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Board of Directors BOARD OF DIRECTORS Peter Channer President Lynne Leitch First Vice President John Sliskovic Second Vice President CONTENTS SPRING 2020 9 MENU THEORY John Vander Hoeven Past President Debra Bryant Dieter Bruckschwaiger David Moore Beth Nelligan Frank Longo Britta Jones Jeff Petrie MANAGEMENT TEAM Jon Nusink CCM CCE Chief Operating Officer Tim McKeiver PGA of Canada 13 Golf Professional SPRING TUNE UPS Jayson Griffiths Golf Course Superintendent Adam Baranowski Director of Tennis ALSO IN THIS ISSUE Tracey Machesney CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER S REPORT 03 11 Fitness Manager Ben Eng PLANT BASED AND ALTERNATIVE OPTIONS House Department Supervisor Mitch Bukata Facilities Maintenance Lead Chris Carnegie Director of Food and Beverage Monica Mick CPA CA GROUNDS REPORT 15 A GAME OF TENNIS Michael Stark Executive Chef PRESIDENT S MESSAGE 07 19 18 TRAP AND SKEET REPORT 21 LET S STRETCH EVENT CALENDAR 22 JUST FOR JUNIORS 25 Director of Finance and Administration Brandie Cooper Membership and Communications Manager 2 On the cover Hamda and Elliot de Lange say I do at the Club on Saturday July 13 2019 SPRING 2020

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Recognizing a Great Past Jon Nusink GM COO jnusink londonhuntclub com The 2020 golf season will be a special one for Tim McKeiver who after 26 years as the Club s 8th golf pro will be retiring at the end of the 2020 season Tim started at the Club in January 1995 after being Head Pro at Oshawa Golf Club and Associate Pro at The National before that During his tenure at the London Hunt he worked with 3 Superintendents and 4 General Managers He also assisted in hosting 2 Canadian Women s Opens and the Canadian Men s Amateur When asked what brought Tim to the game of golf he told me that his first love prior to golf was soccer However aspirations of a pro career ended with an injury at age 12 The local golf course Herne Bay in Kent England had somewhat of a junior program Nothing like the junior programs are today more of a hangout for young kids to exert their energy on the golf course instead of on the street He also became a caddy at the course He tells me his family didn t have the means to get him involved in the game but through the generous support of a gentleman member he was given a set of clubs The head pro there also took a kind interest in him and taught him how to properly play He quickly fell in love with the game and ended up devoting his professional life to it Subsequently the entire McKeiver family are great golfers Not surprisingly Tim is going to continue to focus on golf He will be the Canadian and Eastern US seaboard rep for ibt travel which specializes in planning high end golf trips around the world at some of the best and historic golf courses there are He also looks forward to playing golf with the many friends he has made at the Club When asked what golf means to him his answer had nothing to do about sport He said it was a great way to meet people and build relationships It is an activity that can create a community Tim has been a mentor to a number of golfers and he worked with and helped shape a number of aspiring golf pros many of whom went on to become Head Pros at other Clubs including Bob Dulong Jake Norris Dennis Randel Jeff Sutherland Mike Gillan Jeff Mills and last but not least Chris Lawson Which brings us to next part of this story Tim s pending retirement prompted the Board of Directors and I to think about the evolution of the Golf Pro Shop The Club s golf shop retail operation has been owned and operated by the Club s Golf Professional This was the traditional standard practice at private clubs around the world More often than not it was a small shop in which the Pro could help fit you into a new set of clubs do some regripping provide you balls and tees for your round and stock a supply of golf shirts and paraphernalia Over the years shops grew into respectably sized retail operations and soon were forced to compete with big box golf supply retailers as they came into the market The landscape further changed several decades ago as Clubs began taking over the inventory risk and the revenues from the Club s shop Today some reports claim that up to 80 of private club pro shops are owned by the Club with the Head Pro as an employee At the Board s request I analysed the financial and operational implications of changing the structure of the Club s Shop After a thorough consideration of this issue the Board concluded that beginning in January 2021 our Golf Shop will be under the ownership of the Club and we will assume the risks and benefits of this With this change the golf services and professional staff will also be direct employees of the Club rather than employees of a third party and job specifications were developed for the new role of the Director of Golf 3 SPRING 2020

