black diamond ranch march 2013 newsletter
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MARCH 2013
w w w. b l a c k d i a m o n d r a n c h . c o m
Congratulations to our 2013 Club Champions
linda shurlyOverall Low Net
sandiE sT. OnGELadies’ Club Champion
KEVin KEllyMen’s Club Champion
JiMMy sTOryOverall Low Net
Club StaffDoug EglyGeneral Manager
Matt DiMasEDirector of Golf Course Maintenance
PEggy glEasonAccounting
RoB KingDirector of [email protected]
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MaRy naPolitanoFitness Center
BRaD t. REiDClub Manager
BRyan RichaRDDirector of Golf
JEnniFER stauFFPOA Manager
KEnnEth tuFoExecutive Chef
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Dear Black Diamond Members: I have the great pleasure of living and working here at Black Diamond and truly enjoy this time of year. The club is probably at its busiest with residents enjoying early morning walks with the dog, bike rides in the evenings and, of course, our courses are busy from morning till dark. WehaveanumberofterrificeventsscheduledforMarchstartingwiththeCouples’Member-Guest on March 7 and 8. This is a great opportunity to show off the newclubhousetoyourfriendsandhaveaterrifictimeenjoyingtheclub.Ofcourseoneofour biggest events of the year is theRiderCup onMarch 13 and 14.This yearwillfeatureCaptainTomParkleadingtheGuys&DollsoftheUnitedStatesagainstCaptainMichaelZatzmanandtheCanucksandCanuckettesoftheCanadianteam.Withnearly150membersalreadysigned-up, itpromises tobeagreatevent,finishedoffwith thecelebration dinner Thursday night. RoundingoutthemonthwehavetheMen’sMember-GuestfromMarch20–22andtheJoyceBurnsMemorialTournamentfromMarch25through27.PleasesignupintheGolfShopforthesefunevents. OurfamousTurkeyBuffetwillbeavailable twice thismonth–onthe1standthe29th.Ifyouhaveneverexperiencedourturkeybuffet,comeonoutandenjoyawonderfulmeal with friends and family. As a reminder, please make a reservation for dinner so we can appropriately staff the dining room. Lastly,Iwouldliketothankthosewhohavecomebymyofficetotalkaboutthenewmembership plan. There are many misconceptions circulating around the club about the plan and I would like the opportunity to answer questions directly and openly. I believe that we need a new membership plan that will allow us to bring new members to the club, sell homes and accelerate our ability to refund those who are on the resignation list. If you have any questions at all, please come see me directly. I want everyone to make an informed decision based on facts and not by the latest rumor. Again,asalways,thankyouforbeingpartofthisterrificclub.Itisanhonortobeapart of it and to serve our members.
ThebiggestandbestmonthofthetournamentseasonisfinallyuponushereatBlackDiamond.Marchissuretobefilledwithexcitingoutcomesandalsogreatweathertogoalongwithevenbettergolfing.WekickthemonthoffwithourAnnualCouples’Member-GuestTournamentsetforMarch6th-8th.WecontinueonwithourRiderCupeventthatissetbetweentheCaptainTomParkandhisUnitedStatesGuysandGalsteamversesCaptainMichaelZatzmanandhisCanadianCanucksandCanuckettesteam.Thesign-upsheets are still on the bulletin board and still awaiting more players to participate. If not sureonwhichteamtoplayforthenthereisaspecialboardfor“I’llplayforanyone.” The event concludes with the spectacular dinner celebration on Thursday evening. OurMen’sMember-GuestwillbeplayedduringthetimeframeofMarch20th–22nd.Thereisstillalimitednumberofspotssosign-upforthisgreatevent. Thanks for all of your continued support for our tournaments this year and for helping withmaking sure that all ballmarks arefixedanddivots arefilled.Sountil ournextmonthbyyourdrives,findthefairwaysandyourputtsbelimited.
A Message fromDoug Egly, General Manager
A Message from Bryan Richard, Director of Golf
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A. Message from Brad T. Reid, Club Manager
Please help us welcome Kenneth Tufo to our Black Diamond family.KenisoriginallyfromBostonwhereattheageoffivehefellinlovewithcookingwhile helping his mother in the kitchen. He received his degree in culinary arts fromNewburyCollegeinBrooklinein1993.HethenfurtheredhisculinaryskillsatRowesWarf,awellknownfour-starrestaurant,andthenworkingunderthefamedchefGordonHammersleyatHammersly’sBistro.
