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PORTLAND GOLF CLUB
JUNE 2016
NEW PGC DRESS POLICY
Read the policy inside to be sure
you continue to dress with a high
degree of respect for our members.
SUMMER FUN AT PGC
Teen Pool Party, Family Fun
Festival, 9-Holer Couples
Two Ball, Live Entertainment,
see in side for details.
UPCOMING GOLF
Exciting men’s and
women’s events coming
up you don’t want to miss!
JUNIOR GOLF CAMPS
See inside for dates and to
sign up your junior golfer.
PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
Spring into Summer
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GENERAL MANAGER’S REPORT
Excellence is...
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VIEW FROM THE FIRST TEE
The Perfect Father’s Day Gift Idea
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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
BY ELOISE CARSON
Spring into Summer
The Latin name for June is Junius, named
after the Roman goddess Juno, the goddess
of marriage and the wife of the supreme deity
Jupiter. Juno is connected with the idea of
vital force, fullness of vital energy and eternal
youthfulness, which is fitting as we celebrate
the Summer Solstice on June 21st. The long
days of summer seem full of energy and
vitality. The late evenings allow me to
enjoy one of my favorite summer activities:
playing in an evening two ball with friends
and enjoying dinner on the patio.
A June holiday I enjoy celebrating is
Father’s Day, this year on the 19th. I read
that Father’s Day was first celebrated in
Spokane, Washington in 1910. I’m very
fortunate that my father, John Carson, is still
alive and in excellent health. At the age of 88,
he still runs and cross-country skis. However,
he recently decided that bike riding was too
risky, and he gave away his bikes. Early on
in my life, he instilled in me a love of the
outdoors. He took my sister and me hiking,
backpacking, snow skiing, ski racing,
water skiing, swimming and biking. It never
occurred to Jenny and me that there was an
outdoor activity in which we could not equally
participate. My 15 years younger brother,
Lance Woodbury, benefited from the exclusive
attention he received from our dad after my
sister and I were out of the house and has excelled at many sports, including golf, although
that was one sport which our dad did not play.
While there is some mixed opinion on our
new dress code, I think we’ll all be in
agreement that there is one June holiday in
which PGC will NOT participate. Friday, June
17th is International Be Naked Day. I trust
none of you will choose to celebrate this day
at PGC! (Who comes up with these days
anyhow?) Speaking of proper attire, the dress
code has been an ongoing issue ever since I’ve
been a member. Often, guests don’t know the
proper attire or members ignore it or don’t
remember it. To get our new dress code policy
off on the right start, the Board has asked the
staff to strongly enforce the policy. This isn’t
just about denim. The issues range from shirts
tucked in to wearing the proper cover-up outside of the pool area. If a staff member needs
to remind you of proper attire, please accept
their comments with good grace. They are just
doing the job we’ve asked them to do. Read
and follow the new dress code!
One of the most important aspects of
Portland Golf Club is the high degree of
respect we, as members, show to our fellow
members, to our staff, to the golf course and
to the clubhouse. Fortunately, since I’ve been
on the Board, we’ve only had two incidents
that required the Board to remind individual
members of this and to reprimand them. In
both instances, alcohol was a primary driver
of the behavior. I mention this as a reminder
to everyone of the need to be respectful and
to use common sense. We are all joint owners
of a beautiful facility, and we need to treat our
co-owners, and the property, as we would wish
to be treated. In both circumstances, I was
proud to be part of the two Boards that took
the situations very seriously, gave the offenders
a chance to be heard, and came to reasonable
decisions.
Here’s to our fathers. I wish them all a joyful
Father’s Day.
Email Communication sent on Saturday, May 14, 2016
Dear Members,
Attached is the revised Portland Golf Club dress policy, which will go into effect May 27, 2016. The most significant change is that denim will be allowed
in the clubhouse (but still not on the golf course). We assure you that this decision was not taken lightly and that the Board vote was unanimous to
make the change. We reviewed the many comments regarding denim from the recent survey. There were very strong feelings on both sides of the issue,
but the overwhelming majority strongly favored allowing denim and most view it as an important and positive development for the club as a whole.
