Officers

James E. Kavanaugh

President

Mark Piccillo

Vice President

Peter M. Augustine

Treasurer

Terrence G. Greene Secretary

Board of Directors

Gregory R. Fierle

House Chair

Michael T. Gacioch

Golf Chair

Kenneth Kirst

Pool Chair

Kevin Malchoff

Membership Chair/Tennis Chair

David J. McNamara

Legal/Personnel Chair

Michael J. Murray

Marketing/Technology

Peter S. Schlee

Grounds Chair

Christopher M. Tryjankowski

Activities Chair

Staff

Michael A. Karnath, CCM

General Manager/COO

Marc Rosa, PGA

Head Golf Professional

Gale O. Hultquist

Golf Course Superintendent

Jeff Kolbas

Executive Chef

Kevin Hoffman

Clubhouse Manager

Eileen Crawford

Assistant Clubhouse

Manager

Janice Russell

Business Manager

Wanakah Country Club 2016

Come on Y’all!

Join us for some good old fashion BBQ

Ribs, Brisket, Cornbread, Slider Station, Potato Salad, Baked Potato

Station, Mac Salad, Baked Beans, Chopped Salad, Corn on the Cob, Pies!

$50.00++ Per Person Guests are Welcome

Counts toward your January Minimum

January 23rd 6pm-11pm

End of Season Wanakah Closing Party

“Off Season” Membership Drive

At the December Board of Directors meeting, the following membership incentives

were approved:

Any new member that joins between now and April 1st

will not pay dues until April.

The first primary sponsor of any new member will receive 2 guest passes to be

used during the 2016 Season.

The current discounted initiation fee will remain in effect until the golfing

membership cap of 310 is reached.

We currently have only 12 golfing memberships available, so if you know of anyone

that may be interested contact Mike Karnath or Janice Russell at the club, to take

advantage of this offer.

Clubhouse Hours of

Operation for the month of

January are:

4:30pm—9pm

Wednesday—Sunday

Open Bar, & From 6-7pm Corey Wachala and his friend Stephen

will be performing their Dueling Piano Act,

and DJ Gould our Backyard DJ from 7-11pm

Jeans are Allowed

Message from the President Dear Members:

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! I hope everyone has a wonderful, restful, and safe holiday season and that your New

Year is filled with all things good for you and your family. It is my pleasure on behalf of our current Board of Directors to thank the

outgoing board members – Kevin Sullivan (President), Todd Pohlman (Vice President), Mike Conway (Membership Chair), and Bill Licata

(Personnel Chair). Their leadership over the past three years has been invaluable – we appreciate your commitment to the Club.

We would like to give a warm welcome our new Directors: Chris Tryjankowski, Terry Greene, Ken Kirst, and Peter Augustine.

The Club under the leadership of our General Manager, Mike Karnath, along with his management team, had a most successful

year. This could not have been accomplished without the dedication and commitment of the clubhouse staff – we thank you all for the

outstanding service you provide throughout the year.

Gale Hultquist and his staff have been very busy implementing our tree management program. This program will improve our

turf and enhance the beauty and views of our golf course. The “interim” tag has been removed from Marc Rosa’s title as he is now our

Head Golf Professional. Marc is a great addition to Wanakah and we are excited to see what this upcoming season holds.

While our membership is at an all-time high as we begin the New Year, our objective is to reach our full membership capacity

of 310 golfing members. Please continue to spread the word to family and friends who would have an interest in joining the Wanakah

family. A strong membership is vital to the financial success of the Club. With that said, please remember your Club for special

occasions – no event is too big or too small.

The Activities Committee is hard at work planning a variety of events with something for everyone. If you haven’t had the

opportunity to participate in the past, or are new to the Club, I encourage you to get involved. From golf tournaments to couples

tennis, Tuesday night Men’s golf league to wine/beer tasting dinners, or Wednesday Women’s golf league to bocce ball, or Wii bowing -

there is an activity for everyone.

