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July 2007

• Community News & Notes• Golf - Jr. Golf• Golf News, Updates & More• The “Course Whisperer” Speaks• Tennis Tidbits & Reminders• www.shadowvalleytennis.com• Fitness - Lots of Activities• Overlook - Desert Recipe• SVCC General News & Notes• SVCC Calender of Events

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Congratulations Congratulations to the to the

Womens 2.0 &Womens 2.0 &Mens 5.0 Mens 5.0

State Champions!State Champions!

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR NEWEST CHAMPS!

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DEVELOPMENT UPDATE Lots Sold: 477

Lots Under Contract: 52

Lots for Sale: 126

Total Developed Lots: 655

Lots To Be Developed: +/- 270

Homes Sold: 435

New Homes for Sale: 25

DOGS

All dogs must be on a leash whenever they are off your property.

Please be mindful of your dog’s tendency to bark and be respectful toward your neighbors.

Pick up after your dogs anywhere other than your own property.

Rogers Animal Control (621-1196) will be called to pick up any stray dogs.

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GATEHOUSE 203-0135

Please proceed slowly and be prepared to stop when entering or exiting the community for the safety of the staff and to allow them to read your vehicle sticker.

We have had several near accidents involving Gatehouse personnel, and gates broken recently due to excessive speed, failure to stop, “piggy-backing” behind other cars, etc.

YOUR COOPERATION IS EXPECTED!

TRASH / RECYCLING

Please be mindful of your neighbors and watch your trash and recycle bins. Keep the level of trash or recycled items below the rim to help keep the trash inside the containers.

Our trash day is Friday unless otherwise specifi ed. Bulk trash day is the fourth Friday of each month.

Any questions, please call Inland Service Corp. at 878-1384.

LAWN CLIPPINGS & DEBRIS

Lawn clippings and other yard waste are the responsibility of the property owner to remove without blowing, sweeping or otherwise disposing of on streets, common areas or any other areas within the development. Bags are available at Inland Service Corporation at 3507 N. Arkansas Street in Rogers.

“18 MPH”

“STOP”

“GOLF CART X-ING”

For the Safety of Your Fellow Members and Neighbors,

(Especially, The Many ChildrenIn the Community!)

OBSERVE THE TRAFFIC RULES!

RESALE HOMES ON

WWW.SHADOWVALLEYINFO.COM

All Shadow Valley Resale Homes included in the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) are now included on www.shadowvalley.com under the heading of Resale Homes without any action required by the Homeowner or Realtor. All Homeowners listing their homes for sale should encourage Realtors to use the Welcome Center and other SVCC facilities just as they do for new homes.

COMMUNITY SIGN POLICY The Covenants, Conditions & Restrictions (CCR’s) for the Community limit signing to “one professionally made sign per Lot of not more than six (6) square feet advertising a Dwelling for sale or lease”. Authorized signs shall be placed in the front yard. All other signs require approval.

~ www.shadowvalleyinfo.com ~ The Newsletter ~ July 2007

COMMENTS & SUGGESTIONS If you have any comments or suggestions, please contact the GM’s Offi ce at 203-0000 x 6 or [email protected].

CLUBHOUSE HOURS OF OPERATION

The clubhouse will be open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM 7 days a week. These times are subject to change when special events, leagues, weather, etc. warrant.

See the department sections for specifi c hours or call 203-0000 x 0.

See www.shadowvalleyinfo.com for closing information.

Note: When the clubhouse is closed, all SVCC facilities are closed as well.

STAFF DIRECTORY

General ManagerRich Reaves 903-4141

Director of Food & BeveragePamela Kruse 203-0000 x 1

Director of GolfJohn Flores 203-0000 x 2

Director of TennisMelissa Kelly 203-0000 x 3

Director of FitnessBruce Williams 203-0000 x 4


Welcome Center479-203-0000 x 0

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SVCC NUMBERS

Welcome Center 203-0000 x 0

The Overlook 203-0000 x 1

Golf Shop 203-0000 x 2

Tennis Shop 203-0000 x 3

Fitness Center 203-0000 x 4

Children’s Act. Ctr. 203-0000 x 5

GM’s Offi ce 203-0000 x 6

Golf Course Superintendent’s Offi ce 203-4076

MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION

Fees and dues excluding taxes:

Membership Type

Initiation Fees

Monthly Dues

Social $1,000 $85

Tennis $2,250 $145

Golf $5,000 $275

Transfer Fee: $100

Upgrades: Contact the Welcome Center for more details.