Over the years the concept of what is acceptable business and social attire has evolved. To remain relevant as a top golf club, the Board feels we must
evolve as well. We believe that this change, if executed with the spirit that “the dress policy is a reflection of the etiquette and high standards expected
by all members” will be successful and ultimately result in increased use of the clubhouse and drive an increase in revenues generated by both the bar
and restaurant.
Members are reminded to continue to consider common sense and respect for tradition in selecting their attire. Clothing that is frayed, tattered, and/or
otherwise in distressed or worn-out condition is not acceptable; this applies to denim as well.
We will continue to monitor the adherence to the revised policy and will make adjustments as are deemed necessary in order to continue to uphold the
high standards of Portland Golf Club.
Eloise Carson, President
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Dress Policy
The dress policy is a reflection of the etiquette and high standards expected
by all members as they and their guests enjoy Portland Golf Club. Suitable attire
is required to be worn at all times. Members are encouraged to consider common
sense, respect for tradition, modesty, and the comfort level of fellow Members
when choosing their attire. It is expected that Club Members assume the
responsibility to inform their guests prior to their arrival regarding appropriate
attire. Those improperly dressed will be asked to change before enjoying the golf
course or the clubhouse and its facilities. The Board has delegated to the General
Manager, Food and Beverage Manager and Head Golf Professional the
responsibility to enforce the dress code via delegated staff.
GENERAL
The following types of clothing are not permitted at any time in the clubhouse and
its decks, in the Sandwedge, and all golfing areas: Clothing that is frayed, tattered,
and/or otherwise in distressed or worn-out condition; workout/gym attire; exposed
undergarments; clothing that exposes bare midriffs; casual crew neck tee shirts;
tank tops; halter tops; cut-off shorts; short shorts; and swimwear.
Men’s Hats: Hats or visors for men are not permitted in the main clubhouse, card
room and the covered section of the outdoor clubhouse deck. Hats must be worn
in the conventional manner (not reversed).
GENERAL MANAGER’S REPORT
BY ROGER AGGSON,
GENERAL MANAGER/COO
Excellence is...
“...the gradual result of always
striving to do better.” - Pat Riley
Juniors: Juniors are expected to adhere to the same guidelines as adults. Adults
walking on the course with Junior golfers, whether scoring or observing, must
adhere to the PGC dress code for golf.
This time of year I’m always impressed by the amount
GOLF COURSE, DRIVING RANGE, AND PRACTICE AREAS
eryone’s collaborative approach and hard work. There
of work put forth by our Club committees and staff as
we prepare for the summer season. I’m grateful for ev-
Golf Attire for Men: Collared long or short sleeve shirts are required. Mock
collars and turtlenecks are allowed. Shirts must be tucked in at all times. Shirts
that are appropriately tailored to be worn un-tucked are allowed. All shorts are to
be at least mid-thigh length. No denim is permitted.
are countless meetings, plans made/modified and then
Golf Attire for Women: Golf shorts, dresses, skorts, capris, and slacks are
appropriate. Sleeveless shirts must have a shoulder section at least three inches
wide. Tank tops and blue denim are no permitted. Shirts are to be of ample length
to completely cover the midriff during the golf game. All shorts, skirts, dresses
and skorts are to be at least mid-thigh length.
positive people.
Shoes: Appropriate golf shoes are required on the golf course. Metal spikes are
not permitted. It is requested that shoes be clean before entering the clubhouse.
welcoming and supportive the membership is to our
SWIMMING POOL
Swimming suits are to be worn inside the fenced pool area only. Shirts, cover-ups
or summer attire must be worn outside the fenced pool area, including the parking
lot. Clothing containing inappropriate wording or graphics is not permitted.
Sandwedge and decks adhere to the general dress policy.
