Thermal club intro

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– t h e s e t t i ng –

Located in the western portion of the Coachella Valley 10 minutes from La Quinta and 30 minutes from the heart of Palm Springs. The Club is situated in close proximity to the Jacqueline Cochran Airport (8,500-foot runway). The favorable weather and below sea level elevation makes Thermal the ideal motorsports location – a two-hour drive from Los Angeles, Orange County and San Diego. The Coachella Valley is host to a number of world-class events annually and is home to many of the best restaurants, shopping and golf experiences in North America.

– u l t i mat e p l ay g r ou n d –

Renowned racetrack designer Alan Wilson has crafted 4.5 miles of

track with consultancy from the top drivers and experts from the

motorsports world. The racetrack features:

Three independent circuits

Flexibility to run 19 different track configurations

Unlimited track time and dedicated programming

Unlimited kart track access

Track designed to handle anything from F1 to vintage

motorsports

World-renowned instructors providing member instruction

Competitive and non-competitive programming

Full fire and safety teams on track

Arrive and drive program available

Motorsports Village will include paddock fuel station with

multiple grades of racing fuels

On-site access to professional tuning facilities

– t h e c om m un i t y –

The Thermal Club will initially offer a limited number of lots to be

built as the ultimate in luxury motorsports entertainment, vehicle

storage and workshop garages. The offering includes trackside

lots and turnkey built garage units in multiple floorplans.

On-track garage/entertainment sites

24-hour, guard-gated, neighborhood patrolled, multi-level

security

Webcam access to track and private garage

‘Garage care’ housekeeping and catering

Maintenance program

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A Thermal membership is only available with the purchase of a garage lot or a finished garage product. The Club is limited to 500 memberships, and there is a 30-year refundable deposit. Two membership types are available:

Vertical Family Membership – includes previous and post

generational family members

Corporate Membership – includes up to four designees

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Multiple indoor and outdoor dining venues

Elegantly appointed Club Campus

Kids’ Club – includes game room, race simulator and

movie theater and action adventure programming

State-of-the-art fitness center with cardio and weight training

Luxury spa facilities – includes massage and treatment rooms,

intimate salon and nutrition programs

Inviting men’s and women’s locker areas, with wet areas –

includes whirlpool baths and steam rooms

Member vehicle storage in a unique and secure display

environment

– t h e r ma l d r i vi n g p r o g r am –

The Thermal Club will host one of the most unique and exclusive

driving schools in the world. The program will consist of private

‘experiential’ training from renowned drivers and instructors. It will

include access to a number of types of vehicles and utilize the

latest in video technology from both in-car and on-track

cameras to ensure optimum feedback and enjoyment.

he Thermal Club is the premiere private motorsports facility in the world. In addition to 4.5

miles of members-only racetrack the Club facilities will include a fully amenitized Clubhouse

and village unrivaled in the motorsports world and rank among the best of private clubs of any

type. Service levels will be operated to a luxury standard with animated programming and special

‘experiential entertainment’ designed to provide the ultimate membership experience.

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– FACT S H E E T –

These materials and the features and amenities described and depicted herein are based upon current development plans, which are subject to change without notice. No governmental agency has judged the merits or value, if any, of this property. This material shall not constitute an offer to sell in any state where prior registration is required. 05/12

is thermal a private club?Yes. The Thermal Club is North America’s premier private experiential motorsports Club. Facilities and amenities are reserved for use by Members and their guests. Corporate use of the Club is exclusively available to Thermal’s corporate Members.

Members enjoy highly personalized service tailored to their individual preferences. Security is also a prioirty. The Club will be protected 24-hours a day by guard-gated security and neighborhood patrol – reinforced by an infrared, state-of-the-art security system with video survelliance.

what are the membership types?The Club offers two types of memberships:

• Personal Membership – Provides Club access and privileges to the Member’s vertical family, including parents, children, grandparents and grandchildren. Accompanied guests of Members are also afforded access to Club facilities and services.

• Corporate Membership – Provides Club access and privileges for up to four designated Members of the corporation as well as their accompanied guests. Corporate Members may also access the Club for organized corporate events or outings.

how can i join?Membership is by invitation. The initial offering of Thermal memberships is only available to owners of a garage villa or garage lot. If you have an interest in learning more, please contact The Thermal Club sales office or visit our Web site at www.thethermalclub.com. Prospective Members will be asked to complete an interest form and will then be considered for membership.

how much are the initiation deposit and dues? The Thermal sales team will provide information regarding the initiation deposit and dues during your initial meeting.

what is the membership structure?The Thermal Club structure offers a non-equity membership with a 30-year refundable initiation deposit.

what amenities does thermal offer?