Inearly2001,theformerchefofJeanGeorges,DidierVirotrecruitedTufoforthesouschefpositionatVirot.“IwastrulyimpressedbyhisinnovativeFrenchcuisine,”saysTufo.
“Hewould take classical combinations and rework them into somethingunique.”He thenwent on toopenDanielBoulud’sDBBistroModernworkingwithJamesBeard“RisingStar”awardedJeanFrancoisBruelwhonowrunsthekitchen at the famed Daniel.
MostRecentlyKennywasrunningCasaNonna,a200seatItalianrestaurantinmid-townManhattan.ServingtraditionalTuscaninspiredfare,CasaNonnaisownedbytheB.L.T./Esquaredrestaurantgroup.Withinonly6monthsheearnedgreatreviewsaswellascookingattheJamesBeardHouse.InJulyof2012herelocatedtotheTampaarealookingforward to a change of life for him and his family.
We intentionally eliminate parts of his impressive career because we want you to personally ask him about it and get to know him.
All members, both ladies and gentlemen, are encouraged to participate in our annual Cancer fund-raising Tournament,
renamed this year “Conquering Cancer in Citrus County”. Funds raised will benefit the Black Diamond Ladies’ Golf Association (BDGLA) Cancer Screening Project which is administered by the Citrus
County Family Resource Center. This program provides fellow Citrus County citizens, who are in need, initial medical examination for possible diagnosis and referral to accessible cancer treatment through established
partnerships. Seventy-five percent of funds raised will be directed to this purpose. The project will also make a contribution of 25% of the funds raised
directly to a Florida-based cancer research project. A variety of research projects will be reviewed and the final selection will be made by the executive of
the BDGLA.Thank you for your continued suppor t.
We are looking forward to seeing you on April 16th.
SAve The DAT eConquering Cancer in Citrus County
Tuesday, April 16, 2013
A Message from Matt DiMaseDirector of Golf Course Maintenance
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Attention Members: This time of the year is when we are starting to see an outbreak in certain weeds throughout the courses as well as other pests (insect) and begin transition from our winter grass, back to the Bermuda surfaces.
We have attacked these weeds two different ways. In the areas that were not over-seeded,weareusingamixofselectiveherbicidescalledRevolver&Trimec,withapre-emergenttohelpreducefuturegermination.Wearetargetingnotonlycurrentweeds,butarealsosprayingthepre-emergenttoreducetheamountofweedsweseeinthesummer. Inover-seededareasweareusingonlytheTrimecwithapre-emergent.BydoingthistheTrimecwillnotdamagetheover-seed,butonlykillthetargetweeds. LastthingIwouldliketoaddressisTransition.Asmanyofyouknow,weputdownawintergrassinOctoberthatistheplayingsurfaceofthegolfcoursethroughoutthewinter/fall/partofthespring.Manypeopleask,whendoestransition start? There is no set time or month this happens, however, transition begins when soil temperatures reach a constant65degreesandthedaytimelengthsbecomelonger.Givenourweatherpattern,wehavebeguntransitioning.Someareaswilltransitionbetterandquickerthenothersduetothemicro-climatesthroughouttheproperty;whileother areas could transition slower and require more attention.
CulturalpracticesGolfCourseMaintenanceconductsduringtransition:• Wewillbeginloweringourheightofcuttoallowsunlightthroughtheryegrass/poatrivcanopytogettothe Bermuda underneath, and to the soil• Fertilizershavealreadybeenappliedandwillcontinuetobeappliedto“wakeup”theBermudagrass• Verti-Cuttingwilltakeplacetomechanicallyremovewintergrass
Projectsonthegolfcourse:ExpectthegrassbunkeronQuarry#6tobereshapedandresoddedintheupcomingweeks.Weappreciateeveryone’sfeedbackinregardstothisandwilladdresssoonerthenlater.AfterthesodisinstalledthebunkerwillbeplayedasGroundUnderRepairuntilthesodisestablished.Afterthatwewillmaintaintheturf at a higher cut.
Just a quick note to thank all the residents and members who took time out of their busy schedules to visit our New ShowHomelocatedonShadowCreekatourOpenHouse.
Over125questsweregreetedandtreatedtosomewine,cheeseandfingersandwichesfromtheClub,andyes,abitofrain. But that did not dampen the enthusiasm for the guests or staff in attendance. The Building Team also shared that theywillundertakeconstructionoffour(4)morehomesinthemonthsaheadinvariousneighborhoodsthroughoutBlack Diamond.