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And a Promising Future Jon Nusink GM COO jnusink londonhuntclub com Earlier in 2019 the Board commissioned an ad hoc committee to recommend a succession plan to the Board Norm Puhl was selected to Chair the Committee The other members of the Committee were Don Bartlett and Bruce Barran current and incoming Golf Captains Anne Toal and Nancy Gee Current and Previous Golf Captains Lynne Leitch as the Board Representative and me as Recording Secretary The Committee s mandate was to bring a recommendation to the Board to either promote from within or test the market for a suitable successor to fill the large shoes of Tim McKeiver The Committee conducted a robust vetting process of Chris Lawson in relation to the duties and responsibilities of the new Director of Golf position At the conclusion of its work the Committee unanimously recommended to the Board that Chris Lawson be given the opportunity to become the Club s new Director of Golf beginning in January 2021 I am pleased to report that the Board accepted that recommendation and I look forward to working with Chris in this new role Chris began his career at the Club in June 1996 working in the backshop By 1999 Tim put him in charge of this service The following summer he moved upstairs into the Pro Shop and in 2002 under Tim s apprenticeship decided to pursue a career as a golf professional In August 2003 he passed his playability test and in April 2006 he passed his Class A Associate exam the youngest to achieve that accomplishment at that time in Canada Also in 2006 he graduated with a degree in Business Administration and Marketing In 2007 he was appointed to the position of 1st Associate In the fall of 2012 he received a nomination from the PGA of Ontario for Professional of the Year and in 2019 was a finalist for the PGA of Ontario Class A Professional of the Year and earned an offer to join the PGA of Ontario Competition Committee The Club has much to celebrate We look forward to celebrating Tim s accomplishments later this year We also look forward to Chris taking over the next chapter of our golf operations in 2021 4 SPRING 2020

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It is hard to believe that we are about to launch the 2020 season 2019 turned out to be a great year with a number of new Member families the addition of massage therapy services and the renovation of the Trap and Skeet Chalet As we look forward to this season much of the discussion at the Club will be about the Golf Course Master Plan and the Member Dining renovation plans that are to be considered At the time of print we will have received comprehensive pricing to pair with Hurdzan Golf s recommended plan for course improvements This information will be studied by the Golf Course Master Plan Ad Hoc Committee and the Finance and Audit Committee and ultimately a recommendation will go to the Board for consideration The next step will be a presentation to the Membership and a vote on the project in the late spring to early summer with potential construction beginning in the fall of 2021 Another piece of our long term capital plan currently in the works is potential improvements to our Member experience through updates to the Member dining areas particularly the Grill Room Mixed Lounge and Glenmore The Clubhouse Committee has been working for over a year now with a MackayWong restaurant designer to develop a plan for this space which include a more private up scale restaurant in the Glenmore an island bar in the casual area and better use of our fantastic views Once a plan is decided on it will be sent through the Finance and Audit Committee and then the Board to determine if these two major and exciting projects can move forward and to what degree Since the last issue of Club Life Magazine we have welcomed the following Member families Dave Simpson and Diana Inculet are new Resident Shareholder Members Dave teaches at the Ivey School of Business and Diana is a retired Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Engineering They were proposed by Bob Siskind and seconded by John Nash Robert McCaig and Louise Gaudet are new Resident Shareholder Members Robert is a newly retired brewer who was most recently Chief Brewer Europe with Asahi Breweries returning to Canada from Prague Czech They were proposed by Sandi Eansor and seconded by Glenn Jones David Spinney is a new Resident Shareholder Member who joins with his 8 year old son Marco David is Wealth Manager Investment Advisor with Autus Inc and graduate of UWO where he wrestled and remains very involved in the sport He was proposed by Don Hughes and seconded by David Rounthwaite Matthew Baker and Hayley Finn are new Intermediate 25 29 Members Matthew is a CPA with Davis Martindale LLP and Hayley is a secondary school teacher They were proposed by Bill Duffield and seconded by Bruce Barran Please join me in welcoming these new Members to our family and a special thank you to the sponsors for introducing them If you would like to discuss the prospects of Membership and need information please don t hesitate to contact me It is a fine balance of finding good people to bring into our Club and making it as easy as possible for our Members to introduce new Members It is also the single most important way to keep our Club healthy and vibrant so please consider sponsoring someone before the golf season starts so we can help them put a tee in the ground come spring We will be extending our group incentive for another month which affords a group of 3 or more Resident Shareholder families to enjoy a 5000 reduction of their entrance fees and allows groups of friends to integrate into the Club together This offer is great for the regular foursome who play at another course but have always wanted to make the switch We currently only have 9 spots open for Membership for this season so the time to introduce your friends is now 5 SPRING 2020

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Each year the Board renews the Club s Strategic Plan to adjust focus and determine if anything has changed over the last year that would impact the Club The 2020 Strategic Plan is currently available on the Member s website at Members Home Resources Under this link you can also find the results of the 2019 Member Satisfaction Survey Thank you to the 646 Members who took the time to answer the questions on the survey This response rate indicates a significant sample size and a strong indicator of the attitudes of the Membership This data is a very useful tool for the Board and Management to use when developing the Strategic Plan and helps direct efforts throughout the year to continue to provide a superior Member experience Overall the results were very positive with 91 of Members indicating that the Club is meeting their expectations on an overall basis which falls at the high end of the benchmark range and is a year over year increase Most aspects of the Club come in at the high end or above the benchmark range with exception to the golf course bunkers which will be addressed in the golf course master plan The survey also shows that Member dining exhibits some minor room for improvement which will be a major focus in the coming months I am happy to report that Member dining increased by 32 in January compared to last year which is a good start but the Food and Beverage team will be giving its best efforts to keep menus fresh and exciting with consistent and quality food offerings One area that we have been focussing on the last 5 years is the method of communication with Members and the survey results show that 98 of Members believe the Club communicates effectively which our consultant tells us is the highest they have seen The complete results as well as an Executive Summary can be found in the report at Members Home Resources It won t be long before the snow is gone and the green course and tennis courts come back to life Safe travels to all the snow birds preparing to come home and welcome back to the Club it s going to be a great year Club Social Table Introducing the Club Social Table Are you single or a couple looking to join other Members in a social atmosphere For future Club events we will put together a table for just this purpose Just indicate your desire to join this table when making your reservation We look forward to seeing your there 6 SPRING 2020

