“ The sun is shining bright, and it is our commitment to shine just as bright for you during the month of July at Garden of the Gods Resort & Club.
President and CEO
Dear Cherished Members,
The three words that are the core of our identity, defining what Garden of the Gods Resort & Club represents as a place and a destination, expresses a fundamental ideal we relentlessly uphold. It is the promise we make to all who come here, especially our valued Members – “Enriching by Nature”.
In particular, Garden of the Gods events are a treasured part of our community and one of many ways we aim to Enrich by Nature. We strive to create indelible memories and fun traditions for our members, their children, and grandchildren. Thus, we hope you join us this July for our Annual Fourth of July Fireworks Extravaganza while we happily host you and your loved ones for a relaxing, enjoyable, and unforgettable Independence Day.
For our Golf enthusiasts, the Annual Men’s Camel Drivers Invitational Golf Tournament will once again take place on our challenging 27-hole golf course. This landmark event is filled with a great deal of history, and is a special legacy gathering for our Members that we host with the utmost pride.
The sun is shining bright, and it is our commitment to shine just as bright for you during the month of July at Garden of the Gods Resort & Club.
Yours Sincerely,
James Gibson President and CEO
James Gibson
TASTES & SIPS
Wednesday, July 26th at 6:00 p.m. $140++ per person
Exclusive event with only 18 seats available. Member Discount Applies.
An inductee to the Vintners Hall of Fame, Miljenko “Mike” Grgich is a legend in the Napa Valley. Over the past 50 years, Mike’s wines, crafted in the classic Old World tradition, have won a stream of California and international prizes, establishing Grgich Hills Estate as one of the premier wineries in the U.S. and the world. Passionate and relentless in his quest for quality, Mike has also helped pioneer a number of significant breakthroughs in California winemaking techniques, including the use of cold sterilization and malolactic fermentation and the use of oak barrels for proper aging.
Mike’s most celebrated achievement came in 1976 when a Chardonnay he crafted for Chateau Montelena beat the very best wines in France in a now famous blind tasting in Paris. This event that stunned the wine world catapulted the Napa Valley into thefront ranks of the leading wine-producing regions of the world. 2023 is the 100th birthday of Mike.
Make your reservations today by visiting the Restaurant Reservation Tab of the Member Portal. On the OpenTable Widget, drop down the restaurant menu to select Events & Holidays, then set your reservation at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 26th; or call dining reservations at (719) 329-6901.
*Holiday and Special Events Cancellation/No Show Policy
The 72-hour cancellation policy applies to all holiday and special event reservations. A fee of 50% of the prevailing event price for each reserved seat will be charged to the member account who made the reservation and cancel within a 72-hour period. A fee of 100% of the prevailing event price for each reserved seat will be charged to the member account who made the reservation that fails to show with no received cancellation before the start time of the event.
BERNARDUS WINERY DINNER
Hill Room
Thursday, August 31st
$140 ++ per person
Exclusive dinner opportunity with only 18 seats available. Member discount applies.
Please reserve seats by visiting the Restaurant Reservation Tab of your Member Portal. On the OpenTable Widget, drop down the restaurant menu to select Events & Holidays, then set your reservation at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 31st; or call dining reservations at (719) 329-6901 or email GGCdining@gardenofthegodsresort. com. This event will follow our Holiday and Special Events Cancellation Policy.
4TH OF JULY
Rec Center Pool Party
10:00 a.m. - 5:00p.m. View Menu
Celebration and Fireworks at KC Driving Range
5:00 p.m. - 9:45 p.m. View Menu
View KC Grille Buffet Menu View Rocks Buffet Menu
Grand View will be serving regular a la carte menu items for Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Click here to view the full celebration itinerary.
5th, 12th, 19th, & 26th
1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, & 29th
Hill Room
GRGICH HILLS ESTATE DINNER
SPECIALS at the BARISTA
JULY SPECIALS
SIP of the MONTH
GRAND VIEW
TASTE of the MONTH
WAGYU TARTARE
egg yolk jam, chives, yukon gold chips
“LILY PAD”
The Bartender's Delight:
A tantalizing fusion of Bombay gin, blanc vermouth, fresh lemon juice, Chareau aloe liqueur, basil leaves, and simple syrup. A captivating elixir that whispers tales of distant lands and leaves a trail of enchantment with every sip.
Priced at just $15 for the month of July. Member discount does apply.
Click here to watch Chris create the "Lily Pad”
BREAKFAST BURRITO DELIGHTS
Breakfast burritos are a delicious, and filling way to start your day with eggs, cheese, meat, hashbrowns, veggies, sour cream & salsa, wrapped in a tortilla. Veggie only, available too and add avocado option as well.
CREMESPRESSO BY LAVAZZA
Tasty recipe that combines the Lavazza espresso coffee and the soft pleasure of milk and cream to create a cool and creamy specialty espresso dessert that anyone would enjoy!
