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LONDON HUNT AND COUNTRY CLUB CLUB LIFE magazine INSIDE 60 SECONDS WITH HUNT HISTORY MAKING RESERVATIONS ISSUE THIRTY FIVE FALL 2023

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Board of Directors LONDON HUNT AND COUNTRY CLUB MEMBERSHIP The Club s distinction as one of the finest in Canada inspires us to endlessly create an experience beyond expectations Now consider how do you enjoy your membership On the course on the courts dining entertaining With family celebrating holidays making lifelong friends learning something new There are so many ways to enjoy Membership at the London Hunt and Country Club If you would like to share the joy of membership with co workers friends or family by introducing them to the Club as potential members please contact Brandie Cooper Membership and Communications Manager for information Brandie Cooper Membership and Communications Manager 519 471 2523 extension 213 bcooper londonhuntclub com

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Board of Directors BOARD OF DIRECTORS Doug Davis President Dieter Bruckschwaiger First Vice President Marcia Roberts Second Vice President Peter Hall Past President Bob DiFruscia Director Marlene McGrath Director Jeff Doty Director John Stein Director Sandra Van Ymeren Director Twee Brown Director John Spriet Director CONTENTS FALL 2023 WHAT S INSIDE 12 Make A Reservation At My Country Club Why MANAGEMENT TEAM Jon Nusink CCM CCE Chief Operating Officer Chris Lawson PGA of Canada Director of Golf Jayson Griffiths Director of Agronomy and Grounds Adam Baranowski Director of Racquet Sports Ken Cannon CPA CA Director of Finance and Administration Michael Hearse CCM Director of Clubhouse Operations Tracey Machesney Fitness Manager Michael Stark Executive Chef 21 New in Fitness For Fall 15 Hunt History 2 16 60 Seconds With ALSO IN THIS ISSUE President s Message 03 Chief Operating Officer s Report 07 A Breakthrough Year for Canadians 17 Fall Grounds Report 19 Road to Japan 23 Just 4 Juniors 25 Faces in the Club 26 Event Calendar 27 On the cover Photography by Saleme Fayad Photography FALL 2023

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Board of Directors PRESIDENT S MESSAGE Doug Davis douglas_davis rogers com Welcome to late summer I sincerely hope this summer has been a great one for you Post pandemic and post golf course construction has returned a vibrancy to the Club not seen since 2019 For me it feels like a constant unveiling of great things including every month another part of our golf course returned to our members for use pickleball leagues and clinics flourished with court usage almost doubled that from the prior year the introduction of new menus in our restaurants has been met with rave reviews and the new Caf 1885 has quickly become a morning and lunch hotspot for members As mentioned in the last issue of Club Life I plan to have part of each article cover various business aspects of the Club in order to improve the transparency of the Club operations As a follow up to the last article covering our new debt structuring we are pleased to note that 2 million dollars of our total 4 25 million has been set up in a fixed rate term loan This loan was put into place before the recent July interest rate increases While the golf course construction is substantially complete and we are back to 18 holes of use a small part of the project yet to be completed will take place this winter when the pond between holes 2 3 and 4 will be cleaned up and modified as planned Recently we were approached by Golf Canada to explore the possibility of hosting a future national championship including the CPKC Women s Canadian Open as early as 2025 After careful consideration the Board decided that since we have had 4 years of interrupted play pandemic and golf course renovation we really needed some time to breathe and enjoy our course for the next few years and therefore respectfully declined the invitation for further discussion at least in the near future It is certainly a great honour to be considered as one of the country s top golf courses and Golf Canada has done a great job in building their events in recent years We have a strong relationship with our friends at Golf Canada and a future board may reopen this discussion at a later time for events further down the road The Restaurant Renovation Committee lead by Bob DiFruscia Chair and John Spriet Vice Chair have had several meetings The Terrace Room which will have the most change will be walled off from the Glenmore and Grill Rooms mid October to allow construction of this area to begin Renovations to the Glenmore and Grill Rooms will begin January 2 2024 Furniture is now in the process of being ordered to accommodate lead time requirements On the Business Planning front for 2024 the robust process of planning and budgeting for next year has 3 FALL 2023

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begun based on the strategic direction provided by the Board One area of reference is a summary of how Member dues are currently spent See the attached graph of Member Dues Utilization covering last year this year and anticipated for next year For each of the areas noted direct ancillary revenue streams were netted against costs of their respective areas Examples of this would be netting Locker Rental fees against Clubhouse expenses Tennis Associate fees against Raquet expenses Guest fees against Golf Course expenses and Cart and Club Storage fees again Pro Shop expenses From a review notice that the most substantial change going forward will be the increase of cash used to service debt principal and interest As the Board balances future cash flows and rising costs it will look at numerous opportunities to consider minor changes in areas of Club operations in order to maintain our annual dues increases within reason As we wind our way into Fall be sure to continue using the many activities offered at the Club both those you are already familiar with and perhaps those that may be new to you Pickleball or Trap Shooting anyone Doug Davis Club President 4 S P R IFNAGL L22002203

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EXPERIENCE THE EXCEPTIONAL THIS THANKSGIVING Register early and reserve your table this Thanksgiving to enjoy this long standing tradition at the Club THANKSGIVING BRUNCH Sunday October 8 2023 Reservations from 10 00 a m to 1 00 p m 6 FALL 2023

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Fall Report Jon Nusink GM COO jnusink londonhuntclub com On Saturday July 29th Committee Chair Doug Mackenzie and Board President Doug Davis cut the ribbon during the official reopening of the golf course and a full 18 holes to play in front of 150 or so fellow members Earlier that morning we received 40mm of rain which by way of comparison is the average rainfall for the entire month of July The rain shortened the field of players to half but shortly after tee off the rain stopped the sun peaked out and they were presented with a work of art Very much a ta da moment The first shovel officially hit the ground on August 2nd 2022 and almost a year to the day later we were treated to the fruits of our labours A tremendous team effort One portion of the project was deferred to this winter which involves the expansion cleanup and installation of armor stone on part of the pond at holes 3 4 This is expected to be completed by the contractor after the course closes for the winter Our original best case scenario plans were for the contractor to be done by end of May with a full 18 holes open for play by mid late June We missed the mark by 4 to 6 weeks but a full 18 holes opened uninterrupted on August 17th I am also happy to report that while all final invoices have not been cleared we predict to be right on budget Late August and September is Championship time for our summer sports Congratulations to everyone who participated and to all flight winners in golf which wrapped up on August 27th Championships for tennis and pickleball will take place through multiple weekends in September While congratulations are in order we were very pleased to learn from CMAC Club Managers Association of Canada that the London Hunt and Country Club would be receiving an award as Club of the Year in Canada in the Large Club category This news along with a copy of the Club s submission was sent by email to members on August 28th While we take what we have and what we do here for granted sometimes an email response that I received sums it up in my mind Jon congratulations to you and your outstanding Leadership Team on winning the CMAC s Large Club of the Year Award I have read the entire 16 page nomination document and was delighted to see all that the Club your Team have accomplished While I pride myself on knowing what goes on at the Club I must admit I was pleasantly surprised at the breadth depth of accomplishments In today s world I truly believe there is a shortage of great news stories and as such I applaud the decision to share the Club s submission document with 7 FALL 2023