Track Facilities

Renowned racetrack designer Alan Wilson (one of the world’s premier track designers), has crafted 4.5 miles of road racing for the private use of Thermal Members and their guests. This includes three independent circuits with flexibility to run 19 different configurations. The track is designed to handle anything from F1 to vintage motorsport racing, and is accommodating to drivers at all levels of skill and experience. A designated kart racing facility is also available for Members and their guests. The track has been designed for the upmost driving experience and safety for car and driver.

Club Campus

The Thermal Club offers a beautifully designed and elegantly appointed Club facilities ideally suited to Members and their families enjoying California’s rich auto-racing heritage. The Club Campus also offers a variety of experiences ranging luxurious locker facilities, state-of-the-art fitness center, personal concierge service, and secure storage and display environments for Members’ vehicles. In addition, Thermal’s Club Campus provides a unique Kids’ Club for younger members of the family. This area is professionally supervised and features a variety of fun, adventure activities and events, including the kids’ own driving simulator, showcasing the Thermal racetrack.

Motorsports Village

Motorsports Village at The Thermal Club will bring together all of the essential elements of California motorsports culture. From cutting-edge racing technology to automotive restoration services and luxurious amenities, the plan for the Village embodies all the good-natured camaraderie and competitive drive that define the California motorsports lifestyle.

Tower Building

The state-of-the-art Timing and Control Tower is home to a luxurious drivers’ lounge, video studio, and casual dining venue, as well as a world-class parts center for both modern and vintage performance cars. The Tower also houses one of the most unique private driving instruction centers in the world.

Speed Shop

The Thermal Speed Shop is home to the Club mechanic and is an interactive working garage facility. Its rooftop deck and Members’ station overlook the hot pits and the north portion of the track, giving visiting Members a spectacular view of the action below. Additionally, the Shop will provide a welcoming opportunity for Members to view and participate in maintenance, repairs and restorations of some of the finest cars available.

Winner’s Circle, Entry Courtyard and Event Lawn

These iconic gathering points within Motorsports Village will host a wide variety of fun social activities, parties and events, adding to the richness of the membership experience.

is the track safe for beginners?The track facilities at Thermal were designed with the safety of Thermal’s Members and their guests as the utmost concern. The track facilities will be professionally operated with a highly trained team of fire and safety personnel on the ground at all times and a state-of-the-art safety lighting and control system in place. Drivers and vehicles will pass a full safety inspection and orientation program prior to track use in order to ensure the ultimate motorsports experience for all Members.

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how can i transport my car to the track?The concierge staff at Thermal can arrange vehicle transportation from anywhere. The Thermal staff has strong working relationships with a number of prequalified and bonded shipping and transportation companies worldwide.

will there be a driving school or instruction at the club?The Members’ Driving Instruction program will be one of the most unique driving experiences available. A variety of world-class drivers and instructors will be available in a wide range of platforms to provide the ultimate experience. This experience will only be available to Members and their guests.

are there safety personnel on site?Yes. Both the track and karting facility will have full-time professional fire and safety teams on site.

are fuel and tires available at the club?Yes. There will be a variety of racing fuels, as well as basic repair and maintenance services available at the ‘Speed Shop’.

can my car be serviced at the club?Yes. In addition to the Speed Shop’s Club mechanic, it is anticipated that a major third-party tuning and maintenance facility will be located at Thermal in the future.

are there cars available for members to drive?Yes. Thermal will have a fleet of race-prepped track cars available for Members and their guests.

what types of cars will be allowed on the track?The track manager will make the final decision of which cars will be allowed based on inspections, and the driver’s experience and rating. Generally speaking, any car that is deemed safe with the appropriate driver will be allowed, including street and racecars.

are there amenities, services and activities for my family available at the club?Yes. As is the case with all of Discovery Land Company Clubs – service, programming and experiential entertainment is a central element to the Club lifestyle. On or off property, the entire family is accommodated in a variety of ways. Talk with our Thermal sales team and they will provide great examples of what we can do for you in one of the world’s ultimate playgrounds.

is there an property owners’ association (poa) for garage owners?Yes. To protect the ongoing value and quality of experience for garage owners, an POA will be created. Associated dues will be used to protect and maintain the shared grounds.

can i build my own custom garage?Yes. There is a design review board and community design guidelines for custom-built garages. In addition, complete built garages and approved floor plans will be available, but custom builds are also welcome.

can i use my garage unit as a second home?The Club is only zoned for commercial activity and does not allow overnight stays in any of the units.

is the club open year-round?Yes. The Club will be open year-round for Members and their guests. Due to the heat of the summer months, the Club will operate in a ‘light service’ mode.