HAPPY HOUR
ROCKS LOUNGE & DINING ROOM
DAILY
2:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
KISSING CAMELS
GRILLE & BAR WED - SUN
3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
KC BAR & LOUNGE
WED, THURS, & SUN 11:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
FRIDAY & SATURDAY 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
LET'S LOOK AT PROPER
GOLF ALIGNMENT
...IN THE SIMPLEST FORM
Even though most amateur golfers understand the importance of lining themselves up correctly on the golf course (and have a fair idea what it consists of), I still see alignment issues in the majority of players I meet.
There are 2 reasons for this:
1. They have altered their stance and address position to try and compensate for a fault in their golf swing (such as a slice).
2. They simply fail to check their alignment on a very regular basis and bad habits silently creep in.
A consistent golf swing and a consistent golf game can only be built on proper alignment. Don’t try and correct faults in your game before addressing this issue.
To check your alignment, pick a target in the distance and set up to the ball as normal. Place a club along the line of your toes, step back and see where the club points. This will give you immediate feedback and corrections can be made to assist with better alignment
NEW G/FORE SHOES
MEN'S G.112
The perfect blend of modern, athletic style and practical functionality. With a streetinspired design, this shoe is both stylish and comfortable, and is sure to turn heads on the course. Available in a wide variety of colours, from vibrant and bold to classic and understated. Stop by the golf shop and see our in-stock selection of g4 footwear for men and women.
LADIES G.112
The kiltie g.112 Golf shoe supports a premium performance with an athletic style and cutting edge innovation. Equipped for optimal traction and stability with a low drop and superior arch support. Plus, removable kiltie accents for versatility. It's the go-to shoe for all day play on the course.
FEATURES OF G/FORE SHOES
Seamless Synthetic Upper
Constructed For Premium Performance In Any Conditions
High Rebound Eva Midsole Features An Outsole With A Lateral Wrap For Superior Stability
Single Rubber Outsole Ensures Maximum Mobility & Stability On The Course Low Drop Shoe For Additional Turf Traction & Extra Steady Footing
Features A Tpu Shank For Superior Lightweight Arch Support
Heel-To-Toe Turf Traction Allows For A Smooth & Steady Swinging Motion
Click here to view the G/FORE shoe styles available at the shop!
TaylorMade Fitting Experience 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Practice Range
Friday, July 28th
Couple's Mixer 4:30 p..m. Shot Gun
Saturday, July 29th
Men's 27-Hole Challenge 8:00 a.m. Shot Gun
Just a reminder: Music Under the Stars - Saturday, July 29thPractice Range will close mid-afternoon to prepare for the evening festivities.
TRAIL FEE STICKERS FOR PRIVATE CART OWNERS
Trail Fee Stickers have arrived. Just a reminder to stop by the Golf Shop and register your golf cart for the 2023 season.
Please remember to sign your cart registration information and update your sticker for the season.
Reminder: Please make sure you are dressed appropriately when using the golf course and practice range. When in doubt please ask a member of the Professional Staff for assistance.
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6:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
COURSE
- SUN 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
- SUN* 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. FOOD & BEVERAGE CARTS 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. *Fridays - Sundays when there are no scheduled events taking place.
The Practice Range and Short Game Area will open 1 hour earlier Friday-Sunday in accordance with the golf course hours through September 4th.
Walking restrictions are in place through Labor Day - no walking prior to 9:00 a.m.
IN OUR COURT
RACQUET SPORTS TIP OF THE MONTH
VOLLEY CONTROL - This month’s tip is keeping your focus on volley’s. I like to teach the volley as a way for you to focus on watching the ball through the back of your strings. This is not a simple task, in that trying to do so results in keeping your head extremely still and your eyes focused on one thing executing the shot. Whether you are a pickleball or tennis player keeping your eyes focused on contact rather than where the ball is supposed to go will give you great control on your shots. Keep working on your game!
JULY 4TH POWER 120 TOURNAMENT
TUESDAY, JULY 4
Join us for a fast, games-based tennis event where you accumulate points throughout. Awards will be given to the top few participants. Let the fittest prevail!
Signups are available on the member portal with a 24-hour deadline prior to the event.
JUNIOR SUMMER CAMPS
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Cost: $300 per week
Registration Deadline is the Friday prior to the week of camp.
CAMP DATES:
July 11th-14th
July 18th-21st
August 1st-4th
Don't miss this Summer’s Tennis camps, as we will have certified instruction for kids who are developing their skills, improving match play, gaining strength through our fun fitness challenges throughout the week. Each Friday will complete that week with more of a games based fun play day along with a fitness competition that encompassed that weeks fitness challenges.
Enrollment opens April 1st and closes June 2nd.
JULY 4TH
BALLOON
SALE
JULY 4th - 7th 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Stop by the Pro Shop and pop a festive balloon to receive your discount.