PAYMENT POLICY There are two options for purchases at SVCC:

1) Utilize the credit card that you registered with SVCC to be kept “on fi le.”

2) Present a credit card at the time of transaction.

If you do not have a card on fi le or would like to add a card, please stop by the Welcome Center.

CHILDREN’S ACTIVITY CENTER

The CAC transformation is going well. Two of the new environments have been constructed and the third is being constructed.

We are looking to improve the entire experience and we need your help with the following:

• Please allow enough time to sign all kids in and inform us of anything we should be aware of relative to your child. • Please DO NOT bring in any sick children (if they have a fever or are otherwise ill, you will be contacted to pick them up).• Make sure the children in diapers are “changed” prior to entering the CAC and provide additional diapers in their bags.• Leave “personal” toys or other such items at home.

CAC REMINDERS

•You must be on SVCC Clubhouse property to leave your child in the Children’s Activity Center.

•Absolutely NO outside snacks/food will be allowed inside the Activity Center. Many children have allergies to certain foods (most commonly peanuts). In an effort to minimize this problem, our snacks are limited to Cheerios and Goldfi sh and we do not allow any food items to be brought into the CAC.

•Sign In/Out: Please remember to sign in your child’s FIRST & LAST NAME as well as your SVCC location (fi tness, tennis, golf, restaurant, etc.). Please remember pick-up the children prior to closing time. It is not the responsibility of the CAC or Overlook staff to go get the children or parent / guardian.

•Feeding Policies: CAC personnel will only bottle/sippy cup feed infants and toddlers. No solid baby foods.


Welcome Center479-203-0000 x 0

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SHADOW VALLEY KIDS CAMP

THEME: PIRATES OF THE VALLEY

JULY 16TH - 19TH

ITINERARY

Monday, July 16TH 9:00-10:00 Golf Clinic

10:00-11:00 Basketball Clinic11:00-12:00 Craft Time

12:00-2:00 Cooking Class and Lunch2:00-3:00 Pool

3:00 Pick up children at the pool

Tuesday, July 17TH

9:00-10:00 Craft Time10:00-11:00 Basketball Clinic

11:00-12:00 Lunch12:00-2:00 Movie2:00-3:00 Pool

3:00 Pick up children at the pool

Wednesday, July 18TH

10:00-11:00 Basketball Clinic11:00-12:00 Golf Clinic

12:00-1:00 Lunch1:00-2:00 Start setting up Camp

2:00-3:00 Pool3:00-4:30 Treasure Hunt

4:30-5:30 Finish setting up Camp5:30-6:30 Dinner at the Campsite

6:30-8:00 Pool8:00-9:00 Fishing

9:00-10:00 S’mores10:00-7:00 Night-Night Time

Thursday, July 19TH

7:00-8:00 Breakdown Camp-Please arrive promptly at 7:00 to help your children break down and pack up.

List of Items Needed Monday & TuesdaySwimsuit

TowelSunscreen

Basketball if you have oneExtra Change of Clothes

Golf Clubs (if you have them)

List of Items Needed WednesdaySame items as above

TentSleeping BagMetal Hanger

Fishing Rod and BaitBug Spray

Anything extra your child may need at night

We will need moms to volunteer and sleep out with us overnight.

Contact Pam for more details.

CALLING ALL SHADOW VALLEY KIDS!

It’s right around the corner and you don’t want to miss it...The AAO ALL SPORTS KID’S CAMP!

Held in conjunction with the AAO Houston Nutt Classicand coached by RAZORBACK athletes!

When: Saturday, July 14TH 9 – 11:30 Lunch 11:30-Noon

Who: Shadow Valley Kids Ages 6-12

Where: Shadow Valley Country Club

Cost: $20/Kid (cash or check made payable to AAO)

Registration: Forms located at the SVCC clubhouse front desk (registration limited to the fi rst 75 sign-ups)

Activities: Soccer, Football, Gymnastics, Basketball, Obstacle Course and Swimming

AAO HOUSTON NUTT CLASSICpresented by U.S. Nutrition

July 12-14, 2007

Shadow Valley Country Club MembersExclusive Offer!

