DESERT HIGHLANDS 07 paperless mailing.pdfsafety, Desert Highlands Members may arrange a sedan or limo service through Execucar for an evening out and charges will be billed to your

Desert HigHlanDs Vision statementWho We Are: Desert Highlands is a residential golf and tennis community that offers a superior quality of life experience by providing the finest social and recreational amenities for its Members.

Our Commitment: We shall distinguish Desert Highlands from other Clubs and achieve our goals by attracting, retaining and developing a superior staff, expecting high quality performance, assuring fiscal responsibility and by encouraging Member support through timely and effective communication and participation.

DESERT HIGHLANDSDESERT HIGHLANDSA View From The Top

Volume 32 • Issue 52 • December 2007

A View From The Top

general manager’s message By Terra S. H. Waldron, CCM

Private clubs have centuries of histories and traditions which have contributed to their atmosphere and governance. As they say, "times are changing" and this is evidenthere at Desert Highlands as well. In thelast four years, we have had approximately 200 closings which means that nearly 1/3 of our Members are new Members. We have also seen a change in demographics with many younger residents and those who

continue to work while enjoying the club atmosphere. As a result of this paradigm shift, Desert Highlands will continue to respond to Member's needs and desires while trying to stay true to our traditions.

We will look back at our rich history and towards our stunning future during our DH 25th Anniversary celebration season beginning in October 2008. We have begun compiling DH memorabilia and stories and we thank everyone for their participation.

Desert Highlands continues to receive fabulous press both locally and nationally. The Scottsdale Tribune newspaper featured Desert Highlands in an article called “Teeing it up more than game in Scottsdale” on November 1st. If you missed the article, we have posted a link on our Member’s website for you to view. Nationally, LINKS Magazine has included Desert Highlands among its 100 Premier Properties in its 2007-2008 Annual Guide to the Best Golf Communities. We anticipate Desert Highlands will have more upcoming press and we are so happy to share our pride in this beautiful community and its amenities.

The cooler weather means the holidays are around the corner so please read your flyers for all the details on our traditional events and a new theme for the New Year’s Eve celebration.

Our fabulous tableside Flambé coffees are also back just in time to enjoy on a cool evening. As many of you know, the Board of Directors has made a change to the Clubhouse dress code to allow jeans in season throughout the Clubhouse for everyone, except on Friday and Saturday evenings in the Ventana Room where the dress code is country club casual.

While the holidays are a time of celebration, we wanted to bring to your attention the extremely strict and stringent new DUI laws so you can ensure you and your loved ones have a safe holiday season. The new DUI rules have significantly changed the risk reward decision about drinking a few cocktails and then driving. The main change is Arizona has significantly lowered the BAC (blood alcohol content) thresholds. These new laws could affect those that have a couple of drinks with dinner and then drive home. The new lower BAC levels are now so low that it does not take that much to register a 0.08. The thresholds and punishments for first time DUI offenses include mandatory jail time, driver’s license suspension, mandatory installation of ignition interlock device in your car and costly court fees, with second time offenses being drastically worse. For those with children, you must be aware of the felony DUI (.08 or above with a minor in the car less than 15 years old) consequences which may include the punishments listed above as well as involvement and action on the part of Child Protective Services. You may find more information on these new Arizona DUI laws online at http://www.azleg.state.az.us/ArizonaRevisedStatutes.asp?Title=28 . We share this message with you to implore that you not drink and drive; have a designated driver or take a taxi home if you have been drinking (regardless of how far you are from home). Also, never have even one drink if you will be driving with a person under 15 years old in your car. For your convenience and safety, Desert Highlands Members may arrange a sedan or limo service through Execucar for an evening out and charges will be billed to your Member statement. Simply call our receptionist at 585-7444 to make a reservation and then you can celebrate safely.

As the Desert Highlands staff looks forward to the holidays and festivities, we gratefully pause to thank you for your continued support and wish you and your families a safe and joyful holiday season.

As everyone is coming and going during this busy holiday season, we would like to remind you that if you are going to be out of town for an extended period of time, please give a call to the Security Office (585-8513) so that we can pay special attention to your home. You may also consider arranging weekly or bi-weekly home inspections through our Residential Services by calling 419-3712.

If you are expecting visitors during the holidays, please give us a call to Security so that we can be made aware of extra vehicles that may be parked in the driveway overnight. The CC&Rs require that no motor vehicles shall be parked or stored in or upon the Lot except within a closed garage, except as specifically permitted by the Association Rules. This mandate is directed to all Member owned vehicles. For short-term parking by a Member’s family or guest, a Guest Parking Pass is available through the Security Department. All vendors, visitors and guests of Members must park within the designated Guest Parking spaces upon the lot. Overnight storage of any vehicle on the street is prohibited.

We also see an increase in package deliveries during the holidays so I wanted to remind you of our package procedure. When a delivery service (Federal Express, U.P.S., or floral deliveries, etc.) arrives on the property, they will be granted automatic access during business hours. If the resident is not home to accept the delivery, the Security Center will do the following unless prior arrangements have been made with the Director of Security:

When the resident is not available to accept their delivery, the Security Center will sign for the delivery. The Security Department will not accept perishable deliveries at the Security Center (i.e. flowers, fruit baskets, meats, etc.) unless prior arrangements have been made in advance with the Director of Security. The Security Center will notify the Member by phone that a package is being held for them at the Security Center.

With the visitors coming and going to your homes, please call in advance to the Security Office so that we can enter them into our pass logs. This will alleviate the lines at the gate and allow us to get your friends and family to your home that much quicker.

If I can be of any assistance, please don’t hesitate to call me at480-419-3753. Until next month, enjoy the holidays and stay safe.

HoliDay serVice reminDers By Nick Ciliento

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a new traDition at Desert HigHlanDs By Christophe Hermine

We offer a big thank you to Mrs. Benvenuto and Mrs. Voss for having a great “Kids Halloween party” idea. On Sunday, October 21st, 48 children and their relatives enjoyed pumpkin drawing, fun games and piñatas at the Garden Amenities followed by trick or treating at Members’ homes. It was a wonderful day and we will repeat it again for the coming year so start planning those costumes.

The holiday season is upon us and we have a diverse selection

of festivities for you to celebrate. You will find more details on the enclosed flyers. Please be sure to call 585-7444 to make reservations so we can ensure service for everyone.

Game Night: Bridge players and other card players can test their skills at Game Night on December 6th. Play starts at 4:45 pm and a buffet will be served following the games.

Santa’s Workshop & Holiday Brunch: December 15th is the perfect day to spend time with Santa starting at 9:30 am in the Clubhouse. Games, storytelling by Mrs. Claus and a delicious brunch will highlight the day. Please bring a present for the child (children) you are bringing to the Club; Santa will take care of the rest!

Hanukkah Dinner: On Friday, December 7th, a sumptuous Hanukkah dinner will be served in the Ventana room with no host cocktails at 6:00 pm and dinner starting at 6:45 pm.

Chef Festive Dinner: Share a beautiful holiday dinner with “new or old” friends in the Ventana room on Friday,December 21st. A four course pre-fix dinner will be offered.

New Year’s Eve Party: Cruise into the New Year on the S.S. Desert Highlands! After several years of “grazing, food stations and dancing”, we have changed this forthcoming New Year’s Evewith a plated dinner and added a Casino Night and a disc jockeyfor dancing.