COURTS
executed. The commitment by members and staff to
make each season better is no small feat. I feel honored
and proud to be surrounded by a group of committed
In our pursuit of excellence, each summer season
we welcome a lot of new faces to help make your
experience at the Club outstanding. We appreciate how
staff. The new staff members are working hard in their
training sessions to deliver the level of service we expect. Thank you for your patience while our new team
gains the necessary training in the “PGC experience” -they are striving to do their best! Later this month we
will post photos of each staff member with their name
on the private site so members can put a name with a
Only athletic shoes with soles acceptable for tennis courts are permitted on the
courts. Clothing must be proper court attire by design. Court attire worn in the
clubhouse/golf areas must adhere to the general dress policy.
face and help them feel welcome.
*Please note: Locker rooms may be accessed if it is necessary to change into
appropriate attire upon arrival at the club. Please use the locker room parking lot
entrances only for this purpose.
to seeing you around the Club!
Thank you for your continued support in making
PGC one of the best Clubs in the NW. I look forward
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June 2016
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The Perfect
Father’s Day Gift
UPCOMING EVENTS
UPCOMING PLAYER OF THE
YEAR TOURNAMENTS
THE RYDER CUP: GOLF’S GRANDEST EVENT
In this book, Portland Golf Club is prominently
Astoria Team Match
featured in two different articles. One article tells
Sunday, June 5
the story about how PGC member, Robert Hudson,
helped to save the Ryder Cup after World War II. The
other article details the actual event from 1947.
Our customized cover is a picture of Ben Hogan,
Playing Captain, warming up on our range, and you
VIEW FROM THE 1ST TEE
BY TIM HVAL,
HEAD GOLF PROFESSIONAL
can see the clubhouse in the background. This beautiGreat Father’s Day
Gift idea!!
ful picture was discovered just a few years ago.
US Open Day
(otherwise known as Hard Course Day!)
Thursday, June 16
Your net score combined with a Pro’s
of your choice.
If you like golf and love Portland Golf Club, you should
Men’s One-Day Guest Classic
have a copy of this book at your home! We have our cus-
Thursday, June 23
tomized book on sale in the Golf Shop for only $75.00.
JUNIOR GOLF BEGINS SUNDAY, JUNE 12TH,
WITH ASSESSMENT DAY AND ICE CREAM SOCIAL
Member’s Audi Quattro Cup
Thursday, June 30
Don’t miss the Ice Cream Social and Junior Golf Assessment Day on Sunday June 12th from 2:00 to 5:00 PM.
We have a couple of fun activities scheduled for this day
as well, so mark your calendar and plan on a wonderful
GREAT SHOTS
afternoon at PGC. Yours truly will once again be serving
ice cream, and US Kids Golf (the # 1 golf club for junior
golfers) will be assisting with custom fitting.
Dr. Richard Lalli: 5/24/16 shot 73 and he is
85 years old. Golf is truly a game for a lifetime.
SUPPORT OUR CADDIE PROGRAM
June is the time of year where our Caddie Program kicks into high gear. We ask that you help
support this terrific program. We had two caddies win the prestigious Chick Evans Scholarship
in 2015, and they just completed their freshman years of college. Chase Enloe attends
Northwestern University and Sam Pham attends the University of Oregon. I am confident
Wanda Osgood: 4/28/16, Hole-In-One on the
17th hole and on her birthday. Before teeing
off on #17 she said to her playing partners
that we have more Evans Scholars in the wings--we just need to get them some loops.
Betsy Dailey, Marcia Walsh, and Laurie Ware,
WAVERLEY TEAM MATCH
“Well this is my last chance to make a Hole-
I am happy to report that on May 15th Portland Golf Club took down Waverley in a
In-One on my birthday.” She then stepped up
Home Vs. Home team match. It wasn’t easy, though! The matches were tied with one
and flew the ball in the hole. The ball rattled
group remaining on the course, and Mike Fritz and Gavin Amato clutched up to win their
matches, thus securing a victory for PGC. It is always fun being the host and showing off
Portland Golf Club.
JUNIOR GOLFER CLINICS
SUMMER JUNIOR CAMPS
9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
1st Camp: June 28 and June 29
2nd Camp: July 12 and July 13
3rd Camp: July 26 and July 27
4th Camp: August 9 and 10
$140 per junior golfer per camp.