Sign your team(s) up for the Houston Nutt Classic today at the discounted rate of only $500 (limited number of teams available)!

For registration and more information contact Lynn Cruse:

(479) 442-9979 x [email protected]


CHEF’S TABLE

Do you have a special occasion? Would you like to have your favorite meal prepared for you? Birthday/Anniversary/Baptism? Chef Jeremy will prepare a menu of up to fi ve courses paired with wines for groups of up to 10.

For more information call Pam at 203-0000 x 1.

HOURS OF OPERATION

Monday-Friday11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

SATURDAY & SUNDAY

8:00 AM - 10:00 PM

• Coffee served daily at 8:00 AM in the FitnesS Foyer.

• The kitchen closes at 9:00 PM.

Jeremy & Pam Kruse479-203-0000 x 1

[email protected]

BURFORD MILLER BAND ON THE PATIO / STEAK BY THE OZ.

AUGUST 10TH 7:00 - 10:00 PM

Enjoy the sunset while listening to the Burford Miller Band performing live on the patio.

GIFT CERTIFICATES

Overlook Gift Certifi cates are available at the Welcome Center in any amount you or your company might need or ask your server for more details.

DESERT OF THE MONTH

LEMON BARS

1 1/3 c. all-purpose fl our5 tbsp packed light brown sugar8 tbsp unsalted butter, cold, cut into ½ inch pieces4 large eggs½ tsp vanilla extract1 ½ cup powered sugar, divided¾ cup fresh lemon juice2 tsp lemon zest

InstructionsPreheat oven to 350 F

To make crust, mix fl our and light brown sugar using a food processor until fully incorporated. Toss butter into fl our mixture and pulse to combine using short bursts of power until butter is cut into tiny pea-sized pieces and dough appears lumpy. Sprinkle crust mixture onto an ungreased 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking pan as evenly as possible; press down with a spatula to create a packed surface. Place crust in middle of oven and bake until golden, about 20 minutes.

Meanwhile, to make lemon topping, beat eggs in a medium bowl with an electric mixer until well blended. Add vanilla extract and ¾ cup of powdered sugar; mix well. Add lemon juice and remaining powdered sugar; mix until powdered sugar is completely dissolved and then add the rest.

As soon as crust is fi nished, remove from oven and reduce oven temp. to 300 F. Immediately pour lemon mixture over hot crust. Bake completely; cool, cut into 24 bars.

REMINDERS / ETIQUETTE

You may love to hear your children yell about their favorite show, but the patrons at the next table might not.

Doting parents may fi nd it a sign of budding testosterone that your little ones are wrestling over the crayons, but others don’t.

Children need to be at the table with an adult at all times, this is for their safety and the enjoyment of all patrons.

Children are not permitted to be running around the clubhouse (inside or out) unsupervised.

Children in the CAC must be picked up by their responsible party prior to the closing time of the CAC.

Playing on the practice putting green and driving range is strictly forbidden.

POOL REMINDERS

Please be mindful of our dress code policies. Eating a meal at the pool in your swim suits is appropriate, however please remember that in order to be in the clubhouse you must be fully dressed. This includes a shirt, pants, shorts or a skirt and your shoes. For the sake of other patrons, please do not use the Overlook restaurant as an exit.

JUNIOR GOLF MENU

July 10TH

Hot Dog and Chips

July 17TH

Build Your Own Nacho Bar

July 24TH

Corndog & Fries

July 31ST

Hamburger and Tater Tots

All meals include one drink and one cookie. $5.95


Bruce WilliamsDirector Of Fitness479-203-0000 x 4

CONSULT WITH A PRO Why use a professional trainer? Accountability, safety, intensity, new training routines and nutritional advice are all reasons to use a professional trainer. Get a friend (or foe) and get started this month training toward a new body.

Please call Bruce for your FREE one-time fi tness orientation.

TANNING If you want a golden brown tan come check out our tanning bed.

Family 30 day unlimited tanning $45.00. Individual tanning 30 day unlimited $25.00. Tanning available 5:30 AM - 8:00 PM.

