CCC Golf Incorporated, a California corporation, doing business as
Crystalaire Country Club
Newsletter
January 2015
Email us from our Website: www.CrystalaireCC.com
PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
Congratulations to Ron David, Peter Bradford and Dennis Bernstein who
were elected as Men’s Club Board Members. They will join the continuing
directors Ted Harrison and Bob Colman. A sincere thank you to Kevin
Shankel, Frank Sheets and Pete Markese for their dedication, efforts and
accomplishments. The Ladies’ Club officers continuing in 2015 are Cheryl
Olmstead, President; Mo Markese, VP; Barbara Dettloff, Secretary; Kathy
Werder, Treasurer; Paula Miller, Handicap and Marilyn Hollander,
Membership.
Who is the Best Winter Putter in 2015? Get the details from the Golf Shop
on how to enter in the Crystalaire Best Putter contest to be held in January.
The winners will be announced at the Super Bowl Sunday in February. The
first place winner wins a certificate for one month’s free dues. You do not
have to be a golfer; we’ll even provide a putter. You can play your round,
which will be on the practice putting green, every Saturday and Sunday
afternoon. The first entry is FREE for every member, but you may pay to
enter up to two additional times.
Making Memories, Share It With A Friend! Go Team CCC! Rewards for
2015 begin with you signing up in January!
TEAM CCC
A completely voluntary, member initiated,
contribution program.
Call the Business Office (661) 944-3091 for details.
Who’s the
“BEST PUTTER”
in 2015 at Crystalaire?
LET’S FIND OUT!
Join us fore the “Winter” Best Putter Contest!
Starts January 3rd and ends January 31st
Competitions are being held
Saturdays from 2 - 4 pm
and Sundays 1 - 3 pm
All members are eligible to participate
(Includes Social, Tennis and ALL Golf members)
2nd and 3rd tries are $20 each
The Grand Prize Winner will win
One Month’s Free Dues.
See the Golf Shop for more details.
Sign up in the
Golf Shop!
LLANO, CA 93544
GOLF SHOP NEWS
by Alan Arvesen, PGA Head Professional
HAPPY NEW YEAR! I hope that the coming year will bring
everyone lower scores, lower handicap and lots of tournament
victories, but most importantly, camaraderie, fellowship and
good sportsmanship.
Have you made your New Year’s Resolutions? Are you
determined to lower that handicap? Do you hope to win a
“major” event at the Club? Or do you just plan on increasing
your participation in Club activities? Hopefully the answer is
YES to all of the above. You will be receiving your 2015
Tournament and Social Calendar shortly. In it is a wealth of
information. It includes all of the Club’s social functions,
member tournaments, holidays and most of the outside
corporate events. Things can change, however. That is why
it is important to read the monthly newsletters. Any additions
or deletions of events will be included on the back calendar
page of each newsletter. Your safest bet, however, is to call
the Golf Shop for current activities. It just takes a minute to
find out if your day of golf will go uninterrupted or to find out
the current schedule for that day.
BEST WINTER PUTTER
2015 could be your year to be crowned Best Winter Putter.
The contest will officially start on Saturday, January 3 and
conclude on Saturday, January 31, on Saturday and Sunday
afternoons, and open to all members over the age of 23. The
competition will be an aggregate 9-hole score with the lowest
score over the five weeks being crowned the Best Winter Putter. Each member gets their first 9-hole round FREE and if
they wish to try again (not on the same day), each successive
round will be $20. There will be prizes for Best Winter
Putter, Best Male Putter, Best Female Putter and most “aces”.
For complete details, refer to the Rules and Regulations sheet
posted in the Golf Shop.
GOLF TIP OF THE MONTH: Course management―Now
that your swings are fine-tuned and you are ready for that
career round, here are a couple of reminders for better scoring
during the winter months. With the greens firm and fast, it is
always better to be below the hole than above it and likewise
when hitting approach shots to the greens, it is always easier
to be on the wide side of the flag rather than on the short side.
In other words, if you are going to miss the green, give
yourself the best opportunity for an up-and-down.
THINGS TO REMEMBER IN 2015:
Fix all of your ball marks and any others you might find
Replace your divots or fill them with divot sand
Rake your bunker after completing your shot or shots
Stay OUTSIDE of the Virtual Rope System
Keep those carts well away from the tees and greens
(look at the extra exercise you will get)
Play at a 4-hour pace and if not, let the following group
play through
Make sure your adjusted score is posted or have the
Golf Shop post it for you
Turn in a completed card (name, date, tees played,
signed and attested)
And most important of all, HAVE A GREAT 2015…
GOOD GOLFING!