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Board of Directors PRESIDENT S MESSAGE Peter Channer peter channers com As I compose this article the snow blankets the grounds of our London Hunt and Country Club but in a mere six weeks or less the same grounds will have Members enjoying their favourite summer sports The water continues to recede on the tenth and eleventh fairways But if you re missing the course and need a winter pick me up visit the Club s YouTube channel for the most recent Drone Tour of our fabulous golf course produced by Matt Kipping from the Grounds Crew It is breath taking One of my favourite events of the year was another grand success in 2019 The Children s Christmas Party hosted and entertained more than 80 families and over 620 people for a fabulous brunch The staff as usual were wonderful and energetic The children were eager to interact with all the activities provided for them and thoroughly enjoyed their day Special thanks to all the staff including Ginny Leyten Chris Carnegie Chef Michael Stark and of course Santa for another outstanding event The financial condition of the Club continues to be strong The year closed out with a high level of special event activity in November and December The financial health of the Club depends on maintaining a full and engaged Membership The Club continued to attract new Members in 2019 however Membership levels in the Resident Shareholder category dipped below target In January there is also always some movement between Membership categories and with some attrition for a variety of reasons thus there are some openings for new Resident Members We have found that our best recruiters are you our Members who have had the privilege to enjoy 7 all our Club has to offer first hand Please contact Jon Nusink or Brandie Cooper for information including the Group Incentive now available The financial results of 2019 permitted a further cash restriction of 750 000 bringing the accumulated funds to 3 000 000 as we plan for future capital projects The Golf Course Master Plan is now in the pricing stage Chair Doug MacKenzie and his Ad Hoc Committee are anxiously awaiting the numbers so they can move forward to finalize the plans to take to the Membership for a vote later this spring The first phase could be scheduled to proceed in September 2021 Another exciting capital project in the works is the proposed renovations to Member dining areas The Clubhouse Committee have been working with Mackay Wong Restaurant Design out of Toronto to develop a face lift for this well used area The first draft of pricing has come back for review and the Committee along with the Finance and Audit Committee and Board will determine next steps in assessing and communicating this proposal to the Membership I have seen the most recent sketch and was very impressed with the differences including an updated Glenmore replacing the existing bar with a sit around island bar and joining the Terrace Lounge to the Grill Room The Board and Clubhouse Committee will continue to assess the plans and will send updates as they become available SPRING 2020

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The Channer family photographed at the Children s Christmas Party Sadly after 134 years the sport of hunting at the Club has ended The London Hunt Kennels Ltd have ceased operations and are commencing in winding up their business affairs The land has been sold and closed February 28 2020 The Club holds a mortgage that will be repaid in full and holds approximately 35 of the corporation s shares making it entitled to such percentage of monies on wind up if there are any residual proceeds We will celebrate and permanently recognize the significance that the Hunt has had on the formation and history of the London Hunt and Country Club at a later date this year I would personally like to extend my congratulations to Chris Lawson on his appointment to Director of Golf Golf Professional succeeding Tim McKeiver upon his retirement at the end of this current year Thanks to the Chair Norm Puhl and his Ad Hoc Committee for your thorough and professional process concluding in your recommendation of Chris This will be my last Club Life article as your President I would like to recognize the Management team for their continued support and all the staff in the Administration Office for their help and support this past year It has been a privilege and an honour to have served as President and Chair of the Board of the London Hunt and Country Club Yours respectfully Peter Channer Club President The Annual General Meeting of the Club will be Wednesday April 22 2020 and I would encourage all to attend We are going to introduce a roster of great nominees for committee Chairpersons as well as new Directors for the Board Special thanks to the Nominating Committee for all their efforts compiling this group It s more than encouraging to see over 120 Members sitting on these committees Another date to note in your calendar is the Opening Cocktail Party Saturday May 9 2020 This evening is totally organized by the Clubhouse Staff including the theme menus music etc 8 SPRING 2020

