Franciscan Wine Dinner Ventana Vistas Tuesday, January 24, 2012 6:30 p.m. Reception January 2012 7:00 p.m. Dinner $85.00 ++ per person

IN THIS ISSUE: Reception: Shrimp Terrine Management Report...... 2 Roast Cornish Game Hen Salad on Grilled Brioche Announcements...... 3-9 Smoked Salmon, Marinated Tomato & Basil Crème Fraiche on Herbed Sour Dough Sliced Lamb Loin with Eggplant Tapenade & Roasted Black Pepper Spa...... 10 Franciscan Sauvignon Blanc 2010 Chef ’s Corner...... 10 1st Course: Events...... 10-12 Sea Scallop, Butternut Squash Puree, Spiced Chantilly Tennis...... 13-15 Franciscan Cuvee Savage Chardonnay 2009

Kid’s Korner...... 16 2st Course: Grounds...... 17 Micro Salad, Port Cherry Vinaigrette, Savory Chevre Cheese Cake Franciscan Magnificant 2007 Golf...... 17-19 3rd Course: W.G.A...... 20-21 Seared Duck Breast, Whipped Sweet Potato, Roasted Root Vegetables, Niners...... 22 Black Current Demi Franciscan Stylus Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 M.G.A...... 23 Concierge...... 24 4th Course: Cranberry Pecan Bavarian Parfait, Grand Manier Sauce Anglaise Fitness...... 25 Franciscan Port Calendars...... 26 Friandise: Milk Chocolate Truffle

Gourmet Coffee Service

Please RSVP with Edna Bernal at 577-4000. MANAGEMENT REPORT Employee Recognition for 2011 Members again strongly sup- announced each month in the Vistas. Ventana Vistas is published ported our Holiday Fund for employees, Th ose winners in 2011 included Ter- monthly by the Ventana Canyon contributing nearly $60,000, up substan- rence Groves and Jeff rey Heninger, Alliance, LLC, for members of tially from the $52,000 contributed last banquet servers; Kara Meyer, Golf the Ventana Canyon Golf & Rac- year. Th e best news is that 85 percent House; Patrick McNew, golf pro shop; quet Club. Articles are contrib- of our members supported Chad Comolli, Ventana Bar and uted by club members and staff. the fund with an average Grill; Russ Sullivan, golf course contribution of around maintenance, and Joe O’Brian, $100. As many of you know, front offi ce. this money is distributed to Th e above does not refl ect all our employees, excluding of our outstanding employees the executive management who come to work every day team, based on the num- and try to meet your expecta- ber of years of service and tions. Many of you recognize BOARD OF MANAGERS: hours worked during the GEORGE WHITE these fi ne people as they carry David Carney, chairman preceding year. out their duties but oft en you Ken Granat, vice chairman We continue to ask a great deal from don’t know who they are. In an eff ort to Andy Samet, secretary our employees during these diffi cult make them better known to you, we will James O. Johnston, treasurer times, so this showing of member sup- be preparing brief biographical sketches port for their eff orts is greatly appreci- to run each month in the Vistas. Keep BOARD MEMBERS: ated. an eye out for each installment. Andrea Kaplan, business manager Finally, I am compelled to remind Don Anderson of the Alliance has been recognized as everyone who walks a dog or dogs on Bruce Bellows manager of the year for 2011. Andrea the property that your animals must be Don Carrig helped out on many major projects leashed and controlled at all times. It is Janell Jellison during the year including the Memorial part of the club’s rules and regulations as Jim Jennings Terrace and the two Volunteer Fairs. well as a county ordinance. Dave Park Selected as employee of the year was I know that some of you are con- Don Rhodes Sherry Cramer, administrative assistant vinced that you know your animals well in golf course maintenance. Sherry and that they do not constitute a danger is considered essential to the smooth to others. However, unforeseen events George White, CEO [email protected] management of her department while may fi nd your dog reacting instinctively participating in processes that aff ect the in an unexpected manner, which could entire property. cause harm to another dog or to another Christine Baker-Perry, editor Th ose recognized for outstanding ser- member or resident. [email protected] vice during the year included: Lindsey Further, those who encounter an Appelget, accounting manager; Th eresa unfamiliar dog running uncontrolled Andrea Kaplan, copy editor Malm, front desk; Arlene Corey, con- can oft en be terrifi ed of the animal. For [email protected] cierge; Al Gerbracht and David Her- these reasons—and to assure courtesy nandez, golf course maintenance; Mike among the membership—we have no OUR MISSION Griggs, golf; Cody Iverson, Jenni Haun recourse but to enforce the rules. Please We will provide a premier club and Ryan Prosowski, food and beverage. keep your pets leashed and under con- experience to all those who enter Also, Jeff rey Heninger, banquets; Rosa trol at all times. Zavala, housekeeping; Stephen Lewis the gate. We are well trained and Michael Abbott, kitchen; Breanne George White professionals committed to con- Soukup, spa; Keith Koltweit, pool; Jen- CEO, General Manager sistently delivering a memorable nifer Jackson, locker rooms, and Matt experience through a service Witzke, tennis. culture focused on anticipating Also honored were those employees every detail. who earned Member Choice Awards In the Spotlight this Month is Margery Rubin, Fitness Director I have enjoyed 28 years at Ventana shine and no snow! I was accepted into & Racquet Club to help her teach the Canyon Golf & Racquet Club, where the College of Nursing. I completed the fi tness classes, and I readily accepted there is not a day that goes by that I program four years later, specializing in again! I was also teaching exercise at a don’t appreciate the warmth and love psychiatric and geriatric nursing, with few exercise studios in town and devel- from the members. I have watched the a passion for the physical fi tness classes oped and continued a fi tness program Club grow and blossom and truly shine that I took as electives. To this day, I for a retirement community spanning when it became member am still enthused ten years! If you are trying to do the owned. when attending math, remember all of those years over- I feel like a Tucson native fi tness classes lapped! I was then asked to take over although the frigid Chicago and educational the fi tness program at Ventana Canyon temperatures brought me seminar. I fell in (Th e Lodge had not been added yet to here! I had horses on my love with Tucson the name), since the fi tness director property, which was dif- and never left . went on to pursue another career. As fi cult to say the least in My sister joined my time began to be needed more at the winter months! Th e me two years the Club, I let go of my other involve- electric waterers in the barn later at the U of ments and dedicated my energy to the had frozen and I, at age 13, A for a summer continuing development of the fi tness decided to shovel a path session. I still get program at “Th e Club”. to the only working water to enjoy my par- In my spare time, I enjoy my sweet- trough. One crucial com- ents, my sister, heart, family and friends. I also have ponent I forgot was a turn- her husband and been seen snorkeling, paddle boarding, around path to get back to my two nieces, water skiing, snow skiing, hiking, bik- the barn. Th e horse slipped on the ice all of whom live in close proximity. ing, jogging, roller blading, remodeling and fell Bambi style. Aft er many tears, Soon aft er college graduation, while I homes and of course horseback riding. blankets, sawdust, and other attempts to was working at a popular Greek restau- But my strongest passion is my work get him up we (my family and I) called rant awaiting the results of my nursing and watching my clients change their the horse vet who proceeded to tie a boards, I was approached by the owners body and mind through exercise. “Th e rope around the horse’s tail and slide of Canyon Ranch to work for them as Lodge” is home and the members are him across the ice and snow to the barn their staff RN. Th e facility had not been dear to my heart. I look so forward to with his rare 4-wheel drive vehicle. Th e completed yet. Th e owners asked if I seeing you all in the fi tness room this horse stood miraculously unharmed! would be willing to accept a dual posi- New Year and many more to come! I walked into the guidance counselor’s tion and train with them in the fi tness Margery Rubin offi ce that day and asked if there was an department as an RN/Fitness Instruc- Fitness Director early graduation program available! I tor. I readily accepted the position and graduated in three years. At 16 began enjoyed 20 years at Canyon Ranch. college at the University of Arizona During this time, I was asked by the fi t- where they boasted 364 days of sun- ness instructor at Ventana Canyon Golf A Special Thank You From the Employees to The Members For Contributing to the Holiday Fund ANNOUNCEMENTS Your chance to meet one of the best players of all time…

Mats Wilander Former World #1, Winner of 7 Grand Slam singles titles

Private Lunch & Tennis Clinic Friday, March 23 (Limit 24 participants – 4:1 ratio in clinic)

• Ever dreamed of learning from a former #1 ranked world player and 7-time singles grand slam champion? • Ever wanted to have lunch with a top player and ask what was going through his mind at match point in the U.S. Open fi nals against Ivan Lendl? • Want to get doubles tips from a Wimbledon winner? • Ever dreamed of hitting balls with a player listed by Tennis Magazine (Nov. 2011) as one of the Top 8 with an “All Time Best Year” in professional tennis?