Over the summer we lost some key staff in the kitchen who have moved on to new pursuits. Doug Harris, our Executive Sous Chef (who had been with us for the last six years) got his first Executive Chef position at The Hassayampa Inn in Prescott, Arizona. Morgan Malzahn (our pastry chef for the last year) has moved to Boulder, Colorado to be with her boyfriend Chad. Although we wish them well with their new

endeavors, we looked at this as an opportunity to improve our staff with two great new additions to our culinary team.

We have hired Dan Chagolla as our Executive Sous Chef. Dan has a wealth of experience including six years at The Boulders Resort and Golden Door Spa, two years at The Camelback Inn and seven years at The Princess Resort. All of these three properties have the coveted Five Diamond Award. Dan arrived in early September and has done an outstanding job right from the start.

We have hired Steve Bruni as our Pastry Chef. Steve also has a wealth of experience including ten years at The Boulders Resort and Golden Door Spa as well as seven years at The Phoenician Resort (a Five Diamond property as well). Steve joined us in early October and has already re-vamped the dessert menus and has had wonderful reviews from our Members.

I have had the pleasure of working with both of these gentlemen in the past and am proud to work with them again. I have been very impressed with their character and work ethic and know that they will be great additions to our staff.

We also have some new faces in the supporting roles as well: Steve Amine, Mark Hoenigman, Patrick Struebing, Michael Serna, Juvenal Villicana and Gloria Briggs (at the Halfway House). Please join me in welcoming them all to Desert Highlands!

Eat Well, Be Well.

exciting new Faces…By Chef Michael Hoobler

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Wines We have begun a new wine list with 29 wines by the glass and added new bottles on the wine menu with 307 different varietals to choose from. Below is the wine by the glass for your enjoyment:

White WinesMums Cuvee, Split Sparkling, Napa Cartlidge & Browne, “Dancing Crow Vineyard”, Sauvignon Blanc, CaliforniaNautilus, Sauvignon Blanc, New Zealand Schloss Gobelsburger, Riesling, Austria Toresella, Pinot Grigio, Italy Erath, Pinot Gris, Oregon Domaine Zind Humbrecht, Pinot Gris, Alsace Guigal, Viognier, Côte Du RhôneSteele, Pinot Blanc, Santa Barbara Bishop’s Peak, Chardonnay, Edna Valley Foxglove, Chardonnay, California Hoffman Grove, Chardonnay, California

Red WinesKenneth Volk, Pinot Noir, Santa Barbara Henry Estate, Pinot Noir, Oregon Domaine Vincent Sauvestre, Pinot Noir, Burgundy Le Vigne, Chianti, Italy Razor’s Edge, Shiraz, McLaren Vale, Autralia Woop Woop, Shiraz, Australia Ferrari Carano, Sienna, Alexander Valley (Sangiovese-Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec)Robert Sinskey, Merlot, NapaKeltie Brook, Merlot, North Coast Viniterra, Merlot, Argentina Westerland, Celebration Red, South Africa (Cabernet Sauvignon-Cinsault)Gundlach Bundschu, “Mountain Cuvee”, California (Merlot- Cabernet Sauvignon- Cabernet Franc)Château des Annereaux, Lalande Pomerol, Bordeaux Twenty Bench, Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Rock & Vine, Cabernet Sauvignon, North Coast Hoffman Grove, Cabernet Sauvignon, California Plungerhead, Zinfandel, California

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tHe “truckers” got tHeir kicks on route 66… By Doug Westcott

Perfect weather, bridge, tennis, golf, blue and purple shirts, Route 66 theme and our largest turnout for Homecoming ever…sounds like a recipe for success, AND IT WAS! The day began with the Truckers and Diners squaring off in a knock down, drag out game of bridge, which was eventually won by the Truckers. While bridge was getting started, other Members were stretching out their muscles just prior to taking center court at the Tennis Center…for Homecoming’s second event. The

2007 Homecoming event had been decided once the dust cleared at the Tennis Center because the Truckers were once again victorious. As the morning events came to a close, participants switched their focus to the golf course where 130 players competed against each other in a four-person scramble format. With both teams in their team colored tee shirts, the Diners wouldn’t allow for a clean sweep, so with an outstanding performance on the golf course the Diners proved to be up to the task. However, for the Truckers it was two games to one and so the Truckers received the coveted “2007 Homecoming Champions” valuables pouch and the title of the Desert Highlands Homecoming Champions. CONGRATULATIONS TRUCKERS! Thanks to Vickie Martin Martin, Barbara Smolenski and the entire Homecoming Committee for all of their hard work and preparation.

‘Tis the Season’…So Don’t Be a Scrooge!Don’t forget about the Holiday Season because it is sneaking up on us - again. Fortunately, the Golf Shop at Desert Highlands has the “in” merchandise that everyone would love to receive as gifts. The Golf Shop offers U.P.S. Shipping, as well as complimentary gift wrapping on any gift purchases. The Golf Shop at Desert Highlands is the only stop you need to make to complete your shopping list so come on in and see Sarah.

Redeem your Credit Book NOW!A friendly reminder that all credit book money acquired prior to November 1st needs to be used by December 31st. If you have earned credit book during the '06-07 season, that money is held in your account and is ready to be spent. Please check with the Desert Highlands Golf Staff to see how your credit book looks today!

Holiday Shop HoursThe Golf Shop will be open on December 24th from 7:00 am - 3:00 pm, December 25th we will be closed, and on the 1st of January we will be having a 9:00 am shotgun with the Golf Shop closing at 3:00 pm. The Golf Course is open on December 25th for walkers only, so be sure to make arrangements to pick up your clubs from storage a day or two before if you are going to walk the course on Christmas Day.

Couple Up and Play This Year’s…..Happy Highlander!Grab your best friends and come out on Sunday, December 9th. The format for this year’s event will once again be a “Jack & Jill” and the event is a 12:00 pm shotgun start. All players will play their own ball and partner with the opposite spouse in a Net Better Ball format. The Better Net ball of each couple will be added together to determine a team score (both Net and Gross prizes will be awarded). This is a very special and traditional Holiday event at Desert Highlands to share with your friends and a great way to get into the spirit of the season. Tournament entry fee will be $275.00 per foursome which includes guest fees, cart fees, prizes and dinner.

Ladies Day Events PlannedLadies, don’t forget to call or stop by the Golf Shop to sign up for the Thursday Golf Events. Below are the dates and formats for upcoming events, all of which start at 9:00 am:

December 6th 2 Net Better Balls of 4 (18 Holers) / Fewest Putts (9 Holers)December 13th Stableford Point System (18 Holers) / Scramble (9 Holers)December 20th Casual PlayDecember 27th Casual PlayJanuary 3rd Devil’s Waltz (18 Holers) /Step-Out Scramble (9 Holers)

Hole-In-One Club Is AvailableDesert Highlands has a club-wide Hole-In-One Club available to all Members, male or female. To participate, call the Golf Shop at480-585-8521 to get your name on the sign-up sheet.

When a Member who is listed on the sign-up sheet makes ahole-in-one at Desert Highlands, all other Hole-In-One Club participants are charged $5 each. A portion of these funds is used to purchase a commemorative plaque for the lucky golfer, with the balance posted as a credit to the acer’s Club account.

