Whether a beginner or intermediate, this program is designed to help grow the game of golf as well as the player. Daily Drop-in rate: $60/day Please join our qualified professional staff as we embark on a member $75/day non-member journey towards better golf.
We will cap off at 16 participants. Tuesdays and Thursdays 4:00 ~ 5:00 p.m. (Practice Facility)
The Professional will instruct on all areas of golf. Putting, Chipping, Pitching, Full Swing, Etc. $20 Per Day
Please contact the golf shop to sign-up: 577-4061 Rob Wood, Lead Assistant Professional, [email protected] Page 14
Saturday Prime The Pool Snack Bar Rib Night Open Daily from 10:00 - 2:00 p.m. $14.95++ per person Menu: Drinks: Includes: 8oz Prime Rib, Choice Turkey Club $7.75 Soda $1.50 of Baked Potato, Mashed Potato or Ventana Bleu $7.75 Juice $2.25 Rice, Seasonal Vegetable Grilled Chicken Breast Sandwich $5.25 AZ Ice Tea $3.50 Hamburger $4.50 Bottle Water $1.50 (This is not a buffet so sit back and let us Cheeseburger $5.00 Gatorade $2.25 serve you.) Make Reservations at the Catalina Room Hot Dog $4.00 577-4075. Chips $2.00 Fruit $2.00 Smoothie $5.00 Cookies $2.25 Ice Cream $3.75 VViivvaa IIttaalliiaa Snow Cones $2.00 Candy $2.00 Wednesdays from 5:30 p.m. - Nutrigrain Bar $2.00 9:00 p.m. Peanuts $2.00
Enjoy Italian style dining. Adults $23.95 ++ Children Under 10 pay their age, plus tax and gratuity. Easter Egg Hunt Welcome New Members 11:00 a.m. Please make your reservation by GOLF calling the Dining Room Hostess at In the Front Circle Paul & Jodi Walker 577-4075. (Nicholas) Please RSVP to 6498 Paseo Otono Melinda at Tucson, AZ 85750 577-4000. 906-3788 Knitters Sunday Breakfast Knook Allll-You-Can-Eat Buffet is now every Riib Niight Friday’s from 5:30 p.m. - 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. TUESDAY $14.95 Adults - $6.50 Kids 6-12 9:00 p.m. at 11:00 a.m. in the Kids 5 & Under Free $21.95 ++ per person Training Room. Every Yogurt, Granola, Dry Cereal, Muffins & level is Please make your reservation by Danish, Fruit Platter, Bacon & calling the Dining Room Sausage, Hash Browns, Frittata, welcome. Hostess at 577-4075. Waffles, Eggs and Omelets to Order (Chef Attendant) Includes coffee Page 15 TheThe FitnessFitness FrontFront Fitness Health Tip by Margery Rubin Fitness Schedule for April 2007
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday “Sunscreen in a Pill?” Golf & Tennis Pilates Pilates Stretch 9-10:00 a.m. 9-10:00 a.m. Sunscreen pills claim to shave off the sun’s damaging 5-6 p.m. effects on you skin from the inside out. Studies show that El Segundo, California Dermatologist Howarrd Murad’s Strength Strength pomphenol sunguard supplement, did help those who tend Training Training to blister become just red. 10-11 a.m. 10-11 a.m. New York Dermatologist Patricia Wexler recommends to Classes are subject to change. Please call Margery at extension apply a product with SPF 30 UVA protection daily or at 326 for weekly updated schedules. least 20 minutes before sun exposure. She also recom- Golf & Tennis Stretch: mends wearing UVA/OVB blocking sun glasses. Top der- If you are feeling more stiff and have less range of motion, matologists are saying they can’t replace good ol’ SPF. try the new golf and tennis stretch class every Wednesday evening from 5:00-6:00 p.m. You will improve your flexi- bility while lengthening and strengthening your tight mus- IT IS NEVER TOO LATE TO DO AN culature! You will also be able to take home what you INTERVENTION OF STRENGTH have learned and practice a much shortened version on a TRAINING daily basis. Strength Training: Strength training is important for both men and Fabulous for defining and toning your muscles. The class women. Fitting strength training into a busy schedule concentrates on high repetition using low weights, rubber is difficult to do, but imperative. Doing what you can bands and balls. to prevent osteoporosis while increasing bond densi- Pilates: ty, and muscle mass and definition, is what the Emphasis on balance while concentrating on core strength Tuesday/Thursday 10:00 a.m. strength training class using bands, balls, and roller pads. is all about. The class emphasizes low weight resist- ance bands and balls with increased repetition to strengthen, define, and sculpt your musculature. Personal Training Strength training will help improve your sport, A busy season is upon us, but don’t let that deter you from whether it be golf, tennis, bike riding, etc. Come give scheduling a private training session to develop a fitness the strength training class a shot! Don’t be shy, all program for you individualized fitness needs. levels are welcome, you will see and feel the results Call Margery at 577-1400 extension 326 to begin or in less than a month. reclaim your individualized fitness program.
Waxing is the Perfect Cure for Unwanted Hair HELLO FROM ALL OF US HERE at the Day Spa! diminish the appearance of cellulite! Spring is here and the temperatures are warming up. Don’t worry when you have to put on a bathing suit - You know what that means - we will soon be showing waxing is the perfect cure for any unwanted hair. We can more skin. The Day Spa has the perfect solutions to all also take great care of your feet - a pedicure is the perfect your warm weather concerns. accessory for sandals! We have body polishes and scrubs to exfoliate and Happy Spring! renew your skin. We have body wraps to help hydrate and nourish you! Anita Facchini We even have wraps that help to firm your skin and Spa Supervisor SUBMITTED BY DR. IRENE COYLE
SUBMITTED BY GENE CARTER SUBMITTED BY MIKE NOVACK Earth Comes Alive in Spring With the return of warm days and moderate nights, spring is in the air and all around us. Bermudagrass on the golf courses is striving mightily to recover from its winter dormancy and our Sonoran Desert creatures and plants seem revived after a particularly cold winter. These and other images await your cameras. Submit your images to Christine Baker-Perry in the member- ship office.