Sign-Up will be available on ForeTees.
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JUNIOR GOLF ASSESSMENT
DAY AND ICE CREAM SOCIAL
Sunday, June 12th 2:00 PM to 4 PM.
Sign-Up will be available with the
Summer Junior Golf Packet.
around the flag stick for a brief moment before
falling in for good. Congrats Wanda, and what
a great way to celebrate your birthday!
Richard (Dick) Leonard: 5/18/16, There is
shooting your age and then there is this story.
88 year old Richard (Dick) Leonard on May
18th shot a 76 from the white tees. Shooting
12 shots under your age is quite the
accomplishment, way to go Mr. Leonard.
2016 BEST BALL RESULTS
Flight #1
Team
Score
Prize
Low Gross
Matt Doran/ David Mihm
67
$100/Team
Low Net
Ira Virden/ Spencer Noecker
64
2nd Net
Allan Sacker/ Erik Ostmo
65
PGC MEN’S PLAYER CUP
POINT STANDINGS
Matt Doran
875
Fred Ey
550
$100/Team
Michael Carrano
450
$75/Team
David Mihm
450
Evan Swanson
Flight #2
Low Gross
Stephen Aaron/ KC Mink
76
$100/Team
Low Net
George Kalomiris/ Paul Nourigat
65
$100/Team
2nd Net
Tamio Fukuyama/ Anton Broms
66
$75/Team
Flight #3
Low Gross
David Popp/ Eric Weber
76
$100/Team
Low Net
Michael Carrano/ Josh Schuyler
63
$100/Team
2nd Net
Bob Coleman/ Chuck Carl
67
$75/Team
Hole #4
David Popp
3'7"
$40
Hole #8
Greg Specht
12'10"
$40
Hole #12
Bob Allen
4'8"
$40
Hole #17
Greg Specht
3'6"
$40
Closest to the Pin
PGC WOMEN’S PLAYER CUP
POINT STANDINGS
Hollie Barton
850
Sandy Tweedt
675
Laurie Wagner
625
400
Nancy Grader
600
Luis Machuca
375
Julie Cook
550
George Kalomiris
375
Kat Magner
500
Josh Schuyler
375
Stephen Aaron
350
Emily Harnden
475
Kevin Kidd
325
Jill Nasser
475
Allen Sacker
325
Margaret Terrall
425
TWO BALL MEXICAN FIESTA
Friday, June 17th - 7:30pm - 9:30pm, $22.95 (+)
Join us after golf for our annual Two Ball Kick-Off Mexican Fiesta! Live mariachi band, hosted margaritas, and great food by the pool!
Register online through ForeTees ‘Golf’ platform or with the Pro Shop:
(503) 292-2778. Registration is not required for the “Mexican Fiesta”
dinner and entertainment. All participants of the Two Ball golf shotgun
must be registered with the Pro Shop and are assumed attendees of
fiesta festivities.
Summer Golf is Here!
The golfing season is off to a great start with summer right around the corner and a full golf schedule
ahead. The crew is busy getting as many details possible complete while keeping up with the mowing.
The bunkers continue to receive positive feedback on playability and aesthetics.
We are preparing the turf for the summer with our turf nutritional programs, promoting rooting while
building up plant defense against pathogens and physical stress. The ample sunshine provides the turf
FROM THE COURSE
BY JASON DORN,
COURSE SUPERINTENDENT
TURFNET’S ETIQUETTE TIPS
FOR A SUCCESSFUL SEASON...
The following are links to videos
produced by the USGA to
educate golfers – please take
a few minutes to watch them:
with light, which promotes photosynthesis and builds up carbohydrate reserves. These reserves are later
converted into energy that combats summer stresses such as heat, drought, insects and wear from mowing,
rolling and golfers’ foot traffic.
The greens healed well post aeration, and the vertical-mowing/top dressing program has begun.
Vertical mowing reduces organic matter (decaying roots and tissue) while standing up the turf for an
upright growth and improved quality of cut. Top dressing reduces organic matter and smooths the surface
of irregularities such as ball marks. This program is performed every two weeks on Mondays, weather and
schedule permitting.
