Seabrook Island Club News
May 27th, 2011


In This Issue
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCMENTS
JUNE PRESIDENT'S LETTER
UPCOMING EVENTS
MEMBERSHIP
ANNUAL SURVEY
SHOP TALK
GOLF NEWS
TENNIS NEWS
HOURS OF OPERATION
Important Announcements

Palmetto Room

From May 23rd-September 5th, the Palmetto Room will be open for dinner Thursday-Saturday from 5:30pm-9pm with the relaxed Bohicket's Lounge dress code. Come and enjoy the beautiful view this summer!



Kids Korner

Camp Seabrook

May 30th-September 2nd

Ages 4-11 Monday-Friday

9am - 12pm at the SIPOA Lake House

For more information call Natalie Wolin at 843-725-3470



Tie Dye at The Beach Club

May 28th at 12:30pm



Kid's Movie Night every Thursday

June 9th-September 2nd

Ages 4-12

5pm-8pm in the Arcade at The Beach Club

$8.95 for dinner buffet.

Reservations required by calling 768-1244




JUNE PRESIDENT'S LETTER

June 1, 2011



Dear Member,



I'm pleased to report the golf revenue enhancement initiatives mentioned in previous letters are now in motion and are producing better-than-expected results! Though early, all initial signs indicate high interest and utilization of the new afternoon rates, the Concierge rate and the pre-paid golf rounds discount (for those Members who rent a property and wish to offer their rental guests a reduced rate to enjoy our wonderful golf courses). We are pleased with the early results and will continue to monitor them closely.



Over the past month I've communicated with some of our Members who are concerned as to how Member tee times will be handled during the week of the 2012 PGA Championship. As you may recall, the Board has asked our Members to abide by our current tee time booking process, while supporting Seabrook Island visitors' planning needs through advance bookings, so long as their reservation is guaranteed with a credit card. The goal is to maximize golf revenues and Island exposure. With many of our Members planning on entertaining out of town guests during the event and many not residing full time on Seabrook, some have expressed a concern that our Club will not be able to accommodate their needs. With the PGA being 14 months away it's too early to tell what the demand for golf will be on Seabrook, but bookings will be monitored closely by Brian Thelan, our Head Golf Professional, and his staff. If the demand is high enough to indicate Member needs may not be able to be accommodated, the tee time booking process will be adjusted and Members will be advised. If the demand isn't high enough for concern, then we will rely on our normal operating practices. Maximizing revenues and taking advantage of this once in a lifetime opportunity to showcase Seabrook Island may result in some shift in available tee times, but our staff will do its very best to accommodate all Members.



Financial Snapshot

Year-To-Date Through April 30, 2011

Actual Budget Variance

Club Operations

Revenue 3,390,367 3,332,954 57,413

Expenses 3,602,583 3,576,403 (26,180)

Excess Revenue Over Expenses (212,216) (243,449) 31,233



Unrestricted Joining Fees 212,713 140,000 72,713



Real Estate (145,195) (32,139) (113,056)



Increase (Decrease) in

Net Assets (144,698) (32,139) (9,110)



As you can see from the "Financial Snapshot" above, the Club is doing well (thanks and congratulations to our golf and tennis departments), though the real estate market continues to leave much to be desired. However, our dining support, specifically in the Island House, was down significantly in the first four months of this year as compared to 2010. Since Member feedback and comment card scores continue to be extremely positive, we don't know what has caused this decrease, but suspect economic restrictions, the loss of the "newness factor" of the Island House, or increased competition may be factors. In any case, we ask that you continue to enjoy and support our dining operation so we may continue to offer the quality of food and service reflected in the high Member satisfaction ratings and comments.



Warm Regards,



Coby Van de Graaf

President

Next Town Hall Meeting

~ Atlantic Room ~

Tuesday, July 26th / 4:00 pm



UPCOMING EVENTS

Sunday, May 29th

Memorial Day Program

The Beach Club Ocean Terrace

4pm

Join us for a special Memorial Day program that highlights the true meaning of the day. We will have a patriotic performance by The Island Choraliers & special guest speaker Stacy Pearsall. No reservations are necessary & a member charge bar will be available. Live music at the Pelican's Nest following the event at 5:30pm.



Stacy L. Pearsall got her start as an Air Force photographer over ten years ago at the age of 17. During her time in the service, she traveled to over 41 countries and attended S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University. She is one of only two women to win the NPPA Military Photographer of the Year competition, and the only woman to have won it twice. During her three tours in Iraq, she earned the Bronze Star Medal and Commendation with Valor for heroic actions under fire.