Former World #1 and Grand Slam Champion Mats Wilander, is coming exclusively to Ventana Can- yon Racquet Club with Cameron Lickle to conduct three tennis clinics throughout the day, have lunch with the clinic participants, and play an exhibition match on our beautiful new Stadium Court!

Date: Friday, March 23 Times: 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Th ree, 1.5 hour clinics (players grouped by level) Cost: $195 per participant

Price includes: • Clinic with Mats Wilander & Cameron Lickle (4:1 ratio) • Snacks and refreshments during clinic • Private lunch with Mats Wilander and other clinic participants • Photo with Mats Wilander • Ticket to exhibition match on Stadium Court

How to sign up: Only 24 clinic slots are available to ensure this personalized 4:1 ratio between students and professional. Th e tennis pro shop will begin taking sign ups on: Monday, January 16, at 8:00 am, Call 577-4009

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from one of the best players to have ever played this game! ANNOUNCEMENTS

Bring the entire family to this exciting event and carnival featuring one of the best players to ever play the game… OOPENPEN TTOO ALLALL MEMBERSMEMBERS

Th e Ventana Canyon Golf & Racquet Club is proud to announce an exciting, family-friendly event planned on Friday, March 23 for every member of the club!

Th e club is thrilled to host former #1-ranked, 7-time grand slam singles champion Mats Wilander, who will hold personalized tennis clinics for our members and he will play an exhibition match on our brand, new Sta- dium Court!

To celebrate his exclusive visit, we’ll be hosting a Family Tennis Carnival designed for every age and ability, whether you play tennis or not! Th ere will be great prizes, music and much more!

Aft er the clinics and carnival, Wilander will take the court to play a singles exhibition match against Cameron Lickle, a touring professional and former #1 player at the U.S. Naval Academy. Th is is an exciting opportunity to see one of the country’s top tennis players, right here on our very own Stadium Court!

Mats is well-known for the quality of tennis he brings to the court during exhibition matches. His humorous and entertaining ability “wows” crowds around the world! Even if you’re not a tennis player, you are sure to leave a big fan of the game!

So mark your calendars now and plan to attend one of the most exciting club events of the year!!!

FRIDAY, MARCH 23 Schedule of Events:

9:30 - 5:00 pm Tennis Clinic with Mats (sign up with tennis pro shop) 4:00 - 5:00 pm Family Carnival on Stadium Court 5:30 –7:00 pm Mats Wilander Exhibition Match on Stadium Court ANNOUNCEMENTS Learn How to Add Spice to Your Life

Saturday, January 28

11:00-11:30 a.m. Lecture by Annette from Penzeys Spices 11:45 a.m. Lunch

More details to follow in future email blasts.

“Once you get a spice in your home, you have it forever.”

SSwingwing forfor thethe CureCure Ventana Canyon Golf & Racquet Club JJanuaryanuary 30,30, 20122012 “Swing for the Cure” is an “all club” event open to both women and men. It will consist of a 9-Hole Golf Scramble and Tennis Round Robin, both starting at 10:00 a.m. Lunch, prizes, raffle and silent auction will follow the golf and tennis events. All proceeds will go to “Susan G Komen for the Cure”. Registration forms are also available in both the golf and tennis pro shops.

Because this event does encompass our whole membership, all Ventana Canyon members are encour- aged to help make this fundraiser a success by donating items for the raffle and silent auction. We need your contributions! Everyone’s help with donations and/or underwriting will make a difference in the lives touched by breast cancer. We hope the “giving” will bless you as it will others.

Please contact Judy Pease 749-5843, Carol Koretz 577-6122, or Kathy Tipler 529-4068 with dona- tions or any questions.

This event SOLD OUT last year! Register as soon as possible.

SA VE THE DATE, SUNDAY, JANUARY 29TH, 5:00-7:00 p.m. for the Pre- view Happy Hour for the Cure with Jay Faircloth and an opportunity to “buy it now” from the wonderful selection of auction items as well as to purchase raffle tickets early. Don’t forget your checks, cash and a big heart! SSwingwing forfor thethe CureCure VVentanaentana CanyonCanyon GolfGolf & RacquetRacquet ClubClub MMonday,onday, JanuaryJanuary 30,30, 20122012 An “all club” event for both men and women

10 A.M. GOLF SHOTGUN 9-HOLES 10 A.M. TENNIS ROUND ROBIN Registration Date:_____ Check One: Golf:____ Tennis:_____ Tennis Level:_____

(Please fi ll out separate forms for each member account #.)

Name(s)______E-mail______Phone #______

Signature______Member Account #______

$45 entry fee per person will be charged to your club account. This is not tax deductible. Lunch is included.

Lunch, prizes, raffl e and silent auction will follow the golf and tennis events.

If you would like to be paired with other members, please list their names below:

1.______2.______3.______

DONATIONS The following are TAX DEDUCTIBLE donations with checks payable to: “Susan G. Komen for the Cure” (Please include checks with registration.)

Golf Hole Sponsorship $100 per hole $______Tennis Court Sponsorship $ 50 per court $______Putting Green Sponsorship $250 $______Practice Range Sponsorship $500 $______

In Memory of______and/or In Honor of______

Additional donation of any amount is appreciated $______TOTAL $______

Please return registration forms to the Golf Shop or Tennis Shop by January 20th or mail to: Judy Pease, 4585 N. Black Rock Drive, Tucson, AZ 85750

Questions please contact: Kathy Tipler ([email protected]), Carol Koretz ([email protected]), Judy Pease ([email protected])

PLEASE WEAR PINK TO SHOW YOUR SUPPORT

We’d like to honor survivors with a rose. Would you like to be recognized: Yes ____ No____ ANNOUNCEMENTS DDiningining HoursHours ofof OOperationperation WELCOME NEW Monday & Tuesday MEMBERS Catalina Room Breakfast 6:30am-11:00am Lunch 11:00am-3:00pm GOLF Sabino Room We will meet January 31, DDennieennie & CCatherineatherine OOdettedette Dinner 5:00pm-9:00pm 2012, when Gerri Paier will 44256256 SStonetone PPineine DDriverive Ventana Bar review THE PARIS WIFE by PPinetop,inetop, AAZZ 8859355935 2:00pm-9:00pm Patio Paula McClain. This novel 9928-369-824828-369-8248 is based on Ernest Heming- 6:30am-9:00pm way and his fi rst wife, Hadley Richardson. They married Wednesday & Thursday and sailed for Paris to join Catalina Room the ex-patriot writers, artists KNITTERS’ KNOOK Breakfast 6:30am-11:00am of the “Lost Generation” - Lunch 11:00am-3:00pm Dinner 5:00pm-9:00pm some of whom included Ger- THE KNITTERS’ KNOOK IS RE- Ventana Bar trude Stein, Ezra Pound (we MINDING ANY interested knitters 2:00pm-9:00pm met him in John Behrendt’s to join them! ALL levels (in- Patio THE CITY OF FALLING AN- cluding those who would like 6:30am-9:00pm GELS), F. Scott and Zelda to learn how to knit) are wel- Fitzgerald. How was a mar- come! We meet every Tuesday Friday & Saturday riage to survive this Jazz Age from 10:00 a.m. until noon; Catalina Room Paris? Maybe it didn’t??? please check The Breakfast 6:30am-11:00am Do come early to place your Rock for the exact Lunch 11:00am-3:00pm dinner order before the meet- location each Dinner 5:00pm-9:00pm ing at 6:15 p.m. sharp! the week. Ventana Bar last day of January 2012!!!! 11:00am-10:00pm Patio 6:30am-9:00pm On March 6, the Book Club is hosting Rosalie Ungar Sunday (Joan Wallick’s sister from Catalina Room Columbus, Ohio) who will Breakfast 6:30am-11:00am talk about her self-published Lunch 11:00am-3:00pm book, NO SEX IN SAINT TRO- Dinner 5:00pm-9:00pm PEZ. It is her story. She Ventana Bar worked as an au pair in Saint 11:00am-9:00pm Patio Tropez for a year and visited 6:30am-9:00pm friends in England for several months in addition to travel- *Hours and availability may change due to ing Europe. private functions This is an additional meet- of Ken Loosse ing for the book club as our SABINO ROOM OPEN MON & TUES regular meeting will be March Player Assistant You can enjoy a relaxed dinner or maybe 27. just a drink, and watch your favorite sports at Ventana Canyon game on the big screen in the Sabino Thank you. room. We serve the same menu as the Nelda passed away on 12/16. bar but without the crowds and the noise. Please call ahead for availability and see We will miss you! you there!!! ANNOUNCEMENTS