Call Bruce to book your bed today!

BALLET CLASSES

Anyone interested should contact Bruce. Cost is $45.

Classes every Wednesday: Ages 2-3 from 3:00 - 3:45 PM & Ages 4 & up from 3:45 - 4:30 PM.

Not sure if you have a little ballerina? Try a class for free!

JULYGROUP / AEROBICS CLASS SCHEDULE

There is a $20.00 fee for members ($30.00 for NON-MEMBERS). The fee covers a “Household” of unlimited classes for a month.

Inclement Weather Policy - If the Bentonville Public Schools are closed, all fi tness classes and personal training sessions will be cancelled.

Day of Week

StartTime

ClassType

ClassLocation

Monday 9:00 AM9:00 AM

YogaBoot Camp

Belfry RoomFitness Center

Tuesday 5:15 AM6:00 AM9:00 AM6:00 PM

CyclingCycling“PUMP”Cycling

Belfry RoomBelfry RoomBelfry RoomBelfry Room

Wednesday 9:00 AM Yoga Belfry Room

Thursday 5:15 AM6:00 AM9:00 AM6:00 PM

CyclingCycling“PUMP”Cycling

Belfry RoomBelfry RoomBelfry RoomBelfry Room

Friday 9:00 AM Yoga Belfry Room

Saturday 7:30 AM8:30 AM

Cycling“PUMP”

Belfry RoomBelfry Room

MON - FRI FITNESS

CENTER

HOURS

SAT - SUN

5:00 AM - 10:00 PM 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM

SWIM LESSONS

Shadow Valley will be offering the fol-lowing swim sessions this summer:

Session 2: 7/9-7/12 & 7/16-7/19

Session 3: 7/23-7/26 & 7/30-8/2

1 Session / 8 Lessons: $75

Sign up in person at the Fitness Center.

BRUCE’S MEAL OF THE MONTH AT THE OVERLOOK

BROWN RICE PILAF

¼ cup Granny Smith Apples¼ cup Diced Yellow Onions1/8 cup Diced Celery2 TBSP Extra Virgin Olive OilSalt to TasteBlack Pepper to Taste1/8 cup Almonds (Optional)1 ½ cup Brown Rice2 cup Low Sodium Chicken Broth or Water

Cook over Low heat: apples, onion, celery, almonds in the olive oil. Add brown rice, seasonings and stock or water. Let simmer uncovered until liquid is not visible. Then cover with a lid, lower heat and let steam until all the liquid is gone. Fluff with a fork and serve with your favorite protein and vegetable.

Chef Jeremy Kruse


Bruce WilliamsDirector Of Fitness479-203-0000 x 4

CHOOSE YOUR FATS WISELY BY RAY KURZWELL

It is well known that Americans eat too much fat, but only recently have many people begun to pay attention to the kinds of fat they eat.

In Kurzweil’s view, fat itself is an outdated form of energy storage in humans, one that made sense when calories were scarce, hunting was uncertain, and winters were long. In today’s era of abundance, however, fat storage is yet another example of biology sabotaging our well-being.

Kurzweil’s program admonishes people to stay away from unhealthy saturated and trans fats, but also recommends that we pay more attention to the kind of healthy, unsaturated fats we eat, particularly omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. Omega-6 fatty acids, found in plant-based oils, and omega-3 fatty acids, abundant in sources such as fi sh, walnuts, and fl axseed, are both unsaturated fats, though they act very differently in the body. Omega-6 fatty acids encourage infl ammation, while omega-3 fatty acids are anti-infl ammatory. Infl ammation has been linked to a host of degenerative conditions, including heart disease, diabetes, Alzheimer’s disease, and arthritis.

The modern American diet, which typically is high in processed plant oils, encourages consumption of far too much pro-infl ammatory omega-6 fatty acids. The Kurzweil program recommends high levels of omega-3 fatty acids, such as ALA (alpha-linolenic acid), EPA (eico-sapentaenoic acid), and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid). EPA and DHA especially have been shown to lower triglyceride levels dramatically.