Crystalaire Country Club
BITS ‘N’ PIECES
Crystalaire Men’s Club
Here we are starting off the New Year of 2015! I hope your Christmas and
New Year’s celebrations were happy and filled with the love and warmth of
family and friends.
from the Men’s Club President, Kevin Shankel
Life changes occur when we least expect
them. Routines lead us from day to day, week to
week and month to month. Suddenly one day, we all
may find ourselves reaching out for something that
had always been there only to find..... it has slipped
away. The Holidays come and lead most folks to
continued and heightened happy times with friends
and family. For others, friends, family and loved
ones may no longer be a part of what was once the
“most wonderful time of the year”. At CCC, it has
always been amazing to see how times of sadness
for one will lead so many others to rally
and garner help, comfort and understanding when it
is needed the most. 'Tis the season to be thankful
for all the folks we have come to know here at CCC,
who help us reflect and “share the memories” of
those no longer with us. 'Tis the season for all of us
to be more joyful than triumphant in times of good
fortune. Be sure to carry through the spirit of this
season into the next and every one beyond.
Ted, Frank, Bob, Jim and Pete......It has been an honor
to serve with those that I respect the most.
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It is nice to start out this year with news that speaks of love and kindness to
others, as experienced by our members Marina and Mel McNutt. The AV
Press covered a story regarding their missionary trip to the Middle East
organized by their church in conjunction with Wheels for the World and
Global Hope Network International. They spent 11 days there helping fit
wheelchairs for disabled children and adults. The McNutts felt this was a
good way for them to help as Marina is a nurse and Mel a physical therapist.
They say the experience was both physically and emotionally demanding
but so personally rewarding that they plan to do it again.
We want to thank CCC and Rock’n Roz for a great Christmas Party. The
turnout was better than ever, and of course we all had a fabulous time. The
karaoke and dancing were a big hit and the Twelve Days of Christmas
performance was better than ever. Don’t miss this event next year.
Santa’s Brunch was another great success with a good turnout of children
letting Santa know what they were wishing for and enjoying the Mickey
Mouse pancakes they love so much.
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well wishes go out to all those who fell victim to the various cold and
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flu bugs during the holidays (including yours truly) and hope everyone is
better and ready to start working on those New Year’s resolutions!
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Sincere condolences go out to Gene and Teri Mares and family on the
s passing of Gene’s brother, Don.
Please contact me with any information for this column. We want to hear
about your travels, special family events, etc. Call me at 661-944-1368 or
e-mail me at [email protected]. See you next month.
From Jim Stead:
A shout out to Jay Lockwood for marking trees
for trimming on the golf course.
Thought for the month: The trouble with the guy that talks too fast is
that he often says something he hasn’t thought of yet.
C.W.G.A.
ACES, ACES, ACES, ACES, ACES
Did your game take a backseat because of the holidays?
And now cold and wind are the new excuses? That is fine,
we are all in the same boat, but CWGA is kicking off 2015
with another try at GIRLS GONE WILD!! So if you
have nothing going on any Tuesday or Saturday morning,
come on up and sign in at the Golf Shop for games with the
girls. We’ll mix and match foursomes. Nothing could be
easier, just show up before 9 a.m., sign up and you have a
game! Plan on having a good time. Come and support
your Ladies’ Club and if you have any new ideas, contact
our President Cheryl Olmstead to present them at the first
meeting of the year. Happy New Year ladies!
Your news reporter, Barb Dettloff
Santa Claus did not bring any early Christmas presents, as there were no
Hole-In-One’s to report in December at Crystalaire. That brings to a close
the 2014 Hole-in-One season. There were nine Hole-In-Ones recorded for
the year. All nine were by men, as the women were shut out for the first
time in many years. Eight of the nine “aces” were by Crystalaire members
and no one had more than one. Hole #6 was the most “aced” hole with 5,
followed by Hole #11 with 3. There was one Hole-In-One on Hole # 8.
The men’s and ladies’ Hole-In-One program continues to grow. For
further information, contact one of the Golf Shop staff for assistance.