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standard member corporate member (Includes up to 4 designees)

30-year Refundable Deposit $85,000 $200,000

Annual Dues Starting at $7,200 Starting at $7,200 (per designee)

Family Benefits Vertical Family Immediate Family

Lot Selection Priority Priority Based on Date of Deposit Priority Based on Date of Deposit

Guest Driving Privileges 6 per Year Included 6 per Year (per designee) Included Additional Available / À la Carte Additional Available / À la Carte

Member Track Use Unlimited / No Fees Unlimited / No Fees

Kart Track Use Unlimited / No Fees Unlimited / No Fees

Max Driving Days for same Guest 1 per Quarter 1 per Quarter

Non-Driving Guests Unlimited / No Fees Unlimited / No Fees

Track Certification / Orientation Unlimited / No Fees Unlimited / No Fees

On-Site Tuning and Maintenance Available / À la Carte Charges Available / À la Carte Charges

On-Site Racing Fuels Available / À la Carte Charges Available / À la Carte Charges

Track / Race Car Rentals Available / À la Carte Charges Available / À la Carte Charges

Professional Instruction Available / À la Carte Charges Available / À la Carte Charges

Fitness Facility Included Included

Concierge Services Included Included

Locker Facilities Included Included

Dining and Beverage Services Available / À la Carte Charges Available / À la Carte Charges

Spa Treatments Available / À la Carte Charges Available / À la Carte Charges

Garage Villa Services Available / À la Carte Charges Available / À la Carte Charges

Transferability upon Death or Disability Yes Yes

Exclusive Track Rental Available at Additional Fee Available at Additional Fee to Members to Members

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– k u k i ’ o g o l f & b e a c h c l u b –

A private beachfront community and Golf Club located on the Big

Island of Hawaii. The project has an 18-hole championship golf

course and a 10-hole short course (both designed by Tom Fazio),

a private beach Club, and 375 custom estate residences and cot-

tages on over 1,900 acres of prime Kohala Coast land. Lot prices

at Kuki’o range from $2.2M to over $12M, with an average price

in excess of $5M for 1-acre homesites and membership prices of

over $275,000.

– b a k e r ’ s b a y g o l f & o c e a n c l u b –

A private Golf Club and ocean community on the northern tip of

Great Guana Cay in the Abaco Islands of the Bahamas. Only 150

miles from the Florida coast, Baker’s Bay features more than six

miles of beachfront and offers sweeping views of the Atlantic Ocean

and the Sea of Abaco, a private 18-hole Tom Fazio-designed golf

course, a 150-slip deep-water marina, an exceptional private Beach

Club and a world-class spa. The 585-acre gated community will

offer 176 custom homesites ranging from over an acre in size,

189 luxury single-family developer residences and a charming

Caribbean seaport village and resort component.

– e l d o r a d o g o l f & b e a c h c l u b –

This private, gated beachfront community and Golf Club is located

in Los Cabos, Mexico. The community has an 18-hole signature

golf course designed by Jack Nicklaus. It includes a fully-amenitized

private Beach and Golf Club along with 221 custom estate resi-

dences and villas on approximately 520 acres of prime land on the

coast of the Sea of Cortez. To maintain the exclusive nature of the

community, El Dorado is limited to a select 350 Members.

– y e l l o w s t o n e c l u b –

The world’s only private ski and golf community, Yellowstone

Club in Big Sky, Montana is comprised of 13,600 acres of breath-

taking Montana wilderness. Surrounded by towering Rocky

Mountain peaks, the Club offers just 864 residences, ranging from

private ranches and generous homesites to on-mountain chalets,

lodges, single-family custom homes and luxury condominiums.

Yellowstone Club has 15 ski lifts accessing more than 60 trails on

2,200 acres of terrain and dropping more than 2,700 vertical feet.

The Club also features an excellent Tom Weiskopf private golf

course, exceptional dining, world-class spa and fitness facilities

and much more.

– g o z z e r r a n c h g o l f & l a k e c l u b –

An uncompromising western retreat perched on a rocky bluff

above Lake Coeur d’Alene in Idaho. Gozzer Ranch is 700 wooded

acres of private community and member-owned Club. It includes

a private Tom Fazio-designed golf course voted Best New Private

Course of 2008 by GolfDigest, a Lake Club with two full-service

marinas, and 258 estate-sized custom homesites ranging from 3/4

to 4 acres. Gozzer Ranch also offers 34 golf cabins, 9 exclusive

Hunter’s Ridge cabins, 28 Homestead cottages, 58 waterfront

condominiums, ranging from 2,500 to 5,000 square feet, as well

as a 220-slip marina.

– t h e madi s o n c l u b –

A modern interpretation of California’s celebrated old-line country

clubs, The Madison Club in La Quinta, California, offers a truly

exclusive environment. The Madison Club consists of a classically-

designed private golf course crafted by Tom Fazio, 193 estate-sized

homesites, 19 villa homes and 5 luxury Clubhouse suites.

