The weather moved the dinner inside but there was ample room for all the people and all the delicious food.
May 15, 2008
May 13, 2008
BUNDLED UP 18 HOLERS
The day began with temps in the high 30's, but warmer weather was forecast, the sun was out, and winds were far calmer than the 70MPH of several nights ago. The game was low putts, and these gals came to play! In just a couple of more weeks, a lot more of our 87 members will be on the mountain.
If you are a BMC member with a yearly beginning handicap Index of 37.1, please call our President, Joan Wichman at 387-3656 for information about our group. Join the fun on Tuesday mornings. You must arrive by 8:30 and we tee off promptly at 9:00.
Nancy
May 07, 2008
John Carrin, Golf Pro,made a beautiful bench for the BMC Pro Shop
Because the Pro Shop has been completely redecorated, John made this special bench for the dressing room. What is really interesting is that he made it from Wormy Chestnut wood from one of his old barns. He also made a Wormy Chestnut frame on a mirror.
Stop in to see his excellent workmanship, because he has some extra wood and might be willing to make something for you.
Nancy
WHERE ARE THE PICTURES OF THE 18 HOLERS?
An interesting thing happened between taking the pictures and putting them in the computer. I dropped my XD Picture Card on our Den carpet, and neither our computer or cameras would recognize the card. My husband, Jim, reformatted the card. All the pictures were lost. Sorry! If this happens to you, call Jim.
Nancy
P.S. This has never happened before. I guess the 18 holers are just lucky.
Nancy
P.S. This has never happened before. I guess the 18 holers are just lucky.
May 01, 2008
It's Official - The Course is Open for the Season
May 1, 2008
A great little nook for trying on shoes or catching up on the games.
The pro shop was put together and ready for business this morning. Yes, that's Dan... ready to ring up the next sale.
The new merchandise is a kaleidoscope of colors.
Ladies, get ready for the new styles this year...they're grrrreat!
Although I missed the foursome that teed off at #10, the view shows what a great day it was today. High 50s with little breeze, the weather cooperated nicely for opening day.
...and the rest of the carts await your arrival. Come on up and join the fun!
A great little nook for trying on shoes or catching up on the games.
The pro shop was put together and ready for business this morning. Yes, that's Dan... ready to ring up the next sale.
The new merchandise is a kaleidoscope of colors.
Ladies, get ready for the new styles this year...they're grrrreat!
Although I missed the foursome that teed off at #10, the view shows what a great day it was today. High 50s with little breeze, the weather cooperated nicely for opening day.
...and the rest of the carts await your arrival. Come on up and join the fun!
April 26, 2008
Golf Update
April 26, 2008
Every day now you can see so many changes in the pro shop, cart barn and surrounding area, as shown in these pictures:
The carpet, paint and new counter has really made a difference in appearance. Soon it will look like a first class pro shop.
Next week all of these boxes will be unloaded and up on shelves and racks.
Now there is a room to try on those new duds before you buy!
More work space for the staff where the club storage used to be.
The member's mailboxes are now in a room that has enough room for additional uses. It will also house the sign-up sheets for association play.
John and staff are currently bringing all of the new electric carts into the new cart barn. It's a cinch to now plug the carts in for recharging as each station has its own charger hanging from the ceiling.
The new club storage room is shaping up.
New carts! New tee boxes! New cart barn! Oh, my!!
The cart barn is quite a presence and really adds to the club feel with the pro shop, Fairway Cafe and putting green all within a stone's throw. And...for those who have heard a rumor that only nine holes will initially be open for play next week...WRONG! All eighteen holes will be ready for play on May 1st. Get your game on - it's golfing time!
Every day now you can see so many changes in the pro shop, cart barn and surrounding area, as shown in these pictures:
The carpet, paint and new counter has really made a difference in appearance. Soon it will look like a first class pro shop.
Next week all of these boxes will be unloaded and up on shelves and racks.
Now there is a room to try on those new duds before you buy!
More work space for the staff where the club storage used to be.
The member's mailboxes are now in a room that has enough room for additional uses. It will also house the sign-up sheets for association play.
John and staff are currently bringing all of the new electric carts into the new cart barn. It's a cinch to now plug the carts in for recharging as each station has its own charger hanging from the ceiling.
The new club storage room is shaping up.
Even the weather is holding out to allow the trees and shrubs to begin flowering out again. The Fairway Cafe will open on Thursday, May 1st, right along with the golf course and the clubhouse dining room.
The 60 new Club Car electric carts are lined up to be placed in the cart barn.
New carts! New tee boxes! New cart barn! Oh, my!!
The cart barn is quite a presence and really adds to the club feel with the pro shop, Fairway Cafe and putting green all within a stone's throw. And...for those who have heard a rumor that only nine holes will initially be open for play next week...WRONG! All eighteen holes will be ready for play on May 1st. Get your game on - it's golfing time!
April 22, 2008
Update on Beech Mountain Volunteer Fire Department
Much is happening with the Beech Mountain Volunteer Fire Department. For information on the new pumper truck, the annual fundraiser (to be held at the Beech Mountain Club Dining Room this year!) or CPR classes, please visit http://beechmountainnews.blogspot.com/2008/04/fire-department-fundraiser-on-august.html, http://beechmountainnews.blogspot.com/2008/04/cpr-classes-to-be-taught-this-summer.html or the BMVFD website at http://www.beechmountainvfd.org/.