Maybe 2015 will be YOUR year!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO:
Bob Adams, Jane Anderson, Don Anton, Maria Atkinson, Chris
Baingo, Bruce Bates, Bob Berumen, Bill Broome, Terri Butgereit,
Nancy Castle, Ron David, Rae Dean, Cheri Dietzen, Steven
Dimmick, Sr., Dennis Ferry, Rosetta Fisher, Bill Galloway, Sr.,
Marcus Gonzales, Christine Greenway, Mel Henson, Robert
Henson, Fred Ibsch, Andy Kim, Joanne Kramer, Rod Kunkel, Ron
Malam, Lorena McWilliams, Ralph Miller, Courtney Nouh,
Patricia Owens, Christine Packer, Fred Pfahler, William
Rechenmacher, Brian Russell, Susan Ruthven, Gemma Saldana,
Kevin Shankel, Judy Sharkey, Rich Werder, Louis Whitlock, and
Dale Younger.
Wednesday Pasta Night
Spaghetti with Italian Sausage, Meatballs,
Marinara or Meat sauce
*****
Garlic Herb Ravioli
*****
Garden Salad &
Piping Hot Garlic Bread
*****
January 28, 2015
4:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Bunco starts at 6 p.m.
BY DONNA ARVESEN
If we missed anyone, our apologies. Please call the Business Office so that your information can be added to the database.
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TOURNAMENT RESULTS
UPCOMING TOURNAMENTS IN JANUARY:
CWGA Christmas Tournament
December 4
It was good golf, good food, and lots of fun during this annual 9-hole
tournament and luncheon. There were 30 participants in the Two Best
Balls of the Foursome “Shamble” event played under beautiful
December weather conditions. Taking first place gross prize was the
team of Mary Ann Blakely, Cathy Holiday, Betty Pfahler and Kathy
Werder with a score of 77 for the 9 holes. On the net side, the team of
Karon Blalock, Nancy Hinderer, Bev Lombardi and Kay Streckfuss
posted a 50 to take the top spot. Closest to the Pin Hole #6 went to
Kathy Werder, while Trudy Spake won the exciting Putting Contest
before play began. Congratulations to Kay Streckfuss and her
Committee for organizing and running this popular event.
Individual Stroke Play
January 3
This is the first of four stroke play events for 2015. The entry fee is
$10 per player and is a gross and net competition for men and
women. You may find your own playing partners and it is an Open
“T”.
Sunday Couples
January 4
This first Couples event will be a Partners Combined Net format.
The ladies will receive an additional five strokes added to their
current January handicap. Entry fee is $10 per couple and tee times
will be on a first-come basis after 9:00 a.m. You may find your own
playing partners or the Golf Shop will try to pair you up with
another couple. For all you new members, this is a great
opportunity to meet some new couples, get your feet wet in
tournament competition and have a great time.
Sunday Couples
December 7
Playing a Partners Better Ball (gross & net), Rich & Kay Streckfuss
carded an 83 to win the gross division, while Ron & Charlotte David
combined for a 60 to win the net crown as 8 couples turned out for this
monthly event. Alan & Janice Strech posted a 65 for second. This
was the last event of the 2014 season. The first Sunday Couples of
2015 will be on January 4. See separate article for details.
THURSDAY and SATURDAY TEAM PLAY SET
Thursday Team
There are 21 players signed up and ready to go for the 2015 SCGA
Thursday Team Play season. Captain Lynn McClung has prepared
the team, and they are ready to go as they open the season on the
road Thursday, January 15 at Rio Bravo. They then host Rio Bravo
on Thursday, January 22 followed by Home and Home matches
against Silver Lakes and Apple Valley. A listing of the players in
the first match will be posted in the Golf Shop along with the full
schedule of matches. There will be a team meeting at 2:00 p.m. on
Thursday, January 8 in the Men’s Locker Room. The Thursday
HAPPY MEMBERSHIP ANNIVERSARY:
15 years: Terry and Celeste Grimes
“Doc” and Cathy Holiday
10 years: Seong and Grace Jun
Richard and Kathy Werder
squad is armed and ready to make a run at the playoffs after a
long absence.
LOCKERS AVAILABLE
Saturday Team
The Saturday squad, captained by Bill Reagan, will get things going
at home against Silver Lakes on Saturday, January 17. The
re-match is scheduled for January 24 at Silver Lakes followed by
Home and Home matches against Muroc Lake and Apple Valley.
The Saturday squad has 18 players signed up and ready to do
battle. A complete listing of all matches is listed in the DATES TO
WATCH FOR section of this newsletter. The Saturday squad is also
looking to get back to playoff action. 2015 could be THE YEAR!
