Gull Lake Country Club 2020 Family Fun Guide Where Family and Fun Come First!

Gull Lake Country Club 2020 Family Fun Guide Where family and fun come first!

Table of Contents Golf…………...3 Racquet Sports…………...9 Junior Sailing…………...14 Adult Sailing…………...18 Summer Camp…………...19 Kids Night Out…………...21 Swimming Lessons/Beachfront…………...22 Winter Activities…………...24

Contact Information General Manager - Tim Ward - [email protected] (269)-629-1977 Head Golf Professional - Dan Urban - [email protected] (269)-629-1970 Racquet Sports - Billy Heckman- [email protected] (269)-779-9656 Junior & Adult Sailing - Mike MacQueen - [email protected] (269)-808-2260 Beachfront Director - Chris Furlong - [email protected]

Main Club House - (269)-629-9714 Pro Shop - (269)-629-9311 Greenside Grill - (269)-629-9321 Quarter Deck - (269)-629-1969

2 Golf

Club Golf Events May 25th– Memorial Day Shotgun July 4th– Stars & Stripes Shotgun September 7th– Labor Day Shotgun

Polar Bear Shotgun The Polar Bear features an 8:30am breakfast & 9:30am shotgun start. The format for this event is best 2 of 4 balls. On course games, including a beat the Pro, will also be played. This event is $65 per person (guests are welcome) and includes golf, cart, breakfast, and prizes.

Memorial Day Shotgun The Memorial Day event features a 7:30am breakfast & 8:30am shotgun start. The format for this event is the Money Ball (Yellow Ball). Each player from the team plays the money ball on holes that are pre- selected at random by the pro shop staff. The money ball plus the best ball of the remaining 3 players determines your best 2 ball score on each hole! This event is $65 per person (guests are welcome) and includes golf, cart, breakfast, and prizes. On course games, including a beat the Pro, will also be played.

Stars & Stripes Shotgun This July 4th annual event features a 7:30am breakfast followed by an 8:30am shotgun. The format for this event is Red, White & Blue: Men play 6 holes from the red tees, 6 holes from the white tees, and 6 holes from the blue tees. Women will play from a designated forward tee throughout the round. Three scores will count on Par 3’s, two scores on the Par 4’s and one score on Par 5’s. The price of this event is $65 per person (guests are welcome) and includes golf, cart, breakfast, and prizes. On course games, including a Beat The Pro, will also be played.

Labor Day Shotgun The Labor Day event kicks off with a 7:30am breakfast followed by an 8:30am shotgun start. This is a 4 person event using 1 best ball on holes 1-6, 2 best balls on holes 7-12, & 3 best balls on holes 13-18. The price for this event is $65 per person (guests are welcome) and includes golf, cart, breakfast, and prizes. On course games, including a beat the Pro, will also be played.

3 Men’s Golf 2020 Men’s Major Golf Events April 21st- Men’s Tuesday League (Opening Day) August 6th- 8th- Men’s Invitational

May 21st- Thursday Match Play League (Opening August 22nd & 23rd- Men’s Club Championship Day) September 5th- Columbo Cup July 17th & 18th- Men’s Member-Member

July 25th & 26th- Senior Club Championship

Tuesday Men’s Day / Tee Game Sign up at the beginning of the year to play in the Men’s Stableford League. This is a men’s day / league where you participate in a different event each week as well as special front nine games for a chance to win beverage tickets. $125 per person for the year.

Men’s Thursday 2-Person Team Match Play League Pick a partner for the year to play each Thursday evening in a league featuring a points format and weekly play against different opponents. This is a 2 person best ball, match play format with 9 points per match up for grabs. Weekly prize drawings and a large payout for the surviving final teams make this an exciting league. The league is $150 per player and includes prizes and weekly raffles.

Men’s Invitational The Invitational is the premiere golf event of the year at Gull Lake Country Club being played Au- gust 6-8. This tournament gives you the chance to invite a guest to the club and experience all that the Gull Lake Country Club has to offer. More information and the E-vite will come out in the Spring.

Men’s Member-Member (2-Day) The Men’s Member-Member is an improved 2-day 2-person team event. Members will be playing 18 holes of best ball on Friday and two different nine hole formats on Saturday. Pick your own partner for this handicapped event. This event is a $500 (cash) entry per team that includes golf, cash prizes, and a tee gift.