At the same time, Kurzweil’s program recommends incorporating certain omega-6 fatty acids such as GLA (gamma-linolenic acid) in the diet to lower blood pressure, cholesterol, and heart attack and stroke risk. Another healthy omega-6 fatty acid is DGLA (dihomogamma-linolenic acid).

Kurzweil recommends that fat make up no more than 25% of daily caloric intake, and that virtually all of this should be in the form of healthy fats. Saturated fats should account for no more than 3% of total calories.

KIDS AGES 2-5

Story TimeEvery Monday @ 3:15 PM

Kids In ActionEvery Wednesday @ 3:15 PM

7 weeks of learning and fun!Starts June 11TH Ends July 30TH

(skip July 4TH week)

Price: $70 (for all 14 classes!)

SUMMER ‘07 KIDS ACTIVITIES

KIDS AGES 6-10

Book ClubEvery Monday @ 4:00 PM

Little Rembrandts-Art Class!Every Wednesday @ 4:00 PM

7 weeks of learning and fun!Starts June 13TH Ends August 1ST

(skip July 4TH week)

Price: $95 (for all 14 classes!)

SPECIAL KIDS DAYS EVERY FRIDAY A DIFFERENT FUN ACTIVITY FOR KIDS!

ALL EVENTS START @ 3:30 PM. EVENTS ARE $20 EACH.July 13TH Candy Bar Bingo

Come play bingo, eat chocolate and win some fun prizes. Ages 5 and up.

July 20TH Splatter and Splash PartyCreate a mural size piece of artwork.

Everyone will get messy! (Limited to fi rst 20 kids) Ages 5 and up.

July 27TH Pirate PartyAhoy Mates! Come dressed to party like pirates!

Games, food and more games!Ages 3 and up.


Melissa KellyDirector Of Tennis479-203-0000 x 3

SHOP TALK!Make sure you register online at www.shadowvalleytennis.com where you can check out our calendar of events, shop online, and even make court reservations. Our online store allows our members to choose from a selection that easily rivals Tennis Warehouse. Members can select from all of the major brands such as Adidas, Reebok, Wilson and yes, NIKE!!!!!

The feedback from those who have used the site has been very positive.

JUNIOR TENNIS NEWS

Congratulations to all of our juniors who participated in the 3M Junior Championships last month. Our juniors performed well and turned in some fantastic results.

• Smith Ney - Boys 10 Open Level 4 Runner Up• Brett Gentz - Boys 12 Level 5 Runner Up• Alex Eng - Boys 14 Level 4 Conso Runner Up• McKenna Kraus - Girls 16 Level 4 Runner Up

We would also like to congratulate Kendall Kraus for her recent participation in the Girls 16 Southern Closed in Rome, Georgia. Kendall earned a spot in this prestigious tournament thanks in part to her fantastic performance in the Arkansas Qualifi er. Good Job Kendall!

Junior sign ups will be posted July 2ND. The fall session will run August 6TH – September 15TH. Please call the Tennis Shop to sign up or for more information, check out our website: www.shadowvalleytennis.com.

REMINDERSProper tennis attire required.

Check in before going onto the courts.

Come into the Tennis Shop and sign your tickets after playing.

There is NO PARKING of any kind by the tennis courts, swim center, basketball court or playground.

www.shadowvalleytennis.com

ADULT NEWS

Ladies Crunch is a smashing success! Sign-ups will be posted August 6TH and space is limited. This session will run 6 weeks from August 6TH –September 14TH and classes will be offered Wednesdays and Fridays 8:15-9:00 AM.

Get ready guys, it is time for Men’s Mixer Madness! Sign-ups are already posted in the Tennis Shop so call today to sign up! Cost is $20 and includes food and beer. The madness will begin at 7:00 PM. on July 19TH.

Our ladies had a great time at the Arbonne International Ladies Mixer Madness! We would like to extend a big thanks to our sponsor Arbonne International and to all the ladies who helped make this another successful evening.

DIRECTOR’S SLICE BY MELISSA KELLY

The last few months have been very eventful for the tennis program. One of the biggest changes is the online court reservation system. Just log onto www.shadowvalleytennis.com, register or enter your login information and password, and click on the court scheduler button and begin making court reservations! You cannot make same day court reservations online, but members can reserve courts 5 days in advance. This service will also allow you to view indoor and outdoor court availability. You can still call the Tennis Shop to reserve courts ahead of time and/or to make same day reservations. If you have any questions, just call the Tennis Shop and we can walk you through the online process or come by and we will help you sign up!

