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Nov 9th BIKE MEDIC
Check out all the details HERE
Make Appointment
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Jan 17th NATURE TOURS
Check out the upcoming season schedule HERE
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Dec 7th ONSPOT VISITS
Click HERE to make an appointment
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LOOKING FOR GOLF CART SERVICE?
Returning to Pelican Sound, a monthly golf cart service. For more information and to check out the 2023-2024 schedule click HERE!
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TEE TIME NOTIFICATION
Starting November 1st, the tee sheet will run in the 8-minute interval, triple crossover format in the morning starting at 7:30 a.m. through 9:14 a.m. and in the afternoon starting at 11:52 a.m. through 1:36 p.m.
*Tee times in the late afternoon will be available for riding and walking starting at 4:08 p.m. through 4:56 p.m.
Tuesday, November 7th – Ladies 18-hole Opening Day. Course closed for the event in the morning. Tee times will be available in the afternoon starting at 1:12 p.m.
Thursday, November 9th – Ladies 9-hole Opening Day. Course closed for the event in the morning. Tee times will be available in the afternoon starting at 12:00 p.m.
Reminder: The golf course will be closing one nine each day in the afternoon on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday the week of the 13th for maintenance purposes.
Monday, November 13th – Sound Course closed in PM.
Wednesday, November 15th – River Course closed in PM.
Thursday, November 16th – Lakes Course closed in PM.
* Unless otherwise noted. Check out the daily tee rotation sheet for November on the WAVE, website and/or the Pelican Sound App.
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New! Course Rotation Schedule on Mobile App
Looking for the Golf Course Rotation Schedule? We have added a quick icon to the Pelican Sound mobile app.
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DRIVING RANGE CLOSURE
Please be aware that the Driving Range will be closed for one hour every Thursday at 1:30pm in order to perform required maintenance. We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.
REMINDER: Cashless Gratuity Option for Golf Staff
For your convenience, a gratuity for the cart staff may still be added using your member account. If you wish to use this cashless method, please visit the pro shop before or after your round.
REMINDER: Gratuity Policy for Shotgun Starts
All scheduled shotgun starts will have a $3 gratuity added for the Outside Bag Staff.
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CLICK ON THE FACEBOOK LOGO TO 'LIKE' OUR GOLF PRO SHOP PAGE AND STAY UP TO DATE WITH NEW MERCH! | |
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The November “Unlimited Class Package” is now available. If you haven’t already, you can get yours now. Only $90 for over 115 classes available. Includes all classes except Healthy Back Class.
If you feel you would take enough classes, you can purchase the Unlimited Class Package at any time during any given month.
Email mmastro@psgrc.org to get yours. Be sure to include your name and member number with your request. You’ll get a confirmation email back.
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Message from Fitness
Training Vigorously Has Its Benefits
We all know it's healthier to exercise regularly than to sit around doing nothing, but research has been mixed as to whether the type of exercise is more important than exercise itself. A recent study hints at an important answer, suggesting more vigorous exercise reduces the risk of early death.
Specifically, exercisers who dedicated up to 30 percent of their workout time per week to strenuous exercise reduced their risk of early death by 9 percent compared to people who exercised, but not vigorously. Those who dedicated more than 30 percent of their weekly workouts to vigorous exercise reduced their risk by 13 percent.
Vigorous vs. non-vigorous exercise was defined in the study as running vs. walking, playing competitive singles tennis vs. a casual doubles game, and so on. Of course, one cannot just jump into “vigorous” exercise. Always start easy and work your way up. The body is amazing in that it will adapt to what you make it do. But it takes time to build up stamina and endurance.
By the way, a second study reinforced the concept that any exercise is better than no exercise, finding that even people who exercised a little every week were less likely to die prematurely than people who never exercised. The more exercise per week, the lower the risk of premature death.
Do you exercise regularly? If not, it's time to start. Talk to your doctor about the health benefits of a sensible, consistent exercise program. You'll look better, feel better – and live longer.