Register for the 2008 Hoe Down… Boots, Birdies & BandanasHave you signed up for the Valley’s premiere Ladies Member-Guest event? Desert Highlands will once again play host to the 2008 Ladies Hoe Down. This year’s event will kick off on Tuesday, March 11th with a western themed party and will conclude on Thursday, March 13th. For more information or to sign up to play, contact a member of the Professional Staff at 480-585-8521 or sign up on the poster in the Ladies Locker Room.

Now’s the Time to PracticeNow that the Driving Range renovation is complete, Desert Highlands provides a state-of-the-art practice facility for Members and guests. The facility includes a range, short game area, putting course and practice putting green. However, in an effort to protect and to continue to provide these fantastic amenities, we ask all players to only hit bunker shots, short chips and flop shots in the short game area. And while using the practice putting green, please refrain from chipping as this green is to be used only for putting. We look forward to seeing you working on your game in an effort to drive down your handicaps.

Proper Practicing MethodsProper use of the range involves the process of hitting each range ball within the closest proximity of the previous divot. After taking your initial divot, the next range ball and each successive range ball should be placed either at the front, back, or side of the previous divot. As a result of this method, what you will have is a neat rectangular or square bare patch of dirt from which you have taken your divots (Exhibit B). This process reduces the amount of damage to the grass and keeps the effected area to a minimum unlike Exhibit A. In addition, it ensures that there will be grass for the next person to use. Above all, the recovery time for the range grass is greatly increased by controlling the damage to the area. We encourage all of our Members to employ the method described in this article. We are confident that your practice sessions will be more enjoyable and that you will see a significant increase in the quality of the practice range. If you have any questions or would like a demonstration, please stop by the Golf Shop at your convenience.

Congratulations to our Hole-In-One Club recent Acer:

Michelle Johansen Hole #7

Exhibit A Exhibit B

As well as the health benefits of staying fit and healthy extending into later years, physical activity also can extend years of independent living, reduce disability and improve the quality of life.• Regular lifestyle activity is particularly important for older people for

the maintenance of mobility and independent living.• Strength-training exercises can improve muscle strength, which is

important for tasks of daily living such as walking or getting up from a chair.• Physical activity - and particularly training to

improve strength, balance and coordination - has also been found to be highly effective in reducing the incidents of falls.

• Physical activity can help improve the emotional and mental well-being of older people. It is associated with reduced risk of developing depressive symptoms and can be effective in treating depression and enhancing mood.

• Physical activity may improve at least some aspects of cognitive function which are important to tasks of daily living. It is also associated with reduced risk of developing problems of cognitive impairment in old age.

• Functional decline and decreased levels of physical activity associated with ageing:

o Crossing a road within the time allowed on traffic light controlled crossings requires an average walking speed that is higher than that achievable by most 70 year olds.

o In the over-70s, 25% of women and 7% of men do not have sufficient leg strength to get out of a chair without using their arms.

o Forty-seven percent of women aged 70-74 have insufficient leg muscle power to step up onto a bus without using their arms.

o Twenty percent of women and 14% of men over 50 do not have the flexibility to wash their hair comfortably.

Don’t wait until you are 70 before doing something about your health and fitness. Think of minutes spent exercising each day as money in your health bank; start investing today. • Try to be active every day in as many ways as you can. • Think of ‘being active’ every day as an opportunity, not an

inconvenience. • The more you move, the better you will feel. Put energy back into your life!

(Source - Article by the Northhampton Borough Council)

Here at Desert Highlands we offer a variety of ways to stay active and in shape. We offer fitness classes such as Yoga, Pilates Spinning, Muscle Pump and Simply Strength. In addition, we provide monthly wellness lectures, member led walks that meet at the Fitness Center on Monday, Wednesday and Fridays and a monthly hike at Pinnacle Peak. Lastly, we have Personal Training from certified Trainers if you desire that one-on-one accountability. Call the Fitness Center today at 419-3771 to reserve a spot in one of our popular classes or to schedule an appointment with a trainer.

Come join us in 2008 for a series of monthly lectures on topics that will make you look and feel younger. Watch your upcoming flyers for all the details. Some of the topics include:

* The Biology of Exercise: How we were designed for movement* The Biology Of Nutrition: How to eat right to feed your mind and body * Arthritis and Pain seminar* The Biology of Aging: Secrets to Aging Slowly* The Biology of Emotion: The body mind connection* Osteoporosis* Menopause and Natural Hormone Replacement* Shopping and Reading Food Labels* Fatigue and Energy Disorders

aDVice on staying Fit into later years By Kristen Hustead

Our negotiations for improved water quality from with the City of Scottsdale continue to positively move forward. Once the agreement is finalized, hopefully by year end, it will take one year to design the new water treatment plant and two years to build. The City needs to build a new plant regardless of what happens with our water quality so we are asking for a larger treatment facility to accommodate the golf courses needs. Please remember, once we do receive good water it will take some time to reclaim our soils. Poor quality water has been applied to the golf course since 1998 and it is not as simple a flipping the switch and the problems disappear. The sand topdressing and agronomy plan has and will help turn the corner quicker, but it will still take some time.

The poor quality of irrigation water returned in the middle of November. We did see a decline in the overall color of the turf. This timing of the poor water in conjunction with the return of carts onto the fairways and the cooler temperatures has caused the reduction of the bold green color. Additional fertilizer has been added to promote recovery as quickly as possible. We did have additional fertilizer in place prior to the return of the bad water but it still is a shock to the growing system of the plant and needs some recovery time. The hotter temperatures of October and early November also took a toll on establishing the winter grass. Those warm temperatures allowed the summer grass to grow more than expected, leading to some competition issues that also will require additional fertilizer to aid in maturing the winter grass.

The greens continue to perform very well and are rolling approximately 10 feet on the stimp meter. The staff has been working on sodding and plugging out the bermuda grass encroachment which is a never ending battle, but we continue to focus efforts to stay ahead of this problem.

The detailing of the transition areas is also an ongoing project. Drainage, raking schedules, dust control, and the tie-ins to surrounding areas are taken into consideration for maintenance of these areas.

The golf course maintenance staff continues to work very hard at providing the expected playing conditions. Please help by fixing your ballmarks and filling your divots.

golF course maintenance newsBy Phil Shoemaker

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Mark your calendars for the DH Health & Wellness Fair on Monday, January 28th at the Fitness Center!

Desert HigHlanDs - a Fine Place to Play!Every year I write a little piece about the fine tennis facilities at Desert Highlands and this year is no different. The annual upkeep as well as operational and capital improvements guarantee that all areas of your tennis facilities are maintained to the highest standards possible.

During the summer of 2007, all of the walls surrounding the Racquet Club and the outside amenity courts were patched and painted. Also, we moved the sleeves on the Racquet Club grass courts 14” toward the outside walls of each court so we could effectively ‘rest’ the two outside courts by using the middle court (same as is currently done on the field grass courts). Finally, the fall overseeding on the grass courts was spectacular; the grass looks better than ever!

The clay courts are also in immaculate condition. Recently, Tim Beyer from Lee Tennis (clay court specialists) visited our facility and claimed that our courts were in the best shape of any courts he had seen. This is a real tribute to our maintenance staff and to the fact that we renovate these courts every four months.In the next few years, we have plans to patch and resurface the five total Asphalt and Nova Probounce courts.

