We're almost through Winter. Here in California, Winter is really not that bad, but I am glad warmer weather is right around the corner. I like spending time outside and Springtime is probably my favorite time of year. The Masters is fun to watch, and it's great to dust off the clubs and get out the to the course.
Over the next few weeks, I expect the weather to continue to improve. The course already looks good. With all the rain, it is very green for the winter, and as the weather warms, it will continue to improve. If you haven't been out to Rancho Sierra in awhile, come out and say hi to Shirley, Tracy, Rick, Pedro and the rest of the staff. And drop me a message at taiken@ranchosierragolf.com with any suggestions, comments, or anything else on your mind.
News From the Clubhouse
Well earlier this month, once again Punxsutawney Phil has seen his shadow signalling another 6 weeks of winter. After the last week of temps being as high as 70 and golfers wearing shorts I wonder if he is correct. But then the weather keeps changing. We have seen the weather go from cold to almost hot in a matter of days so golfers just remember to dress in layers so you are comfortable but not so much that you can't move.
A congratulations to our two Polar Golf tournament winners Gerald Webb for our monthly member and James Tona for our regular golfer, both of them received a free month of golf for Feb. They should be Pros now for as much golfing that they got in last month.
Now is the time to start booking your tournament for this year, whether it is a birthday, wedding, anniversary or just a group of players wanting to get together to golf. We have many different prices and plans and we will try and accommodate just about any size or special event that you are considering.
Starting March 1st Twilight will start at 2:00 and super twilight will be 4:00.
We have been having a misunderstanding about monthlies playing on Holidays if you have a 7 day (Prime) monthly card you can play on holidays if it is only a 5 day monthly card. I'm afraid not. You can always upgrade any time during the month.
Hope everyone is getting out and golfing in between all the Olympic sports on TV.
What did everyone think of Tiger Woods speech on TV?
Last, but not least if anyone has any ideas on improvements, tournaments or any thing interesting items you would like to see in the pro shop please come in and talk to Tracy, Megan, Adam or myself Shirley we are always open to new suggestions about the course. We hope to see all of you out golfing in between the days of rain, wind and light snow flakes.
Shirley
Men's Club News
Golfer of the Year
Congratulations to Richard Smith and Jim Jucksch for winning their flights in the annual Golfer of the Year tournament. Richard shot a net 57 and Jim shot a net 55 to defeat 20 other golfers.
Winter Classic
The quarterly, high-low, Partners Best Ball, Blind draw tournament was held on Sunday, February 20. We had a good turnout despite the weather. This was one of the larger turnouts in a while. Thanks to Joey, Bobby, and Chris for cooking up a great lunch of Carne Asada and Tri-tip.
Congratulations to the following winners:
Place
Team
Score
1st place
Herman Rodriguez
CR Smith
-15
2nd place
Paul Bergerner
Mike Villa
-14
3rd place
Mike Lewandowski
Joe Zietlow
-13
4th place (Tie)
Roger Gackenback
Tracy Yates
-12
4th place (Tie)
Joey Chewning
Chris Gonzales
-12
4th place (Tie)
Jacques Arnold
Alan Hegwood
-12
4th place (Tie)
Gary Thompson
Bob Gonzales
-12
Crying Towel
Sweepstakes
Richard Smith
Dominic Falco
???
Individual Low Net Winners
Lows
1st place - Joey Chewning
2nd place -Herman Rodriguez
Highs
1st place - Tracy Yates
2nd place- CR Smith and Bob Gonzales (tie)
We're still accepting memberships for 2010. All memberships are only $45 per year and entitle you to additional membership in SCGA, a certified handicap thru GHIN that is valid anywhere in the United States, and discounts to various courses throughout California. See the starter for more information.
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Over the next few weeks, I expect the weather to continue to improve. The course already looks good. With all the rain, it is very green for the winter, and as the weather warms, it will continue to improve. If you haven't been out to Rancho Sierra in awhile, come out and say hi to Shirley, Tracy, Rick, Pedro and the rest of the staff. And drop me a message at 
We have been having a misunderstanding about monthlies playing on Holidays if you have a 7 day (Prime) monthly card you can play on holidays if it is only a 5 day monthly card. I'm afraid not. You can always upgrade any time during the month. .jpg)