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Menu Theory Michael Stark Executive Chef mstark londonhuntclub com Planning a menu is complicated in a Club atmosphere While other restaurants follow a particular theme the Club s kitchen is tasked with being everything to everyone Some Members prefer a steak house and others a bistro while some are looking for a high end eatery or quick casual lunch It is the task of the Culinary Team to navigate these wants and needs and develop a menu that offers something for everyone Developing the menus at the London Hunt and Country Club is a team effort It includes working closely with not just the cooks but also the front of the house team We as a team consider the demographics of the Club and their wants and needs first then availability of quality product and lastly cost The menu is then designed into a clean yet engaging menu Drafts of the menu are circulated to the Food and Beverage team and dishes prepared tested and often used as weekly features to get Member feedback until the finished product is finalized At the same time the menu is taught to the Chefs and Servers so both are knowledgeable about the products and their creation Anthony Varricchio Food Service Manager then tests Server knowledge for the next two weeks to ensure his staff know the product Bret Ridgeway Glenmore Sous Chef will do the same with the Chefs sampling their plates to ensure they are able to properly execute the dishes Five weeks prior to launching a new menu the team begins conversations discussing current trends and brainstorming ideas which result in a draft menu that is circulated amongst the department for consideration Adjustments are made until the team is satisfied with a finished first draft Next the menu launches This in itself is an exhausting process Several days before launch the products are ordered to try to mitigate short ships Unfortunately despite our best efforts and being ensured a products availability the week of the launch it may not be available for a host of reasons So we adjust the menu again Once the products arrive we begin prep for the menu which is generally two days prior to launch The day of the launch dishes are assembled and staff do a final review the menu It goes live at 5 00 p m and a few days later the entire process begins again while one menu is being served the next is already in production Next the Chef contacts suppliers to ensure that a steady flow of the products required for the menu are available During this stage the Chefs will sample products and experiment with alternative ingredients sometimes making adjustments to the menu Based on the adjustments a playbook is created which lists all recipes including amounts and specifications for the ingredients and preparations of all dishes The playbook is used by all cooks to create the dishes ensuring standardization of the product and procedure Even with the playbook there will always be slight variations of a dish as we are a from scratch kitchen and the tomato for example purchased last week is not the same day to day It is also during this time that the menu is priced Ingredients are broken down into ounces and milliliters and waste ratios are developed and accounted for This process can lead to additional menu revisions to keep costs in check This happens three weeks from the menu launch date 9 Each year a new Glenmore Menu will be introduced six times and the larger Oxford Room Menu will be revamped four times Each week are also six features including cut pasta sandwich pizza and omelette If you order one of these and enjoy it let your Server know it might just make it on to the next menu On behalf of the Culinary Team here at the Club I hope you enjoy the menus and balance we strive for in offering Hunt Club favourites as well as exciting limited time dishes See you at the Club SPRING 2020

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Plant Based and Alternative Options Chris Carnegie Director of Food and Beverage ccarnegie londonhuntclub com As we enter the year 2020 culinary professionals in all facets have become aware of two trends they consciously reference when creating menus plant based food options and alternative diets Society has become increasingly aware of what they eat with the goal of a healthy lifestyle and weight loss Diets once considered alternative such as gluten free dairy free vegan vegetarian Keto etc have become mainstream Many Chefs in the industry now know that having just one or two of these options on their menu is not enough As time goes on hemp and oat milks along side nut based and dairy free cheeses will increasingly make their way onto menus across the globe Perhaps the biggest of these two trends is the emergence of plant based foods A plant based diet is any diet that focuses around foods derived from plant sources This can include fruit vegetables grains pulses legumes nuts and meat substitutes such as soy products The process for creating dishes has historically followed the traditional French method of protein first These traditional dish construction guidelines are out the window for plant based menus and the result is a new and exciting no rules style of cooking that explores different types of cuisines bold flavours and an emphasis on textures It also presents new challenges based on dietary needs within dishes something often overlooked in the French style As this trend has gained more and more momentum it has become clear to us that it is here to stay With that we have identified an area of improvement which has resulted in our healthy and plant based food selection and have decided to include an entire section devoted to it on our upcoming menu DA L L E N T I L C U R RY Lentil curry with charred cauliflower steak spinach crispy chickpeas cashew cheese house made puffed flatbread THE P L A N T BA S E D P O WE R B O WL Shredded kale tossed with a tangerine vinaigrette quinoa crispy chickpeas avocado blueberries sundried cranberries cashews cherry tomatoes cucumber and a crisp seed and grain tuile CR IS P Y T E M P E H U D O N B O WL Crispy tempeh glazed with a hoisin peanut sauce with udon noodles mixed Asian vegetables served with a miso broth served with a side of sambal olec fresh bean sprouts and lime wedges HA LL O U MI A N D FA L A F E L B O WL Grilled Halloumi cheese pomegranate salsa and house made falafel with marinated eggplant cucumber and carrot chips with a tahini cumin yogurt dressing P LAN T B U R G E R Beyond Burger patty served on a whole wheat bun with lettuce tomato pickles red onion and a sweet cherry tomato relish Be sure to follow huntclubfoodandrink on Instagram to stay up to date on all of our food and beverage offerings ranging from daily specials to new dishes cocktails to events and more 12 SPRING 2020