The New BMC Website is UP!!
April 22, 2008
The long anticipated revamping of the Beech Mountain Club website is a reality...at least in its infancy stage. The website is up and running and available for all to see at http://www.beechmountainclub.org/. Brad Mettee has been working with Brian Barnes and others to obtain pictures, information and decide on format to arrive at this 'first run' of our website. Be sure to click on all three of the buttons at the bottom for 'members', 'prospective members' and 'prospective team members' and the buttons that appear at the top of each page. Feedback is encourage so please feel free to leave a comment at the end of this article and Brad will be able to monitor the opinions, advice and praise as you bestow it. A huge thanks to Brad and his team for putting this website together. They put in a lot of hours at really weird times of the day and night and I'm sure they will have many more that they will put in before it is in its final stage, not to mention updates that will have to be addressed.
The long anticipated revamping of the Beech Mountain Club website is a reality...at least in its infancy stage. The website is up and running and available for all to see at http://www.beechmountainclub.org/. Brad Mettee has been working with Brian Barnes and others to obtain pictures, information and decide on format to arrive at this 'first run' of our website. Be sure to click on all three of the buttons at the bottom for 'members', 'prospective members' and 'prospective team members' and the buttons that appear at the top of each page. Feedback is encourage so please feel free to leave a comment at the end of this article and Brad will be able to monitor the opinions, advice and praise as you bestow it. A huge thanks to Brad and his team for putting this website together. They put in a lot of hours at really weird times of the day and night and I'm sure they will have many more that they will put in before it is in its final stage, not to mention updates that will have to be addressed.
April 18, 2008
Beech Mountain Club Golf Course Employee is Burn Victim
April 18, 2008
For those who have not yet heard, Charles "Andy" Anderson severely burned his hand working on some electrical equipment at the BMC Golf Course on Wednesday, April 16th. He was air lifted to Johnson City Medical Center but they do not have a burn unit so he has been transferred to Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center, 1-800-446-2255. He is in the North Tower, Room 1008, Medical Center Boulevard, Winston-Salem, NC 27157.
His wife can be reached at 828-265-2900. Cards can be mailed to Andy at his home address, 122 Jones Dr. Boone, NC 28607-7236. (NOTE: This address was updated 4-28-07 as the previous address given was in error).
Andy works with Rory and many know him for tending their golf carts during the season. We all wish Andy a speedy recovery with the hopes that he has no lasting effects from his injury.
For those who have not yet heard, Charles "Andy" Anderson severely burned his hand working on some electrical equipment at the BMC Golf Course on Wednesday, April 16th. He was air lifted to Johnson City Medical Center but they do not have a burn unit so he has been transferred to Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center, 1-800-446-2255. He is in the North Tower, Room 1008, Medical Center Boulevard, Winston-Salem, NC 27157.
His wife can be reached at 828-265-2900. Cards can be mailed to Andy at his home address, 122 Jones Dr. Boone, NC 28607-7236. (NOTE: This address was updated 4-28-07 as the previous address given was in error).
Andy works with Rory and many know him for tending their golf carts during the season. We all wish Andy a speedy recovery with the hopes that he has no lasting effects from his injury.
April 17, 2008
End of Season Cocktail Party
April 17, 2008
A cocktail party was held at the recreation center tonight and about 25 people attended. The wine and finger foods provided by those who attended were second only to the good times had by all.
March 29, 2008
March 24, 2008
Looking back up the 18th Fairway just off Briarcliff Road.
18th green and 17th tee boxes.
"Pro Shop Blue" - great color pick, John. Wall behind the mailboxes is now removed, giving access to the new changing room. The door to the left is to a room that will house the mailboxes, the handicap computer and association sign-up sheets.
What a difference paint makes! Everything looks so clean and bright now.
New back tee box for #10 - it has been sodded since this picture was taken just a few days ago.
New Cart Barn as seen from the Pro Shop.
New Cart Barn
Great new spaces for the carts in the new Cart Barn.
Club storage area in new Cart Barn.
Looking back up the 18th Fairway just off Briarcliff Road.
18th green and 17th tee boxes.
"Pro Shop Blue" - great color pick, John. Wall behind the mailboxes is now removed, giving access to the new changing room. The door to the left is to a room that will house the mailboxes, the handicap computer and association sign-up sheets.
What a difference paint makes! Everything looks so clean and bright now.
New back tee box for #10 - it has been sodded since this picture was taken just a few days ago.
New Cart Barn as seen from the Pro Shop.
New Cart Barn
Great new spaces for the carts in the new Cart Barn.
Club storage area in new Cart Barn.
March 01, 2008
February 27, 2008
Can you guess which golf hole this is?
February 27, 2008
While taking a walk today with the family in 8 degree weather, 7" of snow and still snowing, I took this picture of the golf course. Although I took a similar one only a few days ago, I think you will agree that there is little resemblance today!
February 25, 2008
Fay Gagne
Tuesday morning, February 19th, Fay Gagne passed away in Newtown, PA at the Chandler Hall Hospice Center. Her son was by her side. The cancer went to her lungs. Now Fay is with Harry and God. It is a blessing. Fay was a wonderful friend and inspired so many people during her illness. There will be a Memorial Service at Banner Elk Presbyterian Church in June 2008. The date will be announced later.