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BOOKCLIFF COUNTRY CLUB

Bookends

Issue 30

April 2023

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IN THIS EDITION

BOARD OF DIRECTORS Sally Schaefer, President John Elmer, Vice President Lori Grider, Secretary Parker King, Treasurer Kimberly Bullen, Director Jeff Emerson, Director Clarissa Field, Director Jeff Hanson, Director Jim Hopkins, Director Jessica Smith, Director

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FROM THE GENERAL MANAGER

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WELCOME TO THE COMMUNITY

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SPRING INTO THE SEASON



FOOD & BEVERAGE CORNER

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CORE CONNECTIONS



FITNESS CORNER

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IT'S THAT TIME AGAIN!



GOLF CORNER

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GOLF + MASSAGE

MASSAGE CORNER

STAFF

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MONTHLY CALENDAR

Dave Fiscus ............................ General Manager Dustin Benton ............. Director of Club Operations Jeremy Herigstad ..... Sales & Marketing Director Steven Barnard ......................... Chef de Cuisine Bryan Marshall, PGA ..... Head Golf Professional Kyle Fick .................. Golf Course Superintendent Preston Patterson ............... Office Administrator Chelsea Hren ........................ Events Coordinator

CONTACT Business Office: 970-243-3323 [email protected] Reservations: 970-243-3323 [email protected] Golf Shop: 970-242-9053 [email protected]

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STAY CONNECTED Visit facebook.com/BookcliffCountryClub or join the private Facebook group, (search for Bookcliff Country Club) for daily lunch specials, information about events, pictures, and all the latest from the Club. We’re on Instagram too: @bookcliffcountryclub; follow us today!

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FROM THE

GENERAL MANAGER Dear Bookcliff Members, As I am getting settled into my new role as your General Manager, I am very excited about all of the positive things that this club has going on. First of all, I feel very fortunate to have been able to meet so many of you already and look forward to getting to know all of you that I have not yet had the opportunity to meet. I have been very impressed with the wonderful board and committees that are assembled here. The amount people that volunteer their time and expertise to make BCC the best it can be is a testament to the membership here. It has already been a pleasure to work alongside these committees in getting up to speed in all areas of the club and allocating our budgeted 2023 CAPEX to projects such as ordering some new amenities for the golf course, ordering the remaining materials to complete the fence replacement around the maintenance facility and some upcoming upgrades to the dining room and bar. In addition, I am very pleased with the overall current staff that we have in place. When visiting the club last year it was easy to notice that we have some great people in place to take care of our members which was one of the things that drew me here. It would be easy to recognize so many of our staff for their contributions to the club and what they bring every day to the team. At the heart of every great team is a great leader. With the being said, we are very excited to announce the promotion of Dustin Benton. Dustin has done a fantastic job as our Food & Beverage Director and will be promoted to Director of Club Operations effective April 1, 2023. Dustin will still be the front face of the F&B Operations but will also be the lead in coordinating indoor and outdoor activities such as Athletics, Swimming Operations, and Sport Court Activities. With Dustin’s history of coaching and mentoring in the Valley, we know he will do an amazing job in his new position. Please congratulate Dustin when you see him! Unfortunately, sometimes great staff members move on to other opportunities for different reasons. We will surely miss Andy Nikkari as our Golf Course Superintendent and wish Andy the very best in his new venture. With the departure of Andy, we have put our noses to the grindstone to search for the best fit possible to fill this extremely important position. After an intense selection process of nearly a dozen very qualified candidates, we have selected Kyle Fick who will be joining us on April 5th. Kyle has a B.S. in Environmental Horticulture from the University of Minnesota and was previously the Superintendent at Bully Pulpit Colf Course in Medora, North Dakota which is annually a top 5 golf course in North Dakota and has been mentioned in multiple magazines on their top 100 lists. With the golf season upon us, we are fortunate to return most of the course maintenance staff from last season and are pleased that Kyle will be stepping into a team with many years of experience to help him hit the ground running when he arrives. The entire team here at the club is looking forward to the upcoming season and we can’t wait to see you all here. Thank you for your continued support!

Dave Fiscus General Manager [email protected]

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Sincerely, Dave Fiscus General Manager

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Welcome to the Community! Colin Cameron Colton & Sharaya Cowan

Curt Krause & Darcy Miller

Tom & Ginger Garite

Charles Mannix & Ali Aberle

Rob & Martha Griffin

Lauren & Tyler O'Dell

Josh & Daniele Henderson

Dalton Penner & Skyla Oetwiler

Adam & Trina Hobbs Lars & Amanda Irion Nathan Jean & Amy Pinario Jean

Tom & Missy Silzell Kohlby & Olivia Wells Alex & Allison Weber

Help us welcome Bookcliff's NEWEST members!