ACBLACBL CharityCharity BridgeBridge atat VentanaVentana ders prior to the game starting promptly take minutes from that clock depending at 5:00. If you have any questions about on how fast everyone is playing. There Ventana Charity Bridge, please contact are a few courtesies that should be ob- [email protected]. served in order to stay on time. We have a beautibful and informative 1. Always place the opening lead on website at www.TucsonCharityBridge. the table before you write your private com if you would like to visit for all the score or put the contract into the scor- OUR OPENING NIGHT was a HUGE details. We have contributed $3,070 ing machine – then the declarer can success. The salad bar was a big hit with to local charities since we started in develop a plan. our players – you can choose exactly January. Our charity for September was 2. Never discuss the board once you what and how much you want to eat! If Children’s Clinic on the Tucson Medical have finished playing – that gives unau- a salad bar isn’t for you, we have both Center Campus. We are hoping to grow thorized information to your opponents the dining room and bar menus available our contributions substantially with the who are within “earshot”. We give you at regular Club prices. Ventana Game and your support. The hand records so that you can discuss all Please e-mail Caron at caronwein- website also includes information about boards with your partner after the game. [email protected] to make reservations bridge classes. 3. When you have finished playing at so the staff will have the appropriate Hint for the Month: ACBL Guidelines a table, be ready to move to the next number of game tables set up. If you are that all boards should be played in table. If everyone adheres to these pace don’t have a partner, we will find one for a maximum of 7 minutes. We have a of play guidelines, it makes the game you. Please arrive at the game a little bridge clock set up that keeps track of more enjoyable for everyone. early, so that the staff can take your or- the time for us – the director can add or 66thth AAnnualnnual MemberMember AArtrt SShowhow Tuesday, February 28th 5:30-7:30 p.m. Catalina and Sabino Rooms

Join us for a great evening as our members display their exhibits of everything including paintings, sculp- tures, pottery, jewelry and more. Bar Service will be available.

Please make dinner reservations with the dining room hostess, 577-4075, for dinner. We will be serving in the Ocotillo/Cholla Room. CHEF’S CORNER Th anks for Your Support in 2011, We’re Excited for 2012

Happy New Year! Our events have expectations and delivering consis- your dining experience on a daily ba- been very well attended in 2011 and tently well-prepared and presented sis. We have and will continue to off er the energy at the culinary fare at a great value remains gluten-free and menu choices custom Club is very positive our team’s number one priority. Th e in preparation based on your individ- as we enter 2012. It’s entire food and beverage staff wants ual needs. Please share your dietary or time to say Th ank to convey our gratitude for the honor special needs with us so your dining you for your patron- of serving you. We look forward to experience can be enhanced. We ex- age over the course seeing you at the Club again soon. perience great satisfaction in meeting of 2011. We enjoyed January member events include the your requests, so don’t hesitate. Again, the privilege of Member Mixer on Tuesday, Janu- the culinary team is looking forward serving you and be- ary 10, Burger Night on Th ursday, to seeing you at the Club and serving CHEF JOHN ing your choice for January 12, and our wine dinner with you this coming year. From the entire many of your dining Franciscan Winery on Tuesday, Janu- culinary team, have a safe and happy experiences. ary 24. Th e food pairings with Fran- new year. During the up and coming year ciscan wines will be a real treat. our goal is to continue to be your Your comments and suggestions, as Bon appétit! preferred dining choice. Many of you well as the constructive feedback over Chef John far exceeded your member food and the past year, have remained crucial to beverage minimums. Meeting your our navigation as we work to improve

SPA Here’s to a New Year and a New You! It’s hard to believe that 2012 is ronment. All of our practitioners are looking for cute shoes for the up com- here and 2011 has come and gone. Of- fully trained and are knowledgeable in ing season look no further than the Day ten the start of the New Year many types of massage, if at Spa! Check out our new Okab sandals. is associated with resolutions any time you have ques- Many of the styles have a nice wedge and commitments to better tions associated on what heel with beautiful details perfect for a ourselves. Whether these de- type of massage or therapist dressy occasion or to add a classy touch cisions are about working out, would be best suited for to a casual outfi t. With their ergonomic lowering the amount of stress your body’s specifi c needs, design and a concentration on the prin- in your life, or fi nally ad- I would be happy to answer cipals of refl exology these wedges boast dressing that pesky shoulder any questions. Make this incomparable comfort! issue, Th e Day Spa can help by year’s resolution truly about I want to thank everyone for your helping maintain your body you and your health! continued support of your Day Spa. and keep you on track long In the Day Spa we have We are so happy to have wonderful BREANNE SOUKUP aft er the post New Year glow. wonderful products to en- members like you! On behalf of all of us Many of you have heard me hance your spa experience. here in Th e Day Spa, thank you and we say, massage is a great form of preven- Th e past few months I have received look forward to helping you through a tative healthcare and a relaxing way to more Level natural products, which are happy & healthy New Year! maintain an active lifestyle this couldn’t food-grade organic and in my opinion Sincerely, be truer! I have seen many people come nothing compares to the quality of Breanne Soukup back faster aft er surgery and have seen ingredients in this unmatched product the impact on peoples lives whose ca- line. Level is excellent for sensitive skin reer places them in a high stress envi- and the eco-friendly minded. If you are EVENTS

SSundayunday BrunchBrunch 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon

$15.95 ++ per person Children 6-12, $7.95 ++ Children 5 & Under pay their age

Assorted Pastries and Muffins Assorted Fruit and Berries Imported and Domestic Cheeses, Assorted Crackers and Sliced Baguettes Assorted Toasted Bagels and Whipped Cream Cheese Eggs Benedict Crispy Bacon and Sausage Links O’Brien Potatoes Carving Station with Cherry Glazed Ham Eggs and Omelettes Made-to-Order Waffles Made-to-Order

Member Mixer January 10 Special Every Friday 5:30-7:00 p.m. 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. $21.95++ $14.95 ++ per person per person Every Friday House Battered Fresh Cod 3:00 - 6:00 p.m. Chef’s homemade hand-cut potatoes served with tartar Please RSVP with Edna Bernal Weekly Drink Specials sauce and malt vinegar This is not a buffet, at 577-4000. Special Appetizer Menu so sit back and let us serve you! EVENTS

tthursdayhursday VVivaiva IItaliatalia WWednesdaysednesdays bburgerurger 5:00 - 9:00 p.m. bbarar Enjoy Italian style dining. Adults $24.95 ++ Children 6-12 $9.95 ++ Children under 5 pay their age, january 12 plus tax and gratuity. BUFFET SERVED IN THE CATALINA AND SABINO ROOMS PPleaselease mmakeake yyourour rreservationeservation bbyy BURGER BAR ccallingalling tthehe ddiningining rroomoom aatt 5577-4075.77-4075. - Regular Angus Beef Burger - Kobe Beef Burger: KC BBQ Sauce -Veggie Burger: with Hummus Butter -Salmon Burger: with Smoked All-You-Can-Eat Tomato Chipotle Remoulade -Turkey Burger: with Cranberry Ketchup Rib Night -Mushroom Burger: with Friday, January 13 Horseradish Cream -Chicken Burger: with Prickly Pear glaze Friday, January 27 5:30 - 9:00 p.m. ALL THE FIXINGS: Cheese: Cheddar, Pepperjack, $24.95 ++ per person Tomato, Lettuce, Onion, Pickle, Guacamole, Bacon, 6-12 $9.95 ++ per person Sliced Onion Rings, Tobacco Onions, Prickly Pear Onions, 5 & under pay their age Jalapenos House Made Potato Chips Please make your reservation by Potato Salad, Fruit Salad, Pasta Salad calling the dining room at 577-4075. Kaiser Rolls, Onion Roll, Brioche Bun, Herbed Focaccia, Ciabatta, Sage Bun Dessert: Cookies & Brownies Prime Rib Night $15.95 ++ Adults (Now includes dessert) Saturdays from 5:00-9:00 p.m. $6.95++ child includes (1 free soda) Includes: 8 oz. prime rib, choice of PRICE INCLUDES: baked potato, mashed potato or rice, All You Can Eat, seasonal vegetable. a pint of Beer or a glass of Signature Wine $15.95++ per person

RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED. (This is not a buffet, so sit back and let us serve you.) Please call the Dining Room Hostess 577-4075. Please make your reservation by calling the dining room at 577-4075. TENNIS What’s in a Tennis Rating You Ask? At the end of November, the Now part two of the rating process So yes, while we all strive to be bet- USTA released the 2012 ratings of is something that ter players and play with better play- league players. Th is aff ected many of you don’t see ers, it’s not the rating that will help our members. We would like to con- when you view you reach your goals but your skills gratulate those members who moved your rating on- and the quality of player you are. To up in levels! line. Th e website the USTA, we are all just numbers in Th ere are always many questions may show you as a computer program…but to other about ratings: Why didn’t I move up? a 3.5 player, but players, it is your skill, how person-

Why did I move down? I beat so and the computer cal- SCOTT ANDERS able you are, and your appreciation so and she moved up but why did I culates your true towards others that will help you get stay the same? rating in the hundredths (for example, that invitation you are looking for to Th e USTA keeps the exact rating you may be a 3.57). So with every play with better players. formulas under wraps, however there match the computer is recalculating Don’t be shy at the tennis courts. are things they share about the rating your ratings. Th e main determining If you are looking to improve your process that I feel everyone should factors are which court you play for game and be invited by better play- know. First, as most people know, the your team (court #1, court #2, court ers to play, then take the initiative! process begins with a “self-rate.” Th is #3) and what your opponent’s ratings Talk to the professionals at Ventana means you go onto the USTA website are. So if you play court #1 in league Canyon who are very qualifi ed to help and pick out what level you think you and win against a player who has a you reach the next level. Make the are. Now to keep everyone from stay- higher 3.5 rating than you, that will attempt at a group you want to play ing the same level, the USTA uses a give you more points than playing with by asking and inviting “them” calculating program where ALL play- court #3 and beating a player who has fi rst! ers competing in USTA matches and a lower 3.5 rating than you. So work hard, take advantage of leagues are put into a matrix. Always keep in mind, it is harder lessons and clinics, practice, practice, At the end of each league season, to move down than up. Ratings are practice and before long, you will re- there are teams from each district established not to tell you how good ceive notice from the USTA that you that go to Nationals. It is at this fi nal you are, but to protect a lower level were moved up so that you don’t beat event that “National Benchmarks” are from players of your ability. Let me up on opponents of a lower level! established and used to calculate and repeat that, a rating doesn’t tell you See you on the courts!!! fi lter all the way down throughout how good you are, a rating is there to the country. Not all, but many of the keep you from playing a lower level Scott Anders, USPTA players that make it to Nationals will than you should. Th is is the real basis PBI Director of Tennis experience a “bump” in their ratings. for ratings within the USTA.

Lesson Blitz – One Day Only!!! Saturday, January 21 Programs and lessons scheduled all day! Silent auction at Club Doubles: Private lessons $40 per hour Singles Match against Alec Gee (full 2 out of 3 sets) 8:00–9:00 am ~ Fundamentals Tennis Clinic w/2 pros Singles Match against Scott Anders (full 2 out of 3 sets) $10 per person Doubles Match against Scott Anders & Alec Gee 9:00-11:00 am ~ Club Doubles w/ Silent Auction!!! (full 2 out of three sets) 11:00-12:30 pm ~ Ladies 3.5 Clinic w/2 pro Doubles Match against Alec Gee & Vicki Teeple $12 per person (full 2 out of 3 sets) 12:30-2:00 pm ~ Men’s & Women’s Open Clinic (4.0+) Doubles Match against Scott Anders & Laura Brauneis $12 per person (full 2 out of 3 sets) 3:00-7:00 pm ~ Private lessons available for $40 per hour TENNIS From Your Ventana Tennis Association

Th ank you to everyone who came to the December “Tennis for Tots” event to benefi t the Children’s Village! Th e dona- tion box was brimming with donated toys! Mark your calendars for our next event, Swing for the Cure, on January 30. You can pick up registration forms in the Tennis Offi ce now. Make sure to get them in because the spots will fi ll up quickly. Hope you all enjoyed the winter holidays and are ready for a busy spring of tennis events! 2012 VTA Events: Monday, Jan. 30 Swing for the Cure Tennis Tournament Saturday, Feb. 11, 9 a.m. – 12 Valentine Tennis Mixer Sunday, Mar. 18, 2 – 5 p.m. Ventana Seniors Tennis Event Th ursday, April 12, 9 a.m. – 12 Ladies Member/Guest Tennis Tournament April 20-22 Members Tennis Trip

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MMonday,onday, JanuaryJanuary 3030 110:000:00 aa.m..m. $$3535 pperer ppersonerson Adult Tennis Programs “Stroke of the Day” Tennis Clinic Fundamentals Clinic Monday 11:00 am-12:00 pm $20 per person Friday 9:00-10:00 am $20 per person Start your week off right with the “Stroke of the Day” Have you been wanting to start playing tennis or get back Tennis Clinic! Th is class focuses on the fundamentals out aft er having a break from the game? Th en this clinic of diff erent shots everyone needs in their games. Each is for you! In this class, we cover tennis fundamentals week, a new stroke is covered making every class exciting and what’s important to be successful in tennis. We also and new. Call the tennis pro shop to sign up! cover basic movement and stroke production to keep risk of injury low and keep you enjoying the game for many “Top of the Ladder” Singles Ranking years to come! Call the tennis pro shop to sign up! Tuesday 6:30-8:30 pm Free (golf & tennis members) Th is is a new program we are off ering at the club for the Club Doubles singles players! Th is drop-in will run from January 17 Saturday 9:00-11:00 am Free (golf & tennis members) through May 15. Players will be awarded points every Our longtime running program for our tennis players at week (points even awarded for just showing up!). So the the Club! Every level is welcome to this program where more times you come, the more points you will earn. the Ventana Canyon staff pair you up with other players! Winners each week will be awarded higher points and the Th is is a great way to get out with friends and even meet pro shop will track all players’ results. In May, at the end other members at the Club. No need to sign up, just drop of the program, we will announce the player at the “Top in! Players arrive to the courts shortly before 9:00 am to of the Ladder” who will win top prize! Call the tennis pro sign up and be put in the mix. We can’t wait to see you shop for more information! out there! TENNIS

Tennis Tip – Scott Anders, USTA Why is balance important on the serve? Your body is a kinetic chain. When effi cient during your serve and you balance. If you are not able to main- we serve, we are trying to create the need that stable base to move with tain your stance with your feet close greatest amount of racket head veloc- intention aft er you serve. together aft er you serve, then balance ity to hit that blistering serve. Many Here is a test to check your balance is most likely the issue. times, a player will think their toss is on the serve. Stand just behind the Improve the base on which the off because they can’t hit the ball in baseline with both feet completely body’s kinetic chain must move, the optimal place above their head. together. Th en, toss the ball above which is the starting block of a good However, many times, the problem is your head and serve. If you can serve (in other words, your balance) not the toss, it is the player’s balance hit the ball with at least 75% of the and you’ll fi nd your wrist snapping that is being thrown off many times force you use in your normal service serves like you have never hit before! by poor habits. Balance is important motion and not move your feet at because it allows the body to be more all, then congratulations, you are on

For the Juniors – Beginning January 3!!!

Tiny Tots (Ages 4, 5, 6)

Th is class is for our youngest tennis players ages 4 through 6. Th is class uses a large, soft er tennis ball perfect for slowing the speed of the game down. Th e kids love it! Th ey will practice tennis basics as well as eye hand coordination drills to improve their skills. Tuesday & Th ursday 3:30-4:30 pm $15 per player

Hot Shots (Ages 6-11 years or depending on ability)

Our Hot Shots class is the next level up for the kids that uses a soft , standard size ball to give the kids a feel for the game. Th e kids learn more of the tennis basics with more advanced drills to develop footwork and eye hand coordination. Tuesday & Th ursday 4:30-5:30 pm $15 per player

Futures (Ages 12+ / tournament players)

Th is class is designed for high school students and players wanting to compete in junior tennis tournaments. Tennis fundamentals are stressed as well as footwork and game strategy.

Tuesday & Th ursday 5:30-6:30 pm $15 per player KID’S KORNER

JUNIOR GOLF CERTIFICATION

In accordance with the Ventana Canyon Golf & Racquet Club By-Laws, the golf staff will conduct a Junior Golf Certifi cation Program for all Junior Members 18 years of age and younger. Th is program is free of charge and will cover topics such as Th e Spirit of the Game, Rules and Etiquette on the Course, Safety, Pace of Play and Maintaining the Golf Course. Juniors will be classifi ed as Beginner, Intermediate or Advanced based upon playing ability, experience and knowledge of rules and etiquette. Th e golf staff will contact junior members to communicate the schedule of certifi cation classes.