Men’s Senior Club Championship This Club Championship is for players age 50 and over. The tournament is a two round stroke play event to determine the 2020 Senior Club Champion. There will be awards for gross and net as well as flights for different age groups. $40 per person. Men’s Club Championship The Club Championship will be played over three rounds in the scratch flight and two rounds in additional flights to determine the 2020 champion golfer for the year. $40 per person. Columbo Cup The Columbo Cup is an A/B blind draw 2-person team event (With Handicap). This is a 27-hole event playing 9 holes of best ball, 9 holes of scramble, & 9 holes of alternate shot. The event is a $100 (cash) entry per person. Payouts will be in cash for the overall winners as well as the 9-hole format winners.

Women’s Golf 2020 Women’s Golf Events

July 7th - Ryder Cup July 14th - Women’s Member-Member July 28th & 30th- Women’s Club Championship August 14th & 15th - Women’s Classic

Women’s Club Championship This is an individual event with players in different flights competing over two rounds to determine the 2020 champion. $25 per person. Women’s Classic The women’s member-guest is a 2 day event with an afternoon shotgun on Friday August 14th, and morning shotgun on Saturday August 15th. Teams will play a 36 hole ringer best ball format as well as having on course games and after golf contests. Details to follow. Tuesday 18-Hole League  Tuesday’s from April 23rd through August 25th + fall games in September  Cost: $125 for the season  Check In at 8:30am, Ball Toss at 8:45am  Start time 9:00am all season The Tuesday morning league brings a variety of games and events to test every area of your game. Each week is its own event, so there is no penalty if you can’t make one. This league offers great camaraderie as well as some friendly competition.

Wednesday Nine, Dine & Wine  Wednesday Evening Tee Times between 5:00 - 7:00 pm  May 1st - August 26th  Cost is $75.00 for the season The Wednesday league offers a casual evening 9 hole (or less) league with an emphasis on the enjoyment of the game. We encourage players to record a 9 hole score in order to establish an official handicap. Each Wednesday consists of a different game that players of all skill levels can enjoy. A select starting tee is reserved from 5:00pm – 7:00pm for league participants only. Golf followed by a great dinner, makes for a great nine, dine & wine night! Continue the fun at Wet & Wild Wednesday’s starting upon completion of the pavilion.

Couples Golf 2020

Friday Twilight Golf  July 10th – 5:00pm Arrival- 6:00pm Start  July 24th– 5:00pm Arrival- 6:00pm Start

The Twilight Golf events at Gull Lake Country Club are a fun combination of golf meets party. Come for the golf, or the party, or do a bit of both. The price for these events is $80 per couple and includes golf, cart, food, and awards. These events are open to golf members and their guests. Social members are welcome to play as guests of a golf member. Any exceptions will be advertised.

Couples Club Championship The Couples Club Championship will be contested on Sunday, July 12th. The format is a combination of best ball and alternate shot. All play will be handicapped. $80 per couple.

6 Junior Golf 2020

Schedule of Junior Events July 23rd & 24th– Junior Golf Camp #2 July 29th– Junior Club Championship August 20th & 21st– Junior Golf Camp #3

Junior Club Championship The “Season Ending” Championship is open to all junior golfers. The field will be split into age flights by gender. Each age group will play nine, five, or three holes, and a champion will be crowned in each flight. Junior Individual/Private Golf Lessons Individual private lessons will be available with all professionals at Gull Lake Country Club. Any custom package can be created to meet the availability and needs of each student. Please contact the professional staff for additional information and pricing. Group Golf Lessons Popular for the younger junior golfers are group classes. A group lesson can be 2-5 junior golfers at one time. Prices are based on the amount of students per group. Please contact the golf professional staff for more details. Private Lessons

Dan Urban, Head Golf Professional $80.00 Per Hour

Josh Burt Assistant Golf Professional $75.00 Per Hour Series of 3 - $200.00

Camp #1– June 25th - 26th Schedule for Junior Golf Camp Camp #2– July 23rd - 24th Thursday: 9:00am – 2:00pm Camp #3– August 20th - 21st Friday: 9:00am – 2:00pm

Our camps will help junior golfers with the fundamentals needed to enjoy the game of golf for years to come. At Gull Lake we would like to see our future golfers achieve high levels of golf success through proper instruction and understanding the 9 Core Values.