Golf Cart and Pull Cart Etiquette:
Always keep in mind the importance of etiquette to the game of golf. When playing, replace divots or fill
https://youtu.be/m2PKDVsHqiE
with sand, rake bunkers smoothly without leaving clumps or footprints for the next golfer, and repair ball
Bunker Etiquette:
marks.
https://youtu.be/EpHiA_Mrmz0
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Summer Fun at PGC
The reason most of you joined Portland Golf Club is upon us--the busy summer season. With this comes the
opening of the pool and the Sandwedge. This is also by far the busiest time of the year for the dining room.
To ensure that the members coming into the dining room get the service that they deserve, we are implementing
new policies for the summer.
• Poolside dining will be available through the Splash. Orders may be placed through the main kitchen, except
during dinner hours.
AROUND THE CLUBHOUSE
BY JAMES WARREN,
FOOD & BEVERAGE MANAGER
• We will fill ‘to go’ orders on dinner
nights when they are placed before
6:00 p.m. or after 8:00 p.m. In order
to accommodate our diners, we
cannot offer ‘to go’ service during
peak hours.
The beautiful summer weather
makes our decks extremely popular
this time of year. We will have the same guidelines we had last season:
Survivor
Pool Party
Ages 9 - 13
•The upper deck under cover may be reserved for lunch or dinner.
•The lower deck will be on a first come, first served basis.
Please be respectful of those members who have reserved deck tables ahead
of time. Thank you for being aware of other members dining when using the
lower deck by maintaining a quiet noise level so everyone may enjoy their
meals.
PGC is a wonderful place to bring the family in the summer. While
we are a family friendly club, we must insist that children are not left
unsupervised. In the Clubhouse, pool, and definitely the golf course,
children must abide by PGC rules and policies.
As always, we ask that the membership make reservations when at all
possible. This really helps the kitchen and the wait staff know what to
expect. It would also be a great help if large parties who would like the bill
split up amongst multiple members alert the server upon arrival. This will
help to avoid billing problem later.
Friday, June 24th
6pm - 9pm
Members: $17 (+) / Guests: $21 (+)
Party limited to 70 Adventurers
Survior Team Challenges
DJ ~ Photo Booth
Registration opens May 26
Questions? Contact
Kathi Austin @ (503) 349-0018
I look forward to the great golf season in front of us and seeing you
around the clubhouse.
June Live Entertainment
FRI., JUNE 10
PGC welcomes back Beth Willis and her bluesy spin on a classic rock and roll sound. After her performance last
August, Patti and Eric Weber wrote, ͞She is becoming a club favorite. To be brief, Beth can do almost any genre of
music and takes pleasure in asking for requests. Beth offered up an impromptu acapella version of an Etta James
classic followed by a rocking ͚Sweet Home Alabama that brought out the dancers. If you missed her last time,
make sure to sign up early!
FRI., JUNE 24
Pianist and vibraphonist Mike Horsfall has a storied career as a musician and composer spanning over 35 years.
With the trio Tall Jazz, Horsfall utilized his musical diversity--with roots in marching band and R&B--to navigate the
changing tide of the Portland jazz scene. Listenable and soulful with an understated passion, he works in tandem
with the piano to reflect the dynamic quality of an artist’s life in the northwest. Come enjoy an evening of music that
is in a genre all its own.
Four saxophonists comprise the Barbette Quartette, a lively group whose music shifts seamlessly through a
summer on the patio to a big band evening in Soho. Celebrate your Two Ball victory (or forget about that shank)
with the brassy blend of musical stylings by Barbette Falk (soprano/alto), John Gross (alto), Kris Klavik (tenor),
and T. Kelly Polychronis (baritone).