As recently stated in Mike Karnath’s Year-End letter, we anticipate the work to be completed on holes 12, 14, 15 and 17

before the golf season is in full swing…keep your fingers crossed for an early spring. Also, the marcite on the pool is being replaced and

will greatly enhance its appearance. Be sure to plan on using the pool with your children or grandchildren this summer.

I am looking forward to seeing you on January 23rd at the closing party, and throughout the year!

Jim Kavanaugh

President

Reciprocal Dining While Wanakah takes a break, we have arranged for several other area clubs to host our

members. Accommodation is by reservation only; when calling, please assist them in

proper billing by providing your name and member number. Avoid any awkward situations

by inquiring of any dress codes for the particular area you may be seated. Please audit

your restaurant check at time of service to assure accuracy.

Buffalo Yacht Club, Buffalo (year round) 883.5900

Lunch Hours: Wed.—Sat.—11:30am-2:00pm

Dinner Hours: Wed. & Thurs.. 5:30pm - 8:00pm Fri & Sat.- 5:30pm - 9:00pm

Brookfield Country Club, Clarence (year round) 632.2500

Lunch Hours: Wed.—Sun.—11:00am—4:00pm

Dinner Hours: Wed.—Sun.—5:00pm—9:00pm

Orchard Park Country Club, Orchard Park

(Feb and March only) 662.4471

Lunch Hours: Wed.—Sunday—11:30am-3:00pm

Dinner Hours—Wed.—Saturday—5:00pm—9:00pm

Sunday—4:30pm—8:00pm

Buffalo Club, Buffalo (Nov. 1st - April 30th) 886.6400

Lunch Hours: Mon.—Sat.—11:30am—2:00pm

Dinner Hours:

Formal Dining—Wednesday—Sat.—6:00pm—9:00pm

Casual Dining—Monday—Sat. 5:00pm—9:00pm

The club maintains many other reciprocal arrangements out of town; check with us if you

are traveling to Erie, Rochester, St. Catherine's, Syracuse, Jamestown, or Utica.

Note from the WCC Staff

Thank you to the many members

who contributed to the annual

holiday fund. Your generosity is

very much appreciated by all of

our employees. We wish you all a

Happy & Prosperous New Year

and look forward to servicing you

in 2016!

New Year’s Eve Menu

Appetizer & Soup Bar

(Included with all Entrees)

Smoked Salmon Deviled Eggs

Shrimp Cocktail

Oysters & Clams on the Half Shell

Clams Casino

Assorted Canapes

A Bruschetta Bar

~Soup~

Lobster Bisque

Three Squash Bisque

~Salad Options~

Ripe Beefsteak Tomato & Mozzarella

Arugula, Red Onion, Extra Virgin Olive Oil & Balsamic Glaze

Cranberry Salad

Mesclun Mix, Red Onions, Goat Cheese, Dried Cranberries & Candied

Walnuts with a Cranberry Vinaigrette

Caesar Salad Wedge

House Made Dressing, Crisp Romaine, Croutons

Asiago Crisp… White Anchovies Upon Request

~Entrees~

Roasted Beef Tenderloin “Oscar Style”

Jumbo Lump Crab Cake, Hollandaise

Yukon Gold Puree & Asparagus

Roasted Fillet of Seabass

5 Grain Risotto, Mascarpone, Pancetta Heirloom Tomato & Basil

Roasted Bone-In Veal Chop

Yukon Gold Potato Puree, Asparagus

Marsala Demi-Glace, Wild Mushroom Duxelles

Spinach Artichoke Stuffed Chicken

Wild Rice Pilaf, Grilled Asparagus Champagne Beurre Blanc

Double Cut Domestic Lamb Rack

Grilled Polenta, Asparagus, Mustard Mint Demi

16oz Lobster Tail

Drawn Butter, Sea Salt Baked Potato & Asparagus

24 oz Steamed Alaskan King Crab

Drawn Butter, Sea Salt Baked Potato & Asparagus

24oz Bone-In Ribeye

Fingerling Potato Hash with White Truffle

Shitake Mushrooms and Brûléed Red Onion

Mushroom Pappardelle

Shitake Mushrooms, Marsala, Shallots and Spinach

Add a Lobster Tail to any meal for

~Desserts~

Coconut Lemon Curd Cake

Gianduja (semi-flourless chocolate hazelnut cake)

Bananas Foster Crème Brulee

Praline Cookie Cup with Pistachio Gelato

Chocolate Ganache Cake

Come and enjoy an elaborate dinner and relaxing

evening at the club. The Chef has prepared a special

New Year’s Eve menu for the Evening.