After School Jr. Golf Program

Th e Junior Golf Aft er School pitching, full swing and etiquette. Program is back! Th e Th e cost for the program program will be limited will be $35 per class. Class- to fi ve children in each es will be held on Tuesdays class. Th is will allow our at 1:30 & 3:30 p.m. and Every Sunday instructional staff to Wednesdays at 3:30 p.m. Evening have the opportunity to If you would like more work more closely with information about this pro- each child to further gram or would like to sign Excluding Special Events develop their game. Th e program your child up please call Aaron in will focus on all aspects of their the golf shop at 520-577-4061. Available for children 10 game including: putting, chipping, and under. 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. VENTANA CANYON SWIIM TEAM Sunday night is the perfect AGE GROUP SWIM TEAM WORKOUT TIMES opportunity to bring the fam- High School Workout 3:30-5:30 p.m. Monday-Friday ily to the Club for dinner. 10-14 with State Times 4:30-5:30 p.m. Monday-Friday Forget about cooking and let 10-14 no State Times 5:00-6:00 or 6:30 p.m. Monday-Friday 8 and Unders 4:30-5:00 p.m. Tuesday-Friday us take care of everything for you. Lanes 1-6 are set aside for swim team during these hours, but on slow days we are often able to move swimmers around to open up another lane for lap swimmers. The busiest time for swim team is between 4:30-5:30 p.m. each night. For every adult entree pur- chased, receive one child SWIM LESSON INFORMATION We now have a new certifi ed swimming instructor at the Club. If you are interested entree off the kid‛s menu at in having swimming lessons, please call Charlie Smith at 218-849-6683, or call the no charge. pool at ext. 336 to schedule classes. Red Cross certifi ed levels 1-5 are available. Although if a more personalized lesson regime better suits your need please contact him and he will make it happen. Please call a few days in advance for scheduling purposes. GROUNDS Crew Continues to Work on Vegetation Growth Hopefully everyone had a safe golf season as of 12/23 are at 15 and you hit it and putt the short ones. and enjoyable holiday season. A rising. special thank Th e staff continues to work on As a reminder for those who live you for all vegetation growth throughout the on the golf course, please do not the treats and golf courses. Th e focus is on line of remove any vegetation behind your snacks that sight issues as well as in play areas home without approval from the were so gra- around the golf courses. All green- Club. Th ere is a golf course ease- ciously given side bunkers were again roto-tilled ment behind all homes and lots that to our staff in December. Th e process of roto- border the golf course. Th is ease- over the last tilling the bunkers improves the ment is to be left in a natural native few weeks. playability of the sand. It fl uff s or desert landscape. Th e easement area Th ey certainly soft ens the top 1 – 2” of sand, which is NOT intended to be maintained Wally Dowe enjoyed the will help eliminate the hardpan or manicured. holiday cheer. underneath. Th e hardpan causes the If you have any questions or Th e golf courses have responded club to bounce off the sand rather concerns please contact Wally Dowe well to the recent rainfall. We can- than going through the sand. (Director of Golf Course Mainte- not replace or duplicate Mother Please remember to repair your nance) 577-4013 or vventanacan-entanacan- Nature. December rainfall is at 2.7” ballmarks, fi ll your divots and avoid yyon1@qwestoffion1@qwestoffi cce.nete.net as of 12/23. Rainfall year to date is high traffi c areas. It is every golfers at 10.54”. Average annual rainfall responsibility to practice proper golf is just under 15”. Frost delays this course etiquette. Swing hard in case

Senior Golf 22012012 Tuesdays 8:00 a.m. Shotgun PPimaima CCupup SSchedulechedule January 3 March 6 January 10 March 13 1/12 12:30 p.m. January 17 March 20 CCouplesouples GolfGolf Heritage Highlands January 24 March 27 2/13 12:30 p.m. Event Fee: $20 per couple January 31 El Conquistador Dinner: $23.95 ++ per person April 3 3/5 12:30 p.m. February 7 April 10 Sunday, March 11 SaddleBrooke February 14 April 17 1:00 p.m. shotgun 4/16 1:00 p.m. February 21 April 24 The Views Golf Club February 28 Sunday, April 29 5/1 12:30 p.m. 1:00 p.m. shotgun Ventana Canyon Please call the Golf Shop to Please sign-up for these If you have any questions, please reserve your spot, events in the Pro Shop John Koretz at 577-6122. 577-4061. VENTANA CANYON GOLF ACADEMY NEW RULES FOR 2012 GOLF SCHOOL SCHEDULE

Th e USGA and the R&A, in their have put your club down immediately infi nite wisdom, fi nally got together in front of or behind the ball. Th e 1/6 Level 3 - 9am-12pm and let reason reign in their update of defi nition used to include that you the Rules of Golf for 2012. Every four would also have to take your stance. 1/14 Driving - 9-10:30am years the Rules of Golf are revised, 1/20 Level 2 - 9am-12pm mostly on the submission of player Smoothing Sand: request and some on the observance Rule 13-4, Decision 13-4/9.5 1/25 Fairway/Hyb - 9-10:30am of the governing bodies. I am summa- You may now smooth or rake the 1/27 Free Demonstration - 4pm rizing the revision to the rules so that sand in a bunker prior to playing your the language might make a little more fi rst shot as long as it is for the pur- 2/1 Level 2 - 9am-12pm sense. If you have any questions re- pose of tidying the course. For ex- garding the new rules, or any existing ample, you may clean up an area left 2/11 Approach Shots - 9-10:30am ones, please feel free to contact one of unraked before you play your shot. 2/15 Level 3 - 9am-12pm our professionals. You may do so only as long as you are not testing the surface or improving 2/24 Short Game - 9-10:30am Inspecting a Hazard: your stance, lie, swing, or line of play. 2/29 Putting - 9-10:30am Decision 26-1/1.3 Under previous decisions, you had Oscillating Ball: 3/2 Free Demonstration - 4pm to assess the condition of a water haz- Decision 14-5/2 ard to establish “virtual certainty” that If you make a stroke at an oscillat- 3/9 Level 1 - 9am-12pm your ball was in the hazard before you ing ball there is no penalty. Th e ball is 3/17 Driving - 9-10:30am proceeded under any water hazard not in motion. option. Now, if there is enough evi- Playing From the Wrong Place: Rule 3/28 Level 2 - 9am-12pm dence to suggest that your ball might 20-7c 4/4 Level 3 - 9am-12pm be in the hazard from your point of If you accidentally play from the view, you may use the options to drop wrong place, and do not commit a 4/18 Putting - 9-10:30am from a hazard. Such evidence might serious breach, the maximum penalty be a closely mown slope going into is two strokes. the hazard or fast turf conditions leading into it. OTHER NOTES Bridgestone golf will be here on Altering Conditions: January 18th to conduct ball fi ttings. 9 & DineDine ScheduleSchedule Decision 13-2/.5 During the process they will test your Th ere will not be a penalty for driver and irons with your current Friday, January 13 changing an area of the course as long ball and balls from their product as it doesn’t create a potential advan- categories. Each player will get com- 3:00 p.m. shotgun tage for you (stance, swing or line of parison data from a launch monitor play). For example, if you were tak- allowing you to determine what is Friday, February 17 ing a practice swing near a tree and best for your game. If you are inter- knocked a leaf off , you would have ested in participating, please call the 3:00 p.m. shotgunun previously been penalized. Now you golf shop to sign up. Each fi tting takes will not incur a penalty. approximately 15 minutes. Event Fee: $10 per couple Addressing the Ball: Brandon Smith Dinner: $23.95++ per person Definitions Head Golf Professional Th e new defi nition states that you have addressed the ball as soon as you GOLF

Mind/Body Connection Golf School

No one is broken in need of fi xing

All golfers can see improvement in their games

Spend a day with Susie Meyers learning to play golf to your potential. Understand how the mind and body connect to work together. Break through science and fundamental golf movements help you enjoy your game and improve.

Your mind is what directs your body which is what directs your ball which makes up your game!

Fundamental golf movements : full swing, half swing, short shots and putting.

Figuring out “your” formula for what you want to do begins your journey into the greatest game ever played!

Dates: January 13, 2012 January 20, 2012 January 27, 2012

Join us for one day, two days or all three!!

Begins at 11:00 a.m. with a light lunch and media presentation Instruction on the range and short game area from 12:00 – 1:30 p.m. Play 9 holes at 1:45 p.m. Th ere will be two groups and Susie will go back and forth between the groups.