ThegroundhasalreadybeenclearedafewhomesitesupfromthecurrentShowHomeandconstructionisexpectedtocommenceonceoutofthepermittingprocessatCitrusCounty.
Augusta Show Home Open House Drawing The winner of the Sweet Suite Valentine Basket, featuring various wines, decadent chocolates and Black Diamond goodies, was Mr. and Mrs. Lew Guthrie. Congratulations!
Thanks to everyone who stopped by and shared their thoughts about the house with us. Look for information on our other three show homes. We should have them wrapped up soon with our architect.
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A Message fromRob King, Director of Development
Happenings
Forthosewhomissedthechancetopreviewthenewhome,pleasecontacttheWelcomeCentertoarrangeaccess.Itfeatures2owner-styledsuitesoverlookingthegolfcourse,with3plusfairwaysas your backyard neighbor.
Thehomeislistedfor$425,900andtheSellerwillcontribute to the initiation fee should the buyer desiretojointheClub.
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BdlGa MarCh ladiEs’ day GaMEs(Some games may be switched to different
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MARCH 5, 2013Full Quarry
Team Game: SIXES: 3 BB holes 1-6, 2BB holes
7-12, 1 BB holes 13-18
MARCH 12, 2013Highlands-Ranch FrontTeam Game: Scramble. Each player’s drive must
be used twice.
MARCH 19, 2013Full Ranch
Skills Challenge. 9 holes of skills challenges and 9 holes net scramble.
MARCH 26, 2013No Ladies Day
Memorial Tournament
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Happenings
“Jamboree” a Garden Partytues., march 5, 2013
Inverness Golf & Country Club
44th annual lollyPoP InvItatIonaltues. & Wed., march 12 & 13, 2013Seven rivers Golf & Country Club
St. PatrICk’S ladIeS’ InvItatIonalWed., march 13, 2013
lake nona Golf & Country Club
2013 Southern belle InvItatIonalWed., march 13, 2013
Southern hills Plantation Club
2013 ladIeS’ InvItatIonalSat., march 16, 2013
Feather Sound Country Club
2013 ladIeS’ InvItatIonaltues., march 19, 2013
Countryside Country Club
doe tournamenttues., march 26, 2013
the buckhorn Springs ladies’ Golf association
2013 ladIeS SPrInG InvItatIonalmon., april 8, 2013
Skyview at terra vista
8th Annual Memorial Tournament for the Joyce Burns Cup
March 25 - 27, 2013
Be on the lookout for the sign-up sheet for the 8th Annual Memorial Tournament for the Joyce Burns Cup to be held on March 25- March 27, 2013. The format for this year’s match play event will be similar to last year’s successful event, featuring five 9 hole matches, two on Monday and Tuesday and one on Wednesday and concluding with a three hole shoot out among the winners of each flight. Play from the silver tees will commence with 8:30 shotguns on Monday and Tuesday, and a 9:00 shotgun on Wednesday. You are on your own for lunch on Monday, but Tuesday will feature a regular Ladies’ Day luncheon menu if you choose. An awards luncheon, included in the $30.00 entry fee, will be held after the conclusion of play on Wednesday. This year teams will be limited to a 10 stroke differential in handicaps, and the scoring will be modified slightly to award an additional point to the team earning the most points in a four ball match.
Find a partner and sign up today! For more information, call Susan Savard at 249-7398.
GolF outSIde the GateScheck bulletin board or BDLGA section of website for details
A Note from... Jane Smart, President OurMemorialTournamentfortheJoyceBurnsCupwillbeheldonMarch25,26,and27.ItisaspecialtimetorememberthewomenofBlackDiamondwhogavesomuchofthemselvestoourcommunity.OurMemorialBookwillbesharedattheTournamentandleftintheGolfShopforthemonthofApril. InApril,wewillhavemanyvisitorstoBlackDiamondforourLadies’Member-GuestTournament.Thisfun-filled,SouthPacific,eventpromisestobeanexcitingthreedaysofgolfcompetition,friends,guests,foodandfun.Therewillbe“special”golfgames,cocktailpartiesandan“EnchantedEvening”dinnerforalltoenjoy.Ifyouhaven’tsignedupalready,findafriendandjoinus. April16thwillbethe“ConqueringCancerinCitrusCountyTournament.” MoniesraisedsupportmenandwomeninCitrusCountyinneedofdiagnosticscreening and tests for cancer. These monies also support cancer research. Watch for thesign-upsheetstoparticipateinthistournament.Itisawonderfultournamentforamuch needed cause. ThankyoutoalloftheBDLGAwomenwhogivetheirtimeandexpertiseinplanningandexecutingtheseeventsforourcommunity.