Her work has been published in various media to include Time Magazine, New York Times, CNN, BBC, LA Times, USA Today, Soldier of Fortune, Sports Illustrated, Bahrain Times, Oscar nominated PBS: Operation Home Coming and GQ Magazine: This is Our War. Most notably, she was interviewed by Oprah Winfrey and also featured in national magazines, Pink, Popular Photography and Newsweek, where she shared my experiences as a female combat photojournalist.



Thursday, June 2nd

Trivia Night at Pelican's Nest

5:30pm

Every 1st Thursday of the month will be trivia night at Pelican's Nest for the summer. You can play by yourself or create a team to compete for a first prize free bar tab for the night. No need to sign up and the event is free! Grab a table and play while eating dinner or sit at the bar for this casual night with friends, just leave those smart phones at home!

MEMBERSHIP


Since the recent membership promotion was such a success, the board has approved the promotion be extended through May 31, 2011 with the stipulation that dues be paid retroactive to March 1, 2011.



~Community members can upgrade to Social for $4,000 (normally $8,000)

~Community to Full for $12,000 (an $18,000 upgrade)

~Social/Sports & Full Non-Resident to Full for $4,000 (a $10,000 upgrade)

~Also, a current Community member can purchase a second Community membership for $2,000, pay the additional upgrade to Social of $4,000, and dues will cover the amenity access fees for rental guests.



FULL: Dues - $621/ Interest Dues - $92

Unlimited golf at cart fee only for members (currently $21/pp)

Unlimited tennis at no charge

Discounted golf rate for immediate family (currently $32/pp)

Discounted golf rate for accompanied guests (currently $60/pp)

Free tennis for immediate Family

2 Free Equestrian Center pony or beginner trail rides annually

Free golf club identification labels & handicapping service

Free golf bag storage & 50% off lockers

Free Range Balls

Reservations for tee times up to 30 days in advance

Use of the Beach Club pools, arcade and Club restaurants

Member discount

AMENITY FEE WAIVED FOR RENTAL GUESTS



SOCIAL: Dues - $394 / Interest Dues - $73

25 rounds of golf at cart fee only for member or personal (not rental, commercial or fellow club member) guest use

Unlimited tennis at no charge

Reservations for tee times up to 14 days in advance

Use of the Beach Club pools, arcade and Club restaurants

Member discount

AMENITY FEE WAIVED FOR RENTAL GUESTS



Food and beverage minimums are based on residency (not membership level) and are $500 per year for a non-resident and $1,500 per year for a resident.



Seabrook Island Property Owners Association

and Seabrook Island Club Joint Survey - 2011

The Seabrook Island Property Owners Association and Club have combined their annual surveys in a joint effort to achieve cooperation, minimize confusion, and gain cost savings. The purpose of this survey is for you as a property owner and/or member to provide valuable input which will be used by both organizations in their respective planning processes. Your participation is vital to the success of these efforts.


Please note that multiple perspectives on Island and Club issues are desirable. If there are two adult principals in your household, each is encouraged to take the survey independently. A small section relating to household demographics will be bypassed if a second person from the same household responds to the survey.



You should expect to spend about 10 minutes apiece for the SIPOA and SIC sections, making 20 minutes total. We urge you to complete the whole survey and to do so in one sitting. Please use the comments sections freely.



The survey is divided into the following sections:



Part 1: Seabrook Island Property Owners Association - Vision and Governance

Part 2: SIPOA Operations

Part 3: SIPOA Communications

Part 4: SIPOA Facilities and Fitness/Recreational Activities

Part 5: Demographics

Part 6: Seabrook Island Club - Food and Beverage

Part 7: SIC Golf

Part 8: SIC Tennis

Part 9: SIC Beach Club

Part 10: SIC Social Programs

Part 11: SIC General





As in the past two surveys, we are implementing this survey 100% in-house through the use of Survey Monkey. All responses are anonymous. No names or email addresses are available to the Annual Survey Team.



To take the survey now, please click on the following link

https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/jointsurvey



If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Shawna Jarrett at
(843) 725-1563.



Thank you for your participation in this important endeavor!
SHOP TALK



Memorial Day Weekend Sale!

(Friday, May 27th through Monday, May 30th)



Seabrook Shoppe:

All bathing suits are 20% off, select apparel items from 30-50% off and select house wares are 30-50% off.



Golf and Tennis Shops:

All apparel is 25% off! Items already on sale are an additional 10% off!!