Tennis Gifts GaloreWith a terrific selection of men’s and ladies tennis apparel, accessories, racquets, and shoes available, stop by the Tennis Center to buy holiday gifts for the tennis players in your life. We have sharp new DH logo Prince crew neck shirts too! If we don’t have it, we’ll special order it! (*Please allow five days for special orders). We’ll make it easy for you and gift wrap your purchases too. All of this at 20% off retail prices for Members – great prices for great tennis gifts!

BBQ at the Tennis Courts The Racquet Club BBQs continue to be a big hit and will continue each and every Saturday from 11:00 am – 1:30 pm weather permitting. Menu items include Hamburgers, Cheeseburgers, Grilled Chicken sandwiches and Hot Dogs. Come on down to the Racquet Club to play or watch some tennis, shoot some hoops, throw a line in the lake, and enjoy the BBQ!

DH Tennis Enjoying Fundraising Events Our annual tennis calendar now includes three fundraising events: ‘Rally for the Cure’ ladies exchange (held November 2nd) as well as mixed doubles fundraisers for the Scottsdale Community College men’s tennis team (December 15th) and the ASU ladies team (January 5, 2008). Your support of these events is much appreciated by your tennis staff and by those that your donations aide. I really appreciate your continued enthusiasm toward these events----definitely ensuring that we’ll keep them on our annual calendar.

Our Program and Staff Have a Lot to Offer The hiring of our full time Assistant Tennis Professional David Smith has allowed us to offer more tennis clinics and programs than ever before. We now boast over 10 clinics weekly for adults and juniors. Our latest addition is a co-ed 3.0 clinic on Tuesdays from 10:00 am - 11:00 am. All lower level players (male and female) are urged to participate in this clinic, intended to polish up your skills and/or learn new ones. Also, if you are looking for a private lesson, give David a call at 419-3652.

Teams on a RollOnce again, two of our three interclub teams are near or at the top of their respective divisions. Readying for the playoff run are Doug James’ 4.0 men team (currently 1st place), and Shelly Harding’s 3.5 ladies team (currently 3rd place). Playoffs are this month and the spring season begins in late January. Results will be updated in January’s newsletter.

December Tennis Tip: (From David Smith, Asst Tennis Professional)Volley Preparation: Plan for defense, hope for offense. Expect backhand, want forehand. Tilt the head of the racquet slightly toward the backhand side. A backhand volley will never be a surprise. Reactions will always be quicker to the forehand side; windshield wipers will be gone forever!!!

December Highlighted Events: (detailed in your monthly flyers)Friday, December 7th Ladies A/B event 9:00 am, lunch to followSaturday, December 8th Men’s A/B event 11:30 am, BBQ lunchFriday, December 14th Ladies Cookie Exchange & Play Day 9:00 am, Cookie exchange at 11:15 amSaturday, December 15th SCC Men’s Fundraiser 11:30 am, BBQ lunchSaturday, December 22nd Andersons vs. Hings, father/son exhibition 11:30 am, BBQ lunch

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By Eric Anderson

'Rally for the Cure' event winnersConchita Swain and Celia Stretmater

By Joe Schwartz, Design Review Chair and Dawn D. Tenney, Design Review Coordinator

Fire PreVention anD naos maintenance

Natural Area Open Space (NAOS) has become a household phrase around Desert Highlands as it covers and protects a very large part of Desert Highlands’ 850 acres. This beautiful preserved Sonoran Desert has always been a danger in the

summer months when the dry heat and lack of rain causes “extreme” conditions for potential fire. We have heard the news reports of the recent wild-land fires in Southern California. This event could happen just as easily at Desert Highlands. We have the continuing drought, lightning strikes, parched desert foliage and the wind necessary to spread the flames and it did happen nearby several years ago. We were fortunate that the fires did not reach us. This is a very serious problem that could impact us at any time in the future- especially in the dry summer months.

The City of Scottsdale Fire Department is working closely with the City of Scottsdale Environmentally Sensitive Lands Department to educate homeowners that live in communities north of the Central Arizona Canal which require NAOS areas on each parcel.

It is suggested that all homeowners should create a well-maintained, live vegetation zone to prevent damage to structures in case of wild-land fires. This is precisely the philosophy that Desert Highlands was founded upon. The Design Guidelines explains the four areas that make up your lot which are 1) Building Envelope 2) Private Area 3) Transitional Area and 4) Natural Area.

Think of the center of your lot as the core, or the heart of the lot, that makes up your home. The home sits within the Building Envelope and is surrounded by Private Area (yard/pool/flowers/manicured landscaping), next is the Transition Area outside your walls, and finally the area considered NAOS known as Natural Area.

To protect us from harm, the agencies mentioned previously have suggested the following preventative action for the lots at Desert Highlands. Maintain a 15-ft zone around your home; thin dead and down vegetation; perennial grasses and overgrown bushes; remove dead branches or branches touching the ground. Thin another 15-ft for maximum protection. A total of 30 feet from the existing residence is the maximum area. Walls on the lot and perimeter should be a maximum of 20 feet. In order to prevent fueling fire, this method will help to shield your home and its surroundings. We are still required to keep the NAOS natural; however, we now are allowed to create a transition area for added protection. The area that is untouched must be maintained in order to preserve existing vegetation so that the overall preservation of the Sonoran desert filled with indigenous plant material can provide a profound experience of living in this unique desert environment.

The Design Review Committee has conducted an audit of all lots at Desert Highlands to determine if the landscaping surrounding your lot is in need of thinning and is considered a fire hazard, not only to your home but to neighboring properties. If this condition exists, you will receive notice that you should take corrective action and have your landscaper contact Dawn Tenney for recommended changes to bring your lot into conformance with the City of Scottsdale Fire Department Guidelines. If you require names of approved landscaping contractors to help you make these improvements, please call Dawn Tenney at 480-419-3712.

Fire Hazard

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For your conVenienceTerra S.H. Waldron, CCMGeneral [email protected]

Eric AndersonDirector of [email protected]

Diane BuechnerExecutive [email protected]

Terry Burns Facilities [email protected]

Nick Ciliento Director of [email protected]

Lorraine DaMottaController480-419-3701ldamotta@deserthighlandsscottsdale.com

Carey FasslerMarketing/Real Estate [email protected]

Christophe Hermine Assistant General [email protected]

Michael HooblerExecutive [email protected]

Kristen HusteadDirector of [email protected]

Kelly KubschMembership Communications [email protected]

Phil Shoemaker Golf Course Superintendent480-585-8505pshoemaker@deserthighlandsscottsdale.com

Dawn Tenney Director of Member [email protected]

Doug WestcottDirector of [email protected]

Residential ServicesHome Inspection ServicesDesert Highlands Residential ServicesContact: Dawn Tenney, 480-419-3712

Landscape Care Contact: 480-585-8504

Pool & Spa CareContact: Dawn Tenney, 480-419-3712

Pest Prevention ServicesContact: Dawn Tenney, 480-419-3712

real estate news By Carey Fassler

The media continues to report on the many homes available for sale throughout the Phoenix Metropolitan area. As I write this, a record 55,000 homes are for sale including a 31-month supply of homes in the Valley priced over $1 Million. Catherine Reagor of the Arizona Republic reports that at least one out of every three of these available homes

is empty with owners who are extremely motivated to cut prices. Many of these houses are investor owned and others are vacant because people have moved to other houses, unable to sell their first residence. Others are new homes that builders are offering great deals on. And, a growing number of vacant homes are owned by lenders that foreclosed on the properties. All of this means it remains a buyer’s market and sellers have a lot of competition now.