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Spring Tune Ups Tim McKeiver Head Golf Professional tmckeiver londonhuntclub com The days are finally getting longer and the sun warmer It s really happening Winter is on its last legs and to my fellow golfer s it s time to rejoice the season is about to begin As our Grounds Crew prepare for Opening Day at the Club there is work to be done to get your game ready for the new season Here are 8 tips to get golf ready this spring GE T I N G O L F G A ME SH A P E With any luck you ve stayed trim and fit this winter If you haven t don t fret there s still time The easiest thing is to get out and walk If you are a gym goer check out the Golf Channel website for some great golf relented fitness tips GE T F I T T E D If you are looking for new clubs make sure you are fit correctly All of our Golf Professionals are expert fitters and are trained to analyze your swing characteristics to help match you with clubs that best fit your game RE G R I P Y O U R C L U B S If new clubs are not in your plans this year make sure your grips are not worn or slippery Our Professional staff will help with the correct choice of grip for your game HIT T H E B O O K S 2019 was the year of the rules change In 2020 golfs governing bodies have launched The World Handicapping System From Canada to Europe New Zealand to China we will all be playing by the same handicapping rules The best resources to reeducate yourself are the U S G A Golf Canada and or The R A websites P LAN Y O U R S E A SO N We at the London Hunt and Country Club have the benefit of exceptional reciprocal clubs Plan early to visit Mississauga Lambton Essex or Crag Burn all of which are within an easy drive of London If you are planning a trip to other parts of Canada we have reciprocal clubs in most major cities A full list of reciprocal clubs are on the Club website GE T C O MP E T I T IV E Weather you are a scratch golfer or a higher handicap player the game can be so much more fun with a little competition Join one of our leagues there is something for every level and every Members needs Women s 9 and 18 Hole Leagues play each Tuesday staring May 12 Sunset Skirts starts Thursday May 14 Senior Men s League play Thursday s beginning May 7 and Men s League is every Wednesday starting May 13 All leagues are well attended and run throughout the season HIT T H E R A N G E Of course this sounds like an obvious tip for golfers getting ready for the season but it s easy to waste your time on the range You need a plan and to practice with a purpose Please see one of our Golf Professionals to discuss the best way to get results from your practice M A K E U S E O F T H E SH O RT C O U R SE AND SCORI NG CENTRE AREA We are blessed with arguably the finest short game practice facility in Canada Use this area 50 of your practice time this will help you master your scoring clubs and develop your short game We look forward to seeing you on the first tee or the driving range soon 13 SPRING 2020

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Grounds Report Jayson Griffiths Golf Course Superintendent jgriffiths londonhuntclub com While writing this spring newsletter I reference a historic golf club flow chart titled THE GOLF CLUB TREE We are fortunate at the London Hunt and Country Club metaphorically speaking to have grown developed strengthened and added many rings to our historic tree In fact this year 135 years strong A mighty Oak requires the foundational strength and life giving nourishment of deep fibrous roots Like a golf club a tree has many structural components that are essential for the tree to fully grow and flourish The many departments at the London Hunt and Country Club draw from the strength and support of our Membership Board of Directors President and General Manager while gaining tremendous satisfaction in providing the special experiences you have come to enjoy As steward and Keeper of the Green for your historic property I reflect on the past 8 seasons to not only remember the many learnings trials and successes but a means to strengthen adapt and elevate the golf course for future generations A picture chronology of past present and future may help to frame this message of observation Tragedy and the lessons of recovery have afforded opportunities to speak to many peers in Quebec Ohio and most recently Florida You may be curious as to the subject interestingly many have experienced these environmental trials over the decades since the golf club was constructed in 1959 The most recent Polar Vortex of 2014 not only delayed the playing of golf for 6 8 weeks but dramatically changed the risk assessment for many Clubs in the northeast In fact one can argue it was the catalyst to which the renaissance of modern golf course renovations began Hundreds of properties from Southern Ontario through Michigan Ohio and New York were affected by climate change The non linear events of weather similar to a stock market can t always be predicted Coupled with failing infrastructure poor growing environments and genetic factors beyond reasonable control golf clubs such as Winged Foot Inverness St Georges Merion Pinehurst Oak Hill and others discovered a limited risk tolerance to environmental resource and infrastructure exposure These properties have since addressed key fundamental factors to meet current and future climate change pressures The famous physicist Albert Einstein reportedly compared living successfully with riding a bicycle Life is like riding a bicycle To keep your balance you must keep moving 15 SPRING 2020