Perseverance: Do your best despite obstacles

Judgment: Make thoughtful decisions Integrity: Do what is right even when no one is watching Honesty: Tell the truth / Calling a penalty on yourself Responsibility: Take care of your own and others' equipment and the golf course Respect: Listen, follow directions and rules - Wear proper attire Sportsmanship: Treat others kindly & abide by the rules Courtesy: Take turns, be friendly, shake hands, be still and quiet Confidence: Focus on what you do well, maintain a positive attitude

Each day we will have short breaks as well as a lunch break!

All golf camps at Gull Lake strive to create the Ultimate Junior Golf Experience. All camps are open to junior golfers from 6-16 years old. We will offer unique programming to accommodate varying skill levels of all our golfers, and emphasize the basics of the game. We will cover the essentials needed to learn and enjoy this great game. The professional staff will cover PGA (Posture, Grip & Alignment,) the full swing, short game, course management, etiquette and basic rules of the game. Your child will come out of this program knowing how to play the game and enjoy the golf course. The focus of the program is to teach each junior golfer at his/her own level so future improvement and self-discovery will be easier to attain. The camps will be featuring fun training aides such as golfzilla, snag golf, and the golf gator!

Price Per Child (Price includes: instruction, tee gift, prizes, food & beverage) Camp Prices Golf Social Each Camp $175 $200

8 Tennis Tennis, here we come!

After a long wait and much consideration, we have finally come up with the best plan for 2020 summer programming on the courts. The safety and well-being of all players and staff members remains the first and foremost consideration of the GLCC, GLHS & USTA. We feel that we are reducing the risks as best we can wile still providing a comprehensive tennis program this summer. That said, we ask that players act responsibly by bringing their own equipment (besides balls, of course), as well as water bottles, and also abide by the overarching social distancing rules put out by our state. This includes waiting in cars for drop-off and pick-up. It is our mission to organize and manage players and equipment in the saf- est possible way while in our control. Please also note that alcohol is forbidden on high school grounds and a restroom will be accessible to players and properly cleaned each day. Thanks in advance for your understanding and participation!

GLCC programming will run Monday, July 6th- Saturday, August 8th on courts 5-8 at Gull Lake High School Adult Tennis and Evaluations Have you been away from tennis for years and would like to get back on court? Have you always want- ed to try tennis, but haven’t found the right way to get started? This is your summer to get comfortable and gain confidence on-court. Contact Billy Heckman ([email protected]) to set up an evaluation and then start learning the game in a small group lesson or with private instruction.

Private Tennis Lessons Director of Tennis & Head Pro, Billy Heckman: -$65 per hour -$35 per half hour Assistant Pro: Tennis Staff: - $50 per hour - $25 per half hour - $30 per hour - $15 per half hour

Private Groups Available Are you worried about it being your first time on the court? A private tennis lesson will give you 1-on-1 time with your instructor allowing you to find your comfort zone. Are you already an accomplished tennis player who has been working on your game for years? Whether you are looking to work on your slice serve or clean up your footwork, we guarantee we will help you refine your game. No matter what your skill level we are confi- dent we can pair you up with an instructor who perfectly suits you. One private lesson is rarely enough to see any kind of improvement on your tennis game, so take advantage a personalized lesson package. Check with Billy for more details on the lesson packages.

9 Adult Tennis Programs Cardio Tennis Are you bored with your current workout routine & need to find a healthy new way to burn extra calories? Cardio tennis is a fun and healthy workout for everyone. Cardio is a high-energy workout that will natural- ly improve your tennis skills, whether you have played or not. This class will have three segments: warm up, cardio workout and cool down. Join in the fun!

 $14 per class

Summer Cardio Tennis Schedule  Wednesday, July 8- Wednesday August 5 6:00 pm- 7:00 pm  Friday, July 10- Friday August 7 1:30 pm- 2:30 pm  Saturday, July 11- Saturday, August 8 9:00 am- 10:30 am

Beginner Adult Tennis Please contact Billy if you are interested in learning tennis this summer. Small groups will be formed to accommodate those players that would like to learn the game.

Adult Tennis Drop-In Drills Drill runs regardless if one player drops in or nine players drop in. The policy will be 1 player = 30 minutes private instruction, 2 players = 1 hour of instruction and 3 players or more = full 1.5 hour drill.