You forgot to watch the weather report, and you showed up at the Club
in the new golf shirt that you got for Christmas. Unfortunately, the
temperature is 42 degrees and the chill factor is around 30. But your
buddies have included you in their game and there is no backing out.
What do you do? If you had a locker, your problem would be solved.
For a yearly fee of $60, you can keep that extra jacket, pair of shorts or
shoes, or even an umbrella on hand, just in case. Men’s and ladies’
lockers are still available for rent, so get yours today. For further
information or assistance, contact one of the Golf Shop staff .
2015 PRIVATE CART STICKERS
If you have not already had your private cart inspected by Balta, wait
no longer. A handful of you have not received your 2015 sticker. (A
list is posted in the Golf Shop). Those of you without a new sticker
must check with the Golf Shop before going on the golf course.
If you have any recent photographs to contribute to the
Nature Corner of our website, please contact Mary Ann
Blakely, (661) 944-2111.
Super Bowl Party
Holes
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MEMBER HOLE MAINTENANCE PROGRAM
To continue the tradition of maintaining
excellent playing conditions year round, here is
how you can help on your assigned hole:
1. Replace divots on tees & fairways with sod
or fill with divot mix.
2. Pick up broken tees on the tee box and
throw in trash container on ball washer.
3. Fix ball marks on Greens - not only your
mark but also on your assigned holes.
Valentine’s Day
Sunday, February 1, 2015
Dinner
Friday, February 13th
XLIX
SUPER BOWL
Dinner from
5:30-8:00 pm
Complimentary Snacks
Served at Half Time
Prize presentation for the Putting Contest Winners!
Letter of
Last Name
Music & Dancing
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JANUARY
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
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NEWSLETTER
DEADLINE
JANUARY 25, 2015
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Thursday
1 New Year’s Day
Please Note:
OUTSIDE FOOD & BEVERAGES ARE NOT
ALLOWED ON CLUB PREMISES.
Please help us comply with LA County
and ABC laws.
4 Couples - Open ‘T’
Wednesday
7
Friday
2
Saturday
3 Skins
Individual Stroke
Play
Best Putter Contest
Clubhouse Open
8
2 –4 pm
9 Birthday Night
10 CWGA Meeting
3pm
Best Putter Contest
2 –4 pm
Best Putter Contest
1 - 3 pm
Clubhouse Closed
11
12
13
14
15 Men’s Team Play
*reservations required
Private Party
16
17 Skins
Men’s Team Play
Home vs. Silver Lakes
10 am shotgun
at Rio Bravo
Best Putter Contest
1 - 3 pm
Best Putter Contest
Clubhouse Closed
18
19 Martin Luther
2 –4 pm
20
21
22Ladies Guest Day
23Birthday Night
King Jr. Day
at Silver Lakes
Men’s Team Play
Home vs. Rio Bravo
Best Putter Contest
1 - 3 pm
10 am shotgun
Clubhouse Closed
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26
27
28Men’s Guest Day
BRING YOUR GUESTS TO GOLF - SPECIAL DISCOUNTED GREEN FEES
Crystalaire OPEN HOUSE PLAY DAYS
Special green fees from $39-$45 includes CART!
Monday & Tuesday-after 9 am!
*LIMITED TIME OFFER* Book tee times with the Pro Shop
CRYSTALAIRE COUNTRY CLUB
15701 Boca Raton Avenue
Llano, California 93544
Office (661) 944-3091
Golf Shop (661) 944-2111
Dining Room (661) 944-2112
Website address: www.CrystalaireCC.com
MEN’S CLUB OFFICERS/COMMITTEE
President
Kevin Shankel
Vice President
Pete Markesse
Secretary
Ted Harrison
Treasurer
Frank Sheets
At Large/Handicap
Bob Colman
Green Committee
Jim Stead
SCGA Club Delegate
Don Dodge
LADIES CLUB OFFICERS
President
Cheryl Olmstead
Vice President
Mo Markese
Secretary
Barbara Dettloff
Treasurer
Kathy Werder
Handicap
Paula Miller
Membership
Marilyn Hollander
CRYSTALAIRE COUNTRY CLUB
ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Don Anton
Pauline Hudson
Jean Reason
CRYSTALAIRE COUNTRY CLUB STAFF
Food & Bev Manager
Jan Anton
Golf Course Superintendent
Allen Fude
Golf Professional
Alan Arvesen
Head Chef
Mary Tuck
Membership Sales Director
Mary Ann Blakely
Website Director
Kimberly White
Administration Manager
Laura Loh-Litten
Golf Cart/Facility Manager
Baltazar Diaz
Club Office Hours
Monday to Friday
7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Golf Shop (Winter)
Monday to Friday
Saturday & Sunday
7:00 am - 5:00 pm
6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Range (Winter)
Monday to Friday
Saturday & Sunday
7:00 am - 4:30 pm
6:00 am - 4:30 pm
Dining Room Hours
Tuesday
8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Wednesday through Friday
7:00 am - 3:00 pm
Saturday and Sunday
7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Friday Evening
5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Special Events
T.B.A.