Mike Mastro,
Fitness Director
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Back in Motion Physical Therapy will be available at the Fitness Center, located on the second floor. To request an appointment, please call 239.990.3077 | |
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Fitness Communication for Members
Receive updates about all upcoming classes as well as late additions and cancellations throughout the summer months. Click here to be added to the Fitness email list.
Island Sound Pool Policy
All are welcome to access the Island Sound pool EXCEPT during scheduled classes.
Classes | Monday, Wednesday, & Friday from 11am - Noon | Tuesday & Thursday 10am -11am
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Message from Racquet Sports
Pickleball:
All of our programing, clinics, drop-ins will begin the week of November 1st for Fall. The court schedule is available in the pro shop or online.
The Ladies Only Pickleball Sessions begins on Monday, November 13th at 11am. Arrive no later than 10:50am. This fall, the sign-up will be the same as last year. Sign up begins one week in advance at 7:00am. For more details, see our website: https://pelicansoundpickleball.com/. An update in the sign-up system will be available in January.
The Men’s Shootout begins on Tuesday, November 14th at 11am. Sign up begins one week in advance at 7:00am. For more details, see our website https://pelicansoundpickleball.com/. Arrive no later than 10:50am.
Please read our new signage when you come to the pickleball courts for important reminders and rules.
Tennis:
Our season is on the way with our travel teams, round robins and social events. Our at a glance is available as well in the shop if you wanted to look at our weekly activities.
You should have noticed our new signage on our canopy in case of emergencies. We hope to never have to use it but would rather be safe than sorry.
Frank Fourqeau,
Racquet Sports Director
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JOIN US FOR OUR UPCOMING PICKLEBALL TOWN HALL MEETING
November 13th at 4PM
Click on the image for more details.
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Stop in and SHOP all the NEW merchandise at the Racquet Center!! Clothing from TASC, new hats and visors for both men and women with NEW logos and tons of new accessories and bags! | | |
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Join us for a trip to the MIAMI OPEN TOURNAMENT!
Sign-ups start on Wednesday, November 8th
Email ffourgeau@psgrc.org if you are interested in attending.
Click on the flyer image for more details.
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Racquet Center Guest Policy Reminder!
A guest is defined as a player who is not a Pelican Sound member, amenities privilege holder or a non-resident tennis member. Family members who are not Pelican Sound members are considered guests.
1. Guests may not play in the mornings, 8:00am to 12:30pm, at any Racquet Sports facilities, (Racquet Center, River and South Courts) during the season (January 1st to April 30th). On the Tennis or Pickleball Courts, a member may book a court with a guest 48 hours in advance, online or in the pro shop, for any time slot based on availability. Any exceptions to the rules must be approved by the Director of Racquet Sports.
2. Guests must either be accompanied by a member or possess a valid guest identification card.
3. The member is accountable for their guest (s) and is expected to inform them of all rules.
4. Children under the age of fourteen (14) are only allowed on the courts under the supervision of a member eighteen (18) years of age or older.
5. Members may have up to four (4) guests.
6. No guests allowed to participate in Racquet Center drop-in play, Men’s Shootout or Ladies Only Social sessions.
7. There will be no charge for guests.
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Join us this Saturday, November 4th for our Saturday Show Up Ride!
Riders of any ability can show up at 8 a.m. under the clubhouse portico. We can split into groups according to speed and distance. There is no need to register each week. If you have not previously agreed to a waiver on our prior rides, please follow this link to agree to the waiver.
• Cruisers bike a 10–15 mile route at a leisurely pace that does not exceed 12 mph, on secondary streets, bike paths and sidewalks.
• Sprinters bike a 15–25-mile route at a moderate pace that can average 12-14 mph, on secondary roads, bike paths and bike lanes.
• Road Riders bike a 25-40 mile route at a brisk pace that can average 14-15 mph, on secondary roads, bike Paths and bike lanes.
For any questions, please contact any of the Bike Club committee members.