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SPRING INTO THE SEASON

With the seasons changing we are preparing for big things here at BCC. April 1st is MGA opening day so our team is elevating or efforts to prepare for the best golf season yet. We look to provide a great day of golf, food and beverages for our guys. Tuesdays and Thursdays will kick off our LGA and MGA evenings following the tournament.

Dustin Benton Director of Club Operations [email protected]

April also means the rollout of new food and craft cocktail menus. The entire front of house and kitchen staffs have worked diligently to produce new exquisite recipes guaranteed to dazzle our members palates. I am very proud of Chef and his team for the food quality and consistency provided daily to the families at BCC. Please stop in and try some new things and let us know your feedback. Easter Brunch is right around the corner!. We are excited to be featuring the Donna Aubert-sponsored Petting Zoo and the Annual Easter Egg Hunt again this year for the young kiddos to enjoy. Chef has created an outstanding food menu that will certainly accommodate everyones Easter appetites. The festivities will take place on April 9th from 9:00AM - 1:00PM. Please contact Jeremy at [email protected] for all of your reservation needs as this event will fill up quickly and will most likely sell out. We all look forward to providing a fun family experience for all of our members.

Steven Barnard Chef de Cuisine [email protected]

I would like to take this opportunity to thank the F&B staff for their continued efforts to create an outstanding service level for our members and their continued execution of large events and family gatherings. I would also shout out thanks to our membership for allowing BCC to host their various events here at the club. Attendance to all of our themed dinners and holiday events is at a all time high, I appreciate everyone at BCC for supporting the club in all endeavors.

KITCHEN HOURS MONDAY: CLOSED TUESDAY - THURSDAY: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM FRIDAY & SATURDAY: 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM SUNDAY: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM

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BAR SERVICE HOURS MONDAY: CLOSED TUESDAY-SUNDAY: 11:00 AM - Close (Depending on demand)

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CORE CONNECTIONS

Many people equate the core with their abdominal muscles. Your “core” is much more than that.

The true core of the body is the spine. Core muscles are defined as all of the muscles that support the spine. This includes muscles in your back, side, pelvis, hips and buttocks. These muscles are essential for movement and affect your everyday life in dozens of ways, large and small. Think of your core muscles as a sturdy central link connecting your upper and lower body. Forces that propel movement either originate in your core or transfer through your core on the way from one part of the body to another. Much like the trunk of a young tree, core muscles need to be strong, yet flexible. Weak, inflexible, or unbalanced core muscles can impair how well the rest of the body moves and undermine the ease and power of the motions that are part of your everyday life. No matter where the movement starts, it transfers upward or downward to adjoining links of the chain. If there is a weak link in the kinetic chain of movement, such as a weak hip or back muscle, it can undercut the strength of the movement and may start a chain of misalignments in the joints and limbs that may set up you up for injuries over time.

Christen M. Coburn, RYT-200

Group Fitness Coordinator

A healthy core workout works all of your core muscles. The term “abs” refers to one specific abdominal muscle known as the rectus abdominis. The set of abdominal muscles includes the internal oblique, external oblique and transversus abdominis. These muscles should be worked along with all of the back, hip, buttock and pelvic muscles. A strong core also enhances balance and stability. Therefore, it can help prevent falls and injuries during sports or other activities. A strong, healthy core underpins a healthy physique and, consequently, almost everything you do. It is also the secret to sidestepping a lot of debilitating back pain. Core work is for everyone, no matter what your age or fitness level. Here at BCC, we offer several core classes each week. These classes currently meet at 9:00AM on Mondays and Fridays. You may also consult one of our qualified fitness professionals to assist you in developing a personal plan to suit your needs.

FITNESS INFORMATION FITNESS CENTER HOURS MONDAY: 6 AM - 5 PM TUESDAY - FRIDAY: 6 AM - 7 PM SATURDAY - SUNDAY: 8 AM - 7 PM

CLASS SCHEDULE MONDAY: 9:00 AM PILATES/CORE TUESDAY: 10:30 AM & 5:45 PM YOGA WEDNESDAY: 9:00 AM GET FIT! THURSDAY: 10:30 AM & 5:45 PM YOGA FRIDAY: 9:00 AM PILATES/CORE