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members Well done my friend and thank you and your Team for all of your hard work on a day to day basis An award like this is certainly a highlight of my career in Club Management and recognizes not only the hard work and dedication of our very talented and devoted management team but it reflects the ongoing efforts and commitment of the Club s 180 personnel the 120 Members that volunteer on various committees and subcommittees devoting their time and expertise in guiding the Club forward and the Board of Directors over many years that set the strategic direction of the Club and make the hard decisions And last but not least the membership as a whole who support these people support the Club and participate in fostering a culture of excellence that we all enjoy The Club remains in good financial shape as we finalize our loan structures and begin to pay down the remaining debt on the Clubhouse and Golf Course Projects We are holding steady with a waitlist that seems to consistently hover around 50 families representing an approximately 3 year wait to full membership I am constantly saying to potential new members and their sponsors that if you are thinking of joining at least get in the queue now The only financial commitment is 2500 non refundable deposit once the application is approved At a recent Board meeting it was resolved that our entrance fees will rise again The last time it moved was September 2021 By comparison it will be Currently 50 000 as a one time payment or 55 000 over 5 installments Beginning January 1st 2024 52 000 as a one time payment or 62 000 over 3 installments There will remain very good discounts for Legacy Members of any age and for new members under the age of 40 An entrance fee is triggered the year when an Intermediate Member turns 30 or when a future member on the waitlist graduates to the Veranda which is the top group of the waitlist before becoming full members However should a person wish to lock in the current entrance fee by beginning payment they may elect to do so prior to these trigger dates Brandie or I would be happy to discuss everyone s particular scenario at any time Since the last Club Life Magazine issue we have welcomed some great new families to our Club Please help me in welcoming to Veranda membership Jeremy Valeriote and Erin Demaiter and their teenage daughters Olivia and Lauren Jeremy is President at Norlon Builders and Erin was an instructor at Western in the sociology department They were proposed by Michael Peerless and seconded by John Spriet Mark and Ramona Robinson Mark s parents John and Marie were members of the Club He is the Executive Vice President and COO of TEAM Truck Centres Limited and Ramona retired from Great West Life as a Vice President of Investment Funds They were proposed by Denis Lemieux and seconded by John Sliskovic Matthew and Lindsay Smith and their two young sons Matthew is a Legacy Member the son of Michael and Diane Smith and is a Financial Advisor at Canada Life Lindsay works within the Office of the Registrar at Western Ontario They were proposed by Michael and Diane Smith and seconded by Jim and Joanne Bailey Michael Froome and Kimberly Molloy Michael is V P at M T Printing Corp They were proposed by David Weir and seconded by Brian Semkowski Taylor and Marlene Wasko and their twin daughters Alice and Isla and son Bryce Taylor is an actuary with The Canada Life Assurance Company and Marlene is a teacher with the Thames Valley District School Board They were proposed by Colin Nash and seconded by Bryan Channer Robert and Leanne Leeper and their four children Andrew Henry Grace and Julian Robert is a Trauma Surgeon and ICU Physician at London Health Sciences Centre and Leanne is a teacher at Jack Chambers Public School They were proposed by Michael Lerner and seconded by Tim Carey Dan and Carolyn Mathieson and son Riley Dan ser ved 5 terms as Mayor of Stratford and is the President of Coriano Capital and President of Mathieson Associates Insurance Ltd and Carolyn is a teacher with the Avon Maitland District School Board They were proposed by John Nash and seconded by Don McDougall 8 FALL 2023

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Vinh Huynh and Sharon Yuen and their two children Chase and Estelle Vinh and Sharon are pharmacists that currently own and operate two independent pharmacies in London called Progressive Drug Mart They were proposed by Andrew Fard and seconded by Angela Tai Sam and Razia Hassan Sam is a partner and owner of ZTR Control Systems They were proposed by Tod Warner and seconded by Peter Johnson Jonathan and Hunter Lin and their daughters Gia and Charlotte Jonathan is a legacy member the son of Charles and Carla Lin and is a partner at Harrison Pensa LLP and Hunter is a National Account Coordinator with Insight Global They were proposed by Charles Lin and seconded by Paul Romanson James and Sheila Mays James is a retired partner at Siskinds LLP and Sheila helps operate her family s farm in the Niagara Peninsula They were proposed by James Caskey and seconded by Charles Wright Wesdon McCann and Gabriel Traczuk and their two daughters Riley and Casey Wesdon is an Optometrist and owner of eight practices in the London and surrounding area where Gabriel who has an engineering degree is the Chief Information Officer They were proposed by Gordon Pryde and seconded by James Ralph Anna and Kyle McCann and their three children Ayla Eli and Keira Anna is the daughter of Jane and Gord Pryde and is the Logistics Manager at Trillium Commodities and Kyle is the owner of his family business McCann Redimix They were proposed by Fred Steciuk and seconded by Matt Dale Additionally the Club is trilled to welcome Eric Flockhart and Allison Dilliott and Leia Green Szabo and Rob Szabo with their son Tyler Szabo back to membership In August we completed our first mid season food and beverage satisfaction survey Thank you to the 353 members who took the time to answer the questions and provide feedback The final question was to rate your f b experience in the first half of 2023 compared to 2022 and I was pleased to learn that 33 thought the food quality had improvement 27 thought that food consistency was improved and 35 thought that overall service was improved in last year This certainly reflects the ongoing efforts of that department to consistently look at ways to improve satisfaction scores The overall results will help us to determine where focus should lie what initiatives are working and set a benchmark for future mid season surveys The Glenmore and Grill renovation project has been moving ahead all summer with final selection of furniture fixtures and equipment and the final construction drawings being completed Following Thanksgiving we will be surrendering the Terrace Lounge to the General Contractor who will wall it off from the other dining areas and begin work in that room which will eventually house the bar This will give us a better chance of completing the majority of the work during the winter months when the club slows down a bit However during the winter our intention is to operate member dining for lunch and dinner in Caf 1885 until the Thames Grill and Glenmore reopen for service As the cost of labour and food continues to rise we have had to make some important decisions when it comes to our regular buffet offerings While features like the Friday Night Buffet have been around for decades we are faced with the reality that buffets are not as popular as they once were Covid could probably take some of that credit and the cost of food has been so inflationary lately we are extra cautious of the amount of waste that is created As such we have decided to offer the Friday Night Buffet on one Friday per month instead of every week starting in September However on the flipside we will be reintroducing a Sunday Brunch Buffet starting in September one Sunday per month as well While these offerings will not be as regular it will also give us a chance to make them extra special on the dates that they are offered Dates will be posted in the weekly eNews After months of deliberation the Board accepted a recommendation from the Clubhouse Committee and a special Ad Hoc Committee for a new refreshed Dress Code Policy The objectives of the policy were to update it to reflect current fashions and trends make it more understandable and clear and in turn make it more enforceable by Staff As a result you will find that our dress code if anything has taken a step closer to classy instead of casual while respecting that Members partake in various forms of activities at the club many of which have unique formsof dress The new dress code can be found on our club website under Resources and weekly tips will be made in the enews The last thing staff want to do is inadvertently embarrass a member or a guest by informing them about 9 FALL 2023