Intermediate Tennis Drop-In Drill  Thursday, July 9 - August 6 10:30 am-11:30 am  $14 per player

This tennis drill is perfect for an player who can judge where the ball is going and sustain a short rally with other players of the same ability. The drill will focus on stroke production an developing shop placement with strategy. If you are unsure what level is right for you, contact Billy for an evaluation.

Advanced Tennis Drop-In Drill  Thursday, July 9 - August 6 8:30 am-10:00 am  $18 per player

This tennis drill is perfect for those ladies and gentleman who want to work on certain strokes & strategies while getting a great work out. Live ball and dead ball drills will be used to enhance your current tennis game. If you are unsure what level is right for you, contact Billy for an evaluation.

10 Adult Tennis Programs Continued… Men’s Doubles Tennis League This long standing league plays every Monday night. If you are interested in being a weekly player or a summer sub, please reach out to Billy and he will pass your information onto the League Coordinator. Each week the group plays several sets of doubles. Play begins at 6:30 pm and will use all four courts. Pickleball With your safety in mind, and per social distancing guidelines, we will only permitting “open play,” and not offering clinics at this time. Furthermore, we are encouraging singles-play only. If you choose to play doubles during open play periods, please choose partners from your household only until fur- ther notice. We will be taping out the pickleball lines on courts 5 & 6 over at the high school tennis courts. Open Play Schedule Open Play is open to any member on a first come first serve basis.

 Monday 4:00-6:00 pm

 Tuesday 4:30-6:30 pm

 Wednesday 4:30-5:30 pm

 Thursday 4:30-6:30 pm

 Friday 4:30-6:30 pm

11 Junior Tennis

Our junior tennis program is designed for all levels, ages 3 to 18. Junior players have a choice to come to one, two or three days of tennis each week. We understand that your summer is busy and you can’t come every week. When signing up, please indicate how many days/weeks your child will attend. Members are charged at the end of the month for the number of classes attended. Please email or call Billy to enroll your kids ([email protected] or 269-779-9656)

Junior Tennis Programming Monday, July 6th- Friday, August 7th

Junior Development - Instructional Summer Programs

Tennis Tots - Red Balls (Ages 3-5)  Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday 9:00 am-9:30 am  Cost- $8/Class

Your future little star will focus on having fun while learning basic movement, catching, throwing, hitting and balance skills necessary to play tennis. Your child will learn these skills while using modified balls on a modified tennis court. Please email or call Billy to enroll your child ([email protected] or 269-779- 9656)

Rookies - Red & Orange Balls (1st - 4th Grade)  Monday, Wednesday & Friday 12:00 pm-1:00 pm  Cost $14/Class

Players will learn the proper technique for groundstrokes, volleys and serves. We will also work on developing rally skills, working with a partner, and correct footwork. Rallying together and learning to develop a point will be a key focus. Players at this level can participate in the interclub matches against KCC & BCCC. Please email or call Billy to enroll your child ([email protected] or 269-779-9656)

12 Superstars- Green Dot & Regulation Balls (5th - 8th Grade)

 Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 2:30 pm-4:00 pm

 Cost - $18/Class

This class reinforces proper technique with a focus on serving and learning the concepts of singles, doubles. Players at this level can participate in the interclub matches against KCC and BCCC. Please email or call Billy to enroll your child ([email protected] or 269-779-9656) Hitters- Regulation Balls (9th - 12th Grade)

 Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday 10:00 am-11:30 am

 Cost - $18/Class

These players have developed their strokes and can construct a point. The class will focus on proper exe- cution during point play while fine tuning footwork and stroke patters. Please email or call Billy to enroll your child ([email protected] or 269-779-9656) Elite (High School Varsity Players Only)

 Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday 10:00 am-11:30 am

 Cost - $18/Class

This is our top junior level at GLCC. These players have chosen tennis as one of their main sports. Play- ers are focused on playing Varsity on their high school team. Please email or call Billy to enroll your child ([email protected] or 269-779-9656)

Match Play (ages 8-18)

 Saturdays 11:00 am-1:00 pm

 Cost - $14/Class

Match play is a great way to take the skills that are learned in class and put it to the test. While there will not be inter-club matches held this year, we will be playing practice matches to help our kids understand the rules of the game and improve overall.

