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Board of Directors BOARD OF DIRECTORS John Vander Hoeven President Peter Channer CONTENTS WINTER 2018 2019 First Vice President Lynne Leitch Second Vice President 11 14 VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS GINGERBREAD HOUSE Barbara Willis Past President Glenn MacKinnon Cathy Purdom Deb Bryant Dieter Bruckschwaiger Dave Moore Beth Nelligan Frank Longo MANAGEMENT TEAM Jon Nusink CCM CCE Chief Operating Officer Tim McKeiver PGA of Canada Golf Professional Jayson Griffiths SECONDS 10 SIXTY WITH Golf Course Superintendent ALSO IN THIS ISSUE PRESIDENT S MESSAGE 3 CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER S REPORT 5 Adam Baranowski Tennis Professional IT S A WONDERFUL LIFE 9 Alicia Clow Ennis Fitness Professional GROUNDS REPORT 17 Brad Adams OFF SEASON GOLF PRACTICE 18 Clubhouse Manager CAPTAIN S REPORT 19 Ben Eng FACES IN THE CLUB 21 House Department Supervisor TENNIS 4 EVERYONE 22 Michael Stark Executive Chef FITNESS FACILITIES 23 Chris Carnegie TRAP AND SKEET REPORT 24 Food and Beverage Manager EVENT CALENDAR 25 Monica Mick CPA CA JUST FOR JUNIORS 28 Controller Brandie Cooper Membership and Communications Manager 2 15 STEVE TRACEY On the cover Arrival of winter greenery photographed at the Trap Chalet WINTER 2018 2019

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Board of Directors PRESIDENT S MESSAGE John Vander Hoeven johnvanderhoeven1 gmail com Golf and tennis have wound down for the season and October was not kind to the diehards I was impressed driving into the Club on October 24 for the Town Hall meeting that despite the frigid temperatures there were a few regulars on the driving range and then I also heard the tat tat coming from the trap enthusiasts The fitness programs will pick up now and so will bridge activity at the Club never stops The Thanksgiving Brunch was well attended and the Hunt Kennels again treated Members to a longstanding tradition There were a number of events including the Speakers Series the Cookout in the Clearing and Cooking Classes lined up for the fall and winter culminating with the always well attended Women s and Men s Christmas Dinner Parties in early December as well as the always popular visit from Santa at the Children s Christmas party Strategic Plan Update The Board had its annual strategic planning session in late August and you will be able to find the summary of the 2019 plan under the Resources section of the Club s website As a reminder of the Club s pillars the Club continues to focus on Membership for Life Importance of Club Staff Continuous Improvement 3 Importance of Family and Mutual Respect and Openess Much progress has been made with respect to the 2016 Strategic Plan over the past two years and the Board and Committees continue to review and evaluate a number of these strategic issues and recommendations When I review all of the minutes of the various Committee meetings I realize we have so many committed Members who continue to support Management in making the Club exceptional It is so easy to think things are on remote control that we often don t realize how much change there is from year to year and what the Club does to adapt The Board travelled to Westmount Golf and Country Club in late September and were able to have an exchange with members of their Board and Management It was valuable to compare notes particularly with respect to recent changes in their governance structure Their Stanley Thompson golf course was in fine condition and showed well Golf Course Master Plan On October 24 I was fortunate to Chair the Town WINTER 2018 2019

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Hall meeting to present the draft of the Golf Course Master Plan to the Membership As I indicated in my opening remarks the purpose of the meeting was to have our golf course architects Dr s Michael and Chris Hurdzan present the vision that has been endorsed by our Golf Course Standards and Conditioning Committee The Committee Chair Doug MacKenzie updated the Membership on the process that the Committee has followed over several months The Club is extremely fortunate to have a very knowledgeable and passionate Committee guiding the process For those who attended it s apparent the vision presented by Mike Hurdzan respects the design laid out by Robert Trent Jones and at the same time ensures that our golf course will continue to be exceptional as stated in the Club s mission statement A number of Members provided a variety of good observations and questions and these will be addressed by the architects and the Committee Over the next year there will be more information to come on this and more opportunity to review and comment on the plan The plan is by no means final and we will be constantly looking for feedback as we move through the process For those of you who missed the meeting please have a look under the Resources Golf Course Master Plan section of our website for a video of the meeting The website also addresses the background of the plan as well as a hole by hole analysis As more facts and questions are addressed the FAQ section will be expanded has been cancelled but the Club is still addressing compression issues among staff resulting from the 2017 changes to the minimum wage In addition there are no external golf tournaments scheduled for 2019 and the net revenue from these accounted for an amount equal to almost two percent of dues The number of external events currently scheduled for 2019 is also below historical levels and this is being experienced by all comparable venues 2019 Operating and Capex Budget From a financial perspective the Club s operations are ahead of budget to the end of October and the expectation is that the operations will be slightly profitable vs a small budgeted loss for the calendar year The balance sheet is strong Capital expenditures for the year will be in the range of 1 3 million and the Club s cash position is not expected to change substantively compared to the end of 2017 I continue to be impressed by the dedication of Management and staff and their acute attention to detail I have become a raving fan As Members we are privileged and should appreciate the tremendous efforts of these people The Finance and Audit Committee recently had a lengthy meeting to review the 2019 budget prepared by Management and the budget has been presented to the Board by the Chair of the Committee and Management One year ago the minimum wage increased significantly and was the primary cause for the increase in dues of five per cent For 2018 the Board addressed some of the additional increase in costs by adjusting winter Clubhouse hours and hosting two external golf tournaments Going forward the scheduled increase in minimum wage for 2019 Merry Christmas and Happy New Year 4 As a result of inflationary pressures the compression factor a tight labour market no external tournaments and fewer external events Management and the Finance and Audit Committee have recommended an increase in dues for 2019 of four per cent for the Resident Shareholder category and the Board have confirmed this recommendation Capital expenditures for 2019 are budgeted in the range of 1 3 million and the resulting cash position should be maintained through to the end of 2019 It is important that the cash positions be maintained as the Club contemplates moving ahead with the Golf Course Master Plan in the foreseeable future Membership The Club definitely has a vibrant Membership However naturally there is a bit of attrition at the beginning of each calendar year Now is a good time to introduce potential applicants to the Club so that they can enjoy the full season With the holiday season approaching Theresa and I would like to wish each and everyone Happy Holidays and a healthy and safe 2019 John Vander Hoeven Club President WINTER 2018 2019