Despite the challenging real estate market, we have now reported 30 sales transactions consisting of 28 homes and 2 lots. Of these sales, 29 have closed escrow resulting in $2,025,000 or 27 net membership fee revenue.

Currently, we have approximately 32 homes available for sale ranging in price from $1,050,000 to $7,750,000 and there are 5 home sites available ranging in price from $575,000 to $850,000. For additional information on homes and home sites available for sale, please log onto www.deserthighlandsscottsdale.com. The Real Estate Section is updated daily and contains photos of all homes and home sites available.

While we do not have a Sunset Tour of Homes scheduled in the busy month of December, we look forward to the next realtor tour on January 9th from 4:00 – 6:00 pm. We encourage those of you who are interested to participate in the Tours. Tour Booklets will be available at the Security office the afternoon of the Tour.

In addition to real estate news, I am pleased to report that Desert Highlands has once again received national attention in the golf world. LINKS Magazine has included Desert Highlands among its 100 Premier Properties in its 2007-08 Annual Guide to the Best Golf Communities. Included in this edition is an interesting article about the transition from Developer to Member ownership among private golf communities with contribution from Desert Highlands General Manager, Terra Waldron.

I am further pleased to tell you about local coverage Desert Highlands received in the Scottsdale Tribune November 1st edition. The article, “The Golfing Life” featured several Desert Highlands Members and Director of Golf, Doug Westcott, along with photographs of the spectacular golf course. My sincere thanks go to those Members who agreed to be interviewed and/or photographed for this article. An online excerpt of the article is available on the Member's website.

© 2007 Club Marketing, Inc. 813-925-0865

WELCoME NEW MEMbERS Lot #James & Sherryl Evans #384 Scottsdale, AZ

S u n M o n Tue W e d T h u Fr i S a t 1

Lunch Service 11:00 am – 3:00 pm

Social Doubles Tennis 9:00 am

BBQ @ Tennis Center 11:00 am - 1:30 pm

Men’s 4.0 ATA Tennis

Ventana & Grille Dinner Service 5:30 – 9:00 pm

2 Lunch Service 11:00 am– 3:00 pm

Men’s 3.5-4.0+ Doubles Tennis 9 am

Grille Dinner Service 5:30 – 9:00 pm

3 Golf Course Closed

Clubhouse & Halfway House Closed No Regular Lunch Service

SWSPGA Pro Supt Golf Tournament

Fitness Power Walk 7:00 am

Ladies 3.5 ATA Tennis

Desert Foothills Golf @ Desert Forest

Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture

No Regular Dinner Service

4

Lunch Service 11:00 am– 3:00 pm

Men’s Golf Front 9/Back 9 Group


5 Lunch Service 11:00 am – 3:00 pm


Ladies 4.5 Playtennis

Men’s Interclub Golf Boulders @ DH

Happy Hour Buffet 5:30 - 8:00 pm



Ladies Day Golf

Ladies Mtn Team Golf @ Rio Verde

Men’s 4.0+ Grass Ct Doubles 3 pm

Golf Rules Seminar 3:00-4:30 pm

Game Night


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Ladies A/B Tennis & Lunch 9:00 am

Hanukkah Dinner




Men’s A/B Tennis Event 11:30 am


Men’s 4.0 ATA Tennis




Happy Highlander Golf Tournament





Ladies 3.5 ATA Tennis

Healing Properties of Water 1:00 pm


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Lunch Service 11:00 am—3:00 pm



12 Lunch Service 11:00 am—3:00 pm


Hike the Peak 6:45 am

Board Meeting 8:00 am

Ladies 4.5 Playtennis

Ladies Mtn Team Golf Rio Verde @DH

Happy Hour Buffet 5:30 - 8:00 pm No Regular Dinner Service


Ladies Day Golf





Ladies Tennis Play Day & Cookie Exchange 9:00 am



Breakfast with Santa 9:30 am


Men’s 4.0 ATA Tennis SCC College Tennis Fundraiser 11:30am










Men’s Interclub Golf @ Boulders


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Lunch Service 11:00 am-3:00 pm



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Lunch Service 11:00 am - 3:00 pm




Ladies Day Golf - Casual Play





Tennis Ladies Play Day 9:00 am

Holiday Friends & Family Golf School

Festive Dinner




Tennis Pro Exhibition 11:30 am






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24 Golf Course & Halfway House Open

10:00 am Shotgun No Regular Lunch Service Golf Shop closes at 3pm


No Regular Dinner Service __________________________


10:00 am Shotgun No regular lunch service Golf Shop closes at 3pm

New Year’s Eve Celebration


25 Clubhouse Closed

Christmas

Golf Course Open For Walkers Only

No Lunch or Dinner Service

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Happy Hour Buffet 5:30 - 8:00 pm


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Ladies Day Golf - Casual Play



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Clubhouse Lunch Service 11:00 am - 3:00 pm Tuesday-Sunday Clubhouse Dinner Service 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm Thursday - Sunday Happy Hour Buffet Wednesdays 5:30-8:00 pm Bar Service Hours 11:00 am - 9:00 pm Wednesday-Sunday, 11 am-5:00 pm Tuesdays Halfway House Open 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Tuesday-Sunday Highlands Racquet Club 7:00 am - 3:00 pm Monday-Sunday Fitness Center open 5:00 am - 9:00 pm Monday-Sunday Driving Range Hours 7:30 am to 5:30 pm Nov 16—Jan 31 Golf Shop open 7:00 am - 6:00 pm Tuesday - Sunday

Be sure to log onto our Members Only web site for extended calendar information.

2007 Calendar of Events for December

For reservations or more information call 480-585-7444. Events subject to change.

Revised 11/27/07

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fr i Sat

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Golf Course & Halfway House open Clubhouse closed

No regular lunch service




Desert Foothills Golf @ Boulders



Ladies Day Golf

Men’s 4.0+ Grass Ct Doubles 3:00 pm

Game Night

Grille Dinner Service 5:30 - 9:00pm

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Tennis Ladies Play Day 9 am





ASU Ladies Tennis Fundraiser 11:30 am



6

Sunday Brunch 10:00 am - 2:00 pm


Grille Dinner Service 5:30-9:00 pm

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Golf Course & Halfway House Open 12:30pm Shotgun Clubhouse Closed


Men’s Interclub Golf @ Troon

No Regular Lunch or

Dinner Service

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Hike the Peak 6:45 am

Realtor Tour 4:00 - 6:00 pm

Dance Like the Stars


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Ladies Day Golf



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Brain Fun & Fitness Workshop 9:30 am



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12:30 pm Shotgun Clubhouse Closed


No Regular Lunch or Dinner Service

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Men’s Interclub Golf Troon @ DH




Ladies Day Golf


Grille Dinner Service

5:30 – 9:00 pm




Ladies Mtn Team Golf @ PP




Men’s Club Singles Tennis Championship Finals 11:30 am



20 Sunday Brunch 10:00 am - 2:00 pm


Couples Golf Choose Up #1

Roma Café 5:30 - 8:00 pm



12:30 pm Shotgun Clubhouse Closed


Ladies 3.5 ATA Tennis 9:00 am

Biology of Exercise Lecture 1:00 pm


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4.5 Ladies Playtennis Match 9:00 am