13 Junior Sailing Hello Members of the Gull Lake Country Club.

My name is Mike MacQueen and I am looking forward to another summer as Director of Sailing at Gull Lake. Our team of instructors have a genuine passion for sailing and enjoy teaching others how to enjoy the opportunities and rewards that the sport has to offer.

It is our goal to provide a fun, engaging and safe environment for your children to experience sailing on the most beautiful lake in West Michigan. This year we will be offering classes that will meet every Mondays & Tuesdays beginning on July 6th and ending on August 11th. There will not be any sailing the week of 4th of July.

Awards Centennial Cup: Fleet Champions:  Awarded to the best all around sailor in the group  Beginner Fleet Champion Percy Verance:  Intermediate Fleet Champion  Persevering and overcoming a unique situation  Advanced Fleet Champion Boudeman Cup Representative Most Improved Sailor:  Upon successful completion of the Advanced  Beginner Fleet Champion Sailing Course, the instructors may select a junior  Intermediate Fleet Champion sailor to represent the program Boudeman Cup. If a student is selected, they will race against the fleet  Advanced Fleet Champion champions of the Star, 210, J/22, Flying Scot and Cruiser classes for the title of overall Club Sportsmanship: Champion.  Beginner Fleet Champion

 Intermediate Fleet Champion Please Note:  Advanced Fleet Champion *Junior sailing lessons will not take place on Ticknor Trophy: Wednesday, July 4th!  Overall sailing ability, sportsmanship and achievement *If you are interested in Private Junior Sailing Lessons, please contact Mike MacQueen at [email protected]

14 Junior Sailing Classes

Morning Sailing $325 ($50 multiple child discount)- Ages 7-55- Members Only Mondays & Tuesdays: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm This course meets two days a week and is provided as an introduction to sailing. Basic nomenclature, boat handling and safety will be taught. At the end of the course, participants will:

 Rig/de-rig an Optimist dinghy with a minimum amount of help

 Demonstrate responsibility for personal safety

 Practice sun safety and select proper clothing for conditions

 Assess sailing conditions and skill level

 Understand port/starboard rule

 Sail around a triangle course

 Capsize and right an Opti dinghy Afternoon Sailing $325 ($50 multiple child discount)- Ages 52 and up- Members Only Mondays & Tuesdays: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm This course meets two days a week. In addition to the skills listed above, participants will increase their knowledge of sailing as a sport and understand the roles of helming and crewing on a 420 dinghy. Upon successful completion of the course, participants will:

 Rig/de-rig an Optimist dinghy with a minimum amount of help

 Demonstrate responsibility for personal safety

 Practice sun safety and select proper clothing for conditions

 Assess sailing conditions and skill level

 Understand port/starboard rule

 Sail around a triangle course

 Capsize and right an Opti Dinghy

 Crew on a 420 dinghy helm on a 420 dinghy

 Understand basic right of way rules

 Complete an organized race as a skipper

 Rig and de-rig a 420 dinghy

 Launch and retrieve a 420 dinghy

 Capsize and rescue a singlehanded dinghy (Laser)

15 Continued... If you have a sailor that is trying to balance the demands of high school sports and summer training programs, we are very willing to work with their schedule to offer sailing opportunities for skill development and experience during these busy years.

We will also be offering private lessons with any of our instructors. If you hare interested in Private Junior Sailing Lessons, please contact Mike MacQueen at [email protected]. Students are required to bring their own proper fitting life jacket, whistle and lanyard, proper attire (synthetic or other quick-drying material), sunscreen and footwear.

Registration: To register for any of these events, contact Mike MacQueen at [email protected].

16 The Advanced Sailing class will be held on Wednesdays and Thursdays at times that will be adjusted to meet the needs of the students. Participants in this class will have completed the Intermediate class and will have a strong interest in racing. The activities will consist of a racing program in either or both Lasers and 420s. The 420s will be supplied by the Club and the Lasers will be supplied by the students. The students will also be encouraged to take part in other Yacht Club activities. Upon successful completion of the course, participants will:

 Rig/de-rig a 420 or Laser dinghy with a minimum amount of help

 Demonstrate responsibility for personal safety

 Practice sun safety and select proper clothing for conditions

 Assess sailing conditions and skill level

 Understand port/starboard rule

 Sail around a triangle course

 Capsize and right an Opti Dinghy

 Crew on a 420 dinghy

 Helm on a 420 dinghy

 Understand basic right of way rules

 Complete an organized race as a skipper

 Rig and de-rig a 420 dinghy

 Launch and retrieve a 420 dinghy

 Capsize and rescue a singlehanded dinghy (Laser)