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me or my staff.


Tennis Shop479-203-0000 x 3

[email protected]

John StreacheckGolf Course Superintendent

479-203-0476

TEE TO GREEN FROM THE COURSE WHISPERER

I’m writing this newsletter just prior to the SVCC Member-Guest Tournament. It is hard to believe that 2007 is nearly half gone. I hope that all you Dads out there enjoyed your Father’s Day. It was great to see so many families out on the golf course that weekend. The weather was perfect and it seemed like a lot of people had the same idea and that was to spend some quality time on the GC.

I have attached a couple of pictures of #17 tees as they are progressing as expected. I fully expect them to be in use for the member/guest tournament. They still will show some signs of being new sod but, it has rooted down extremely well and should be close to our normal cutting height of ½” on the teeing surface. I have also attached a couple of pictures of some collars and I am extremely pleased how they are growing in. The last couple of topdressings have really helped them out and I think the golfers are enjoying the more consistent playing surface over what we had in the past. I had hoped that they would have been a little more lush by this time but this Zoysia is very slow growing.

* Sodded some bare areas just outside the new collars * Repaired some bare areas in the fairways – like the ones in #5 & #9 * Poured some concrete pads for our new water coolers, with the help of Trent from clubhouse maintenance * Sodded wear areas by #15, 16 & 17 greens. * Re-sodded some bad areas on #8 & #11 greens

The weather has just been perfect for our greens. I have been very encouraged by the way the greens have responded to our cultural program. I think we have worked a couple of bugs out of our system and now we seem to be getting the lateral growth that we have been looking for. The big question & issue now seems to be when will they get faster? We are working on that and I am quite confi dent that you will experience faster greens for the Member-Guest tournament but nothing ridiculous or anything that will jeopardize the health of the greens. We are going to try and start rolling the greens more often and then an occasional brushing of the greens before we mow to stand up the leaf blades so that we can clip them off a little closer. Overall Brien and I are happy with the depth of the root system which is the life blood of the plants.

We have been surprised and pleased at the positive feedback we have received about the new signage. You all have been asking questions about what they mean and where should you take the golf carts or where you should not take your carts. Please keep up the great work. The one question that we have been asked the most is “what should I do when you approach a scatter sign?” What we are looking for is for the golf carts to move away from the area that the sign is in. By that I mean not just to the immediate right or left of the sign, but maybe 10 – 15 feet or more from the sign. One of the best improvements that we have noticed is that you are returning your golf carts to the cart paths around the greens. We can give you a better playing surface if the carts are not driving up by these areas.

This month I am including in the newsletter some information about greens speed and how that affects greens in general. There is more to it then just mowing at a closer height of cut. We are mowing greens at .130 right now. As the summer progresses we may increase that H.O.C. to protect the greens from the summer stress that they could experience. I hope that you enjoy the article and hopefully it will shed a little light on the relationship of greens speed and health greens.


John StreacheckGolf Course Superintendent

479-203-0476

THE TRUTH & CONSEQUENCES OF GREEN SPEED

Years ago, there was a man named Edward Stimpson who loved golf and craved to create more fairness in the game. To further his passion, he invented a device intended to ensure that all the greens on a course were of relatively equal speed. The idea was to give superintendents (then, greenkeepers) a way to compare the speed of the 4th green with the 13th and take steps to equalize them. This was, no doubt, a sound and noble idea.

But sometimes bad things happen to good ideas.

Today, his simple tool, the Stimpmeter, is often misused to compare the speed of greens from course to course and unfortunately, to establish a benchmark of putting diffi culty. Golfers are sometimes heard to say, “Hey, Hickory Hills was ‘stimping’ 13 last week.” This essentially means that the greens were as fast as the linoleum on most kitchen fl oors.