Ladies Mtn Team Golf PP @ DH



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Ladies Day Golf



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Men’s 4.0 ATA Tennis 9:00 am

“Shuffle” Mixed Doubles Tennis Mixer 11:30 am


Ventana & Grille Dinner Service

5:30 – 9:00 pm

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Golf Course & Halfway House Open 12:30 pm Shotgun



Ladies 3.5 ATA Tennis 9:00 am


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Ladies Luncheon & Chef Cooking Demonstration


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4.5 Ladies Playtennis Match 9:00 am



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Ladies Day Golf



2008 Calendar of Events for January

Clubhouse Lunch Service 11:00 am - 3:00 pm Tuesday-Saturday Sunday Brunch 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Sunday Clubhouse Dinner Service 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm Thursday - Sunday Happy Hour Buffet Wednesdays 5:30-8:00 pm Bar Service Hours 11:00 am - 6:00 pm Tuesday 11:00 am - 9:00 pm Wednesday-Sunday Halfway House Open 8:00 - 4:00 pm Tuesday-Sunday 11:00 - 5:00 pm Mondays Highlands Racquet Club 7:00 am - 3:00 pm Monday-Sunday Fitness Center open 5:00 am - 9:00 pm Monday-Sunday Driving Range Hours Nov 16 - Jan 31 7:30 am - 5:30 pm * except for Monday when open 11 am - 12:30 pm from Jan. 1st - May 1st Golf Shop Open 7:00 am - 6:00 pm Tuesday - Sunday Monday Shotgun Days 10:30 am - 6:00 pm

Be sure to log onto our Members Only web site at www.deserthighlandsscottsdale.com

Revised 11/27/07

For reservations or more information call 480-585-7444 - Events subject to change

Duplicate Bridge Lessons Mondays 9:30 - 11:30 am

in the Clubhouse Grille Room beginning January 7th

These DH sessions will emphasize an introduction to duplicate bridge, covering modern conventions &

bidding systems plus advanced techniques of play & defense. This course is not for beginner bridge players but should present no problem for experienced players. Our instructor, Jerry Gaer, is a 50+ year member of

the American Contract Bridge League with the rank of Grand Life Master (the highest rank attainable) with over 16,000 masterpoints. He has won National Championships and has won over 200 Regional Tournament events as a professional tournament

player for many years and has served as tournament director. As an experienced teacher, Jerry lectures to

new players at local & regional tournaments. Please call Eilene Raiden at 480-563-5737 for

class cost, information and to sign up.

Ladies Luncheon Cooking with Chef Michael Hoobler

Tuesday, January 29th 11:30 am Reception 12:00 pm Plated Lunch

Chef Hoobler will present a cooking demonstration while the Ladies enjoy their plated lunch.

$24.00 plus tax & gratuity per person

Limited to 45 Members so please call 585-7444 soon to sign up!

48 hour cancellation policy

Mark your calendars for the Annual Member Meeting

Monday, March 17th!

Roma Café Sunday, January 20th

6:00 - 9:00 pm

Pasta and many other Italian specialties of the

old world await you at this delicious buffet.

Make reservations now at 585-7444 for your trip

to Italy, without leaving Desert Highlands.

$28.00 plus tax & gratuity per adult, 1/2 price for children 5-12

Country Club Casual Attire Requested

72 hr cancellation policy

* Please note: No regular dinner service that evening.

Game Night

1st Thursday of the month Next 2 Upcoming Events

December 6th & January 3rd

Attention all card & game players: Bridge - Come with or without a partner

Mahjong, Cribbage, Gin, Shanghai - Arrange your game and we will reserve a table.

Please arrive at 4:45 pm at the Clubhouse. Play starts promptly at 5:00 pm.

No charge for cards. No host cocktail service. Wonderful buffet at 7:00 pm Dinner is open to all players.

Non-playing spouse/partners are invited to join the buffet dinner at 7:00 pm.

Buffet dinner: $24 per person plus tax & gratuity

Sign up for games & dinner by calling DH at 585-7444.


December−January Clubhouse Events

Happy Hours & Themed

Dinner Buffets

Wednesday evenings

Happy Hour drink specials from 5:00-6:30 pm. A dinner buffet with

Chef Hoobler specialties will be served

from 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm. * No a la carte menu/to go orders

will be offered.

$20.95 plus tax & gratuity per person.

Call 585-7444 for reservations.

Chef Festive Dinner Friday, December 21st 5:30 pm No Host Cocktails 6:00 pm Dinner

Enjoy a fantastic four course plated festive dinner from Chef Hoobler:

Roasted Red Pepper Bisque

Roasted Turbot w/ Creamed Celery Root, Lobster Butter Sauce & Fennel Salad

Grilled Lamb Loin w/ Black Truffle Mashed Potatoes, Asparagus

Pumpkin Crunch Mousse Torte w/ White Chocolate-Cinnamon Ganache

Seating will be tables of 8 in the Ventana Dining Room.

$48.00 per person plus tax & gratuity.

Sign up early by calling 585-7444! 72 hr cancellation policy in effect

Sunday Brunch Begins in January!

Sundays 10:00 am - 2:00 pm * Call 585-7444 for reservations.

Details to follow

*No regular lunch service/to go orders

Breakfast with Santa Saturday, December 15th

9:30 am - Santa’s workshop in the Mesa Grille Cookie Decorating and Ornament Creating. A Special Visitor will bring smiles to all!

10:30 am - Breakfast Brunch Buffet featuring French Toast, Omelets, Fruit & much more

11:30 am - Santa arrives in the Mesa Grille Santa & helpers will bring special presents straight from

the North Pole for the kids.

$38.00 plus tax and gratuity per adult $19.00 plus tax and gratuity per child 5-12

$10.00 plus tax and gratuity per child under 5

Call 585-7444 to make reservations! 72 hour cancellation policy in effect

ATTENTION ADULTS: Please bring your labeled presents to the Clubhouse the day before or early that morning so

they can be distributed to the children.

Celebrate Hanukkah with Family and Friends!

Friday, December 7, 2007

Enjoy a traditional Hanukkah dinner including brisket and latkes!

No Host Cocktail Reception at 6:00 pm Dinner to be served at 6:45 pm in the Ventana Dining Room

$36.00 plus tax and gratuity per person Children 5-12 $18.00 per child plus tax and gratuity.

Children under 5 are no charge. Business Casual Attire Requested.

Call the Concierge at 585-7444 for reservations. 72 hour cancellation policy in effect for this event.

Onboard Activities:

♦ Elegant 4 course Progressive dinner: Potato Leek Soup

Baby Greens Salad w/ Razz Cherries Grilled Beef Tenderloin w/ Mushroom Risotto

Maine Lobster Cake Chocolate Hazelnut Crunch Mousse Tower

♦ Music and dancing ♦ Casino with

Blackjack, craps & roulette ♦ New Year’s Celebration 12 midnight EST, 10:00 pm local ♦ Auction - Use your winnings to

bid on fabulous prizes

Don’t miss the boat!