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WINTERREPORT Jon Nusink GM COO jnusink londonhuntclub com We are nearing that special season again I don t mean the holiday season well I guess in a way I do but what I am referring to is the food season It s that time of year when the leaves have fallen the air is crisp and bathing suit weather is a thing of the past If you re anything like me I think of food now more than anytime of year The first thing I want to do on a cold weekend morning is hit the farmer s market fill a couple bags with colourful fresh food and create There is nothing more cozy or relaxing than something slow roasting in the oven or simmering on the stove I don t follow recipes I m an awful baker because of that My father would tell you that I ve never been very good at following directions for anything I like to get an idea from a book a website whatever use it as a place from which to launch and make something happen It usually works out pretty good The joke in my house is I hope you like the version of this dish because you ll never get exactly the same thing again The secret ingredient however is always a pinch of love meaning the special ingredient is less of a thing and more of a feeling Food brings people together on many different levels It s nourishment of the soul and body It s truly love If you happen to more of eater than a creator the Club is the place for you this season as we offer a full array of possibilities for large banquets small dinners party food pick ups and themed events Our dedicated culinary professionals are ready to serve your needs The year that was 2018 was an interesting year The golf and tennis seasons started late due to very poor spring weather but once the summer settled in it was better than any I can remember We finished an impressive renovation on the Tennis Chalet which gave us vast improvements The Golf Course Standards and Conditioning Committee worked very closely with Drs Michael and Chris Hurdzan to further a recommendation on the golf course master plan which culminated in a Town Hall meeting on October 24 A video of the meeting is now available on the website under Members Home Resources Golf Course Master Plan All of the golf leagues saw record attendance The Men s Member Guest is now more popular than its ever been The tennis leagues faced a new challenge by running out of courts to use some weeks and Members support of the dining rooms and gym have both increased nicely Food and Beverage staff thought outside the box and created a Cookout in the Clearing on November 3 It was chilly but the seven fire pits live camp fire music spit roasted pig hen and whitefish and of course marshmallows were enjoyed by nearly a hundred Members and guests It was a fantastic experience and the start of a new tradition for sure For a year that was supposed to be more status quo than those of recent it certainly proved to be hopping The year ahead promises to be just as busy and exciting Some interesting items on the horizon include a paving project on the driveway and parking lots part of which will hopefully be an enhanced entrance to the Club from Oxford Street The Trap Chalet will receive an upgrade to both the interior and exterior and by spring we will be able to offer registered massage therapy in the Clubhouse In addition we will continue looking at ways to create more value for Members and to create community at the Club We have had a very successful year with new Members joining our Club including 18 new Resident Shareholder families and 39 Intermediates Our total active Member count is 1605 at the time of print 49 more than the end of 2017 Our Resident Shareholder Category is at 484 with a cap of 485 We are aware of a handful of changes coming January 1 mostly through category graduation but I suspect we will have 8 spots for this category open at that point We are at our cap for Tennis Associates at 80 with a waitlist in place Since the last issue of Club Life Magazine we have welcomed the following Members 5 WINTER 2018 2019

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It s a WONDERFULLIFE Brandie Cooper Membership and Communications Manager bcooper londonhuntclub com There is nothing more human than our tendency to not appreciate what we have until it is gone To wonder what might have been if we had only done this or pursued that To undervalue the present and our relationships in it This tendency is the epitome of George Bailey s psyche in Frank Capra s It s a Wonderful Life Known as a heart warming holiday classic often the film feels like anything but as the viewer watches Bailey agonize over various events in his life that didn t go the way he had planned Driven to madness on a bridge in Bedford Falls New York on Christmas Eve Bailey is so preoccupied resenting his place in the world he is unable to enjoy the present and his relationships in it That is until a series of events unfold on the bridge that allow Bailey to appreciate what he has right before it would be gone The reality is we aren t that lucky The universe doesn t stand still while we wrestle with choices or give us fair warning of what lies ahead The universe keeps going Life keeps going There are so many passive inane thoughts that fill our mind it can be difficult to recognize when we are taking the present for granted by focusing on the future It can be difficult to recognize when we are shortchanging a relationship in the interest of splurging on a gift In short it can be difficult to recognize that the present and being present is the gift This winter give yourself a gift every day and be present Enjoy the day for what it is no matter how cold or chaotic it may be It is yours and will never be here again so embrace it and share it with the people you love Happy Holidays 9 WINTER 2018 2019