SUBMITTED BY DENNIS BURGESS SUBMITTED BY ELAINE PADOVANI April 2007 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 -Niner’s Invitational -Knitters Knook -Fundamentals Tennis -WGA 7:30 a.m. tee -Beginners Tennis Clinic -Weekend Tennis -Ladies Tennis Drill 9- 11:00 am Clinic 9-10:00 a.m. times 8:30-9 a.m. Clinic 9-10:30 a.m. 10:00 a.m. -Men’s Seniors -Viva Italia 5:30-9 pm -3.5+ Ladies Tennis -Fundamentals Tennis -Men’s Doubles Drop- -Drop-in Drills 6:30- 8:00 shotgun -Men’s Doubles League Drills 9-10:00 a.m. Clinic 9-10:00 a.m. in 9-11:00 a.m. 7:30 p.m. -Men’s Tennis Drill 9- 7-9:00 p.m. -Rib Night 5:30-9:00 pm -Prime Rib Night 10:00 a.m. 5:30-9:00 pm -Ladies Doubles League 9-11:00 a.m. -Men’s Singles League 7-9:00 a.m. 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 -Easter Brunch 10- -Niners 8:30 am shot- -Knitters Knook -Men’s Member/Guest -Men’s Member/Guest -Men’s Member/Guest -Men’s Member/Guest 3:00 pm gun (luncheon) 11:00 am Shootout Shootout Shootout Shootout -Easter Egg Hunt -Ladies Tennis Drill 9- -Men’s Seniors -Fundamentals Tennis -3.5+ Ladies Tennis -Beginners Tennis -Weekend Tennis 11:00 am sharp 10:00 a.m. 8:00 shotgun Clinic 9-10:00 a.m. Drills 9-10:00 a.m. Clinic 8:30-9 a.m. Clinic 9-10:30 a.m. -Drop-in Drills 6:30- -Men’s Tennis Drill 9- -Viva Italia 5:30-9 pm -Wine Dinner 6:00 -Fundamentals Tennis -Men’s Doubles Drop- 7:30 p.m. 10:00 a.m. -Men’s Doubles p.m. Clinic 9-10:00 a.m. in 9-11:00 a.m. -Ladies Doubles League League 7-9:00 p.m. -Fashion Show 11:30- -Prime Rib Night 9-11:00 a.m. 2:00 pm 5:30-9:00 pm -Men’s Singles League -Rib Night 5:30-9:00 pm 7-9:00 a.m. 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 -Sunday Breakfast -Knitters Knook -Fundamentals Tennis -WGA 8:00 a.m -Beginners Tennis -MGA 8:00 shotgun Buffet -Niners Assigned tee 11:00 am Clinic 9-10:00 a.m. shotgun President’s Clinic 8:30-9 a.m. “Beat the Pro” times -Fundamentals Tennis -Ladies Tennis Drill 9- -Men’s Seniors -Viva Italia 5:30-9 pm Cup -Weekend Tennis 10:00 a.m. 8:00 shotgun -Men’s Doubles League -3.5+ Ladies Tennis Clinic 9-10:00 a.m. Clinic 9-10:30 a.m. -Drop-in Drills 6:30- -Men’s Tennis Drill 9- 7-9:00 p.m. Drills 9-10:00 a.m. -9 & Dine 3:00 p.m. -Men’s Doubles Drop- 7:30 p.m. 10:00 a.m. shotgun in 9-11:00 a.m. -Camera Club 6:00 -Ladies Doubles League -Rib Night 5:30-9:00 p.m. 9-11:00 a.m. pm -M.en’s Singles League 7-9:00 a.m. 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 --Sunday Breakfast -Knitters Knook -Fundamentals Tennis -WGA 8:00 a.m -Beginners Tennis Buffet -Niners Free Play - 11:00 am Clinic 9-10:00 a.m. shotgun President’s Clinic 8:30-9 a.m. Final Day -Men’s Seniors -Viva Italia 5:30-9 pm Cup -Fundamentals Tennis -Ladies Tennis Drill 9- 8:00 shotgun -Men’s Doubles League -3.5+ Ladies Tennis Clinic 9-10:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. -Men’s Tennis Drill 9- 7-9:00 p.m. Drills 9-10:00 a.m. -Rib Night 5:30-9:00 -Drop-in Drills 6:30- 10:00 a.m. pm 7:30 p.m. -Ladies Doubles League -Member Mixer 5:30- -1st Annual Member 9-11:00 a.m. 7:00 p.m. Art Show 5:30-7:30 -Men’s Singles League pm 7-9:00 a.m. -Book Club 6:15 pm 29 30 -Sunday Breakfast -Niners Free Play Buffet -Ladies Tennis Drill 9- -Couples Golf 10:00 a.m. 1:00 shotgun -Drop-in Drills 6:30- 7:30 p.m.
Ventana’s First Annual Member Art Show Monday, April 23, 2007 ~ from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Join us for a great evening as our member’s display their exhibits of everything from Paintings, Scuptures, Pottery, Jewelery and more.
In an overwhelming response from our recent member survey, we have 17 participants that have volunteered to dis- play their art. If you are an artist and want to be involved, please contact Christine Baker-Perry at 577-4012.