 Demonstrate at least two different starting techniques

 Racing roles of crew and helmsman on a two man dinghy

 Be prepared to successfully crew on Wednesday and Sunday races at GLYC

 Successfully helm a boat on Wednesday and Sunday races at GLYC

 Understand all racing rules Equipment Requirements

Optimist Dinghies and 420s (two man dinghies) will be provided to enrollees by the Gull Lake Junior Sailing Program. Lasers will need to be owned and maintained by the students enrolled in the courses. It should not be assumed that there will be Lasers owned by the Gull Lake Junior Program that are available to use during class time. Students are required to bring their own proper fitting life jacket, whistle and lanyard, proper attire

Registration To register for any of these events, contact Mike MacQueen at [email protected]

17 Adult Sailing Adult Sailing Classes

 Monday Evenings

 July 6th - August 10th 6:00 - 8:00 pm

 Cost: $250

It is never too late to learn how to sail! Adult sailing classes start at the beginner level with an understanding of basic boat handling and nomenclature being the primary goals. Instruction in the private or semi-private setting can be adapted to the student interest level, be it pleasure sailing, basic racing or as crew for skipper/owner. The Flying Scot sailboat will be the primary training boat. As the class progresses, other boats will be introduced to provide exposure to the different sailing characteristics of different designs. Participants need only to provide their own life jackets. Please provide a short notice contact in case of weather.

Adult/Child Sailing Classes

 Tuesday Evenings  July 6th- August 4th- 6:00 pm  Cost: $400

Registration

Registration: To register for any of these events contact Mike MacQueen at [email protected] If you are interested in Adult Private Lessons please contact Mike MacQueen.

18 Summer Camp

Welcome Back Campers! We are looking forward to seeing returning campers and meeting new ones! We are planning on having new guests this year along with returning favorites! We are going to have Meet the Staff days during camp also, this way campers will get to learn about all of the different departments that are involved in creating the wonderful environment that members and guests get to experience. We want you to know that every child is welcome and that you don't have to make a week long commitment to any of the weeks. If you would like to have your child attend just the day of the specials guest event, give us a call and sign up! If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact Campers ages 4-12 are welcome Bella at [email protected] or at 269-832-1112! Camp Hours: 9 am- 4 pm Wrap Around Care: 7 am- 9 am 4 pm- 6 pm

Kids’ summer camp at GLCC is designed to ensure that every camper not only has a recreational summer but one also filled with educational and motivational opportunities. Campers will participate in age appropriate activities. Camp is limited to 18 campers daily and we provide a camper to staff ratio of 6:1 to assure the best possible experience for our campers.

What to Bring to Camp Everyday  Small backpack/lunchbox that contains snacks and lunch, if your camper will not be ordering lunch from the Quarterdeck. We have added a mini refrigerator so that the children can keep their lunch cold!

 Sunscreen - please provide a bottle or spray. If you would like to leave it at camp every day that is fine, please put your child’s name on it!

 Swimsuit & Towel

 Sunglasses and/or a Hat

 Life vest or swimmies

 Water shoes for swimming and lake-related activities

 Please have your child wear comfortable clothes and closed-toed shoes each day

 Last but certainly not least, please send along a plastic bag for wet items

Please make sure that you label all of your camper’s belongings!

19 We are bringing in some new indoor/outdoor activities, along with last summer’s favorites and other fun sur- prises that are still in the works.. We are still working on our special guest line up for the summer and will be sure to keep you all updated

Camp this year will start on June 17th and will go until September 1st.

Fee & Registration Information

Family Fees per Day:  1 Camper- $50  2 Campers- $43 each  Each Additional Camper- $27 Family Fees per Week  1 Camper- $185  2 Campers- $160 each  Each Additional Camper- $135

20 Kids Night Out Wednesdays Drop your children off at the Platform Tennis Hut and let  5:30 - 10:00 pm them enjoy games, activities and fun all evening long while  June 15th - August 31st you enjoy a round of golf, a tennis match or just a quiet Fridays dinner in our Boat Bar! We do ask that you remain on the club premises at all times.  5:30 - 10:00 pm This is available for children 4 years and older and to those  Every Friday Night (June 1- Aug 31) who are potty trained. Cost

 $15 Includes Dinner

Registration

To register for any of these events, contact the Bella Hakman at [email protected] or at 269-268-3719.