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SIXTYSECONDS W I TH I N S U R AN C E E X E C U TI V E M E M B ER SINCE CHIL DHOOD FAMILY MAN DOUG M A CK E NZ I E Doug is outgoing chair of the GCSC Committee and will assume the role of Chair of the Golf Course Master Plan Committee in 2019 Doug s wife Patty is a past Director on the Board ANCIENT GREECE OR ANCIENT ROME Good question FIRST APP YOU USE ON YOUR P H O N E E A C H D AY NHL app if the Leafs played the night before otherwise Twitter your signature dish Patty is such a great cook I let her do her thing and I do the dishes D AY O N T H E L A K E O R D AY AT SEA My perfect day is on a calm lake waterskiing and wakesurfing SOMETHING YOU VE TRIED BUT WANT TO Kiteboarding NEVER FAVOURITE WINTER PASTIME Friday hockey 10 ONE THING YOU CAN T WITHOUT My family all my girls LIVE CHRISTMAS TREE REAL OR ARTIFICIAL Real The smell of a real tree takes you back to being a kid and tinsel how come no one uses tinsel anymore C A U S E T H AT I S I M P O R TA N T T O YO U I love my dogs and our eagles so animal welfare LAST MOVIE YOU SAW Wonder and A Dog s Purpose back to back try doing that and keeping a dry eye H O L I D AY T R A D I T I O N A T T H E M A C K E N Z I E HOME An orange in our stockings W H AT W O U L D YO U S AY I S T H E lONDON HUNT AND COUNTRY CLUB S MOST UNIQUE ATTRIBUTE Having grown up out here I love the golf course and have great memories of playing with my friends and especially my Dad Whether on the course or in the clubhouse you had to be on your best behavior because you knew the tradition and knew it was a special place you feel it every time you drive through those gates As a club I think we ve done a good job of retaining our tradition while also adapting with the times It shows in the vibrant Membership we have WINTER 2018 2019

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GINGERBREADHOUSE Michael Stark Executive Chef mstark londonhuntclub com The gingerbread house that has become synonymous with the holidays has a long and storied history The gingerbread house that many of us build with our children over the holidays bears little resemblance to the gingerbread houses of the past The modern gingerbread house is often found clad in icicles made of icing intentional or not and studded with loud and colourful flashes of our children s favorite candy The modern gingerbread house is often slowly picked at until it looks like a storm blew through and removed all the candy shingles and gumdrop bushes that lined the front garden Gospel of Matthew and his account of the birth of Jesus tells of a fourth wise man Magus who could not complete the trip to Bethlehem but did bare a gift of ginger root for Jesus When Magus fell sick and stayed in Syria he was cared for by a Rabbi who he gifted the ginger root to The Rabbi would then have his students create houses of bread to nourish their hopes of the coming messiah The fourth wise man suggested the addition of ground ginger to the bread house to add more flavour and creating the first gingerbread house The rest as they say is history The gingerbread house and gingerbread held a more revered place in past times In Germany throughout the 1600 s gingerbread baking and shaping became a distinct art form So much so that a sub section of the baker s guild was created and devoted solely to gingerbread bakers There were laws that made it illegal for anyone to bake gingerbread outside of the guild except for during Christmas and Easter when anyone could bake it The Guild of Gingerbread Bakers employed many skilled tradesmen and artists that formed the gingerbread in various shapes and intricate designs Some of the gingerbread was baked for eating but most of this intricately designed gingerbread served as a memento and was often hung in windows like a Christmas decoration The exceptionally designed gingerbread was even held on to and past down through families like heirloom decorations which was possible because of the preservative power of the ginger root Ingredients 7 tablespoons butter 3 4 cup honey 5 8 cup sugar 2 1 2 tablespoons cocoa powder 1 tablespoon gingerbread spice mix 5 cups flour 1 1 2 teaspoon baking powder 1 4 teaspoon salt 1 egg The history of the gingerbread house goes back even further in history right to the first Christmas The familiar tale of the three wise men that travel to Bethlehem to see the newly born Jesus is only part of the story A Christian legend that expands on the 11 I hope you have a wonderful holiday season and try to create your own brightly coloured candy smattered gingerbread house this year to celebrate the holidays and this wonderful tradition Make the Dough 1 Bring butter honey sugar cocoa powder and gingerbread spice mix to a boil in a medium size saucepan 2 Boil for several minutes until the sugar dissolves then remove from heat and cool slightly 3 Sift the flour with the baking powder and salt into a bowl 4 Make a depression in the bowl and add the egg then pour the honey mixture over the flour and mix on low speed until a ball of dough can be formed 5 The ball of dough might still be shaggy but will form a smooth dough as it cools down do not add flour 6 Wrap the ball of dough in plastic wrap and put in a safe place at room temperature for 4 to 48 hours WINTER 2018 2019

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Bake the Cookies 1 Heat the oven to 350 F 2 Roll out half the dough to 1 2 inch thickness on a lightly floured board 3 Use a cookie cutter or your own template to cut out 4 Repeat with the rest of cookie dough This dough does not re roll well so take care to roll it into the right size the first time 5 Place the cookies of wall sections on a parchment lined cookie sheet and bake 20 to 25 minutes or until the cookies are set in the middle and lightly browned on the bottom Bake the trimmed scraps to use for practice decorating 6 Let the cookies cool completely on the baking sheet They will harden as they cool Although they are edible this dough is most often used to make decorative cookies that are hung on the wall 7 Decorate or create a gingerbread house with the gingerbread as it is very hard and durable 12 WINTER 2018 2019