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our dress code and therefore it is each Member s responsibility to understand it and adhere to it In the meantime staff are here to help as we begin to communicate the new policy At the most recent Board meeting members of the Board resolved to make Mr Bill and Mrs Mary Ann Brady Honourary Members of the Club Among Bill s many accomplishments and celebrity status include induction into the Canadian Broadcast Hall of Fame 1996 He has been engaged in public service most of his life and has been chairman of the board of University Hospital and the London Health Association He also co founded and was the first president of Transplant International Canada which seeks to expand organ retrieval and transplant awareness He was also vice president of the board and a member of the executive committee at the John P Robarts Research Institute London and has also been the director at the London Centre for Juvenile Diabetes Research He has also served as national director of the Canadian Heart Foundation In 1990 he received an honorary Doctor of Laws LL D from the University of Western Ontario and in 1991 he was made a Member of the Order of Canada one of the highest civilian honours the country bestows upon its citizens for his contributions to the country and community And last but not least he was the Club s President in 1999 Our condolences go out to the Brady family as Mary Ann passed away on September 2nd In the previous issue of Club Life we were fortunate to have guest contributors in John and David Nash who submitted some memories about the golf course when it opened on this site in 1959 Since then I have had numerous conversations with Members involving their own unique perspective and memory about the Club Whether it be a personal memory or witnessing a special event such as the Canadian Open in 1970 or the Hunt Ball in the 80 s or a Santa s Christmas Brunch in the past These stories are what forms our history and defines us as a Club and I would therefore ask any member who has something to share about the Club to send to us for possible inclusion in a future issue Fall is the most wonderful time for golf as the colours begin to change and the temperatures offer some relief We still have many weeks of good golf tennis and pickleball this year to enjoy LONDON HUNT AND COUNTRY CLUB IN MEMORIAM Don King January 31 1932 June 8 2023 Larry Lyons June 12 1950 June 29 2023 Sandy Robertson February 25 1938 July 15 2023 David Olsen March 11 1954 August 19 2023 10 Mary Ann Brady October 5 1932 September 2 2023 FALL 2023

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Wedding of Ali Nash and Amir El Ayoubi October 10 2020 EXPERIENCE THE EXCEPTIONAL ELEVATE YOUR EVENT Members enjoy no room or linen fees custom menus to suit your event and taste London s most sought after address with rooms that can accommodate an intimate gathering for eight or large celebration for up to 300 and access to experts at creating an unforgetable Hunt Club experience for you and your friends and family Did you know members are able to sponsor friends and family so they can enjoy the Club for their events too 11 CONTACT US Ginny Leyten Events Coordinator gleyten londonhuntclub com 519 471 2523 ext 240 Eric Frenzel Banquet Manager efrenzel londonhuntclub com 519 471 2523 ext 229 FALL 2023

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Make a Reservation at My Country Club Why Michael Hearse Director of Clubhouse Operations mhearse londonhuntclub com Instagram com huntclubfoodandbeverage The better question might be why not The differences between your Country Club restaurant s and your favourite local restaurant are many and diverse With reservations most certainly not being the exception Most Members would agree that they would never walk into their favourite local restaurant on a busy Friday night without a reservation and expect to be seated immediately Furthermore they would not expect to be seated at a premium table in a preferred location and receive the highest level of service possible So why is the expectation different when it comes to the restaurant areas at your Country Club And why are reservations for your Country Club restaurant s deemed unnecessary when we book appointments for almost all other services in our lives from tee times to haircuts This article is not designed to unpack those loaded questions or to shame or cast judgement on those who enjoy the spontaneity of determining their dining experience in the moment Rather this article has been composed to explore the benefits of reservations for both the Country Club and Member alike and to promote the collaboration of the two in achieving the level of experience the industry is known for Prior to exploring these benefits revisiting some of the major differences between your Country Club restaurant s and your favourite local restaurant using London Hunt and Country Club as the example will help further reinforce why reservations can be a contributing factor to a successful evening for all London Hunt and Country Club has a total of 320 seats including lounge areas that can be utilized for dining in the restaurants of the Main Clubhouse Far too many to serve a la carte effectively all at the same with multiple menus and offerings that include artisanal baked goods in Caf 1885 casual dishes in the Thames Grill and fine dining creations in the Glenmore Dining Room being plated from one line in the same kitchen Hours of operation run from 6 30 am to 11 00 pm or later seven days a week depending on Member activity Contrast this with your favourite local restaurant that most likely has fewer seats serves items from one menu or style and can adjust hours of operation to be open only during peak revenue hours and opportunities An additional layer of complexity is that 12 FALL 2023