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REGISTER NOW!Ladies’ Member - GuestApril 10th, 11th, and 12th
Join us for these three fun-filled days inspired by one of the best musicals ever!
Wednesday, April 10thPractice Round (Spouses enjoy complimentary golf Wed.-Fri)Tee Times can be made 3 weeks in advance for participants3:00-6:00pm: Registration, Photos, and Putting Contest6:00-9:00pm: “Happy Talk” Cocktail/Buffet (Casual Attire) (Spouses welcome, additional cost)
Thursday, April 11th8:00am: Continental Breakfast9:00am: Shotgun: Quarry Course (Ft 9 Chapman, Bk 9 Scramble)1:00pm: Light Lunch6:00pm: Social Hour7:00pm: Dinner, “Some Enchanted Evening” (Island Dress) (Spouses welcome, additional cost)
Friday, April 12th8:00am: Continental Breakfast9:00am: Shotgun: Ranch Course (Better Ball of Partners)1:30pm: Awards’ Luncheon “There is Nothing Like a Dame”
Black Diamond Ladies...
Invite a guest to experience the Serenity, Beauty, and
Challenge of Black DiamondFor only $450
Registration Forms are available in the Golf Shop
LADIES’ GUEST DAYFeb. 12, 2013
Happenings
THANK YOU from THE BLACK DIAMOND FOUNDATION
The Foundation Board of Directors and Pro-Am Committee wish to say “Thank You” to the Black Diamond Club and its members for allowing us to use the Quarry Course for our annual fundraiser. We appreciate your sacrifice in giving up the use of one of your courses for the day.
We also thank the many volunteers who donated their time and services to ensure the participants had an enjoyable day, and a positive experience.
Finally, we thank the Pro and Amateur participants for supporting the Foundation in its mission of “Making a Difference” in Citrus County.
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Big Brothers Big Sisters May Be Right for You ~Dona and Jim Wood
Looking for something interesting, rewarding, inexpensive, and fun to do for a few hours a month. Please consider mentoring a child in need of a positive role model.
Black Diamond Foundation has been a significant supporter of Big Brothers Big Sisters in Citrus County since 2005. The Foundation knows that this organization has a significant impact on the lives of children facing adversity via strong, enduring, professionally supported 1-1 mentoring relationships. Many of you have volunteered to be “Bigs;” Big Brothers Big Sisters needs more of us now, and going forward.
We have been a “Big Couple” to Mike, our Little, going on seven years. Mike is now sixteen and not so little anymore. He is finishing the tenth grade this spring; he plays varsity football and will be on the varsity basketball team this year. Currently, his plans are to attend college or join the Air Force. In the early years we spent a lot of time with school work, stressing the importance of education, and providing advice, if appropriate. We also did some bowling, golfing, attended movies, lunched and dined. Today his favorite destination is Five Guys for a bacon cheeseburger with fries, followed by a movie. We enjoy our time with Mike, and his mother and teachers say we have had a positive influence.
We would be pleased to share our experiences, or you can contact BBBS through Sheri Chancey, [email protected].
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TurkeyBuffet5:30-7:00 pm
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2013 Black Diamond Rider CupMarch 13th and 14th, 2013
United States Guys and Dolls
Captain Tom Parkvs
The Canucks Captain Michael Zatzman
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Memorial Tournament for the Joyce Burns Cup
Please help us to ensure that your dining experience is satisfactory by making reservations
in advance for all evening dinner service. Our staffing is based on your reservations.
Thank you in advance for your cooperation.
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Tuscan Wine
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LUnch11 am - 4 pm
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Rediscovered” by trudi Kanter will be the selection for the March 21st meeting of the book group. This memoir tells the true story of trudi and her beloved as Hitler’s tanks roll into Vienna in 1938 and of their journey to Prague and finally blitzed London seeking safety. Trudi Kanter creates a vibrant tapestry of her odyssey through this dark period in human history. The group meets at 4 pm in the boardroom. for more information contact faeth Houle.