21 Swimming Lessons Swim lessons are a fun and worthwhile activity that will teach children the skills they will need to be safe in and around the water. In swim lessons, we will teach and perfect the knowledge of each stroke and safety skills so each child will know what to do while they are on and around the water. We will take one lesson to be specifically on boating and other safety skills. Each lesson will run for 35 minutes, Monday through Thursday for two weeks (Fridays will be a make-up day in case of bad weather). You may also choose from one of our other options to either do lessons on a day-to-day basis or you can do private lessons if either of those are more convenient for your schedule. Times are determined by what levels are in need for each session. Please know that your children can spend the day at Kids Camp and the counselors will make sure your child makes it to their lesson. Swim classes will begin Monday, June 19th and are available to children of all ages!

Learn-to-Swim Levels: Minnows (Level 1) - Introduction to Water Skills This level is designed to make swimmers feel comfortable without their parents. We will be learning a lot of fundamentals in this level such as how you use your arms and kick your legs correctly. Blow Fish (Level 2) - Fundamental Aquatic Skills Within this level, the swimmers will be learning to swim alone on their stomachs, swimming front crawl. Al- so, they will start learning the other strokes like backstroke and elementary backstroke. They will also have a brief introduction to breast stroke kick. Children should already have grasped the basic concept of how to swim by this level but aren’t strong enough yet to swim without a life jacket. Star Fish (Level 3) - Stroke Development In this level, swimmers will perfect the strokes that they learned in level 2. They will also be introduced to breast stroke and sidestroke. Students should be able to perform the strokes that they learned in level 2 by themselves, but we will work on making them stronger and more efficient. Sting Ray (Level 4) - Stroke Improvement In level 4, swimmers will begin to learn the butterfly technique along with perfecting all the other strokes. Swimmers will also begin to start learning other skills, such as dives and treading water. Piranha (Level 5) - Stroke Refinement The objective of this level is for students to be coordinated in all of the key strokes. They will also perfect their dives and begin to learn flip turns. Sharks (Level 6) - Swimming and Skill Proficiency The goal in this level is to make students comfortable enough with their strokes so that they can effectively swim 50 yards by themselves of each stroke. They will learn how to make their strokes faster and stronger.

22 Hello GLCC Members!

Welcome Chris Furlong, our new Beachfront Director!

Chris has a B.A. in Physical Education and Recreation from Olivet College and over 12 years of teaching experience. He is a Health and Nutrition teacher and a wrestling coach at Portage Northern High School. Chris enjoys working with people of all ages and looks forward to spending the summer at the beach having fun with the members. Private Lessons These are mainly for students who would like more individual attention.

Rates

8 sessions - $65 per student Day-by-Day - $15 per student Private Lessons - $12 per half hour or $15 per hour BEACH RULES No Running on the docks No diving in shallow water No swimming under the trampoline Do not move the small slide off beach Do not hang on the volleyball net Children under 10 MUST be accompanied by an adult or with one of the Kids Camp directors Stay within the designated swim area No throwing rocks or seaweed No animals are allowed on beach property Lifeguard has final authority of interpretation of rules Registration

For any questions about swim lessons, to see the detailed agenda for each level, or to register for swim lessons, please contact our Beachfront Director, Chris Furlong at [email protected].

23 Popular Social events

 4th of July Cookout & Fireworks Show - Summer party & cookout followed by a fireworks show - July 4th  Hully Gully - Gull Lake Country Club’s 109th Hully Gully! - August 1st  Family Halloween Party - Come dressed in costumes, hayrides, spook house & fun - October 30th  Dickens Dinner - Enjoy an authentic Dickens Dinner- December 4th  Children’s Christmas Party - Dinner buffet, pictures with Santa and gingerbread houses - December 11th

Winter activities

Ice skating Bring your skates and Join us anytime on the ice rink set up near the Platform Tennis Courts in the winter! **Skating rink availability is dependent on weather and freezing conditions Cross Country Skiing Enjoy professionally manicured cross country trails on our beautiful 18 hole golf course. Intermediate and advanced trails available. Trails are dependent on weather and snow fall.