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VICTORIANCHRISTMAS Chris Carnegie Food and Beverage Manager ccarnegie londonhuntclub com The London Hunt and Country Club is steeped in tradition and one would not have to look further than the holiday season to uncover some of these customs The Club has been offering the Victorian Christmas event in its current form since 1995 marking its 23rd installment this year The Victorian era was responsible for giving us a lot of how we celebrate Christmas today including turkey dinners Christmas trees holidays Christmas carols and gifts Before Queen Victoria s reign began in 1837 no one in Britain had celebrated the traditions we do today No one had heard of Santa Claus no Christmas cards were sent and nobody could take holidays off from work The wealth and advancement in technology born in the Victorian era changed all this The industrial boom supplied many people with jobs at factories which in turn gave them a chance to financially take time off work for two days December 25 and December 26 The Victorian era was also responsible for the introduction of bird to be feasted on at Christmas time When Victoria took the throne poultry such as chicken and turkey were still too expensive for most people Roast Beef was the main fare for most at Christmas for those that could afford it while those that couldn t celebrated with rabbit By the turn of the century turkey had become the norm in every household The Christmas Tree which is said to have originated in Germany became popular in Britain when Victoria s German husband Prince Albert brought one to Windsor Castle from Germany in the 1840 s The rest is history as they are now found in nearly all households during the holiday season On December 23 the Club will be hosting the annual Victorian Christmas which features a traditional family style served turkey dinner Special musical guest Denise Pelley will perform Christmas songs in an interactive caroling concert style This event is the perfect way to get the family out to enjoy great food entertainment and camaraderie with fellow Members before Christmas day 14 WINTER 2018 2019

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STEVETRACY Brad Adams Clubhouse Manager badams londonhuntclub com Let me paint you a picture As you walk through the hallway to and from the Grill Room you have probably noticed some original paintings The Oxford Room also has a handful of art work specifically crafted for that space They are the result of a life s passion from a world renown artist whom now calls London home His creations range from abstract to portrait and everything in between Born in Southern California Steve Tracy has been to every corner of North America studying creating and selling art From British Columbia to New York City to Hawaii he s hosted art shows and been a personal artist to some of the most famous and interesting people and places on the planet Steve has even won an Emmy for his efforts in set creation in the early 90 s In the heart of Colorado ski country there is an iconic home that sits atop a mountain side affectionately called the spaceship house This home was featured in the 1973 movie Sleeper starring Woody Allen and the current owner a good friend to Steve often invites him to come stay and create pieces for the home in the home Dozens of his creations now layer the walls which add to the beauty and appeal of the storied landmark Steve and his wife Gertrude Gert she asks to be called for short have formed not only a loving and supportive partnership but a formidable team of artist marketer He fashions the masterpieces while she works the crowd and does her own rendition of a high end work of art endorsing his creations to those that should know of them They are the city s power couple in the art world and I say proudly we are lucky to have them on display at the Club The writing is on the wall or in this case paint as clearly seen by his newest commissioned installment at the Tennis Chalet My personal favourite is his oil impression piece Big Bang Primarily in the Oxford entrance hallway which has 250 000 oil impressions Incredible to imagine the talent necessary to bring this type of art to fruition Artwork can fill almost any room giving it much needed life and warmth Every piece has a story a hidden meaning feeling or passion every stroke of the artists brush potentially evoking the observer in deep thought or at the very least a good conversation For Steve Tracy this is a way of life Daily he creates his passions on a canvas from a woodland sanctuary on the cusp of Arva While Steve can produce a painting in a day some complex works can take a week and several in his collection have taken months due to their intricate details vivid colors and realism In a world fueled by the growth of technology and seemingly everything created and posted online it s rare to find someone as passionate and talented as Mr Tracy He has several extraordinary pieces that have sold for well into six digits That said he caters to all requests and there are options available to rent rent to own which can be a great option for staging a home dinner party or adding life to the office during the gloomy seasons Now allow me to paint you a picture next time you re in the Oxford Room enjoying a meal with friends and family notice the artwork and consider the countless hours of dedication and decades of creation unfolding before you on the canvas In fact better still join us in the new year for a three part Paint Night series at the Club with Steve and see the talent first hand Maybe it ll be your next passion to behold and create buzz around after all a picture is worth a thousand words 16 WINTER 2018 2019

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GROUNDSREPORT Jayson Griffiths Golf Course Superintendent jgriffiths londonhuntclub com The view of the last remaining leaves brings a feeling of calm peace and speaks to the end of another busy golfing season at the London Hunt and Country Club This said the proverbial winter weather question always arises this time of year Will El Nino replace La Nina Does the heavy acorn abundance mean a prolonged winter Weather prognosticators and the Farmer s Almanac become quick references The answers to these questions are not pre determined but the intensive measures we at Grounds are implementing again this fall to strengthen the plants to help mitigate any potential turf loss has begun As we progress into December and the Holiday Season there are many Grounds Team Members who work tirelessly behind the scenes in making each day on the course an enjoyable one Our Equipment Manager Mark McCallum keeps the equipment fleet running and in top form to produce the quality of cut and conditions we have come to expect Assistants Deb Dale and Brent McDougall deserve much credit as they continue to invest themselves not only in the success of the golf course but the success and well being of our seasonal employees who come together daily to prepare this historic property for a special game Winter is perceived to be down time by many for golf course superintendents in cold climates much like baseball and football players and coaches the season never really ends The reality is the biggest gains in golf course improvements are achieved in the shoulder seasons As one famous coach once said if you take an off season you may have an off season Humor aside winter is a time to reflect to enjoy the success of a season s past and to prepare for the next More importantly it is a time to enjoy the peaceful serenity of the London Hunt and Country Club and to celebrate the company of family and friends over the Holiday and winter season In the spirit of Christmas we will soon be covered in a fresh blanket of powdered snow The winter wonderland that presents itself is another opportunity for Members and families to walk and enjoy this beautiful landscape We look forward to seeing you on the golf course and the exciting opportunities that lie ahead in 2019 Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to you and your family 17 WINTER 2018 2019