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as a multi outlet multi amenity Country Club utilization of the dining facilities are cross pollinated by Golf Tennis Pickleball Fitness as well as Trap and Skeet As an example of this the Club s current tee time interval is about 10 minutes which means there is a steady flow of golfers that interact with the Food and Beverage Team for service amongst the existing dining volume Furthermore as a Country Club that resides in the top 10 for food and beverage revenue in Canada Members also engage the Club as a restaurant within their dining options in the city of London Ontario During a previous study of modifier frequency it was calculated that on any given day up to 78 of orders that were sent to the kitchen were modified in some way with the daily average landing at approximately 50 A statistic that most local restaurants would not allow or look to mitigate while your Country Club encourages your customization An additional study of reservation frequency versus walk in traffic was conducted that yielded a reservation rate of only 30 As you can see from the information above whether it is the breadth of offerings quantity of seats hours of operation or the desire for customization and expected access to services most Country Club restaurants are in for daily challenges not faced by your favourite local restaurant the moment they open their doors However as a community within a community that has an aligned expectation for the level of food and beverage service each Country Club is naturally set up to work together with its members to create a sustainable solution One where the Club provides Members easy access to avenues through which they can make reservations and one where Members understand the importance and benefits of making reservations for the Club All of this is supported by an understanding and recognition from each membership to their Food and Beverage Team that if they do access the facility without a reservation their experience may be affected in some way depending on a series of other factors As a continuation of our Club Life article series on the evolution of our dining spaces at the Club we are pleased to be composing this piece after the successful launch of Caf 1885 and with the excitement of a positive vote for a secondary phase of renovations in 2024 still fresh in our minds Thank you to all shareholders who participated in that important governance process that saw an overwhelmingly positive 84 4 vote in favor of the project We look forward to these renovations further strengthening our existing offerings With the above being noted we wanted to expand on the concepts provided during our previous communications share with you a sneak peek at the since approved branding for each space and elaborate on what you might expect from these areas in the future The post renovation strategy will be to create for the membership unique areas that have specific menus tailored to each dining room that allow Members to choose their desired dining experience daily Knowing in advance of any evening the number of patrons that will be dining at the Club allows for the Management Team to not only schedule appropriately but also effectively distribute Team Members over each section of the restaurant areas in service Additionally this allows for a staggered layout of tables in each Server s section giving them time to engage their tables and provide the type of personalized service Country Clubs wish to present Dining Room Managers and Supervisors are also able to maximize space and availability while controlling business volumes to ensure a positive dining experience for all When inquiries for reservations are provided Management is able to direct and spread demand over a broader range of times to allow for an efficient flow from the kitchen to the dining rooms This is why on occasion when you phone your favourite local restaurant or your Country Club and request a particular time you are asked to adjust to a more accommodating time for service If and when this is not managed or when walk in tables flow in around those already reserved this naturally creates a bottle neck and lengthens times for both food and beverage service Furthermore the likelihood of the level of service remaining at the high level expected diminishes As a Country Club is not in the position to turn a member away or deprioritize their table amongst those who have reserved each walk in table sacrifices the Club s ability to effectively service each dining area and has the potential to diminish the experience for those who did make a reservation As noted in the opening paragraphs the desire for customization of each meal and experience is high in a Country Club setting and will always be better Managed through a reservation Point of Sale systems have been designed to track allergies preferences favourite cocktails and dishes Providing the ability for a Service Team Member to greet Mr Smith with his Manhattan suggest the Prime Rib feature on that evening and surprise him with a slice of cake with a candle on his birthday Through such communication operational planning for special services or occasions the navigation of dietary restrictions or meal preparations that may not be on the menu are better prepared for and effectively implemented without significant disruption The arrangement and distribution of larger groups amongst business volumes is also strengthened and planned for by the Management Team when reservations are known and anticipated 13 FALL 2023

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Although not visible the benefits behind the scenes are just as numerous and important A consistent and effective system of reservations in any facility assists in the management of the labour expenses on behalf of that business Team Members are added at peak service times and reduced during slower demand periods to mitigate daily weekly monthly and yearly expenses in that area As most Country Clubs operate as notfor profit corporations this is increasingly important for the sustainability of their Food and Beverage Departments When reservations are not made and an evening looks to have lower business volumes a Management Team will look to reduce staffing costs and send Service Team Members home or eliminate shifts entirely Not knowing that this may be detrimental later in the evening when a significant amount of walk ins enter the dining areas creating a service shortfall I am confident that almost everyone could recall a time when they came in from a dusk round of golf and could tell that the Service Team at their Country Club was understaffed from sending Service Team Members home and thus leading to a less than positive experience Whereas if in that situation leadership had known of the impending volume it would have held those Team Members not eliminated those shifts and been better able to manage service An element of the above when reservations are made adhered to and consistent fewer surprises present themselves for all parties Creating a calm stress reduced environment that leads to better quality and consistency shorter wait times and a better experience for both the Member and Food and Beverage Team Too many difficult dinner services can lead to an increase in staff turnover for both the Service and Culinary Teams who do not want to feel the type of pressure disorganization and chaos that results from an evening of being in the weeds Beyond staff being every Country Club s greatest asset and the time effort as well as money it takes to onboard each season a post pandemic drain on the hospitality industry further compounds why each Club can scarcely afford to lose their Team Members Preparation of food levels can also be more accurately managed which minimizes waste and assists the Culinary Team in managing food cost and menu pricing With Country Clubs being known for their feature evenings like Friday Night Buffet at London Hunt and Country Club a reservation that indicates a party is participating in that feature aids the Team preparing the feast to cook a reasonable amount of food for the numbers anticipated Daily dining room and kitchen line setups can also be adjusted to mitigate significant spoilage and waste All of the previously mentioned benefits also weave together to aid in the creation of financial forecasts revenue and expense projections and strategic plans on behalf of the shareholders of the Country Club When reviewing ways through which Country Clubs can provide Members easy access to avenues through which they can make reservations leveraging technology can greatly assist these efforts Beyond the traditional methods of reserving in person with a Service Team Member over the phone by contacting your Country Club s restaurant s or Administration Department Members can now email the Country Club s restaurant s or Management Team make reservations through the Club s website or mobile app and be provided links to make reservations in tee time confirmations or court bookings There are programs through which Members can be texted or sent push notifications about upcoming events or existing reservations All in pursuit of making reservations and participation within the Club as seamless as possible With so many benefits for both the Country Club and Member and again with an aligned expectation for the level of food and beverage service the creation of a reservation culture at your Country Club is truly the sustainable solution for a successful and consistent food and beverage experience Not only for those enjoying the services but also for those providing those services So the next time you schedule a tee time make a court booking or are just thinking about visiting your Country Club for breakfast lunch or dinner please let your Food and Beverage Team know that you intend to dine the same way you would for your favourite local restaurant If they suggest an alternative time or location please meet them with collaboration and respect as they are only trying to ensure that you have the most positive experience possible Lastly if you are thinking about walking into your Country Club without a reservation take pause and think of how it might impact those who have made a reservation and the services being presented I know I can speak on behalf of all Country Club Food and Beverage Departments when I say that we appreciate your support and membership and that we look forward to hosting you Ways to make a reservation at London Hunt and Country Club Email the Glenmore Dining Room at glenmore londonhuntclub com use the mobile app or website under reservations call the Club at 519 471 6430 ext 219 or 256 speak to a Manager Supervisor or Team Member in person or use the link in your tee time confirmation or court booking to make a reservation 14 FALL 2023