Golf Membership includes Weekly Exercise Classes

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IT'S THAT TIME AGAIN! Just like that we are back into golf season. The golf staff is very excited about all the things to come in 2023! We wanted to make you aware of a few things as we start the season. Until we get water back on the course sometime this month, we have instituted the 90-degree rule. Under this rule, carts are allowed on the fairway, but they must maintain a 90-degree angle from the cart path. You must take the cart path to a spot that is even with your ball, make a right angle turn and drive straight toward the ball. This rule is in effect on all holes, except for Par 3’s which will be cart path only. Click here to view a video if you need further clarification. We appreciate your patience and thank you for following the cart rules. I think you will see a tremendous improvement in early season course conditions in comparison to last year. April Golf Events • MGA Opening Day • Saturday, April 1st • LGA Opening Day • Tuesday, April 4th • Callaway Fitting Day • Friday, April 7th • LGA Tee-Off Brunch & Golf After • Satuday, April 15th • MGA 2-Man Match Play • Saturday & Sunday, April 22nd & 23rd • Course Closed for Aeration • Monday & Tuesday, April 24th & 25th More companies are being scheduled for fitting days and we will let everyone know once those dates are finalized.

GOLF HOURS OF OPERATION

On a personal note, I want to thank all of you for the opportunity to serve as your Head Golf Professional. The staff and I are looking forward to the 2023 Season!

GOLF COURSE

Sincerely,

PRO SHOP

MONDAY: CLOSED TUESDAY thru SUNDAY: STARTING AT 9:00 AM

MONDAY: CLOSED TUESDAY thru SUNDAY: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Bryan Marshall, PGA [email protected]

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During the off-season, course hours may vary depending on weather. Please call the pro shop at 970-242-9053 to confirm hours on these days.

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March 2021 Bookends

Opening Day

TUESDAY, APRIL 4TH

The Bookcliff Country Club Ladies' Golf Association is made up of a wide variety of women! Many are brand new to the game, while there are just as many who have enjoyed this game for many years. Some ladies simply want to socialize, while others like to add a bit of friendly competition into the mix. Explore a variety of leagues and find the perfect fit. Mix and match leagues, play in multiple... it’s up to you! For more information, email [email protected]

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CALLING ALL GOLFERS! Did you know that massage and bodywork are great ways to improve your golf game? Research shows that massage therapy and bodywork helps to improve the performance of golfer's game! Golf massage concentrates on relaxing the back, hamstrings,hip flexors, shoulders and wrists to create a bigger shoulder turn, better hip and back flexibility and a more powerful torque and higher finish. Massage and bodywork can give you pain relief, improve circulation, and improve mental focus. No matter if you’re an avid golfer or the occasional player massage and bodywork are great ways to improve and keep you in the game. April’s Golf Special Package of (3) 60 Minute Therapeutic Massages for $270 In Good Health, Robin Zeller,LMT,CZB [email protected] (970) 778-2277

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APRIL

Calendar

1 MGA OPENING DAY 10:00AM SHOTGUN

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9:00 AM CORE/PILATES

9 EASTER BRUNCH, EGG HUNT, AND PETTING ZOO 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

10:30 AM YOGA 5:45 PM YOGA

5 9:00 AM GET FIT!

LGA LEAGUE PLAY (See Schedule)

LGA OPENING DAY 5:00 PM SHOTGUN

MGA LEAGUE PLAY (See Schedule)

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10:30 AM YOGA 5:45 PM YOGA

12 9:00 AM GET FIT!

LGA LEAGUE PLAY (See Schedule)

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18 10:30 AM YOGA 5:45 PM YOGA LGA LEAGUE PLAY (See Schedule)

MGA TWO MAN MATCH PLAY 9:00 AM SHOTGUN

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9:00 AM CORE/PILATES CALLAWAY FITTING DAY

14 9:00 AM CORE/PILATES

LGA LEAGUE PLAY (See Schedule)

15 LGA TEE OFF BRUNCH AND GOLF AFTER 5:30 PM

MGA LEAGUE PLAY (See Schedule)

9:00 AM CORE/PILATES

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10:30 AM YOGA 5:45 PM YOGA

LGA LEAGUE PLAY (See Schedule)

*RESERVATIONS REQUIRED

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19 9:00 AM GET FIT! TRIVIA NIGHT 6:00 PM

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21 9:00 AM CORE/PILATES

LGA LEAGUE PLAY (See Schedule)

MGA TWO MAN MATCH PLAY 9:00 AM SHOTGUN

MGA LEAGUE PLAY (See Schedule)

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10:30 AM YOGA 5:45 PM YOGA

9:00 AM GET FIT!

10:30 AM YOGA 5:45 PM YOGA

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COURSE CLOSED FOR AERATION

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LGA LEAGUE PLAY (See Schedule) MGA LEAGUE PLAY (See Schedule)

Dates and times subject to change. Contact the Club to confirm activities or make reservations at 970-243-3323 or email [email protected]

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Experience the Club.

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