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OFFSEASON Tim McKeiver Head Golf Professional tmckeiver londonhuntclub com Winter is a perfect time to improve your golf swing That s right while some Members are packing up their sticks for the frigid winter months those Members who are serious about making swing changes and adding more consistency to their game may find it most valuable hitting the range inside this off season If you think about it winter might be the perfect time to improve your golf swing The off season is really the only time golfers should make major changes A major league pitcher uses the winter months to learn a new pitch rather than during the baseball season NHL players work on skating technique and conditioning during the summer months And golf s Touring Professionals use their off season or downtime to make any swing adjustments With the advent of golf swing technologies Members can reap the benefit of year round practice Here are some reasons why the winter months are some of the best to work on your golf swing Benefits to Focused Practice Practice with purpose dedicated sessions up to 45 minutes with professional coaching as needed use of technologies including video analysis launch monitors realistic goal setting and long and short game areas for balanced practice Working with our Professionals goal setting may include increased distance improved overall technique developing correct feels and or lowering handicap Change is Achievable The indoor program provides the opportunity to make a change Depending on your desire goals and the swing technique adjustments can take time With any change there s a transition period when you re changing from one method to another With proper goal setting and working with a professional twice weekly in the indoor facilities many of these goals within the swing are achievable over the winter months Data and Video Feedback The technologies available to the top tour professionals are now available to us all These technologies include Flightscope and Trackman which monitor and provide instant feedback to both player and instructor Information data includes ball flight impact positions club head speeds angles of attack and many other measuring parameters Using this data can add consistency and yards in your game Working with our Professionals using and interpreting this information will only help you apply changes to your swing Video equipment has also become easier faster and less bulky Having the ability to record a golfer s swing and analyze it provides the player with valuable visual feedback Combining video with instruction the feedback can be extremely beneficial for a golfer making swing changes Environment The Indoor Golf Room provides 5 hitting bays a putting green and chipping areas for Members to work on their swing and goals over the winter Members can focus less on the result of a shot and more on their swing mechanics Whether your goal is to improve your enjoyment of the game lower your handicap or win the Club Championship the Indoor Winter Program is a great way to set you on the right path Please contact the Pro Shop for details 18 WINTER 2018 2019

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CAPTAIN SREPORT Don Bartlett Men s Golf Captain dsb1091 rogers com With the winter fast approaching it is time to reflect on one fantastic golf year at The Hunt Club and look forward to changes coming for the 2019 season 2 Ball Senior A B and C Flights Suspend Season long match play Championship Flight A B C and D Flights Men s League Men s League continues to be a roaring success with over 260 Members competing on 12 teams Ian Jeffreys team won Group A by 3 points Craig Wood s team won Group B by 2 points and Brad Smith s team won Group C by a landslide Maintain Club Championship Weekend 2019 Dates August 23 24 and 25 Medal Play Championship Flight Black Tees A Flight Gold B Flight Blue C Flight Blue D Flight White New for 2019 Elimination of Closest to the Hole Add Gross Skins Add Hole In One Contest Maintain Net Skins Member Member 2019 Dates June 14 and 15 This is the signature event at the Club and was won this year by father and son team David and Jesse Olsen with a 2 day total of net 122 22 Congratulations Member Guest 2019 Dates July 18 19 and 20 This is an extraordinarily popular event as evidenced by the waiting list of 48 Members which constitutes a 4 5 year wait with the current format of 60 teams in 10 flights To counter the chubby waiting list the format will be expanded on a trial basis as follows New in 2019 72 teams in 12 flights All teams will play one 9 hole match on Thursday either a 2 pm SG or a 4 pm SG plus four additional matches between Friday and Saturday The 1 year miss automatically back in treatment has been eliminated With annual attrition and the expanded field it is hoped the waiting list can be limited to 1 2 years Club Match Play Competitions Club Match Competitions have become overwhelming and will be streamlined in 2019 as follows As Is Match play Champion Flight A B C and D flights Regular 2 Ball Senior 2 Ball Senior A B C Flights and Club Handicap 11 Competitions Maintain Club Handicap Regular 2 Ball Senior 19 New Match Play Championship 2019 Dates September 7 and 8 The top 8 from each of the medal play flights above will qualify for the Match Play Championship Two matches will be played on September 7 and the final of each Flight will be played on September 8 2019 Gallery support encouraged Senior Invitational The Senior Invitational was held July 9 and 10 with a strong field of 120 competitors of whom 20 were Hunt Club Members Doug Alexander reports that the average handicap was 5 1 course conditions and the weather were excellent and staff Pro Shop and Chef Michael did outstanding jobs drawing wide compliments about our Club and this event Club Championships The Championship Flight was won by returning champ Alex Purdom in a playoff with Jordan Crampton Each posted a 3 day score of 221 Average 73 7 Well done Alex The Senior Club Championship was also decided in a play off after Tony Bedard and Ian Thomas tied with 2 day totals of 151 Tony prevailed on the first playoff hole Congratulations Tony A Flight champ is Peter Hall shooting a 74 on the second day B Flight champ is Mike Crowley C Flight champ is John Sliskovic and D Flight champion is Paul Siskind Congratulations to the winners and all who participated and competed WINTER 2018 2019