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This simile can be applied to all living things nature people and golf courses alike Much as the blowing dunes and sheep formed bury pits of Scottish Links to the ever evolving maintenance and architectural design of golf courses Over the centuries golf design has been profoundly shaped and impacted by socio economic pressures technological advancements climate change and environmental consciousness What will the future bring Golf has been active with respect to turfgrass research and development for over 100 years The USGA Green Section in addition to many land grant universities in the United States have invested countless resources in the study of agronomic disciplines required for optimum plant growth Key plant genetics better adapted to climate and pest pressures have been developed along with soil and water science resources The need to steward these valuable green spaces for present and future generations is paramount as sustainability with limited resources will be the model for future success Modern irrigation infrastructure allows for smart sprinklers to individually communicate real time soil moisture requirements remotely to computer based platforms Hydro blocking a term referencing the geometric sub divide of irrigated areas allows for precision irrigation based upon ground detected soil texture and moisture requirements relative to current weather GPS enabled equipment including drone technologies are now following the proven footsteps of complex agricultural systems Efficiencies of inputs and resources will be the future of land managed resources The ability of technology coupled with artificial intelligence smart computers and data metrics can only be realized once fundamental growing environments coupled with modern reliable infrastructure are in place Golf is a sport appealing to a broader range of participants than ever before The importance of family and generational cross participation is significant in the sustainability of this great game albeit requiring the wisdom of those who have gone before and those who are peddling into the future The Renaissance of modern golf requires balance Knowledge is learned wisdom is experienced Dr Michael and Dr Chris Hurdzan provide this trusted hand It is this steady historical perspective and leadership balanced with a Member focused Member supported Master Plan that excites the future To this end the ability to improve turfgrass canopy light increase soil oxygen through annual deep tine aeration and sanding events in addition to drainage enhancements has proven pivotal to providing an ever improving and reliable playing surface for Member enjoyment We at the Grounds Department greatly appreciate the investment and commitment extended to us by our Membership in order to complete these very crucial tasks With your support and the co operation of favorable spring weather the entire Grounds Team look to preparing the setting for an exciting 2020 golfing season 16 SPRING 2020

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A Game of Tennis Adam Baranowski Director of Tennis abaranowski londonhuntclub com What is it about this game that makes you want to come out day after day and play tennis There are many factors involved in answering this simple yet complex question so I will do my best to explain this phenomenon in just few paragraphs First you must understand that everyone is unique Thus each of us have different needs S OC I A L T E N N IS It s exactly as it says Courts are routinely booked like clockwork each and every week for the entire summer A group of players come out and play for couple of hours After coming off the courts they will have either popcorn and beer or a glass of wine depending on who comes through the Chalet door A few hours will go by and you will still see them on the patio enjoying each others company These players are still somewhat competitive don t get me wrong but they would rather have a cold beverage or a glass of wine than argue if the ball they hit twenty minutes ago hit the line or not TRU N K S L A M M E R S These are the players that come to the Club for one purpose and one purpose only to play tennis Nothing more interests them other than getting on the court as fast as possible and leaving the courts and premises equally as fast These kinds of players see nothing except the tennis court They wait at the edge ready to jump on as soon as the opportunity arises When finished playing they navigate through traffic in such a way as to get to the car as quickly and as pain free as possible M AV E RI C K S These are the most competitive of the bunch They come to the Club half an hour before just so they can unwind from the 15 minute car ride stretch and warm up before walking on to the court At this point it s all business There is no time for small talk the conversation is all about tennis who they recently beat and so on Walking on to the court they carry two towels each and a racquet bag that you could fit at least ten racquets two pairs of shoes a couple of shoe laces in case they break a twelve pack Tourna grip and of course an entire wardrobe in case there is a third set At this point you might be wondering why do they need two towels each if they are only playing singles Well they do what Nadal does He places one towel on each side of the court so he can wipe off the sweat after each point without wasting any precious time When on the court it s a quick 15 minute warm up and they usually play a set or two possibly three if time allows A tug of war begins and every ball counts as if their life depends on it I can usually feel the energy in my office the game is that intense CA S U A L P L AY This group plays sporadically there is nothing set in stone when it comes to their game of tennis They are like enigmas sometimes they just pop up out of nowhere the day of to see if there is a court open There is nothing intense about this group They are so casual and laid back they forget sometimes they need a tennis racquet and shoes to play Before they would start playing half an hour on the court can go by sitting under the canopy just catching up about the latest mergers and acquisitions they made It seems time does not exist for them it s merely a concept In closing I hope you can see that the game of tennis is for everyone regardless of your skill set competition level and schedule it s a game that brings players of all ages and genders together So if you have a chance this spring come out and see what this wonderful game of tennis is all about 18 SPRING 2020