– DEVELOPER BACKGROUND –

iscovery Land Company is a real estate development firm specializing in the creation of

world-class private communities. Discovery Land Company’s core philosophy is to enhance

the natural character and unique spirit of each property to provide its residents and members with

a unique lifestyle experience. Guided by these ideals, Discovery Land Company and its principals

have become among the world’s leading residential developers, with an impressive roster of

successful, high-profile communities in North America, Hawaii and The Bahamas.

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These materials and the features and amenities described and depicted herein are based upon current development plans, which are subject to change without notice. No governmental agency has judged the merits or value, if any, of this property. This material shall not constitute an offer to sell in any state where prior registration is required.

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– t h e h i d e away g o l f c l u b –

An exclusive, private-equity Golf Club and residential development

located in La Quinta, California. The Hideaway’s 36 holes

of golf provide Members with two distinct world-class golf

experiences – one created by noted designer and former Ryder

Cup team member Clive Clark, and one by Pete Dye, among

the most innovative and talented designers of modern times. The

Hideaway consists of 445 single-family homes and construction

sites, all the custom homesites have been sold and the membership

price is $150,000.

– m o u n tain t o p g o l f & l ak e c l u b –

A private golf and residential community located in the popular

Highlands-Cashiers region of the western North Carolina

mountains. Acquired in late 2003, the development plan includes

330 total homesites and residences, 18 holes of private Tom Fazio

golf, and a luxurious mountain lodge-style Clubhouse. Sales

commenced in June 2004, and over 285 lots have been sold.

– vaqu e r o g o l f c l u b –

A 331-home, gated community located on 525 acres of rolling

terrain in Westlake, Texas near DFW and Alliance airports. The

community features a private-equity Tom Fazio-designed golf

course on some of the most beautiful topography in north Texas.

The golf course opened for play in November of 2001. Over 320

lots have been sold at prices ranging from $175,000 to over $2M

with a membership price of $175,000.

– m i r ab e l g o l f c l u b –

A 351-home, gated golf community located on 713 acres of Sonoran

Desert terrain in north Scottsdale. Situated at an elevation of 3,000

feet, Mirabel offers commanding views of the Scottsdale/Phoenix

valley. The Tom Fazio-designed golf course opened in December

of 2001, and 349 lots have been sold since sales operations started

in the fall of 2001. Lot prices range from $500,000 to over

$1,200,000, with a membership price of $125,000.

– i r o n h o r s e g o l f c l u b –

A Tom Fazio championship golf course and year-round residential

resort community comprised of 316 homesites on 820 acres,

located in the popular resort area of Whitefish, Montana. The

project broke ground in July of 1998 and has since sold over 95%

of its homesites at prices ranging from $200,000 to $3M. The

membership price is $125,000.

– c o r d e va l l e g o l f c l u b & l o d g e –

Discovery’s sole golf-only project, this invitation-only Golf Club

in Santa Clara County, California, was designed by Robert Trent

Jones II and features a well-appointed Clubhouse with a 45-room

private luxury hotel and spa managed by the operators of the

renowned Auberge du Soleil Resort and Spa in Napa Valley. Since

opening in August of 1999, nearly 435 memberships have been sold

to Silicon Valley business leaders for prices in excess of $200,000.

– t h e e s ta n c i a c l u b –

Estancia is an intimate private golf community crafted from

640 acres that wrap around Pinnacle Peak, Scottsdale, Arizona’s

famous natural landmark. The keystone to Estancia is the Tom

Fazio signature 18-hole championship golf course, which receives

consistent national acclaim. Estancia consists of 39 Tuscan-style

golf villas and 223 custom homesites ranging in size from one-half

to two acres. The Clubhouse is a magnificent 32,000+ square foot

facility featuring tennis, swimming, a fitness center, fine dining and

special member services. The Estancia Club, with only 325 equity

golf memberships, is Scottsdale’s most exclusive private Golf Club.

– m c d o w e l l m o u n t a i n r a n c h –

A residential and commercial master planned community in

Scottsdale, Arizona. Totaling more than 3,500 acres, McDowell

Mountain Ranch is one of the fastest selling master planned

communities in Arizona. McDowell Mountain Ranch has sold

more than 3,300 lots to date and will total more than 3,500 single-

family units when fully developed.

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1 Motorsports Village

• Tower Building

• Tuning Shop

• Trackside Garage

2 Club Campus

• Kids’ Club

• Pool

• Fitness

• Spa Treatment Rooms

• Administration

• Sales Office

• Member Display Storage

• Gate House

• Sport Fields

3 Karting Facility/Storage Garage

4 Trackside Lots

5 North Campus Lots

6 Secondary Member Entry

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