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Beginnings of the Tradition Written by Brandon Conron and printed in 1985 The London Hunt and Country Club traces its origins back to the City s garrison days when the Rebellion of 1837 brought British regiments to here in 1838 Their officers many of them younger sons of distinguished Old Country families developed a keen competitive interest in riding The spirit resulted in the establishment by the early 1840 s of a pack of imported English foxhounds and encouraged throughout the area the breeding of hunter horses The local quality of horsemanship was dramatically demonstrated on May 9 1843 when there took place a famous steeplechase one of the first in Canada The British garrison was withdrawn from London in 1853 returned in 1862 and remained relatively uninterrupted until 1869 Yet much of the town s social life still centered around the military Although traditions of the London Hunt date back to 1843 it was actually on March 30 1885 that a group of stalwart equestrians formally organized civilian hunting buffs into the London Hunt Club The first President and Master of Foxhounds was distinguished lawyer Harry Becher who in that year was also the Mayor of London The first Huntsman was John Fulcher imported from Boston on January 1 1885 as Riding Master by Hellmuth Ladies College In mid March he established a riding academy with 40 horses on Dundas Street at Wellington Street where the former City Hall is located Along with the MFH he provided excellent sport and the London Hunt had great popular appeal There was little wire in the country then and the snake and rail fences made splendid jumps in runs close to the built up area In mid January 1889 the death of founding President and MFH Henry Harry C Becher QC occasioned a Special Meeting at which a unanimous resolution recorded the Members sense of the great loss sustained in the passing of such a wholesouled sportsman and daring rider Maj A M Smith became President and Dr Harry Randolph Abbott who succeeded Harry Becher as MFH continued in that capacity The London Free Press of March 1 1889 reported the second annual banquet tendered to the farmers of Middlesex County by the London Hunt Over 150 people were present The huntsmen appeared in their riding suits Two large stuffed foxes were over the Master s chair Toasts to the Queen and the Royal Family The Governor General and the Lieutenant Governor The Corporation of the City of London The President of the United States and The Farmers of Middlesex County were all received in an uproarious manner To the strains of music of an Italian band until some time after midnight the reigned fast and furious By that same hunting season the Club was well established on the property designated Glenmore and located on the east side of Western Road surrounding the present site of the federal Agricultural Institute According to research findings the Glenmore came from a combination of the name of Hamilton Moore owner of the land in the early 1800 s and the word glen describing the lower part of the premises By the turn of the century the Hunt Section was run by MFH Adam Beck founder of Ontario Hydro an ardent horseman and aggressive sportsman In October 1900 the Club leased 30 acres of property owned by Mrs Jane Houseman and occupied by the Hunt Alterations were made to an old farm dwelling to convert it for Club House purposes and the name Glenmore was retained for the new location At the same time a 9 hole course on which the grass was kept cropped by pasturing a flock of sheep was designed For the golf links an additional 40 acres of adjoining property were leased from Miss Anne Kingsmill s Bellevue Farm The Club would continue to evolve and expand in the early 1900 s Watch for more history in the next issue of Club Life Magazine 15 FALL 2023

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60 Seconds With ELIZABETH HOWLETT MASTER OF FOXHOUNDS AND LIFETIME LEGACY MEMBER CHILDHOOD MEMORY OF THE CLUB Children were not allowed in the Club until they were 12 years old I remember my first event was a Junior Tea Dance NAME OF YOUR FIRST HORSE One of my first horse s was a pony named Happy who I hunted regularly at a very young age FALL TRADITION Growing up the tradition was always lunch at the Club followed by the annual Thanksgiving Day Hunt TRAVEL MEMORY A three week trip with fellow members of the London Hunt foxhunting in Florida Georgia and Alabama WORDS OF WISDOM Patience is a virtue HUNT HISTORY YOU D LIKE NEW MEMBERS TO KNOW The hunt was the founding sport of the London Hunt and Country Club Golf was added 15 years later with tennis and trap and skeet to follow Are you a Lifetime Member of the Club Would you like to share a story or memory in the next issue of Club Life Magazine If so please contact Brandie Cooper at bcooper londonhuntclub com PETS THROUGH THE YEARS Over the years Brutus Diesel and Sasha all Bouviers and Dudley and Buster both Jack Russel Terriers WHAT DOES LEGACY MEAN TO YOU My family legacy is six generations of continuous membership at the Club FAVOURITE DISH TO ENJOY ON THANKSGIVING Turkey and all the fixings YOU CAN TRACE YOUR FAMILY S HISTORY AT THE LONDON HUNT AND COUNTRY CLUB BACK TO the inception of the Club 16 FALL 2023

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A Breakthrough Year for Canadians Chris Lawson Director of Golf clawson londonhuntclub com instagram com londonhuntclub_proshop For those members who watch Professional golf on a weekly basis you have likely noticed a big trend Canadians climbing the leaderboards on a regular basis This trend is occurring on both the Men s and Women s tour Golf Canada and the provincial programs are seeing their development programs pay dividends One of those highlights was seeing Canadian Nick Taylor win the RBC Canadian Open this past June That victory ended a 69 year drought from the last Canadian to win the tournament Pat Fletcher That Sunday evening provided edge of your seat made for TV viewing The four hole dramatic playoff between Tommy Fleetwood and Nick Taylor was exciting to say the least and definitely a season highlight moment for the PGA Tour The players were going shot for shot only to be capped off by the 72 foot walk off eagle putt from Nick Taylor Everyone at Oakdale or watching was cheering or witnessing history being made I too was on the edge of my couch taking this in win or lose it was a special moment Canadian golf was on global display A couple weeks ago a friend of mine Adam Stanley a Canadian Golf Journalist wrote a piece that was featured in the Washington Post I asked him if he would allow us to use his article to help illustrate the Golf Canada plan for player development and showcase it successes Thank you Adam for allowing us to share this 17 Guest writer Adam Stanley https adamstanley ca and Twitter adam_stanley After Nick Taylor broke a 69 year drought at this year s Canadian Open becoming the first Canadian to win his home country s PGA Tour event since 1954 and after the pomp and circumstance a teary FaceTime chat with his wife and a few cold beers he left the course with a group of friends and stopped at McDonald s And then Wayne Gretzky called while he was in the drive through Taylor s win in June was a record fourth by a Canadian on the PGA Tour over the past 12 months although it was the only one to merit a celebratory phone call from the Great One coming after he nailed a 72 foot eagle putt the longest putt of his career on the fourth playoff hole Down it went as the trajectory of Canadian golf continued to move in the opposite direction To think that I m the person that people are thinking about Taylor said in disbelief is kind of breathtaking It has been an all time 12 months for Canadian golf The four winners are the most on the PGA Tour this season from any country other than the United States Mackenzie Hughes of Dundas Ontario and Adam Svensson of Surrey B C won in the fall while Corey Conners of Listowel Ontario won in April Svensson Conners Taylor and Adam Hadwin give Canada four players among the 50 still alive in the PGA Tour s FedEx Cup playoffs no country other than the United States has more The second leg of the playoffs the BMW Championship starts Thursday with the top 30 in the standings moving on to the Tour Championship Ifmore than one Canadian earns his way into that field it would be a record during the FedEx Cup era too It doesn t stop there either There have been two Canadian winners on the minor league Korn Ferry Tour another two on PGA Tour Canada a winner on the Epson Tour the women s qualifying tour and another on PGA Tour Latinoam rica while Stephen Ames has won four times on the PGA Tour Champions circuit FALL 2023