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CAPTAIN SREPORT Don Bartlett Men s Golf Captain dsb1091 rogers com Inter Club Matches The London Hunt and Country Club currently has two Inter Club competitions Toronto Golf Club and St George s Golf Club These are friendly matches with an emphasis on an excellent social golf outing However competing isn t forgotten On August 9 Toronto Golf hosted the London Hunt and Country Club and we prevailed in a squeaker On September 17 we hosted St George s and our squad competed and won again New in 2019 An additional Inter Club with Mississauga G CC which will host the inaugural matches in midSeptember Men s Closing Men s Closing will revert to a 2 day event scheduled for Oct 4 and 5 2019 2019 Caddy Program We will take another crack at establishing a Caddy Program in 2019 Members will be canvassed for their interest prior to the season The framework would require a Member to commit to 10 rounds for 600 Rule Changes 2019 Over the past several years a Rules Modernization Initiative has taken place between the governing bodies We will be posting videos to assist the understanding of some of these rules In the meantime Members can go to GolfCanada ca for more information Posting Scores The Handicap Committee will continue its mandate to promote posting of all eligible scores for Members who enter competitions to maintain valid and representative handicaps Reminder Excessive Gambling and the Rules of Amateur Status The Rules of Amateur Status differentiate between those who play the game for its challenges and enjoyment and those who pursue the game for financial gain or as a professional 20 There is no objection to informal wagering among teams or players when it is incidental to the game provided the primary purpose is the playing of the game for enjoyment not for financial gain It is not practical to define unacceptable forms of gambling precisely but features consistent with unacceptable gambling include 1 Amounts of money that could be considered excessive and 2 Reason to believe the gambling has given rise or may give rise to abuses of the Rules or manipulation of handicaps to the detriment of the game Please bear in mind that Amateurs who breach these Rules can forfeit their amateur status and lose the ability to play in competitions Finally I would like to extend my thanks and gratitude to those who have made this season such a success Tim McKeiver and Chris Lawson and all of the Pro Shop staff have run our events seamlessly and at a very high professional standard Jason Griffiths Deb Dale Brent MacDougall and the entire crew who constantly deliver a course in outstanding conditions through everything Mother Nature can toss their way We are reminded of The Hunt s high standard when Members play other clubs And finally to the Members who have volunteered their time on the various committees that have provided insightful comments protracted discussions and reached outcomes that benefit the entire Membership Thank you Best wishes for an enjoyable safe and happy holiday season WINTER 2018 2019

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FACESINTHECLUB SARAH DRAPER BANQUET AND CATERING MANAGER Bio I came to London over 10 years ago to go to University for English and Philosophy While I was in school I discovered my passion for cooking and have been in the food and beverage industry ever since Sometimes life doesn t take you down the path you planned but it always takes you where you need to go After five years of managing and running a couple different restaurants in London my husband and I decided we wanted to buy our own restaurant We bought a 140 seat restaurant about an hour SW of London and ran it for a rewarding two years Nearing the end of our time there we were approached by a man who really wanted to buy our restaurant as it was a dream of his to own this specific place Missing London and getting a little tired of our 15 hour days we decided to sell and move back to London where I began working here at the Hunt Club as a Chef in the kitchen I have been here for over two years now eight of those months I was working the front desk Sundays and Mondays but just recently last July came into the Banquet and Catering Manager Position Future Goals As I have already been blessed enough to have owned my own restaurant which had been a dream of mine professionally my only real goal now is to start a family Hobbies A few hobbies I have include reading and writing As well as going for walks runs spending time relaxing at home and playing with my two adorable doggies Favourite thing about the Club My favourite thing about the Club would have to be the scenery As much as I love the social aspect and the family oriented Club we are all so lucky to be a part of I am always amazed by the beautiful landscape we walk into every single day we are here With every day of every changing season I am never disappointed with the visual I receive every time I drive up our winding driveway I am a nature girl at heart as I grew up in the country and never lived in a town until I moved here so I am always in awe of our vast amounts of trees and wildlife we have Next time you are driving in take a moment look around you We are all so busy ALL the time we forget to just look around us and experience the things we often overlook r e p a r D h a r a S 21 Sarah Draper WINTER 2018 2019

