NEWS MEMBERSHIP
VOL. 4 ISSUE 3
INSIDE MEMBERSHIP SPOTLIGHT The Bear Family
FALL EVENTS
Oktoberfest Thanksgiving at Elements
WHAT’S THE NEWS
Enjoy the Great Conditions on the Golf Course. Spend your Thanksgiving with Angel Fire Resort.
FALL 2014
MEMBER MESSAGE
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t is great to hear all of the positive comments about the golf course this year. Our new superintendent Joe Distefano has gotten off to a great start with his plans to improve the course and make the Angel Fire Resort Golf Course a must play destination not only for our members but also for golfers across the country. It was also exciting to hear how the Angel Fire Bike Park has become a true family venue with the new Easy Street trail. This trail, designed specifically for beginners provides your family members a safe and controlled environment where they can spend a day on the mountain riding bikes and enjoying the beauty of nature. Speaking of natural beauty, we hope you have plans to visit Angel Fire this fall for the turning of the Aspens. If you need to relax and recharge there is no better time or place than Angel Fire in the fall. The golden mountain sides have a
way of rejuvenating the soul unlike any other time of the year. We look forward to enjoying the mountain with you this fall, Your Membership Team
ON THE COVER
SO YOU KNOW
RICHARD TREMBELY A member since 2005, Richard shot a hole-in-one on Saturday, June 7 at hole number six. Trembely lives with his wife in Albuquerque, but loves coming to Angel Fire with his grandchildren. Amazingly enough, this is not Trembely’s first hole in one, his first occured in Germany. We want to extend a congratulations to Richard for accomplishing this amazing feat!
We are excited to announce the Pic of the Season photo contest for members. Submit your pictures of your experiences at Angel Fire and your picture may be selected to be shown in the Membership quarterly newsletter. If your picture is selected you will receive a $50 gift certificate to use anywhere at the resort. To enter, simply email your favorite pictures to membership@angelfireresort.com.
The Bear Family in Front of their home, the only Earthship in Angel Fire.
MEMBER SPOTLIGHT THE BEAR CAVE After researching several resorts for a ski vacation, the Bear family; Nathaniel, Jamie, Piper, Felix, Jameson and Emberlynn, selected Angel Fire because of the great children’s ski program and the availability of an on-site daycare. Their vacation was so enjoyable they decided to look for a rental property to buy. While looking at property, they were told about an Earthship for sale and Jamie replied, “We will take it. I don’t even need to see it.” Nathan said, “The house faces the south and the sun comes right in during the winter resulting in virtually no heating cost.”
They will soon be adding solar panels which will allow them to eliminate their electric bill. After purchasing the house they quit their jobs in Austin and moved to Angel Fire, ready to start from scratch. Nathaniel quickly found work and Jamie opened the Angel Fire Soap Company. Her handcrafted, all natural soap is sold at the Farmers Market in Eagle Nest and by local vendors. The product is so popular that she is now looking to open her own store. Jamie explained, “We love this community and want the new shop to be a place for everyone to come and just hangout.”
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WHAT’S THE NEWS FALL COLORS Fall is in the air and the golf course is absolutely fantastic shape. Kudos to Joe Distefano and his talented crew for the excellent conditions, especially the putting greens. They have been using the new greens mower and greens roller to keep the putting surfaces smoother and faster. Don Willingham mentioned he has received a great deal of positive feedback from the Members about the improved course conditions. “These are the best conditions I have seen and I have been here since 2008,” said Mark Trapp. Mark your calendars for a new exciting fall event which will take place on Saturday, September 13. We are calling it the Angel Fire Million Dollar Hole-In-One Charity Classic, call 575-377-4488 or visit angelfireresort.com for more details.
Please make your reservations soon, 575.377.3055. Saturday’s events begin early in the morning with a Country Market, featuring fresh fruits and vegetables, as well as arts and crafts. At noon it is time to head to the beer tent for an afternoon of great music, delicious food and cold beer. There will also be a variety of games and fun activities for children. Prost!
Best Wine Selections at Elements
Fall is also a great time of year to invite friends up to Angel Fire Resort and take advantage of the Swing Season rates starting on Monday, September 15. Let them know about the Stay and Play packages at the Lodge, which can include unlimited golf! When the air temperature drops the aspens’ leaves turn from a summery green to brilliant shades of yellow, orange and red. Groves of aspen trees can be seen throughout Angel Fire and the Enchanted Circle. The views make an excellent, comfortable car tour, or for a more up close and personal experience, go for a hike or bike ride and be sure to bring your camera!
Break OUt the Lederhosen Get ready for a bigger and better Oktoberfest celebration weekend in Angel Fire this year. This community-wide event will take place Friday, September 19 – 21 and include German-themed food, fun, music, events and of course – beer. The festivities begin on Friday with a delicious traditional German feast at Elements prepared by Mathias Klemmt. This fine-dining extravaganza can sell out quickly and due to its popularity.