Cost $160 includes lunch, instruction and 9 holes of golf

Sign up at [email protected]

Limited to 6 participants per each day KACHINA Kachina Schedule for 2012

January 23 El Conquistador February 20 Skyline March 19 Country Club of Green Valley April or early May La Paloma May 21 Mountain View/Preserve

This is a schedule that will have some updates and may be subject to change. Please sign-up in the Ladies Locker Room. Questions, please call Arlene Cohen, 615-3965 or via email at [email protected]. W.G.A. With the holidays over, it’s hard for the Cure which is being chaired Last, but certainly not least, to believe it’s 2012. Our Holiday by members of the Niners. Sign everyone should be thinking about scramble was well attended and at -ups are available in the locker room our signature event, the Hole in the the luncheon the WGA membership and through the Pro Shop. It’s an Wall in March, chaired by Carol contributed $1450 and 28 pounds of excellent cause and will be a great Howe. Please note the full informa- food to our holiday charity, the Tuc- aft ernoon. tion included in this issue of the son Community Food Bank. Th anks February has several special Vistas. to everyone for their generosity. events on the calendar. February It’s going to be a great rest of the As we move into the New Year, 2nd will be an informal guest day winter and a wonderful spring with there are several upcoming events where you can invite friends from exciting and fun events for everyone. that I’d like to highlight. First of all other clubs. February 16th and 23rd Please make sure you sign up on the President’s Cup, chaired by Peg are the Club Championship, chaired Chelsea and/or sheets in the locker Rosenquist and Judy Mott, is being by Kathleen Rizzi and Liz Iacono. room and if you have any ques- held on Januray 12th and the 19th. Th is event is fl ighted so everyone tions, don’t hesitate to ask a Board Th ose who sign up will be divided should be comfortable signing up. member, the chairs of the events, or into two teams with a Ryder cup for- We also have various Kachina Cups, Jason, our pro in the golf shop. See mat. It’s always proven to be great chaired by Arlene Cohen, coming you out there! competition and lots of fun. up which have sign-up sheets in the January 30th brings us the Rally locker room. Alex Smith

WGA Rules Corner: 2012 Changes

Situation: Carolyn's ball is on no penalty. Th e old rule required the before making your stroke. the green. She takes her stance and player to replace the ball and take a b. Diana is right because a new rule grounds her putter behind the ball. penalty stroke. Th is is a helpful rule to allows for the "sole purpose of Just before beginning her stroke, the understand especially on windy days caring for the course" as long as this ball moves one inch forward toward or extremely sloped greens where the action is not intended to infl uence the the hole. Carolyn sees this and says, ball may move due to forces that are physical conditions aff ecting play of "Oh, oh. My ball just moved but I not caused by the player. infl uencing the movement of the ball. didn't touch it or do anything to make Answer: b - Diana is correct. You it move." Th e other players in her Situation: Diana hit her ball into can now smooth sand or soil in a group agree that she did not cause the a greenside bunker. While entering hazard at any time with no penalty ball to move. the bunker she noticed that an area provided this action is for the sole What's the correct procedure for 10 yards away from her ball has heavy purpose of caring for the course. A Carolyn to take? footprints from not being raked by few years ago, a player in an LPGA a. Replace her ball and take a one a previous player. She picks up the tournament was penalized for rak- stroke penalty. rake and smooths the sand in this ing a fairway bunker she was not in b. Play the ball as it lies and take a area and then walks over to her ball because she was caring for the course. one stroke penalty. and plays her stroke. Her playing Later on the same hole, she hit into a c. Play the ball as it lies with no partner Bill says, "You have to take a greenside bunker and was penalized penalty. penalty stroke because you tested the because she had raked the fairway Answer: c - Under the new Rules sand before playing your shot." Diana bunker and "tested the conditions" of of Golf eff ective January 1, 2012, if a explains that a new rule allows her to the hazard before playing her shot. player is "virtually certain" that she rake the bunker with no penalty. Who Th is rule change is in part due to situ- did not cause her ball to move even is right? ations like this. aft er addressing her ball on the put- a. Bill is right because you can never ting green, she plays it as it lies with ground your club in a bunker Marie R. Miyashiro W.G.A. 2012 W.G.A. Schedule of Events 1/5 Assigned t-times “Good New Years Start” - Play your normal game. After the round, the Golf Shop will pick the nine holes counted, minus 1/2 handicap 1/12 Assigned t-times President’s Cup 1/19 8:00 a.m. shotgun President’s Cup 1/26 Assigned t-times “T & F” - Gross scores on all holes beginning with the letters T & F, minus 1/2 handicap 1/30 10:00 a.m. shotgun Swing for the Cure - Luncheon (chaired by the Niners) 2/2 Assigned t-times Informal Guest Day - Invite a guest (non-member of Ventana), no lunch 2/9 8:00 a.m. shotgun Luncheon/Meeting - Four Person “Shamble” - Pick the best drive out of foursome. Each player plays her own ball from the best drive. Two best ball net Golf Shop picks the foursome 2/16 Assigned t-times CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP 2/23 Assigned t-times CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP 3/1 Assigned t-times “Beat the Pro” - All players whose net scores are better then the net score of the Pro are all equal winners 3/8 8:00 a.m. shotgun Luncheon/Meeting - “Pick your Partner” - One low gross & one low net. Can be the same ball 3/15 Assigned t-times “Least Putts” - Gross score of all strokes taken with a putter ON the putting green 3/21 Assigned t-times HOLE IN THE WALL - Practice Round 3/22 8:00 a.m. shotgun HOLE IN THE WALL 3/23 8:00 a.m. shotgun HOLE IN THE WALL 3/29 Assigned t-times Low Net 4/5 Assigned t-times “Hate Em” - Before teeing off, circle two holes you hate the most. Subtract the scores on those two holes, minus full handicap 4/19 Assigned t-times “Wally’s Revenge” - Pick your own foursome 4/25 8:00 a.m. shotgun MEMBER/MEMBER 4/26 8:00 a.m. shotgun MEMBER/MEMBER WWGAGA - President’sPresident’s CCupup

The WGA annual event in January is the President’s Cup. It’s an election year, so don your red or blue as we form teams of the House and Senate to compete in a fun matchup of Ryder Cup format: 6-6-6 of best ball, alternate shot and individual match play. The competition is 2 weeks—January 12 and 19th with lunch and awards to follow after play on the 19th. The deadline to sign up is Janu- ary 6th , and if you can only play one of the weeks, we would like to have you participate, so we encourage you to sign up for that week. Please sign up in the ladies locker room or with Jason in the Pro Shop. You will be notifi ed of your team placement and colors to wear on the day of play. SOOO--- let’s all enter and show the real House and Senate we get the job done. If you have any questions, contact your committee—Peg Rosenquist, Marian Handy, or Judy Mott. This is a great event! NINER’S

Come enjoy a Niners’ New Year with us on Monday Tuesday or call the golf shop. mornings! Sign up now for the January 30 Swing for the Our Niners were weather-challenged on Mondays in Cure event if you haven’t already done so, and wear pink December due to rain and cold. Th e winners of our most that day to show your support. recent competition, a modifi ed Stableford format, were Your New Year calendar should defi nitely include our fi rst place, Cindy Jerrems; second place, Anne Duff y; tied January 9 Niners’ luncheon and Tosses for Pops, and our for third place, Dee Woodford and Toni McWilliams; and Feb. 13 eighteen-hole Valentine’s Event starting at 1 p.m. tied for fi ft h place, Sylvia Pozarnsky and Lana Holstein. Please also join us for the Niners’ Member/Guest day on Updated Niners’ Membership Rosters are available from March 5, with or without a guest. Th e guest fee of $45 in- Jackie Bartick, [email protected], for those who have not yet cludes lunch, cart, and prizes. Register your guest with our received one. Niners pro, Aaron Aguilar. Please continue to sign up at least 8 days before each We will also have recurring Wednesday 3 p.m. tee Monday’s play for our fun golf events planned by our ter- times set up for the Niners who wish to play together on rifi c pro, Aaron Aguilar. Wednesday aft ernoons. Sign up on the tee sheet every Anne Northrup

VVentanaentana CanyonCanyon 9er’s9er’s 20122012 ScheduleSchedule ofof EventsEvents

1/2 9 a.m. t-times - Buddy Tournament (2 Person) 1/9 9 a.m. shotgun - Tosses for Pops* 3/19 9 a.m. t-times - Ryder Cup 1/16 9 a.m. t-times - Mystery Game* 3/26 9 a.m. t-times - Hate Em’ 1/23 9 a.m. t-times - Free Play 4/2 9 a.m. shotgun/Luncheon - 4 Person Scramble 1/30 10 a.m. Swing for the Cure - shotgun/Luncheon 4/9 9 a.m. shotgun/Luncheon - Step Aside Scramble 2/6 9 a.m. shotgun/Luncheon - “G”olf String Game* 4/16 9 a.m. t-times - 4 Person Shamble 2/13 1 p.m. shotgun - 18-hole Valentine’s Event 4/23 9 a.m. t-times - Free Play 2/20 9 a.m. t-times - Mystery Game* 4/30 9 a.m. t-times - Free Play 2/27 9 a.m. t-times - Free Play 3/5 9 a.m. shotgun/Luncheon - Guest Day ABCD BB *Events with asterisk above are 3/12 9 a.m. t-times-Mystery Game* qualifying events for player of the year.