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Let s Stretch Tracey Machesney Fitness Manager tmachesney londonhuntclub com There was an article in the London Free Press a few months ago that triggered a lot of great conversation in the Fitness Centre The article titled Fitness Is Stretching a Waste of Time concentrated on the benefits or rather lack of of static stretching and although it contained some useful information there were also areas of indistinctness As such I ve decided to keep the conversation going by reaching out to our very own stretch expert Rui Saraiva Rui is the Club s Fascial Stretch Therapist Registered Massage Therapist and President and CEO of Stretch Heath Canada Inc Here s what he had to say Stretch your hamstrings We all remember the days in high school gym class when we were told how important it was to stretch before all physical activity right As new and better methods emerge in athletics this mantra can start to feel a bit dated The truth is stretching can be great But on its own can also be very limited This doesn t mean however that stretching is pointless and should be abolished altogether And just to be clear there are dozens of different types of stretching dynamic ballistic PNF etc but for the sake of this article we will focus on static end range type stretching We see new trends in the fitness industry faster than most As new methodology certainly has its merit we can t forget that older tools and methods were also groundbreaking at one point For example thirty years ago you would have never seen a foam roller stability ball or TRX suspension system in any commercial gym As these newer fancier tools became more mainstream we did not see commercial gyms tossing out every strength machine and treadmill The reason There s room for all of it in a complete fitness program it just depends on YOU and what you re looking to achieve We ve been told that stretching has plenty of positive benefits to the body but even world renown Physical Therapist Kelly Starrett states in his best selling book Becoming a Supple Leopard 2nd Edition that stretching doesn t work by itself And he s right The reason for this is simple mobility and movement are a complex interplay between multiple systems allowing your body brain and 19 neuromuscular system to learn how to recruit muscle fibres in the new range of motion you weren t able to previously achieve This is paramount for anyone wishing to see the long lasting effect of stretching Secondly stretching works great when combined with other mobility tools foam rollers lacrosse balls rolling pins etc The best analogy is a classic PlayDoh illustration We know what happens when we pull apart cold Play Doh it crumbles and breaks apart Warm up the Play Doh in your hands first then pull it apart and voila you ve essentially restored elasticity of a substance through friction and movement and your muscles work very similarly This is also why a good warm up routine doesn t consist of stretching alone but includes dynamic movement which helps prep and prime the nervous system for whatever activity or sport you re about to do In conclusion traditional end range type of static stretching is far from useless It is a catalyst that is meant to be used synergistically with other tools to improve overall mobility and flexibility These include dynamic movement and other soft tissue release tools like foam rollers balls etc Some things in life are perfectly fine on their own but some are meant to be paired with others for maximum effect like peanut butter and jam Stretching just happens to be one of those things Above all else the most important thing to remember is that no matter what you read in a newspaper article internet blog or magazine always be aware of click bait titles with the intention of doing one thing and one thing only capturing your attention regardless of the quality of the content This can be problematic and misleading to readers and I can t stress enough how important it is to take expert opinions with a grain of salt Make sure to ask questions like the authors intent and his her potential biases on the subject and do your own research when thinking of adopting a new approach in fitness For more tips tricks and everything stretch related consult your local stretch expert and mobility gurus SPRING 2020

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Trap and Skeet Report Andrew Johnson Trap and Skeet Committee Chair Andrew Johnson cushwakeswo com We continue to enjoy a very successful season at the Trap and Skeet Chalet and look forward to the spring weather along with the ramp up to our Club Championship season We would like to welcome all Members to come out and experience the facility Wednesdays from 3 00 p m to 8 00 p m and on Saturdays from 9 00 a m to 4 00 p m through to the end of April 2020 Over the holiday Michael Howe hosted our Annual Boxing Day Shoot comprised of 50 trap birds and 50 skeet birds We had a wonderful turnout and it was certainly enjoyed by all who attended Thank you to all the Members and guests who participated and congratulations to all the event winners TRA P W I N N E RS High Gun Chris Hawlik B Flight Greg Carr C Flight Brad Fiorino High Lady Karen Davies High Guest Jim Wood S K E E T W I NNERS High Gun Paul Needham B Flight Andrew Johnson C Flight Jim Mignault High Guest Vern Higgs In Memoriam Margrie Gunton Richard Ivey May 25 1924 November 20 2019 October 26 1925 December 28 2019 21 Frank O Connor May 9 1927 February 4 2020 SPRING 2020

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EV E N T S A T A GLA N CE MARCH K I D S EAT F R EE I Tuesdays in March Kids eat free at the Club in January February and March on Tuesdays One kids meal for each entr e purchased F R E E WINE C ORKAGE I Wednesdays and Thursdays in March Enjoy free corkage on Wednesdays and Thursdays in January February and March with the purchase of an entr e I March 7 View the recently renovated Trap Chalet and enjoy complimentary chili and hot apple cider T R A P C HALET OPEN HOUSE T R I VIA NIGHT I March 12 It s time to brush up on your trivia knowledge in the Oxford and put your skills to the test CH EES E C HEE SE CHEE SE I March 13 A one of a kind event for anyone who loves cheese wine and dining in general Enjoy a four course cheese inspired wine pairing menu ST PATR IC KS FEATURE I March 17 Everyone s a little bit Irish on St Patrick s Day so why not celebrate with Irish themed specials 22 I March 20 April 5 When you want a good meal to fill you up Italy is definitely the place to go T A ST E OF I T A L Y I N T ERM EDI A T E C H OP P ED I March 27 A night of cocktails competition camaraderie for Intermediate Members and M A RC H H OU RS OF OP ERA T I O N Food and Beverage Service Mondays Closed until April 13 Tuesdays Glenmore closed until April 14 Tuesday to Friday Begins at 11 00 a m Saturday and Sunday Begins at 9 00 a m Fitness Centre Mondays Closes at 3 00 p m Tuesday to Sunday 6 00 a m to 8 00 p m SPRING 2020