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TENNIS4EVERYONE Adam Baranowski Director of Tennis abaranowski londonhuntclub com The expression it takes two to tango is not that far off when it comes to tennis unless you are using the ball machine or practice wall Often it takes four to tango Whatever the number it is a game for everyone at any age You can start as early as when you begin to walk bouncing a balloon on a miniature racquet with either your dad or mom I didn t start as a toddler but it wasn t far from that My sister dad and I were on the court almost every day spending time together Most moments were like blue skies and sunshine but occasionally storm clouds rolled in You hear stories all the time in the professional tennis world about parents uncles and aunts and other relations getting involved in some way or another in a child s tennis The prodigy either loves it and sticks with it for life or comes to hate the game and never picks up a racket again Those adults forget that tennis is after all just a game where people run around a rectangular box hitting a yellow ball to the other side a real life version of the early video game Pong Like anything else if you do something for the right reason you will enjoy playing but as soon as ego gets in the way it can be a nightmare It becomes more demanding and more rewarding once you master the game because trust me it s no fun to pick up balls after a one shot rally It can be very frustrating One thing is for sure though you can play this game anywhere in the world and on any surface In a way tennis is a universal language a passport to new experiences Doors open to opportunities that otherwise would not exist you get to know more people with different backgrounds who then might turn into life long friends 22 I always say we are fortunate to be involved in our sport It is a rarity to find something to do together that involves the following skills decision making coordination exercise agility body awareness physical demands intuition and mental toughness to name a few I ve often wondered if tennis reveals or builds one s character There are so many battles going on at the same time if not with yourself then with your opponent s Our sport is also very forgiving like a mother whose love is expressed with patience and understanding It does not matter that you perhaps started slowly made many unforced errors lost the first set and are down 0 5 serving love 40 You can still win the match You won t necessarily have a pint with your opponent after but that s the way it is Tables might turn next time you play and the outcome could be different It is a social game even if you are not It embraces everyone regardless of one s tennis ability sex religion or social status It is an equalizer that has no filters or prejudice After a game of tennis you have a beverage with your teammates and perhaps some popcorn and reminisce about the game you just had missed shots and the ones Novak Djokovic would be proud of For some the score is very important but for others it s just the pleasure of coming out and enjoying everyone s company well maybe not everyone s but you get the picture The comradery and unity we build with friends is everlasting FALL 2018

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FITNESSFACILITIES Alicia Clow Ennis Fitness Professional fitnesspro londonhuntclub com Time has flown by and winter is finally upon us I have really enjoyed meeting so many Members who have made me feel so welcome here As temperatures have become colder outside the Fitness Centre has definitely increased its usage Our total number of visits to the Fitness Centre has nearly doubled since last October of 512 to this past October of 928 Fitness classes are getting busier and busier and the instructors love having all the positive energy you are bringing with you Those of you who have been attending regularly are doing a great job spreading the word and getting new people to try these classes Last October attendance of classes was 260 and this past October we had 484 A significant increase I have had quite a few people stop by to see what the Fitness Centre has to offer and ask how to get started More than once someone has mentioned that they have been meaning to stop in but have either not had the time or simply just didn t feel motivated With tennis and golf ending this is the perfect time to come see what we have available to keep you moving in the winter months If you are interested in getting started but don t know where or how to start I welcome you to email me Alicia Clow Ennis at fitnesspro londonhuntclub com We can go over your goals and even the class schedule to see which class suits you In January I will be hosting formal orientations to the facility During these I will introduce you to the equipment and give you a basic plan to guide you when you come in on your own This is a great way to get your year started so be sure to keep an eye out for the dates and times in the eNews and our Facebook page Save the date for our Annual Fitness Resolution Dinner on Thursday January 24 when special guest speaker Dr Sheila Costford shares her expertise and discusses diet trends This is a great opportunity to enjoy dinner and educate yourself heading into the New Year Learn more in Shelia s bio to the left Keep up to date with special events schedule adjustments and news regarding the Fitness Centre by liking and following our Facebook Page The London Hunt and Country Club Fitness Centre 23 Bio Dr Sheila Costford holds a PhD in biochemistry and has spent most of her career studying human metabolism and the progression of metabolic disease A nutrition and exercise expert she has published numerous articles in leading medical journals and has presented her research around the world Sheila is a long time endurance sport enthusiast and has been a personal trainer and group fitness instructor for over 20 years Diet Trends It s that time of year again the holidays have come to an end winter has set in and people all over the world are making New Year s resolutions to lose weight get fit and improve their health As a consumer how does one navigate the overabundance of nutrition information available Should I go gluten free paleo or vegan Is South Beach even a thing anymore Join Dr Costford for a review of current diet trends and the scientific evidence or lack thereof for the most popular eating strategies of 2019 WINTER 2018 2019

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DECEMBER 02 DEC 2018 DOG DAYS OF WINTER 05 DEC 2018 MEN S CHRISTMAS PARTY The ultimate night out with the boys at the Club this season Clubhouse 06 DEC 2018 WOMEN S CHRISTMAS PARTY 5 30 p m Clubhouse 09 DEC 2018 16 DEC 2018 20 21 DEC 2018 23 DEC 2018 26 DEC 2018 31 DEC 2018 25 EVENTS AT THE CLUB Enjoy the grounds with fellow Members and man s best friend It s girls night out and the perfect opportunity to celebrate the season GINGERBREAD HOUSE CONTEST Attention all bakers and gingerbread lovers Here s your chance to show your creativity and have some fun CHILDREN S CHRISTMAS PARTY Celebrate with Santa family and friends at our magical Children s Christmas Party OFFICE CHRISTMAS LUNCHES Exceptional buffet offerings and live music set the stage for a casual holiday lunch with friends or coworkers VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS 10 00 a m Pro Shop no cost 5 00 p m 88 00 78 00 2 00 p m Main Lounge TBD From 10 30 a m Clubhouse From 19 95 11 30 a m Glenmore 35 00 6 30 p m Ballroom Christmas in Victorian times focused heavily on food and family and this event is no exception Enjoy with family to holiday music by Denise Pelley From 22 00 M E HOWE BOXING DAY SHOOT 10 00 a m 50 targets at 16 yds 50 targets skeet 12 ga Followed by camaraderie in the Chalet NEW YEAR S EVE Enjoy a New Year s Eve feature menu to live music while the kids enjoy a ball drop and their own dinner party Trap Chalet no cost 6 00 p m Glenmore Prices vary WINTER 2018 2019