Book your passage today

480-585-7444

The SS Desert Highlands sets sail New Year’s Eve for a fun-filled

journey into the New Year!

Departure Date: 12/31/07 Leaves the dock at 6:30 pm

Cocktail Attire

Guests welcome!

Tariff $100.00 per person inclusive


RSVP to 480-585-7444

Happy Highlander Couples Mixed Member/Guest

Golf Tournament

Join us for this DH tradition with your favorite guests.

Sunday, December 9th 12:00 pm shotgun

Team up with the opposite spouse. Jack & Jill format - Each player will play

their own ball and team with the opposite spouse in a Net Better Ball format. Jack/Jill score will then be added

together for the team score.

$275.00 per team of 4 includes cart fees, buffet dinner & prizes

Call 585-8521 or go online to sign up!

‘Know the Rules’ Seminar Thursday, December 6th

3:00 - 4:30 pm

Are you ever in a position on the Golf Course and are

struggling on how to proceed? This class will cover rules on course, situations and live demonstrations.

$20 per person Please sign up at 585-8521 or

[email protected]

Couples Choose-Up Sunday, January 20th Tee times 9:30 - 11:30 am

2 Person Best Ball Please sign up as a couple - we will pair you with another couple.

Handicap: 95% Ladies/90% Men Cost: Cart fees

Please call 585-8521 or sign up on Foretees! Dinner on your own in the Clubhouse -

Please call 585-7444 for dinner reservations.

Don't forget: The Golf Shop Credit Book

expires December 31, 2007! We have great holiday gift ideas so be sure to use up that credit

before the end of the year. Call 585-8521 with any questions!

Save the Date Ladies! Swing ‘n Sing Member/Member Two Day Event is February 20th & 21st!

Golfing Clinics

Wednesdays 2:00 - 3:00 pm $25 per person per class

December 5th Chipping January 9th Pitching January 23rd Full Swing Basics February 6th Irons March 5th Woods

Please call the Golf Shop at 480-585-8521 to register for all instruction.

Saturday Super Clinic

A 3 week session which focuses on 3 clubs: the driver, wedge and putter. These clubs make up 75% of your score. Each week will be devoted to improving your

technique with one of these clubs.

Saturdays 9:00 - 10:00 am $120 for all 3 sessions

January 12th, 19th, & 26th

Supervised Practices Ensure your practice time is spent wisely. Practice your game with the supervision of

your teaching Pro. Fridays 3:00-4:00 pm $25 per person per session

December 14th, January 18th February 8th, March 14th

Game Improvement Package

Take an individual 6 week program which covers every aspect of your

game to on-course instruction. A great way to improve your

overall game & lower your handicap! This package includes 6.5 hours of one-on-one instruction for $499.

Holiday Friends & Family Golf School

Friday, December 21st

10:00 am - 3:00 pm on the Driving Range Bring your friends and family to our Holiday Golf School

to learn from the best! 4 to 1 Student to Teacher Ratio!

Director of Instruction, Karen Nannen, and Head Golf Pro, Andy Phelan will bring out the best in your golf game using:

On Course Game Evaluation Full Swing Video Analysis

Short Game

Instructional book & lunch included! $250 per person Members & Guests welcome. Reserve your spot by Dec. 19th. Email Karen at [email protected] or call the Golf Shop at 585-8521.

DECEMBER WEEKLY TENNIS PROGRAMS

Thursdays Men’s 4.0+ Grass Court Doubles 3:00 pm Fridays Ladies Play Day (All levels) 9:00 am Saturdays Social Doubles Tennis (All levels) 9:00 am Sundays Men’s 3.5/4.0 Doubles 9:00 am

DECEMBER WEEKLY TENNIS CLINICS

Tuesdays Ladies 4.5 Team Drill * 8:30 - 10:00 am Tuesdays Co-Ed 3.0 Clinic * 10:00 - 11:00 am Thursdays Ladies 3.5 Team Drill 9:00 - 10:30 am Thursdays Men’s 3.0/3.5 Clinic 10:30 - 11:30 am Fridays Men’s 4.0 Team Drill 2:00 - 3:30 pm

* No clinic held on December 25th. Clinics are based on 4-6 people at $20.00 per hour per person unless otherwise noted. If three people or less attend,

a semi-private rate of $80 per hour is divided among those attending.

December Weekly Junior Clinics

Tuesdays Junior Stars 4:00 - 5:00 pm

Wednesdays Junior Elite 4:00 - 5:00 pm

Thursdays Junior Champs 4:00 - 5:00 pm

Thursdays Rascals 5:00 - 5:30 pm

All clinics are $15/session, per student. Please call DH Assistant Professional, David Smith at 419-3652 if you have a

child interested in taking these clinics.

Ladies A/B Event Friday, December 7th 9:00 am

4.0 & above level Ladies paired with 3.5 & below level ladies compete in this annual A/B event.

Sign up with or without a partner - we’ll find one for you.

$5.00 per player Box lunch @ Tennis Center to follow

Call 419-3652 to sign up!

Tennis Pro Exhibition Saturday, December 22nd 11:30 am

Father/Son Exhibition Enjoy watching Eric & Kevin Anderson take on

Greg & Spencer Hing in a battle on grass!

* An a la carte BBQ will be available courtside.

Men’s A/B Event Saturday, December 8th 11:30 am 4.0 & above level men paired with 3.5 & below

level men compete in this annual A/B event. Sign up with or without a partner -

we’ll find one for you. $5.00 per player 24 players maximum

BBQ lunch @ Tennis Center to follow Call 419-3652 to sign up!

Join the Tennis Center Saturday a la carte BBQs on Saturdays from 11:00 am – 1:30 pm on December 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th and January 5th, 12th, 19th & 26th

Come watch or play some tennis, play basketball or fish and enjoy a great BBQ!

“Shuffle” Mixed Doubles Mixer Saturday, January 26th 11:30 am All levels mixed doubles - switching partners & opponents each round!

Call 419-3652 to sign up! * An a la carte BBQ will be available courtside.

December-January Tennis Events

Ladies Play Day & Holiday Cookie Exchange

Open to all Ladies! Friday, December 14th

Tennis at 9:00 am Cookie exchange at 11:15 am

Bake & take your favorite cookie recipe to the Tennis Center. Bring 36 cookies & then enjoy hot cider and holiday music

with a special musical guest! RSVP to 419-3652!

Scottsdale Community

College Tennis Fundraiser

Saturday, December 15th 11:30 am Mixed Doubles fun with DH Ladies

paired with SCC men for a 2 hour mixer. Tax deductible donation of $90.00 plus

lunch for you & your partner. * A la carte BBQ lunch courtside 10 ladies only so sign up quickly!

Call 419-3652 to register.

Men’s Singles Tennis Club Championships

Begins the week of January 7th (Flex match scheduling w/ opponent) Finals on Saturday, January 19th

at 11:30 am @ Racquet Club Clay Courts Matches to be played on clay courts

Schedule 1st & 2nd round match on your own. Division I - 4.0 & up / Division II - 3.5 & below

8 players maximum per division $5 per player to enter. Call 419-3652 by January 3rd to register. Draws posted on January 5th.

ASU Tennis Team Fundraiser

Saturday, January 5th 11:30 am

8 DH Men are paired with 8 ASU Ladies Tennis Team

members for mixed doubles fun!