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EV E N T S A T A GLA N CE APRIL I April 4 A girls day out of traditional afternoon high tea and desserts H I GH TEA COU NT RY BR EA KFA ST I April 5 Enjoy a hearty breakfast with syrup made from trees on the property A perfect morning for the whole family I APRIL 10 Contact the Club to reserve a table to dine in or place an order for take out of this Club favourite G OOD F RID AY FI SH N CHI PS E A ST ER B RU NCH I APRIL 12 Gather with friends family and of course the Easter Bunny to savor a bountiful array of Easter brunch favourites followed by an egg hunt for the kids A N N UAL GENE RA L ME ETI NG I T RA P A N D SK EET C L OSI N G I April 25 16 yds A B Flight Junior and Women s Championships are shot Closing dinner and prizes in the evening I April 27 Players are divided into groups of four and results and standings are sent out weekly M EN S DOU BL ES OP EN ER I April 28 Players are divided into groups of four and results and standings are sent out weekly W OM EN S DOU BL ES OP EN ER M EN S L EA G U E DRA F T I April 29 Captain s assemble for the 2020 Men s League Draft W OM EN S DOU BL ES M ORN I N G OP EN ER I April 30 Players are divided into groups of four and results and standings are sent out weekly APRIL 22 I April 9 12 Watch the worlds best golfers while enjoying a traditional Masters Pimento Sandwich M AS TERS F EATURE 23 SPRING 2020

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EV E N T S A T A GLA N CE MAY T E NNIS O PENI NG COCKTAI L PARTY I May 1 A great opportunity to get together with fellow tennis enthusiasts and learn more about the various leagues and programs I May 2 Mark your calendar for the first Golf Demo Day of the season G O L F DEM O DAY CI NC O D E MA YO I May 5 Mexican food is welcome any time of year But on May 5 otherwise known as Cinco de Mayo it s pretty much a necessity W OMEN S G OLF OPE N I N G DA Y Sign up in the Pro Shop M E N S OPENING DA Y Sign up in the Pro Shop T A YLOR M ADE FI T DA Y I I May 5 May 6 I May 9 Demo the latest products and technology from TaylorMade J U NIOR G OL F OPE N I N G EVE N T I May 9 Start the season with on course play followed by a barbecue O P ENING C O CKTA I L RE CEPTI ON I May 9 Enjoy cocktails food stations and entertainment at the Opening Cocktail Reception 24 I May 10 Treat Mom to a fabulous buffet that is sure to include all her favourites M OT H ER S DA Y BRU N C H I M EN S L EA G U E ST A RT S Sign up in the Pro Shop SU N SET SK I RT S ST A RT S Sign up in the Pro Shop I May 13 May 14 I May 15 Demo the latest products and technology from Ping P I N G F I T DA Y I May 16 A morning of organized group games and activities followed by a complimentary barbecue lunch for Junior participants JU N I OR T EN N I S F A I R EC C O SH OE DA Y I May 16 Preview the latest styles from Ecco F RI DA Y N I G H T DOU BL ES M I XER I May 22 An evening of doubles tennis followed by cocktails and casual fare SM A L L M A N QU A L I F I ER I May 23 Contact the Pro Shop for additional information I May 28 View the latest ladies pant short and skort styles SW I N G C ON T ROL T RU N K SH OW SPRING 2020

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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 AW IRE E L E M SO ND A Q What do you call a big Irish spider A Paddy long legs It is the Europe s second largest island after Great Britain About 15 000 years ago Ireland was completely covered by thick glaciers Archaeologists think the first people to settle in Ireland arrived around 6000 B C By 3500 B C In the ninth century A D Viking invaders began raids into Ireland They established settlements that later became some of the country s main cities including the capital Dublin In 1948 most of Ireland became an independent country while six counties in the northeastremained a British territory FAMOUS PATRICK S WHO IS YOUR FAVOURITE WHO WAS ST PATRICK Saint Patrick is the patron saint of Ireland and Nigeria He was born in a village in Roman Britain When he was 16 years old he was captured by Irish pirates from his home in Britain and taken to Ireland bringing Christianity with him There are no snakes in Ireland but there is a legend that at the time of Saint Patrick there were lots of snakes and he chased them all into the Irish Sea He is celebrated yearly on March 17 which is believed to be the day he died

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CANADA S HISTORY WITH IRELAND AMELIA EARHART Canada has lots of awesome connections to Ireland including pilot Amelia Earhart American born Earhart earned an international pilot s license at the age of 26 in 1923 becoming one of only 16 women in the world to have one In 1932 Earhart took off from Newfoundland Canada Fifteen hours later she landed in a cow pasture in Northern Ireland and became the first woman to fly by herself across the Atlantic Ocean If you found a leprechaun what would your three wishes be A leprechaun is a type of fairy in Irish folklore They are usually depicted as little bearded men wearing a coat and hat who partake in mischief They are solitary creatures who spend their time making and mending shoes and have a hidden pot of gold at the end of the rainbow If captured by a human they often grant three wishes in exchange for their freedom

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