GOLF NEWS



MGA Memorial Friday, May 27 and Saturday May 28

In honor of Seabrook Island Club members who are no longer physically with us but have made contributions to our MGA golf program

Two-man team event - four different 9 hole formats

Tee times Friday morning - 9 am shotgun start Saturday

Entry fee is $40 per player plus cart fee which includes prizes and awards luncheon following play.



MGA Summer Sizzler Four Ball and Beat the Pro's Saturday, June 11

Pick your best partner and try to beat the pro team

Four-Ball Stroke Play on Ocean Winds

9am shotgun start - Awards Luncheon Following Play

Entry Fee is $25 pp plus applicable golf fees

Beat the Pro wager up to $40 per team in golf shop credit



Casual Golf at Seabrook

*Friday's - 3 pm start

*No entry fee - no stress

*Happy Hour in Bohicket's following golf

*Sign by calling the golf shop at 768-2529 or email to golf@discoverseabrook.com



Adult Clinics

Tuesdays from 9:30 - 10:30 Short Game

Thursdays 9:30 - 10:30 Full Swing

Saturdays 11 - 12 Full Swing

$15 per person per session for club members

TENNIS NEWS



Pro Shop Spring Hours

8:00am-5:00pm seven days a week



Seabrook Island Racquet Club Annual Club Championship

Schedule for 2011

FUN!!

Draw Party

Tuesday, May 31st

5:00-7:00 pm in the Deveaux Room

Come out and watch the draws being made with fellow competitors, win some great door prizes, and receive your start times all in one great evening!

Menu

Blue Cheese Fig Compote

Pasta Station with Chef's Choice of Two Pastas Salad Station with Two Dressing Choices Member Charge Bar Sign-up by calling the Racquet Club at (843) 768-7543

Cost:$15 per person inclusive

**Pre sign is required for this event**

Deadline: Friday, May 27th

Tournament Schedule

June 2-5 Mixed Doubles Championships

June 6-8 Singles Championships

June 9-12 Men's and Women's Doubles Championships

*If you do not have a partner for doubles or mixed, ask the racquet Club staff and we may be able to help match you up!

Don't miss it!

Deadline to Enter: Friday, May 27th

(Earlier entries are greatly appreciated!)

Several points to consider when choosing to participate in this event

-This year we have selected specific dates for each part of the championship, players only need to commit to several days for each part (see above)

-Will not play more than one match a day, allowing for early morning match start times to help avoid potential Spoleto Festival conflicts and minimize summer heat

-As a flighted championship, members will compete against opponents at their own level, ALL levels of men and women are encouraged to participate

We hope to see you there!



New Saturday Stoke Clinic!!

Adult Stroke Clinic now also offered on Saturday's from 10:00am-11:00am

This one hour clinic is designed to hit a lot of balls, have fun, and receive simple stroke corrections during drills and point play. Open to all men and women 3.0 level and above.

Space is limited and pre sign is required.



New!

Ladies 2.5 Topic Clinic

This fun clinic is specifically geared towards ladies newer to the game, or returning to tennis who are looking to improve their doubles skills and knowledge. who are currently playing social doubles and looking to improve strokes, emphasis play based drills will emphasize strategies and court positioning.

Tuesday 11:00am-12;00pm Space is limited and pre sign is required.



Customized Camps for Non Resident Members

This program is designed for team captains and non resident members who are interested in bringing a group to Seabrook Island.

Any group with a minimum of 4 players participating in 4 or more hours of camp instruction qualifies the captain/organizer for a free instructional camp! Please contact Mike Kiser, Head Tennis Professional, for details on this new program.



HOURS OF OPERATION

BEACH CLUB

May 20 - September 5

Pools Open Daily, 7am - 8pm

Towel Services & Beach Club Arcade - Open Daily, 10am - 7pm

Pelican"s Nest Open Daily, 11am - 9pm



September 6 - September 25

Pools Friday - Sunday, 7am - 6pm

Towel Services & Beach Club Arcade - Tuesday - Sunday, 10am - 5pm

Pelican's Nest Friday - Sunday, 11am - 9pm

Poolside Grill Hours of Operation
Friday, May 27 - Monday, May 30
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

June 3 - September 4
Saturday - Sunday
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Additional Poolside Grill Dates
Monday, July 4
Monday, September 5

The Pelican's Nest will be closed for routine maintenance and deep cleaning on the following dates:
Monday, June 6
Monday, July 18
Monday, August 15

~The Pelican's Nest will be closed for the 2011 season on Monday, September 26~







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