Closed Mondays (Except on certain major Holidays)
Bar Hours
Tuesday to Sunday
Friday evening
Snack Bar
Closed until further notice
Best Putter Contest
*reservations required
30
2 –4 pm
31 Men’s Team Play
at Muroc Lake
Best Putter Contest
*reservations required
Clubhouse Closed
29 Men’s Team Play
Home vs. Silver Lakes
10 am shotgun
Pasta
Night
Best Putter Contest
1 - 3 pm
24 Men’s Team Play
Open - 5:00 pm
Open - 10:00 pm
2 –4 pm
DATES TO WATCH FOR NEXT MONTH
Feb. 1 Sun
Sunday Couples – Open “T”
Super Bowl Sunday – 3:00 pm
*reservations required
Feb. 5 Thu
Men’s Thursday Team
at Silver Lakes
Feb. 6 Fri
Birthday Night
*reservations required
Feb. 7 Sat
Men’s Saturday Team
Home vs Muroc Lake –10:00 am
Skins
Feb. 12 Thu
Men’s Thursday Team
at Apple Valley
Feb. 13 Fri
Valentine’s Day Dinner/Dance
*reservations required
Feb. 14 Sat
Men’s Saturday Team
Home vs Apple Valley – 10:00 am
Feb. 15 Sun
Sweetheart Tournament
9:00 am – 1st tee
To access the Newsletter on our website,
go to www.CrystalaireCC.com
(log in with your membership number,
your last name is your password).
Pets are not allowed anywhere on Club
property, including riding in carts. Club
property also includes the golf course,
swimming pool area and parking lot. We
thank you for complying with our By-laws.
Who’s the
“BEST PUTTER”
in 2015 at Crystalaire?
LET’S FIND OUT!
Join us fore the Best Putter Contest!
Starts January 3rd and ends January 31st
Competitions are being held
Saturdays from 2 - 4 pm and Sundays 1 - 3 pm
All members are eligible to participate
(Includes Social, Tennis and ALL Golf members)
2nd and 3rd tries are $20 each
The Grand Prize Winner will win
One Month’s Free Dues.
There will also be a prize for the Best Male Putter,
the Best Female Putter, and the Most Aces
See the Golf Shop for more details.
Sign up in the
Golf Shop!
Sunday, February 1, 2015 at 3:00 pm
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January 2015
Who’s the
“BEST PUTTER”
in 2015 at Crystalaire?
LET’S FIND OUT!
Join us fore the “Winter” Best Putter Contest!
Starts January 3rd and ends January 31st
Competitions are being held
Saturdays from 2 - 4 pm
and Sundays 1 - 3 pm
Sign up in the
Golf Shop!
All members are eligible to participate
(Includes Social, Tennis and ALL Golf members)
2nd and 3rd tries are $20 each
The Grand Prize Winner will win
One Month’s Free Dues.
Don’t forget about the Club when
planning a Party, Business Meeting
or Family Get Together!
Crystalaire Country Club is the place to count on
your event being done your way with no stress.
Call us at 661-944-2111 to book your next event!
See the Golf Shop for more details.
Wrightwood
Lodging Association
For places to stay while in the area,
visit our website
www.wrightwoodmountainresort.com
Super Bowl Party
Sunday, February 1, 2015
XLIX
SUPER BOWL
SCSA
Southern California Soaring Academy
Come Fly with us!
Call (661) 944-1090
Llano, California
Hours - 9 am to Sunset
Friday thru Monday
Complimentary Snacks
(Hot Dogs, Chili & Nachos)
Served at Half Time
Prize presentation for the
Putting Contest Winners!