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And we haven t even mentioned Brooke Henderson yet The steely eyed blond ponytailed powerful swinging small town hero from Ontario already has 13 career wins on the LPGA Tour a record for Canadians on either the LPGA or PGA Tour including the Tournament of Champions to open the 2023 season Next week at the Women s Open in Vancouver Henderson who is just 25 will go for her second national open title after winning it in 2018 That year she broke a 45year Canadian drought on the women s side Henderson has been a mainstay in the world s top 10 for more than a half decade and there will be dozens of fans girls and boys young and old making up the Brooke Brigade next week in Vancouver T shirts and all Golf in Canada is clearly experiencing a golden moment with Henderson s never before seen body of work leading the way and linchpin moments such as Taylor s Canadian Open triumph which was celebrated on the green by other Canadian stars not far behind Specifically in Canada I feel like golf s just continued to grow and evolve and it s just going to keep getting better Henderson told the Canadian Broadcasting Corp in June None of this happened accidentally according to those invested in the success of golf in a country more often identified for its winter sports prowess Henderson and the other Canadians on the LPGA Tour Maddie Szeryk and Maude Aim e Leblanc plus each of the four Canadian PGA Tour winners this season were part of Golf Canada s national team program as youngsters The national program which provides financial support travel opportunities gear and access to high level coaching to young golfers has been part of Canada s golfing fabric since 2005 and earlier this year even the powerhouse United States took notice We ve studied Canada very closely and we see the success said Heather Daly Donofrio managing director for player relations and development at the U S Golf Association The USGA announced in February that it would be launching its own national team program something seen in almost every other prominent golfing nation The organization is in the process of interviewing candidates to be the head coach with the program part of a neardecade long strategy to help identify and develop the best of the best in American junior golf When I played on the LPGA Tour I d look left I d look right and any international player on the range with me had been a product of their national team whereas we ve never given that support to our players DalyDonofrio said We want to make sure that if a kid picks up a golf club in the United States they know what the pathway is Fifty seven golfers are part of Golf Canada s program including juniors elite amateurs and newly minted pros Canada has audacious goals aiming to have 30 combined golfers on the PGA Tour and LPGA Tour by 18 2032 a number that Kevin Blue Golf Canada s chief sport officer landed on after analyzing the length of other countries golf seasons and their high performance output and comparing the data to Canada s If Canada with its golfing public numbering into the multimillions can develop players to be tour level at the same rate as the United States for example then in the next decade the projection is 20 more Canadian men and women will join the current crop to get to 30 with PGA Tour or LPGA Tour status Blue said The men s year we re having has been absolutely phenomenal and the country needs to believe that this kind of result is possible and that we should be looking forward to it happening more regularly Blue said Not that we re going to have four different PGA Tour winners every year but a mind set shift from Canada is an underdog to Canada is a major golfing country is something we hope to help achieve as we move forward Canada s men s national team is overseen by Derek Ingram while the women s national team is headed by Salimah Mussani Mussani said more girls are being moved into Canada s golf system sooner which can only be a good thing On the men s side two decades after Mike Weir s Masters victory in 2003 the country is seeing the impact of that north star kind of victory All of Canada s PGA Tour members have pointed to Weir s win which came around the time Tiger Woods was dominating pro golf as a key part of their development I look up to Mike Weir and if kids say the same thing about me that s the biggest compliment I probably could ever get Taylor said Part of Golf Canada s focus is finding talented youngsters earlier and keeping them involved in the sport That s where Tristan Mullally comes in He was the women s national team coach for a decade before getting promoted into a new role in May 2022 as the head of national talent identification for Golf Canada The organization also now has a home in Arizona for wintertime training and launched First Tee Canada in 2020 to create even more junior golf opportunities Combine those efforts with the dozen or so pro victories from the past year and you ve got momentum that Mullally said is immeasurable Mullally Mussani Ingram and Blue are playing key roles behind the scenes but they beam with pride after seeing wins such as Taylor s or Henderson s record setting body of work instead of seeking credit for themselves Having someone who has done it from a country that has snow on the ground and the resources aren t dripping from everywhere that s huge Mullally said It gives belief in a dream that Canadian junior golfers maybe never really had before Such as getting a call from Wayne Gretzky while waiting for fast food FALL 2023

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Fall Grounds Report Jayson Griffiths Director of Agronomy and Grounds jgriffiths londonhuntclub com twitter com GriffithsJayson It is a new day at the London Hunt and Country Club As the Master Plan vision referenced four years ago where modern meets history The golf course has been given a new lease and fresh legs thanks to the Membership and Committees these past seasons demonstrating a shared respect for the past while steadfastly focusing on the future Agronomic work has yet to be done in fully healing and preparing the golf course for winter but the joy of feeling each hole s unique potential provides energy and excitement The Membership from 1959 and in the early years before would certainly be proud of the course today in that generations of current Members followed their lead in investment and perpetual planning towards the future Success does not come easy as is the case with all worthwhile pursuits The Membership s enthusiasm Board of Directors and Golf Course Standards and Conditioning Committee in particular recent Chairs throughout the project Mr Doug Mackenzie Dr Tom Faulds and Mr Jeff Aarssen understood the critical infrastructure component Your support throughout the project was needed more than you may ever know to which I say thank you In so doing your combined leadership in communications have steered a Master Plan from infancy to reality Your significant financial investment and countless Member volunteer hours culminated last August in the beginning of a new vision We are happy to see the golf course returned to you for your enjoyment The legacy of the London Hunt and Country Club as a sporting institution began 138 years ago in 1885 Over time the necessity of generational input and care has enabled this proud establishment to flourish contribute to the development of its youth families and gain national recognition for its amateur players and philanthropic community endeavors Our Grounds Team are fortunate to steward such a beautiful piece of land stretching along the green belt of the Thames River corridor where eagles perch observing the flowing current of the waters below at 6 00 am the silence is golden We on Grounds have received countless words of encouragement and appreciation which are passed along and shared daily with the seasonal team of skilled greenkeepers In writing this newsletter I found inspiration in the series of photographs I have taken and catalogued over the seasons some of which are from aerial still photography from the early 1980 s prior to the last significant capital investment to the golf course 23 years ago At that time architect Reese Jones was commissioned by the London Hunt and Country Club to return the property to the Robert Trent Jones legacy as a variety of inconsistent inputs and course design changes had occurred in the years since 1959 This black and white aerial image captures the geographical proximity of holes two and four and the inherent scale of the Jones green complexes Further trees of inferior quality surrounded the fourth hole Winter injury was common in the 1970 s through 2000 s due to changes in agronomic programs resources and the effect of environmental stress applied to plants In 2012 a report card reviewing fundamentals of turfgrass growth was undertaken Light surface drainage internal drainage traffic entrance and exit points species composition compaction and airflow were categorized Many of these factors dependent on green site received a below average grade relative to ideal growing conditions Since this time working and collaborating with industry professionals specializing in arboricultural planning and drainage including agronomic experts from the USGA helped frame long range infrastructure improvements Most certainly the improvement in light quantity and quality has returned a steady return on investment relative to seasonal stress 19 FALL 2023