Niners Member/Guest Day March 5th Please join us!

All Niners are invited--with or without a guest! Guest fee: $45 Includes Lunch, Cart, Prizes

Registration: Call Aaron 577-4061

Questions? Aimee: [email protected] Jane: [email protected] M.G.A.

DECEMBER EVENT: Goisman. 3rd – 135. Bob Johnston, Ron Peterson, Steven Fine and Th e December event was our annual BOB DOG (Bob Don Pitt. O’Brian Director of Golf) Mystery Event. Th e format is 4th – 135. Dennis Gonzales, Leo Malone, David Annon unknown to all the participants until the morning of the and Andy Samet. event. Flight A Skins Th is year Bob came up with a “Hero” game. Th e fi eld con- Bergen, Cipriano, Auchincloss and Keefe. 3 skins sisted of four-man teams. On each hole, the team record- Hassey, Gordon, Citron and Abt. 2 skins ed their one best net ball and their one best gross ball. In Neal, Johnson, Zeidel and Cohen. 2 skins addition, one team member was named the team’s “Hero” Rupp, Granat, Park and Payson. 2 skins (or goat?) on every hole. Both that player’s net and gross Morling, Zacharias, Finley and Kolakoski. 1 skin scores had to be added to the best net and gross scores on the hole. Each team member rotated into the “Hero” role on every fourth hole. Flight B Skins Lee, Goisman, Hornick and Rose. 3 skins It was a lot of fun and put some pressure on everybody Crowe, Carolan, Aros and Keesal. 2 skins throughout the round. In addition to prizes for team low Greenberg, Ringel, Burke and Emmerson. 2 skins net and team low gross, there were also prizes for team net Goldenberg, Munic, Saltzman and Miron. 1 skin skins. And, with the “Hero” formula thrown in, there were Gozales, Malone, Annon and Samet. 1 skin a surprising number of skins won. Jeck, Jeck, Newman and Moore. 1 skin Perl, Ashton, Smith and Gaver. 1 skin The 2012 BOB DOG MYSTERY EVENT WINNERS: JANUARY EVENT: Flight A Low Gross: 1st – 145. Frank Cipriano, Bayard Auchincloss, Ed Keefe Be sure to sign up, in the Pro Shop or on Chelsea, for this and Rich Bergen. season’s President Cup (medal play this year), which will 2nd – 146. Ron Hassey, Mike Gordon, Dennis Citron and be played on Saturday, January 21st. Alan Abt.

Flight A Low Net 22012012 MM.G.A..G.A. EEvents:vents: 1st - 134. Rick Rupp, Ken Granat, David Park and Taylor Payson. 88:00:00 aa.m..m. SShotgunhotgun StartStart 2nd – 139. Jim Lent, Joe Valacich, Al Oakland and Jim Balch. January 21: 3rd - 139. Kevin Goode, Joel Goode, Michael Miller and President’s Cup Individual - Medal Play Michael Goode. 4th – 140. Jack Neal, Stuart Johnson, Neil Zeidel and Ed February 4: Cohen. Club Championship Match

Flight B Low Gross March 3: 1st – 160. Eddie Leon, Steve Bush, Robert Berens and Charity, Four-Man Stableford Danny Gasch. 2nd – 161. Bob Greenberg, Victor Ringel, Jim Burke and April 21: David Emmerson. Beat the Pro May 5: Flight B Low Net Ryder Cup 1st – 126. Woody Woodford, Don Trawicki and Ben Roth. 2nd – 134. Yong Lee, Robert Hornick, Will Rose and Phil FROM YOUR PERSONAL CONCIERGE Welcome 2012!

• Every Mon, Wed, Sat: “Birds of • 1/28-2/12: Tohono Chul” 8:30 am Walking “Gem & Tour Mineral • 12/30-1/8: “Th under in the Des- Showcase” ert” Native American celebration • 1/29: “Imago at Rillito Raceway Th eatre: • 1/1-2/5: “Ansel Adams” at UA ZooZoo” Center for Photography UApresents • 1/1-3/1: “El Nacimiento” at Tuc- at Centennial son Museum of Art Hall Arlene Corey • 1/4: “Birding Th rough Art His- tory” at Tucson Museum of Art Happening out of town: SSAVEAVE TTHEHE DDATE:ATE: • 1/7-8: “Tchaikovsky” Tucson • 1/1-12/30: “Interwoven Tradi- Symphony Orchestra at Foothills tions: Southwestern Textiles” High Amerind Museum 22/7/7 - MemberMember MMixerixer • 1/8: “Rhythms of Life: Apres un • 1/11-15: “Wings Over Willcox” 22/9/9 - BurgerBurger NNightight Reve” at Berger Center 22/14/14 - TSOTSO Valentine’sValentine’s DinnerDinner • 1/11: “Hopi Kachina-Ancient to Please stop by my desk any time 22/18/18 - B Bootsoots & BBolasolas Contemporary” at Tucson Mu- if you have questions about these or seum of Art other events. I’m always happy to 22/28/28 - MemberMember ArtArt ShowShow • 1/13: “Cab Calloway Orchestra” at help you make any needed arrange- Fox Th eatre ments. 33/8/8 - BurgerBurger NNightight • 1/13-15: “Zoppe Family Circus” 33/10/10 - 50’s50’s NightNight UApresents at UA Mall • 1/13 & 1/15: “Rite of Spring” TSO 33/13/13 - St.St. Patrick’sPatrick’s DayDay MemberMember at Tucson Music Hall MixerMixer • 1/14: “Doc Severensen & El 2012 Ritmo de la Vida” TSO at Tucson BOARD OF GOVERNORS: 44/8/8 - EasterEaster BBrunchrunch Music Hall • 1/14-15: “Halley’s Comet” at In- 44/12/12 - BurgerBurger NNightight Bob Johnstone visible Th eatre Chairman 44/27/27 - HappyHappy TrailsTrails MemberMember • 1/14-2/4: “Th e 39 Steps” at Ari- MixerMixer zona Th eatre Company Carolyn DeLuca • 1/18: “Wicked James Whistler” at Vice Chairman Tucson Museum of Art 55/10/10 - BurgerBurger NNightight • 1/20-22: “Old West Round-Up” 55/13/13 - MMother’sother’s DDayay BBrunchrunch memorabilia & collectables at Old BOARD MEMBERS: Tucson AAllll datesdates areare subjectsubject ttoo cchange.hange. • 1/21: “Forever Tango” UApresents Jerry Bressie at Centennial Hall Dale Goisman • 1/25: “Faces of Israel” fi lm & dis- Marv Grote cussion at JCC Marian Handy • 1/28: “Europa Galante, Fabio Ed Kolakoski Biondi & Vivica Genaux” UApre- Nancy Landes sents at Centennial Hall Bob Rasmus • 1/28-29: “Wicked Divas” TSO at Tucson Music Hall FITNESS Does Metabolism Affect Weight Gain? Part 1 For years we have heard" I gain people burn more calories than ercise is the main variable in how many weight because I have a slow metabo- those who are lighter, even calories you burn, it's actually your lism". Is there any merit to this state- though they remain heavier. resting metabolic rate that accounts ment? Have you ever wondered why Young adults burn more calories for the majority of your daily energy you keep getting heavier even though than older adults. Th e number requirement. Your resting metabolic you exercise and watch what you eat? of calories your body uses at rest rate slows as you get older and lose Perhaps you have a friend who eats (your resting metabolic rate) muscle mass. Fortunately, you CAN dessert every night and never gains accounts for 65 to 75% of the build muscle through activities such an ounce, whereas you seem to put on calories you burn each day. Your as Strength Training, Yoga and Pilates. more weight every year. resting metabolic rate decreases Muscle building exercises should be Th e answer does rest in your metabo- by about 10% per decade aft er done in addition to cardiovascular exer- lism: your body's conversion of what age 30. Some of this age related cise, which you need to keep your heart you eat and drink into either energy or decline is caused by the inevitable and blood vessels healthy," says Car- fat storage. slowing of metabolic processes. men Roberts, dietician at John Hopkins Unfortunately, your metabolism tends Most though can be attributed Medical Center. to slow down in your 30's, which makes to the gradual replacement of So here is how to Kick -start your avoiding weight gain in later years an muscle with fat, which burns metabolism! uphill battle. Th ere is good news! No fewer calories per pound. To speed up your metabolism, you matter what your age or how fi t you are, 2. Physical Activity: Your body will want to boost all three ways your you CAN take steps to speed up your in motion burns about 15% to body burns calories. metabolism. 30% of your daily calories. Some Add muscle! Each pound of muscle Th ere are three ways you burn calo- physical activity is in the form of burns about 6 calories per day. if you ries, all of which can be altered: resting exercise (biking or treadmill). are able to replace 5 pounds of fat with metabolic rate, physical activity and Much of it comes from everyday 5 pounds of muscle, you'll burn an how you process food. Your body's activities such as gardening, cook- extra 20 calories a day. this may not caloric requirements depends on these ing, walking and even fi dgeting. seem like much but the diff erence of 2 three factors; 3. Processing of food: the remain- pounds a year at 3,500 calories a pound 1. Resting Metabolic Rate: You ing 5% to 10% of your calories is translates to over 20 pounds a decade. burn calories even when you are burned while digesting, absorb- Strength Training exercises, such a lift - sleeping, reading or watching ing, transporting and storing ing weights or doing squats, lunges or T.V. Your body needs energy to what you consume. Th e energy sit-ups, can help you build muscle. carry out basic functions, such required for this process is re- as breathing, pumping blood and ferred to as the thermic eff ect of Margery Rubin repairing cells. Men burn more food. calories than women. Heavier "Although you may assume that ex- FITNESS SCHEDULE FOR JANUARY 2012 Strength Training: Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday All levels welcome. Class emphasizes muscle toning and strength using light weights, resis- Pilates Strength Yoga/Stretch Strength Pilates tance bands and balls. 9- 10 a.m. Training 4-5 p.m. Training 9- 10 a.m. 10-11 a.m. 10-11 a.m. YYoga/Stretch:oga/Stretch: Emphasis on fl exibility and range of motion, Classes are subject to change. Please call Margery at extension 326 for weekly updated specifi cally hamstring and lower back. Per- schedules. fect for golfers and tennis players A complete PERSONAL TRAINING: body stretch utilizing yoga techniques. Pilates By the time you read this the holiday damage will be done!!! Come Emphasis on balance while concentrating on see me to create a fi tness program designed to meet your goals for core strength using bands, balls and roller the New Year! I look forward to seeing you in the Fitness Room! pads. JJANUARYANUARY 20122012 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 3- 4 5 6 7 -Sunday Brunch 9-12 -Niners t-times -Senior Golf 8 a.m. shotgun -WGA t-times -Fundamental Tennis -Club Doubles 9-11 a.m. noon -Stroke of the Day Tennis -Knitter’s Knook -Jr. Tennis 3:30 - 6:30 Clinic -Prime Rib Night Clinic 11-12 noon 10:a.m. p.m. 9-10 a.m. 5:30-9 p.m. -Swim Team Practice 3:30-6 -Jr. Golf 1:30 & 3:30 p.m. -Swim Team Practice -Happy Hour 3-6 p.m. p.m. -Jr. Tennis 3:30 - 6:30 p.m. 3:30-6 p.m. -Swim Team Practice --ACBLACBL CharityCharity BridgeBridge -Swim Team Practice 3:30-6 3:30-6 p.m. 5 pp.m..m. p.m. -Golf School 9-12 noon -Top of the Ladder 6:30-8:30 p.m.