Congratulations go out to Jillian Smothers and her amazing staff for winning the impressive Award of Excellence from Wine Spectator Magazine for the superb selection of wine available at Elements. That makes two years in a row. “I’m very excited to have Elements win this award again. I truly appreciate our Membership who share in my love of great wine! I look forward to our continuing enjoyment and celebration of food and wine here at the Country Club. Cheers!” said Jillian.
Calling all flakes With the cooler temperatures, the first snowfall is surely just around the corner. Our annual Calling All Flakes Member Social will take place on Saturday, November 29th and includes a bonfire, great food and hopefully some of the forecasted “El Nino” snow.
The Platinum Advantage Did you know that with Platinum membership, we offer free golf club storage during the golf season? Not only does this eliminate the hassle of dragging your clubs to and from the house but it also eliminates the need for storage space. If you have taken advantage of this benefit, make sure to pick up your clubs prior to the close of golf season. This year the golf course closes on October 19th and all clubs must be claimed prior to that date.
ANGEL FIRE RESORT COUNTRY CLUB 575.377.3055
GOLF SHOP 575.377.4488
EVENTS CALENDAR SEPTEMBER 4 AAFPO Social A night of delicious food and drink as you mix and mingle with other members. This is a great chance to make connections and meet your neighbors.
6 Back to school special Come out for this fun bike race to ring in the new school year and celebrate a great bike season.
6 fly fishing clinic Register at the boat house for a fly fishing clinic on Saturday at 11 a.m. at Monte Verde Lake. Fee $10.
13 Million Dollar Hole-in-One classic Play for a chance to win big! this tournament is a charity benefit for Big Brothers Big Sisters and the National Veterans Wellness and Healing Center. Members enter for just $100 per person.
20 fly fishing clinic Register at the boat house for a fly fishing clinic on Saturday at 11 a.m. at Monte Verde Lake. Fee $10.
19-21 Oktoberfest Dinner This great weekend will feature beer and food tastings, traditional Oktoberfest games and competitions, kids activities, a country fair, a fun run 5k, dinner at Elements and more.
27 fly fishing clinic Register at the boat house for a fly fishing clinic on Saturday at 11 a.m. at Monte Verde Lake. Fee $10.
OCTOBER 12 Closing DAY: Summer Closing day for the Bike park, Zipline, Chile Express and Base Area Activities.
19 Closing DAY: Golf Course Closing Day for the Angel Fire Resort Golf Course (weather permitting)
31 Closing DAY: MONTe verde lake Closing Day for Monte Verde Lake.
NOVEMBER 27 Thanksgiving at Elements Enjoy your Thanksgiving at Elements with delicious traditional favorites and amazing pairings. For reservations call 575.377.3055.
29 Calling all flakes Celebrate the beginning of winter with fun, food, music and dancing. Games and prizes for the kids and fun for the whole family. For details call 575.377.4260.
for more events and details, visit angelfireresort.com.
MIKE’S CORNER
THIS YEAR’s BOARD
Summer was a great season. Throughout the area, we had plentiful moisture, lots of people and a multitude of things going on. Golfers have been delighted with the golf course conditions this year. If you haven’t already, stop by to see the new bridge at Olympic Park. Tennis and pickle ball players came out in force this season. Autumn is one of the best times of year, with the changing color and cool, crisp air. Fall is a great time to visit, if you haven’t already. AAFPO weekend was again a great success thanks to Sharon Schultz and her crew, as well as the amazing staff at Angel Fire Resort. Next year’s dates are June 5-7, 2015 and we hope you’ll make plans to attend. Thank you to all who voted for our new board. We have moved to electronic voting so please make sure we have your email on file. For any issues or concerns, contact membership at 575.377.4260 or membership@ angelfireresort.com. We appreciate all of you and your support. Let us know how we as a Board may be of service to you.
Michael Woolley
President
Sharon Schultz
Vice President
Carla Sides
Secretary
Sara Culbreth
Treasurer
Cathe Moon Drew Maxwell John Goodson
Leland Hopson Leonard (Bubba) Davis
PIC OF THE SEASON Submit photos of your adventures around Angel Fire Resort for a chance to be featured in Membership News. Submit photos to membership@angelfireresort.com, with the names of people in the photo and a quick caption about your adventure!
For any inquiries, please contact Membership at 575.377.4260 or membership@angelfireresort.com
MEMBER FOCUS
Check out the fun events that were held this summer! Be sure to send us your adventures at Angel Fire Resort!
Members enjoying the welcome reception for AAFPO Weekend, at the Country Club.
Charmaine and Wayne enjoy the BBQ during AAFPO Weekend.
Polly and John enjoying the Sip and Swing Tournament Tim and Al pause their game to sip margaritas.
David, Jax and Jason taking lessons during the Junior Golf Clinic.
Judy and Carla tasting wine during May’s Wine Lovers Club.
Members enjoy the Music on the Patio of Elements this July.
Movies Under the Stars is a summer favorite!
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