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The arrival of KCM Construction 388 days ago seems a distant past A ledger of activities both paper and photo archiving are exhausting in review At university academic classes prepare the foundation to which agronomic decisions are referenced however the complexities for which the 2022 2023 Master Plan required was unique to the project itself A lifetime of intuition forecasting of next steps triaging and adjusting daily with hour by hour communication amongst three key contractors a capable turf management team and a full contingency of staff required focus Examples of which abound an area that required foresight was the vast amount of cut and paste relay Within the project no fairway bentgrass was purchased from the sod contractor rather a conscientious effort to repurpose and shift five acres of approach and fairway sod was made Turf growing on site needed to remain on site Healthy mixed stands of turfgrass accustomed to growing in a geographic area under certain soil conditions and sunlight will establish and thrive much sooner than one that is purchased Our fairway composition at London Hunt is primarily older varieties of bentgrass with poa annua mix Like wallpapering a room it is best to use the same bolt as texture and colour will blend to the eye seamlessly The apron extension on holes 11 and 13 came from the 14th fairway and the turf now growing on the 14th fairway came via hole 7 A cat and mouse Peter and Paul shell game was afoot and the skill was had in removing the sod at just the right time as an area was prepared to receive it while forecasting ahead to strip the correct zone of fairway that was to become a construction fill pad to which a fairway bunker was to be created Effective communication amongst the Hurdzans general contractors KCM and Grounds was paramount The seamless agreement to give and take and adjust needs for the betterment of the schedule and quality of project was never in doubt The project came to completion one calendar year from its first shovel At that time the events of the past 12 months were put in motion rarely slowing to take a breath as opportunities to affect change were critical Weather always presents a challenge and it is the skilled contractor that acts on favorable temperatures and ground conditions The 11th hole was a spectacular hole to complete first and was the standard to which all other holes would be compared The bunkering is dramatic although smaller in footprint the sand has met the USGA metrics for playability and performance while the Better Billy Bunker polymer gravel drainage has withstood over twenty two rain events this summer The ability of the living edge to thrive and complete the bunker system is important It is this blend of three grass species which root and protect the sand from soil contamination These bunkers are works of art in particular the finish on the edges is some of the best I ve seen as the owner of Better Billy Bunker commented upon a site visit this August His company has installed Better Billy around the globe and at every major venue including Ryder Cups The texture and variety of grassing lines intermingled within the formal presentation of the golf course and the ability of the bunkers to contrast the smoothness of the golf features set the London Hunt apart A compliment the Hurdzans are sure to agree Moving forward the project now requires a mindful approach to heal from summer traffic Building strength via agronomic inputs prior to winter is key in preparation for a successful 2024 season The anticipation of KCM returning this winter to complete the comprehensive stone and pond feature work will be exciting Standing behind the first green overlooking the vista of holes 2 3 and 4 provides a wow factor for the uninitiated guest A view sure to be even more impressive next May In closing we are thankful to the Board and Membership for your investment in the present and future well being of your golf course The enjoyment the London Hunt Club brings to so many Hunt Club families is truly a joy to witness Soon the fall leaves will turn to snow and the Hunt Club s winter majesty will be upon us 20 FALL 2023

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New in Fitness This Fall Tracey Machesney Fitness Manager tmachesney londonhuntclub com Fall brings fresh air new routines and an incentive to set new goals We can feel this energy in the Fitness Center now and with it brings new programs new people and new opportunities Our Personal Trainers have been enjoying our new fitness toys the SkiErg and Air Bike A SkiErg is an exercise machine that simulates cross country skiing using a fan to create resistance It is an ergometer that measures work output and displays various metrics on the monitor It can be used for both double poling and alternating arm motion engaging the upper body core and lower body muscles It is a low impact exercise that is easy on the knees and ankles that can be utilized in sprints and or steady state training The air bike is a type of stationary exercise bike that uses air for resistance as well and integrates both upper and lower body movement It has pedals for your feet and pivot arms for your upper body that are connected to the fan blade An air bike also known as an Assault bike is a popular machine for full body cardio workouts especially for high intensity interval training HIIT Schedule some time to come try these new pieces out Still unsure of technique or the mechanics of either Feel free to ask for assistance from one of our fitness team members As you may recall from the eNews the Fitness Center has expanded its wellness services and we are pleased to offer Registered Dieticians Athletic Therapy and Massage Therapy For more information on or to book with our service providers visit the Fitness section on the Members website or contact me at tmachesney londonhuntclub com What s happening in the Fitness Center this Fall Fitness Week October 2nd 6th Next Level Training Program Women 40 October Hunt Club s FitKids Junior fitness program October Kids PA Day Camps October 6 November 17 January 19 April 19 May 31 Hunt Talks Speaker Series November New Classes For Fall 20 20 20 20 cardio 20 strength 20 core stretching Pilates Candlelit Yoga Power Yoga Baby and Me Mobility Sports Conditioning and more NEW PERSONAL TRAINER ISAAC BUTLER We would like to welcome our newest Fitness Team Member Isaac Butler to the Club as one of our Personal Trainer s as well as Group Fitness Instructor Isaac brings great knowledge experience and positive energy with him to the Club His Bachelor of Kinesiology degree professional experience as a Health Coach and Athletic Performance Personal Trainer and his passion for inspiring others to be their best will all be a great addition to our already amazing fitness team Isaac s personal training experience ranges from working with youth through to older adults fitness His ability to strategize with his clients about ways to break down barriers holding them back from reaching their fitness goals will make is a sought after trainer here at the Club I believe physical strength is a skill that everyone can learn with proper coaching When we work together I will teach you critical strength skills such as mobility callisthenics barbell work kettlebell techniques and the Olympic lifts Additionally I will support your important health behaviour changes outside of the gym By building positive nutrition habits sleeping well and developing mental resilience you will thrive rather than just get by Isaac Contact Tracey Machesney for more details on Isaac and our Personal Training services 21 FALL 2023