8 9 10 11 12 13 14 -Sunday Brunch 9-12 -Niners 9 a.m. shotgun --Senior Golf 8 a.m. shotgun -On-Course Rules Work- -WGA t-times Presi- Fundamental Tennis -Golf School 9-10:30 a.m. noon -Stroke of the Day Tennis -Knitter’s Knook shop 3:00 p.m dent’s Cup Clinic -Club Doubles 9-11 a.m. Clinic 11-12 noon 10:a.m. -Golf School 9-10:30 -Jr. Tennis 3:30 - 6:30 9-10 a.m. -Prime Rib Night -Swim Team Practice 3:30-6 -Jr. Golf 1:30 & 3:30 p.m. a.m. p.m. -Mind/Body Golf School 5:30-9 p.m. p.m. -Jr. Tennis 3:30 - 6:30 p.m. -Jr. Golf 3:30 p.m. -Swim Team Practice 11:00 a.m. --ACBLACBL CharityCharity BridgeBridge -Swim Team Practice 3:30-6 -Swim Team Practice 3:30-6 p.m. -Happy Hour 3-6 p.m. 5 pp.m..m. p.m. 3:30-6 p.m. -Burger Night 5-9 p.m. -Swim Team Practice -Member Mixer 5:30-7 -Viva Italia 5:30-9 p.m. 3:30-6 p.m. p.m. .-Rib Night 5:30-9 p.m. -Top of the Ladder 6:30-8:30 --99 & DDineine 33:00:00 pp.m..m. p.m.

15 16 17 18 19 20 21 -Sunday Brunch 9-12 -Niners 9 a.m. t-times --Senior Golf 8 a.m. shotgun -Jr. Golf 3:30 p.m. -WGA t-times Presiden’t -Golf School 9-12 p.m. -MGA Event 8 a.m. noon -Stroke of the Day Tennis -Knitter’s Knook -Swim Team Practice Day -Fundamental Tennis shotgun Clinic 11-12 noon 10:a.m. 3:30-6 p.m. -Jr. Tennis 3:30 - 6:30 Clinic 9-10 a.m. -Club Doubles 9-11 a.m. -Swim Team Practice 3:30-6 -Jr. Golf 1:30 & 3:30 p.m. -Viva Italia 5:30-9 p.m. p.m. -Mind/Body Golf School -Lesson Blitz (all day) p.m. -Jr. Tennis 3:30 - 6:30 p.m. -Swim Team Practice 11:00 a.m. -Prime Rib Night --ACBLACBL CharityCharity BridgeBridge -Swim Team Practice 3:30-6 3:30-6 p.m. -Happy Hour 3-6 p.m. 5:30-9 p.m. 5 pp.m..m. p.m. -Swim Team Practice -Top of the Ladder 6:30-8:30 3:30-6 p.m. p.m.

22 23 24 25 26 27 28 -Sunday Brunch 9-12 -Niners 9 a.m. t-times (free --Senior Golf 8 a.m. shotgun -Golf School 9-10:30 -WGA t-times -Fundamental Tennis -Club Doubles 9-11 a.m. noon play) -Knitter’s Knook a.m. -Jr. Tennis 3:30 - 4:30 Clinic -Prime Rib Night -Stroke of the Day Tennis 10:a.m. -Jr. Golf 3:30 p.m. p.m. 9-10 a.m. 5:30-9 p.m. Clinic 11-12 noon -Jr. Golf 1:30 & 3:30 p.m. -Swim Team Practice -Swim Team Practice -Mind/Body Golf School -Swim Team Practice 3:30-6 -Swim Team Practice 3:30-6 3:30-6 p.m. 3:30-6 p.m. 11:00 a.m. p.m. p.m. -Viva Italia 5:30-9 p.m. -Happy Hour 3-6 p.m. --ACBLACBL CharityCharity BridgeBridge -Franciscan Wine Dinner -Swim Team Practice 5 pp.m..m. 6:30 p.m. 3:30-6 p.m. -Top of the Ladder 6:30-8:30 -Golf School 4 p.m. p.m. .-Rib Night 5:30-9 p.m.

29 30 31 -Sunday Brunch -Stroke of the Day Tennis --Senior Golf 8 a.m. 9-12 noon Clinic 11-12 noon shotgun -Swim Team Practice -Knitter’s Knook 3:30-6 p.m. 10:a.m. --ACBLACBL CharityCharity BridgeBridge -Jr. Golf 1:30 & 3:30 5 pp.m..m. p.m. --SwingSwing forfor thethe CureCure -Jr. Tennis 3:30 - 6:30 EEventvent 1100 aa.m..m. sshotgunhotgun p.m. & TennisTennis TournamentTournament -Swim Team Practice 3:30-6 p.m. -Book Club 6:15 p.m. -Top of the Ladder 6:30- 8:30 p.m.

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