WED., JUNE 29
TWO BALL
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Portland Golf Club
June 2016
FORE THE LADIES
ARTICLE BY PATTY CRISPE
Graduation is upon us, and have you noticed that everyone is
graduating from something—whether it is high school, a
university, cooking school, AA, or medical school, a slap on the
back, high five, or “Way to go!” says it all. And that brings us to the
PGC CUP. LAURIE WAGNER and HOLLIE BARTON are in the
lead. They have NOT graduated ladies, but sure have A’s for their
first term. The rest of us need to study more, cram in some practice,
or maybe even get a tutor.
The spring tourney has been completed, and we had great weather
and more participants than usual. The overall winners were: low
gross, LAURIE WAGNER and KAT MAGNER, and low net
NANCY GRADER and HOLLIE BARTON.
We had a full field for the O.W.G.A. play at Portland on the 16th of
May. The weather was overcast, but that did not deter from the fact
that the course was in pristine condition, and the rhododendrons
were shouting, “ Look at me, look at me, I am giving my all!” The
winners from Portland were EMILY HARNDEN, ELOISE CARSON, ANN SCHRAY, SANDY WOODLEY, CLAUDINE PAYNE,
JANELLE PFLUG, and HOLLIE BARTON. A great day for PGC!
The Nine-Hole Invitational, held on June 1, had a waiting list,
and in my next report I will share who the lucky winners were.
Women’s Events
WOMEN’S CURTIS CUP
Tuesday, June 14 - 8:30am Shotgun
Light breakfast and refreshments in Sandwedge
prior to 8:30am Shotgun.
Team Match Play, lunch following play
WOMEN’S STAGETTE
Summer Solstice
Tuesday, June 21 - 8:30am Shotgun
Light breakfast and yoga/stretching before play
Awards luncheon following play
Tournament Contacts: Margret Terrall and Hollie Barton
WOMEN’S MEMBER GUEST
Mad About Plaid
Sign up by July 1st
Monday, July 18th and Tuesday, July 19th
Tournament Contacts: Jan Cassidy and Nancy Grader
OWGA TOURNAMENT - MAY 16, 2016
Join in on the fun, play in the Stagette and Curtis cup this month.
These two events are a part of PGC history. We want to set records
for participation. Go team!
Back in July, with lots of fireworks.
Membership Happenings
DAN LAVEY AND
LORI HARDWICK LAVEY
New Social
PGC’s Janelle Pflug and Karen MacCaskill with Jan Turner (Waverley CC)
and Susan Chambers (Salem CC)
PAUL ANDREWS
Intermediate Reinstatement
BOB ALBER
Regular Reinstatement
GREG ALEXANDER
Social to Regular
SUSAN PAULSELL
Departed
JAN DOCKSTADER
Departed
PAUL WITTMAN
Social to Regular
Margret Terrall and Hollie Barton
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5900 SW Scholls Ferry Road
Portland, OR 97225
RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED
DIRECTORS OF PORTLAND GOLF CLUB
Eloise Carson, President
Craig Payne, Vice President
Jim Atkinson, Secretary
Jim Walker, Treasurer
Tom Sand • George Kalomiris
Dennis Fritz • Tom Zupan • Luis Machuca
Roger Aggson, General Manager/COO
Jason Dorn, Golf Course Superintendent
Tim Hval, Head Golf Professional
James Warren, Food and Beverage Manager
Jim Harkins, Editor
Mary Kelly, Proofreader
Publication of Portland Golf Club
Design by Carpe Viam Group
FOOD MINIMUM SCHEDULE
Members last name starting A-G
January 31 • April 30 • July 31 • October 31
Members last name starting H-O
February 28 • May 31 • August 31 • November 30
Members last name starting P-Z
March 31 • June 30 • September 30 • December 31
9-Holer Couples’ Two Ball
Nine, Wine & Dine
Family Fun Festival
Saturday, July 9th
Registration Opens June 9th
Friday, July 15th
$65 (+) per couple
Play with your spouse, a friend, or another 9-Holer
5pm
Registration
5:30pm
9-Hole Shotgun
Petite wine tasting & dinner following play
Registration is limited to 30 Couples
Register online through ForeTees or with the Pro Shop
Questions - contact Diana Hall @ [email protected]
Don't miss out on this family favorite!