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Road to Japan Adam Baranowski Director of Racquet Sports abaranowski londonhuntclub com https www instagram com londonhuntclub_racquetsports The idea of playing the Worlds started a few months ago when I found out which country would be hosting such a prestigious event As with anything else everything starts with a thought followed by an action One needs a goal to arrive at a certain destination otherwise we just wander around aimlessly I knew in order to be selected on a team for the Worlds I needed to meet certain criteria A major part of this criteria was to do well semifinals or better at the Canadian Nationals which were at the end of August in Montreal With that thought in mind I had a plan that I needed to follow and execute Proper nutrition increased exercise stretching visualization and on court training followed by match game play When I say proper nutrition I m referring to keeping things simple and clean I replaced coffee with warm water and Celtic salt in the morning which by the way has 82 minerals This creates proper hydration that goes straight to your cells Next I skipped breakfast and had no food intake after 8 00 p m Increased exercise and stretching throughout the day were definitely another important element to my success at Nationals On this note I must say without the help of Lorie Forwell Fowler Kennedy Sport Medicine Physiotherapist I would not be able to do what I did for the entire week that Nationals ran My time management between daily Club duties was also a priority That being said anything is possible once you put your mind to it and follow through You just need that spark that will fuel your motivation then you will find a way to reach your goals while taking care of your responsibilities From there I knew I had to play matches and tournaments prior to Nationals You can practice and train as much as you want but if you don t have tournament experience you will not optimize your abilities to play your best because your mind will be in the way The one thing that you have control over is your mind and the thoughts that occupy it You must become a gate keeper and constantly guard your thoughts as they become your actions Subconsciously you might not be aware but trust me when you are up 5 2 in the first set against a first seed and you are trying to close the set the only real battle you are having is the one within yourself Finding a way to quiet the mind and move out of your way is the only way to get in a zone This is when you play at your optimum best when you are not thinking about anything you are just playing But before you get into that kind of state you must do the groundwork There is no one that can help you on the court you have to figure out things by yourself Bring your awareness to a time when you played your best tennis then trust your game and your ability to do what needs to be done This is one of the things that worked for me throughout the week of Nationals As they say you have to see it in your mind first before you have it in your hand I would like to add that I am very thankful for Club s support especially Jon Nusink and our Racquets Committee for letting me represent Hunt Club at Nationals in Montreal and paving a way for me to represent Canada at next year s World Championships in Tokyo Japan 24 FALL 2023

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Faces in the Club ANDREW RUSS ASSOCIATE GOLF PROFESSIONAL Bio I ve always been surrounded by the game of golf Growing up my father was an avid golfer and from an early age I was intrigued and interested in picking it up I joined as a junior member at Trafalgar Golf Country Club and the rest is history Spending day after day at the golf club and working on my game it quickly became a passion of mine I knew early on that I wanted to find a career in golf I enrolled in the Bachelor of Business Golf Management program at Georgian College and joined the PGA Of Canada after I graduated After a 2 month trip to Thailand following my graduation my wife Madi and I decided to move to London Ontario I began working at the club in the spring of 2020 and it was one of the best decisions I ve ever made Future Goals My future goal is to be a Head Golf Professional There are so many aspects of the industry that I love however running an operation of a golf club has to be my favourite part The customer service the organizing and managing staff are a few of my day to day tasks that I enjoy I love the game of golf and I always enjoy playing however on my days off I like to get away from the game I enjoy finding new things to do with my wife and spending time with family Favourite Thing About the Club I say this to a lot of people My favourite part of the Club is how welcoming our membership is When I joined in 2020 I was rather nervous However the membership and staff were quick to welcome me with open arms However my everyday goal is to be the best Golf Professional I can be I strive to give the best customer service to our membership make everyone feel welcome and enjoy my time with our wonderful staff My personal goals are to be the best husband I can be to my wife Madi and the best cat dad to my boys Louie and Winston Hobbies When I m not at the Club I love spending some time around the city of London Trying new restaurants and patios finding different hiking trails and going to concerts are a few of my favourite things to do The people here are amazing To be able to spend everyday with the membership and staff has been a blessing to me I ve created relationships and friendships with so many people and I will never take that for granted I love London and I love the London Hunt and Country Club It will always have a special place in my heart it also helps with the golf course being my favourite in Ontario It has been a pleasure to be here the past four seasons and I look forward to many more 26 FALL 2023

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September Events Women s Doubles Intercommunity Pickleball Competition I September 8 An opportunity to play pickleball against other doubles teams from outside of the Hunt Club Couples Social 9 Hole Golf Event I September 8 An evening of 9 holes of golf complimented with Spanish themed food and beverage Pickleball Club C s I September 8 10 A weekend of championship pickleball play Women s Captain s Closing I September 21 Toast the end of another golf season with golf and dinner with your fellow golfers Men s Women s and Juniors Doubles Club Championships I September 22 24 Three days of tennis to crown the 2023 men s women s and Junior doubles champions Firearms Course I September 25 All day course taught by Brian Jewell including continental breakfast and lunch Men s Golf Member Guest I September 14 and 15 An evening of cocktails and betting followed by a day of golf and camaraderie with your guest Ladies Bridge Opening Lunch I September 27 A special lunch to kick off the start of a new season Singles and Mixed Doubles Club Championships I September 15 17 Three days of tennis to crown the 2023 singles and mixed doubles champions Men s Captain s Closing I September 29 30 Toast the end of another golf season with golf and dinner with your fellow golfers Intermediate Tennis Event I September 20 An evening of tennis for members age 19 39 only 27 FALL 2023

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October Events Couples Social 9 Hole Oktoberfest Golf Event I October 1 An afternoon of 9 holes of golf complimented with Oktoberfest themed food and beverage PA Day Camp I October 6 Register your Juniors for a day of cooking crafts and activities at the Club Thanksgiving Brunch I October 8 A traditional turkey dinner with all the trimmings served buffet style Tennis Closing Dinner I October 13 An evening to toast the end of another successful season with fellow tennis enthusiasts Children s Halloween Brunch I October 29 A spooktacular brunch and afternoon of costumes magic and treats for our Junior members Brunch and Buffet Events Friday Night Buffet Dates September 22 Asian Inspired Buffet October 20 International Chefs Day Chefs Favourites Buffet November 24 French Inspired Buffet December 8 Festival Winter Buffet Sunday Brunch Dates September 17 Regular Brunch Buffet Sunday October 8 Traditional Thanksgiving Brunch Buffet November 19 Regular Brunch Buffet December 17 Santa Brunch 28 FALL 2023

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November Events Hunt Club Fitness Dance Event I November 3 Enjoy an evening of cardio dancing to your favourite Billboard hits and more Hole In One Reception I November 9 Celebrating members who joined the Aces Club in 2023 PA Day Camp I November 17 Register your Juniors for a day of cooking crafts and activities at the Club Holiday Events Men s Christmas Party I December 6 The ultimate night out with the boys at the Club this season Women s Christmas Party I December 7 It s girls night out and the perfect opportunity to celebrate the season Children s Christmas Party I December 17 Celebrate the season with Santa at this year s Children s Christmas Brunch Hunt Club Family Christmas I December 23 Christmas traditions tend to focus on food and family which means a Christmas feast is what encompasses the holiday for many Enjoy an evening of food and family to the sounds of the holidays 29 FALL 2023

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