Round Robin Format

$125 tax deductible donation (Check to Sun Angel Foundation)

& Buy A la Carte BBQ lunch for you and your partner!

The first 8 DH Men to sign up get in so call 419-3652 now!

Mondays Tuesdays Wednesdays Thursdays Fridays

7.00 am 50/50

Spin & Tone Muscle Pump

Cardio 50/50

Spin & Tone Simply Strength Muscle Pump

Cardio

8:00 am Yoga Infusion ** Yoga ** * No class on 12/28

8:30 am Yoga ** Yoga ** * No class on 12/26

9:30 am Spin Spin

10:00 am Spin Spin

11:00 am Simply Strength

Fitness Class Schedule December 2007

*** No classes on Christmas Day! *** 24 hour cancellation policy in effect Class days & times subject to change.

All classes require 3 people minimum to conduct the class except ** minimum of 4 people Sign up at the Fitness Center - 419-3771

Fitness Class Descriptions

Muscle Pump Cardio - The fastest and most FUN way to get in shape! This 50 minute weight training class is choreographed to motivating music for men and women. You will work all of your muscles with light weights and heavy reps. Results include muscle tone, strength and endurance WITHOUT bulk. Simply Strength - Tone and strengthen the entire body using various weights, resistance bands and fit balls. This class is designed for all fitness levels, unique in its approach to individual attention. Spinning® - Get an awesome cardio workout without impact. Gentle on your joints, effective heart rate training, and a safe way to strengthen and tone your leg muscles. For beginner to outdoor cycling enthusiasts, this class guarantees you’ll burn between 500-700 calories per session! Format includes 5 min warm-up, 40-45 min aerobic and anaerobic intervals followed by a thorough 5-10 min cool down & stretch. A water bottle is a must! 50/50 Spin & Tone - Get the best of both worlds. Enjoy 25 minutes of spin, 25 minutes of tone, followed by 10 minutes of stretch. This is the perfect class for those limited in time, yet want a full body workout. Pilates - StottTM Mat Pilates is a system of activating your muscles that takes both physical and mental control resulting in long, lean muscles, increased flexibly, improved posture and balance, as well as the benefits of core conditioning to enhance your tennis or golf game . Whatever your gender, age, fitness level or physical challenge, anyone can practice this method of muscle training as little as 15 minutes a day-you will see and feel a difference! Yoga Monday - Primarily a Hatha program this Yoga practice combines breath, poses and meditation to enhance flexibility, fluidity, strength, concentration and balance. Geared towards active adults with golf in mind each class is unique; the pace and emphasis varies, based on the needs of the group. Wednesday - Yoga with a Restorative focus. This class begins with a centering meditation, progresses to breathe practice and moves into long held supported poses designed to open the body gently; re-harmonizing the body and mind, and refreshing the spirit. Thursday - Infusion Yoga: We've combined Yoga and Pilates principles to put some power and purpose into your practice at ANY level of yoga! Learn how to flow thru your vinasaya practice with precision and grace finding your strength from the inside out. Refine the basics or expand your practice with this energetic class. Modification offered for various levels. Friday - Beginners Yoga. A class for anyone, even seasoned yogi’s. A “how to” paced class often breaking for Q&A, with emphasis on structure, purpose and benefits.

Biology of Exercise Monday, January 21st 1:00 pm

By Charlie Boeyink MPT, OCS

What happens to our bodies physically when we exercise? After all, our bodies were designed for movement. Come learn more about the Glycolosis,

Krebs cycle, stages of healing after damaged tissue, biochemistry of the muscle contraction, as

well as the benefits of strength training, increased bone density, improved glucose metabolism, low back

& arthritic pain reduction, and more. $15 per person Please call 419-3771 to sign up.

Health & Wellness Fair Monday, January 28th

9:00 am - 1:00 pm Come to learn more about various health & wellness topics & services including:

• Body Fat Testing • Resting Metabolic Rate Testing

• Health Screen Testing • Nutrition Services

• Aesthetician Services • Massage Therapy

• Rebound Golf Performance

• Homemade Granola, Exercise Products

Please call Kristen at 419-3771 with any questions.

The Brain Fun & Fitness Workshop Saturday, January 12th 9:30 am - 3:30 pm

Your brain is designed to improve throughout your life… if you know how to ask! This fun, interactive workshop show how to build brain power!

Understand how the brain works! Taste foods that help your brain grow! Learn mind calming techniques! Do mental exercises for a total brain workout!

You’ll take home a personalized brain fitness plan too. Led by Phyllis Strupp, Brain Fitness Coach, Author of award-winning book “The Richest of Fare”

$65 per person Sign up by calling Kristen at 419-3771 * Bring a bag lunch or order from dining room. 48 hour cancellation policy

Dance like the Stars! Ballroom & Country Variety Our ballroom dance classes are a great way to learn to dance and feel more

comfortable on the dance floor. Easy, fun, instruction by instructor Dale Kuhn with more than 20 years of teaching experience. Dances taught in these 4 week

Sessions will include ballroom & country style dances. Get ready to dance at your next important social event! Also, this is a fun way to exercise with your partner!

No experience necessary! Join the fun! Open to beginners & continuing dancers!

Wednesdays January 9th, 16th, 23rd, & 30th 6:15 - 7:15 pm Ballroom Dance

7:15 - 8:15 pm Country Variety - Country waltz & line dancing Minimum of 5 couples, maximum of 8 couples per session

$120 per couple for each 4 week session (refunds not available)

48 hr cancellation policy prior to 1st day of session * No gift certificates accepted for class payment. ** Due to the special flooring in our fitness room, we ask that our Members wear soft soled shoes.

Please call 419-3771 to sign up and learn how to dance like the stars!

POWER WALKS

Join the Member led walk on Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays at 7:00 am.

Meet at the Fitness Center. Call 419-3771 for more details.

Did you know that 75% of your body is composed of water!

Would you like to know the secrets of what water can do for

you including weight loss and digestive health?

Join Clinical Nutritionist, Via Gibson as she unveils the numerous benefits that water can have in your life. You will learn what brands of "Bottled" and "Filtered" water is best for you along with the new found science of Hado,

a healing practice using water.

Monday, December 10th 1:00 pm in Clubhouse

$45 per person Contact the Fitness Center at

419-3771 to sign up for this fun and mind-opening seminar!

Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture Lecture Monday, December 3rd

1:00 pm in the Clubhouse

* also known as Cosmetic Acupuncture * virtually painless, non-surgical method

of reducing signs of aging * come and learn how it works and

the effects that can be expected * through this ancient technique you will look and feel younger by addressing physical, mental and emotional patterns that cause disease and contribute to

the aging process. $30 Per person

Please call 419-3771 to register!

Please see the enclosed Fitness class schedule and class descriptions for more info. Our Fitness class cost is $14 per class/person!

call 419-3771 to sign up for a class!

We sit at its base but how many of you have hiked to the peak of Pinnacle Peak?

Join us the 2nd Wednesday of each month December 12th & January 9th

Meet at 6:45 am at the Fitness Center to drive together or meet at Pinnacle Peak trailhead at 7:00 am.

Hike will be approximately 60-90 minutes in length. No charge. Please sign up by calling 419-3771

at least 24 hours in advance.

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December 2007 Agronomy Calendar

NOTE: This schedule could change due to weather patterns.

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