From a purely competitive standpoint, that’s OK. However, this quest for fast greens has serious consequences in terms of cost, environmental quality and the long-term health of the green. In short, speed can kill. Here’s why:

A healthy, vigorous green can be maintained at a very short cutting height (as low as 1/8-inch) for short periods of time without serious consequences if it’s been prepared properly and weather conditions are acceptable. Courses hosting tournaments often take months (and spend signifi cant extra money) to bring greens up to an ultrafast speed for PGA Tour players. For example, the greens at Augusta National or Oakmont may “stimp” up to 14 when properly prepared and dry.

However, fast greens are extremely fragile. If you compared them with human beings, it would be fair to say that their immune systems can be very weak. They become susceptible to diseases and pests, and therefore may require more chemical treatments. Weather can also quickly destroy the health of an ultrafast green. High temperatures and lack of moisture in the air are deadly to greens that are maintained at very short cutting heights for any length of time.

The risks of maintaining fast greens -- even with the best professional management by superintendents -- were apparent in the summer of 1995 when golf courses across the eastern United States lost greens during an extended period of drought and high temperatures. Many of the world’s best-known courses suffered serious damage and were essentially unplayable for the last half of the year. Many of these had to be reseeded or completely rebuilt at a cost that was high in terms of budget,

playability and reputation.

The solution to the dilemma of fast greens is twofold. First, the golf industry is sponsoring and promoting research and development of new grasses that are more tolerant of fast speeds under adverse conditions. Organizations such as the USGA and GCSAA are investing millions of dollars in this effort.

On the other side, golfers should understand and accept the limitations of these living systems we call greens. Golfers should also heed the advice of superintendents who manage, nurture and protect these ecosystems. And fi nally, many golfers must change their attitudes about the competitive aspect of green speeds. They should, in the footsteps of Mr. Stimpson, strive for fairness, not fastness.

KEY POINTS

• Invented by Edward Stimpson, the Stimpmeter was created to give superintendents a way to compare and equalize speeds of different greens.

• The Stimpmeter, is often misused to compare the speed of greens from course to course and unfortunately, to establish a benchmark of putting diffi culty.

• The quest for fast greens has serious consequences in terms of cost, environmental quality and the long-term health of the green.

• The golf industry is sponsoring and promoting research and development of new grasses that are more tolerant of fast speeds under adverse conditions.

• Golfers should understand and accept the limitations of greens.

REMINDERS / ETIQUETTE All golfers must sign in at the Golf Shop prior to playing.

All beverages consumed on the golf course must be purchased through SVCC. Stocking up in the parking lot or during your round could result in loss of privileges.

Appropriate golf attire is required for practice and play.

Range bags and balls are SVCC property. Do not take them home or on the course!

Areas you SHOULD NOT drive any golf carts:• Anyone’s property - Stay out of backyards!• Areas marked “Cart Path Only.”

LETTER FROM THE DIRECTOR

John Flores / PGA Professional

We want to try and accommodate all golfers when an extra player “shows up” and you now have 5 players. We understand that this will happen occasionally. Please plan on playing in a 4-some, make 5-somes the exception rather than the rule. It is the Golf Shop personnel’s discretion to allow a 5-some to play. We will ask that the group keep pace with the group ahead of them, however, if the group falls behind we will ask them to break up into 2 groups to catch up. How fast do you expect to play a round of golf? Consider the guidelines to increase your pace of play: • Tell your foursome on the fi rst tee to hit when ready. The fi rst player that is ready should be the fi rst to tee off and so on. • Have an idea of what club you will need even before you get to your ball. • Do not start a conversation with another player if either one of you is “up.” • If you are a golf cart driver, drop off the passenger at their ball and immediately go to your ball. • Use the continuous putting rule whenever possible. • If players in your group are playing from different tee markers, then the forward tee players should move the golf cart to their tee as soon as the others have hit.

Your pace depends more on readiness rather than on the number of shots you take. No one likes to be considered a “slow player” nor do they want to feel rushed while enjoying a round of golf. The listed techniques can help you keep your pace of play at four hours or under without rushing.


John FloresDirector of Golf479-203-0000 x 2

HANDICAP?All SVCC golfers are encouraged to establish a USGA Handicap. The handicap system was established by the USGA to make the game more enjoyable enabling golfers of differing abilities to compete on an equitable level. All golfers who compete in SVCC events must have a USGA handicap.