First Seating: 5pm—Final Seating: 9pm, Reservations

will be limited to 30 people per half hour

Early reservations secure the popular Grille & Dining

Room tables. Jacket is requested in the Dining

Room.

SHAKE YOUR DRIVER

RATTLE YOUR PUTTER

&

ROLL THAT BALL INTO THE HOLE

THE 2016 ANSLEY WILCOX

INVITATIONAL TOURNAMENT

WILL ROCK YOU!!!

Ladies

ELVIS HAS NOT LEFT THE BUILDING

WATCH FOR FURTHER DETAILS IN THE APRIL NEWSLETTER

Friday, January 15th

The club will once again feature a movie night for the kids

allowing mom and dad to enjoy a date night at the club.

The Clubhouse staff will keep the kids entertained with

games, crafts, Activities and a movie. We will also have a

kid style dinner & dessert before the movie.

The Cinema at Wanakah will feature the Movie “Minions”

which will begin at 7pm.

$12++/per child includes food,

beverage and dessert.

Please place a call with the kids

reservation, as well as your dinner

reservation.

(Parents must be present at

the club)

Dress is Country Club Casual

NEW YEAR’S EVE

July 20th & 21st

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1

2

3

Prime Rib

Night

4

Club

Closed

5

Club

Closed

6

Wii Bowling & Banquet

Grille Room Dining Only

7

Wine

Special

8

Fish Fry 9

10

Prime Rib

Night

11

Club

Closed

12

Club

Closed

13 14

Wine

Special

15

Kids Movie

Night

16

Private Party Grille

Room Dining Only

17

Prime Rib

Night

18

Club

Closed

19

Club

Closed

20 21

Wine

Special

22

Fish Fry

23 Closing Party Backyard

BBQ No Regular Dinners

24

25

26

27 28 29 30

Club Closed for the Season

Golf Shop Last day of operation for the Golf Shop is December 23rd. It will be closed for the season—January, February and will

re-open in late March.

Important USGA Rule Changes for the 2016 Golf Season

Section 5-1e

A revision to this rule will deem solo rounds unacceptable for

handicap posting purposes beginning on January 1, 2016.

Rule: 14-1b

While making a stroke, a player may not anchor the club (i)

“directly” or (ii) indirectly through the use of an “anchor point.”

Penalty: Match Play – Loss of hole; Stroke play – Two strokes.

Permitted:

Traditional Grip with

mid-length putter

Prohibited: The club is

intentionally anchored

against the player’s body

Prohibited:

The players

gripping hand is

intentionally

held against the

body

Permitted: The

club can be in

contact with the

forearm during

the stroke

Frequently asked questions:

Can my club “grandfather” individual golfers who used an

anchored stroke before January 1, 2016?

No. Wanakah Country Club is a USGA Member Club and must abide by

the USGA Rules of Golf. This would be a waiver of a Rule of Golf for

particular players, and as such it would be impermissible under Rule 33-

1. This would also create an unfair advantage among players in

competition.

Can scores be posted under the USGA Handicap System if the

player anchored throughout the round?

No. The USGA Handicap System permits scores to be posted only when

they are played under the rules of Golf. The purpose of the Handicap

System is to reflect each golfer’s potential ability relative to that of the

other golfers, and that purpose would be eliminated if some golfers who

maintain a Handicap Index followed Rule 14-1b and others didn’t.

Club Closing and Re-opening Dates: The last day of operation and last day to satisfy your January spending minimum is Saturday, January 23rd at our Closing Party.

We will be re-opening starting on March 24th for Dinners only. We will be open on Easter Sunday, March 27th for our Easter Buffet.

All Club Events apply to your monthly minimum.

Golf Shop

Club

Closed