Hours of Operation
Driving RangeMonday – Saturday: 7:00 am – 5:00 pmSunday: 7:30 am – 4:00 pm
Golf ShopMonday – Sunday: 7:00 am – 5:00 pmForeTees Internet: 24-Hour Access
Tennis CourtsMonday – Sunday: 7:00 am – 9:00 pm
PoolMonday – Sunday: 8:00 am – 8:00 pmPool temperature maintained at 84°
Fitness CenterOpen 24/7 with use of Access Code
The Clubhouse @ Black Diamond RanchBreakfast: Sunday: 8:30 am – 11:00 amLunch:Tuesday – Sunday: 11:00 am – 4:00 pmDinner: See Calendar Take-Out Window:Tuesday – Sunday: 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Men’s LoungeTuesday – Friday:12:00 noon – closeSaturday: 12:00 noon – 4:00 pm
The name’s North, Weston North, major U.S. Air Force, retired. But, you already knew that from the last newsletter. So I’ve paid my $50.00 to get in this so called Black Diamond 3rd Annual Flats Fishing Contest and was expecting some feedback from the fish commish. I like to know who my competition is well in advance of the operation. You see, it’s all about planning. I remember the last time I went out without enough planning. 30 minutes out of Hai Phong bay, “angels 15” (15,000 feet). Check it out on the map, 20 degrees 51 minutes North, 106 degrees 43 minutes East. The ceiling was low but with enough gaps that I could see the white caps below and if I could see them, “they” could see me. With orders to fly directly to Doumer Bridge my GIB (guy in back) kept me focused on the mission. (For those of you that want to do the research, it’s no longer called Doumer Bridge but Long Bien Bridge or Câu Long Biên for you purists.) I was told this was a primary target and up to date reconnaissance was critical. It was the only bridge that connected Hanoi to Haiphong – all 5,532 feet of it. I was bright enough to know that it had to be a choke point for supplies coming out of Red China. So I assumed that we would eventually just bomb the thing to pieces. “Feet dry” my GIB yelled. That was always a relief to hear. You see, I don’t swim too well. Not what you would call one of my favorite sports. That meant we were about 104 clicks to target or about 64 miles for you non-metric types. Cruising along at about 590 miles an hour meant we’d be over that bridge in about 6 minutes. Focus, I said to myself. Get this done and we’ll be on our way home in no time. That’s when the phone rang. It was the fish commish. As promised he had some up-to-date intel for me on the contest. In case you haven’t heard, here is the latest….
• We’ve got our first registered husband and wife team. Dorothy and Tony Brice have committed to the contest and wanted to add a walleye category – just kidding.
• The Ike Walton Mob, the Three Hook “Hers” and the Late Swingers have also committed.
• Walt Ford has teamed up with Bill Reading and Bob Campbell who is toying with the idea of using a fly rod rather than spinning equipment.
• The Red Drums will be fishing again this year with higher hopes than what they turned in last year.
• The commish is still waiting to hear from LAW, Islamorada Cheeca’s, Chick with Sticks and the Master Baiters.
He also told me that there are at least two other teams in the process of getting their roster finalized and there’s still plenty of time to register. I’m sure that there’s more coming so I’ll leave the rest up to the commish.
And now a word from your fish commish…. I’m doing my best to control this Weston North guy but he’s on a mission of his own. There’s still plenty of time to register. Fishing doesn’t start until March 20th and lasts until April 3rd. But, you need to line up a guide shortly. That time of the month will be popular with guides and they will be booking up quickly. If you don’t have a guide let me know and I’ll give you some suggestions. After booking your guide, get your $50.00 per person deposit to me – either cash or check. Cash prizes and trophies to the best of the best. Good luck and thanks for participating…. Bill Williams (the fish commish) [email protected]
Black Diamond 3rd Annual Flats Fishing Contest
Trivia NighT WiNNers 2-7-13
1st Place:Brains on the Wane: $213.00
Jan & Leicle ChesserDave & Nicole Ragaini
Dennis & Kathleen SpauldingMike & Karen EvansDiane & John Collick
2nd Place: BriDGers: $149.10
Lorraine CarrierLou Shosho
Ellen HinsenkampMarge Rennick
Bill TaylorTom Mangold
3rd Place: Johnny Come LateLy: $63.90
Art & Toni MitchellFoster & Didi Lamm
Roger & Dawn Hertz and GuestsMike & Jan Carter
Alan & Lauren Sutherland
Happenings