COMMUNITY CARTS REMINDERS

MAINTENANCE

It is very important that your leased cart is maintained well. Therefore if you are leasing a cart we require that you bring your cart in for monthly service. What we will do is check the battery water level, check the tire air pressure, and clean the cart. Your cart should be ready to be picked up within 24 hours.

DON’T BREAK YOUR LEASE AND LOSE YOUR CART!

You are in violation of your lease if you are: • Strapping kids in the bagwell • Letting kids or others drive your cart. • Allowing others to drive your cart • Driving anywhere on the course without checking in at the Golf Shop before (and yes that includes at night) • Stopping at a house during a round to get food or beverages not purchased at SVCC.

If you have any questions regarding these or any other related questions, please contact the Golf Shop.

JULY HOURS GOLF COURSE

MON - SUN: 8:00 AM - DarkSAT & SUN: 7:30 AM - Dark

DRIVING RANGE / SHORT GAME AREA

MON - FRI: Opens @ 7:45 AM

SAT & SUN: OPENS @ 7:15 AM

Sunday and Wednesday evenings the range will close at 5:00 PM. All other days the range will close at dark.

The Short Game Area closes 30 minutes before dark.

MEN’S BREAKFAST

Saturday, July 21ST & 28TH - Breakfast is served at 7:30 AM and play will begin at approx. 8:15 AM. Sign up as a single and the Golf Shop will pair you into a foursome. A different 4-person format will be used at each Breakfast. Cost is $5.00 / player and breakfast is $5.75.

COUPLES GOLF

Sat. July 21ST. Shotgun start @ 4:00 PM. This month we will play a 2-player scramble format with a “catch.” Come join us for some fun, laid back golf. Sign-up in the Golf Shop. Please indicate if you will be staying for dinner.

LADIES GOLF

Our ladies league is Wednesday mornings at 9:00 AM. We are having a great time this year, we encourage all of you to join the league for some fun golf.

2007 CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP

Traditional golf at its fi nest: match play. This year we will play match play with players being fl ighted by handicap index. The Championship fl ight winner will determine the overall Club Champion. Championship fl ight matches will play from the black tees and will play straight match play (no strokes). Please declare if you would like to play in the Championship fl ight and get the opportunity to WIN IT ALL. Other fl ights will be handicapped and play from the gold tees: Ages 60+ may play from the blue tees.

Sign-up is posted in the Golf Shop Must sign up by Tuesday August 7th Final round matches will be played on Champions Day: Sunday August 19th

Championship Flight Must have 7.9 index or below and declare Championship Flight by August 1ST. An 18 hole stroke play qualifi er will be held on Friday August 3RD if more than 15 players declare Championship Flight. Defending Club Champion is automatically in.

MATCH SCHEDULE

Round 1: Saturday August 11TH Round 2: Sunday August 12TH Round 3: Saturday August 18TH Champions Day: Sunday August 19TH

GUEST PACKAGES & PLAY

Regular fee is $65.00 per guest. Consider purchasing a Guest Fee Gift Pack:

6 Pack $342 ($57 per guest)9 Pack $468 ($52 per guest)

12 Pack $540 ($45 per guest)

Our goal is to serve our members and their guests in a professional, friendly manner. Remember:• Benton and Washington county residents may only play 4 times per year as guests.• SVCC Tennis or Social members may only play 4 times per year.• Inform your guest about the dress code.• Always call ahead for a tee time.• Inform the staff before your guests arrive if there are special instructions on how you would like to handle the guest fees.

SVMGAAnyone interested in joining the MGA, please talk with any MGA member or ask in the Golf Shop for details.

THURSDAY NIGHTS

Every Thursday Night starting at 5:00 PM will be our weekly 4-man team scramble events.

We have some new twists planned for these events.

To participate, just call the Golf Shop BEFORE5:15 PM to be placed on a team.

MONDAY NIGHTS

The newly formed Monday Night league consists of roughly 40 participants broken out into 2 divisions and 10 teams.

The Monday night league started June 18th and will conclude with a championship and party on August 27TH.

UPCOMING EVENTS

4-Man Team Red, White & Blue Shamble

Date: Wed. July 4TH

When: 9:00 AM ShotgunCost: $15 / PlayerNote: Sign up in the Golf Shop - Singles welcome.


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