Kevin Beres kevinberes@hotmail.com
Jackie Hagenbach jachagenbach@comcast.net
Frank Best fcbest@sbcglobal.net
Deb Halpin dhalpin47@gmail.com
Terese Helberg thelberg@yahoo.com
Mary Beres maryberes@hotmail.com
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Saturday, October 28th
14 Riders in attendance for our Saturday Show Up Rides
Split into two groups and each group rode about 15 miles.
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Get ready for the
1st Annual RIDE FOR BERT!
This ride will benefit the Bonita Estero Rail Trail
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Community Bocce League
Want to learn the game of bocce or improve your bocce skills? Sign up for one of our clinics on the PS website or app under “Upcoming Events”. (No experience needed).
Upcoming Clinic Dates | 4-6PM
November 16th | November 30th
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Welcome back to all those who spent the summer months in other locales. We hope you are ready for another fantastic season of enjoying all our water-related activities here at Pelican Sound Golf & River Club. Your Watercraft and River Committee ("WRC") is committed to working diligently to ensure that the Estero River remains a focal point, not only in our community but also in the Village of Estero, Lee County, and the State of Florida. We will continue to expand our interactions with our river neighbors and offer support to the numerous governmental, educational, and community organizations involved in programs to maintain and enhance the quality of this valuable resource.
Just to clarify, the WRC is not solely a 'boater's club' or a 'fishing club,' even though both activities were pivotal in forming the committee and will remain a significant part of our monthly agendas. We have broadened our scope of interests to include taking an active role in ongoing environmental and navigational challenges on our River, overseeing maintenance and regulations in the storage yard, managing organization and rules regarding the River Club parking lots and launch area, and supporting management objectives related to the boat shuttle. We welcome your attendance at our monthly committee meetings and your suggestions concerning our activities.
To kick off this season, it's essential to check your trailer, vessel, and engines to ensure they are in good operating condition. Additionally, remember to inspect your equipment. Unexpected issues can arise in Florida's summer heat, so it's wise not to wait until you're on the water to test things out. And, of course, safety always comes first. Here's a reminder of items you should have on board:
On-Board Equipment (some may not apply to canoes & kayaks)
- Life Jackets: You must have the appropriate size and type onboard for all passengers, along with a Type IV throwable device. In many states, passengers under a certain age must wear a personal flotation device at all times.
- GPS/Chart Plotter/Depth Finder: Electronics like GPS plotters and depth finders are more affordable these days. Knowing your precise location and the shallow areas to avoid can significantly reduce anxiety for novice and seasoned boaters alike. It's also a good idea to have a paper chart as a backup.
- Fire Extinguisher: Always have a handheld portable fire extinguisher on board, fully charged, corrosion-free, and within the manufacturer's specified useful life.
- Flares: Carry flares on board to signal for help or alert other boats to your position. Flares have expiration dates; ensure yours are current or use a battery-powered model.
- Whistle or Bell: Your horn might not work if your battery is completely dead, but having a whistle or bell allows you to signal for assistance.
- First Aid Kit: Fishhooks, coral, and oyster shells are sharp and just some of the hazards you want to avoid while out on the water. Always plan ahead and keep a first-aid kit on hand.
- Paddle: If all else fails, you can propel a reasonably sized boat with your body, but only if you are prepared. Acquire a paddle in advance for that last-resort method.
- Lines and Tow Rope: You need a decent selection of dock lines, but a tow rope is also highly useful when you or another boater is adrift.
- Communication Device: While cell phones are widely available and excellent, in areas with spotty cell phone service, you can lose contact with the world. Depending on your location and boating style, consider a VHF radio and/or a satellite phone.
- Anchor: An appropriately sized anchor suitable for your boat and the waters is a must. It not only allows you to stop and enjoy the day practically anywhere you choose, but it also prevents you from drifting in case of power loss.
The hope with any safety equipment is that you never have to use it. However, being prepared is a smart practice and ensures readiness for most situations. Stay safe and have an exceptional boating season!
Marc Goldstein,
Watercraft and River Committee
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