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JANUARY 19 JAN 2019 22 JAN 2019 24 JAN 2019 INTERMEDIATE TRAP EVENT COOKING CLASS CHEF S MENU REVEAL Intermediate s only event that includes a round of trap and skeet shooting A hands on experience in a social atmosphere Add wine and you have a great night out Reserve to sample dishes presented right in the Glenmore Kitchen prior to the menu launch 1 30 p m Trap Chalet 6 00 p m Main Kitchen 5 30 p m Glenmore Kitchen TBD 55 00 no cost 24 JAN 2019 25 JAN 2019 26 JAN 2019 FITNESS DINNER ROBBIE BURNS DAY OUTDOOR FUN DAY Join Dr Costford for a review of current diet trends and scientific evidence or lack of for them Celebrate Robbie Burns with a special table d hote menu and enhanced Friday Night Buffet Enjoy a hot beverage and roast marshmellows around an outdoor fire 6 00 p m Main Lounge 6 00 p m Glenmore 2 00 p m Outside TBD price varies no cost REMINDERS 29 JAN 2019 HOURS OF OPERATION C lu bhouse Hours Janua ry En tire C l u b C l os e d J anu ar y 1 6 1 3 Mo ndays C l u b hou s e cl os e s at 3 0 0 p m WINE PAIRING DINNER With gourmet wine and food pairings this dinner is both elegant and educational 6 00 p m Main Kitchen TBD 26 EVENTS AT THE CLUB Fo od a nd Beverag e S ervice Ja nuary Close d J anu ar y 1 t o 1 5 Mo ndays C l os e d Tuesdays Gl e nmor e cl os e d Tuesday t o F r i d ay Beg i ns at 1 1 0 0 a m Saturd ay and S u nd ay Beg i ns at 9 0 0 a m Fit n ess Centre Hours Janua ry Mo ndays C l os e s at 3 0 0 p m Tuesday t o S u nd ay 6 0 0 a m t o 8 0 0 p m WINTER 2018 2019

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FEBRUARY SUPERBOWL TAKEOUT 3 00 p m Looking for a way to feed your Super Bowl party Consider the Club s Super Bowl In A Box takeout Take Out 05 12 19 26 FEB 2019 COOKING CLASS 6 00 p m 08 FEB 2019 CHINESE NEW YEAR BUFFET 5 30 p m Celebrate the traditions and taboos dishes and drinks that are part of China s most important holiday Glenmore 09 FEB 2019 RECAPTURE THE MAGIC 6 00 p m Ballroom 13 20 27 FEB 2019 PAINT NIGHT WITH STEVE TRACY 14 15 FEB 2019 VALENTINE S DAY FEATURE MENU 17 FEB 2019 OUTDOOR FUN DAY HOURS OF OPERATION 03 FEB 2019 REMINDERS 27 EVENTS AT THE CLUB A hands on experience in a social atmosphere Add wines to match and you have a great night out If you were married at the Club you are invited back to recapture the magic for a romantic dinner Unleash your creative spirit under the guidance of internationally collected artist Steve Tracy Treat your Valentine to a delicious meal and live music Enjoy a hot beverage and roast some marshmellows around an outdoor fire Clubhouse Hours February Entire Club Closed February 18 Mondays Clubhouse closes at 3 00 p m TBD Main Kitchen 55 00 35 95 TBD 7 00 p m Main Lounge price varies 6 00 p m Glenmore price varies 2 00 p m Outside no cost Fitness Centre Hours February Mondays Closes at 3 00 p m Tuesday to Saturday 6 00 a m to 8 00 p m Food and Beverage Service February Mondays Closed Tuesdays Glenmore closed Tuesday to Friday Begins at 11 00 a m Saturday and Sunday Begins at 9 00 a m WINTER 2018 2019

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L O N D O N H U N T A N D C O U N T RY C L U B JUST4JUNIORS Baby it s cold outside but its been colder IS AN T A H W E G A ICE DID YOU KNOW we are currently living in an ice age called the Quaternary ice age It is the warmer stage of the ice age called an interglacial period An ice age is a period in Earth s history when the ice on the polar caps significantly expanded due to an overall lowering of the Earth s global temperatures During these periods land in North America and Northern Europe were covered by giant ice fields and glaciers During the Ice Age the Earth s average temperature was about 12 degrees Fahrenheit colder than it is today That was enough to keep snow from melting during the summers in northern regions As snow fell on snow thick sheets of ice called glaciers formed Their tremendous weight began to push them 200 to 400 feet southward each year until ice covered 17 million square miles of what is now Europe North and South America Antarctica and Asia DID YOU KNOW the Quaternary ice age started around 2 5 million years ago

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FIVE MAJOR ICE AGES IN EARTH S HISTORY CURRENT PHANEROZOIC QUATERNARY ICE AGE KAROO ICE AGE ANDEAN SAHARAN ICE AGE 542 MILLION YEARS AGO In 2006 a family of Nenets reindeer herders in Siberia came across he most perfectly preserved baby mammoth ever discovered Meet Lyuba She was found lying along a riverside 31 000 years after her birth Lyuba provides a never before seen view of prehistoric life in Siberia to scientists all over the world Cozy up this winter and learn all about her in Baby Mammoth Mummy Frozen In Time PROTEROZOIC CRYOGENIAN ICE AGE COOL DISCOVERY DID YOU KNOW Woolly mammoths are extinct relatives of today s elephants HURONIAN ICE AGE 2500 MILLION YEARS AGO MAKE A MAMMOTH Use your handprint then paint in two tusks and add an eye be creative and use a bead google eye or even macaroni

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