Discounts range from 25% OFF to 50% OFF!*
*Excludes Vuori attire, racquets, and string.
7:00 a.m.10:00 p.m. For Tennis or Pickleball lessons, contact Director of Racquet Sports, Greg Hearrt, at 719-329-4012 or ghearrt@gardenofthegodsresort.com
Registration is on the member portal with a 24-hour deadline the day prior to the clinic/event.
No 3.5-4.0 Tennis Clinic on Tuesday, July 4th.
THE GOSPEL OF GOOD FORM
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10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
INTERMEDIATE Sundays
3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
INTERMEDIATE PICKLEBALL Sundays ROUND ROBIN NEW CLASS 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
All clinics must have at least 3 or more registered on the member portal 24 hours prior to the clinic to host the class.
WEEKLY
TENNIS AND PICKLEBALL
CLINICS
-By Fitness Manager, Shahid Rahman
As fitness instructors and coaches, we often see movement patterns that aren’t exactly “textbook.”
And we love that! Why? Because it reveals the story your body has been creating since the injury/surgery/event that caused you to compensate in ways that kink your movement chain.
But we preach good form as the gateway to healthy, vibrant movement because:
Good form minimizes injury. Lunges that track outside the toes, lifting that brings shoulders to ears and rotating, shifting hips when rotating the core – these movements increase wear and tear on ligaments and joints due to poor form. Those misaligned lunges? Inner and outer knee pain may ensue. Those shrugged shoulders? Tight neck, limited arm mobility and headaches may follow. Hips swivel excessively? Low back and knee trouble are likely results.
Good form maximizes strength. When joints are correctly aligned, efficient movement results. Often, increases in pain over time lead to compensating movements that misalign joints, leading to recruitment of other muscles further away to help lift/ push/rotate. The body learns “bad habits” that exacerbate the injury and create new imbalances and inefficient movement. Since muscle mass decreases beyond our fifth decade, proper movement is essential to staying strong and fully functional.
How can you achieve good form in your movements?
Check your ego - lower the resistance (weight) or speed. Practice making mistakes – experiment at light resistance to see how your range of motion can increase. Lengthening those muscles under increased resistance is the path to building real strength.
Make it pretty – does it “look right” in the mirror? What do you feel when you adjust your movement pattern - did your core engage more? Did neck tightness disappear? Jessica Korda’s drive and Roger Federer’s backhand look right because they are mechanically excellent. Practice made them masters.
Be able to pause at any time during the movement – this is a good test of proper form. Speak with one of our trainers. We offer free assessments of your strength and movement patterns, and we can guide you through exercises that meet your lifestyle and competitive goals. You’ll get stronger as we simply correct safety errors.
WHY WEIGHT
Wednesday, July 12
6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
The View at Kissing Camels
$30 per person
Semaglutide injections have proven successful in managing weight loss when combined with a lifestyle of exercise and healthy nutrition. Promote and encourage your weight loss journey by learning about this powerful tool and its benefits with Dr. Habashy.
Click here to hear her discuss the details of this event on Strata's new Instagram page!
@StrataWell
Email wellness@stratawell.com to reserve your spot!
Cured: A Self-Guided Wellness Journey
Wednesday, July 19
6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Strata Fit
$15 per person
Karen Lockhart will host members and resort guests as she describes the nutritional and lifestyle choices she made that helped her cure herself of her cancer diagnosis without medical intervention. Please join Strata Fitness for a one-hour discussion of how you can benefit from your own personal nutritional and lifestyle intervention choices.
Email wellness@stratawell.com to reserve your spot!
Click here to hear Karen discuss the details of this event!
Sports Chiropractic is a specialty of chiropractic. This involves the treatment and prevention of sport or exercise-related musculoskeletal injuries. Whether you are a recreational athlete, weekend warrior, outdoor enthusiast, or are a competitive athlete you will likely experience activity-related injuries. Get up-to-date treatment modalities including manual therapies and modalities with return-to-play rehab protocols to enhance tissue healing and shorten recovery times.
Try this:
A monthly chiropractic maintenance/wellness care visit. This is an individually tailored, cliniciancontrolled, preventative care treatment visit.
Written by Dr. Jake Fisher
GROUNDS TEAM PROTECTS WATER SOURCE
Some recent updates were made to the pumping system on 7 south pond which had been drained all winter. Last summer after 62 years of reliable service, our concrete intake pipe failed. The pipe that goes into the pond and feeds our wet well to the pump station started having issues.
In an effort to resolve the problem, scuba divers were hired to dredge down to the clogged/broken pipe. They were able to get the pipe operational to finish out the growing season with a reliable source of water.
SUMMERTIME IS HERE!
Strata Spa and Salon is ready to help with sunscreen from EltaMD.
EltaMD is the #1 dermatologist recommended sunscreen offering a variety of choices for both face and body. Our favorite new product is AOX Mist for face and body to help prevent premature aging and rejuvenate skin. We also have tinted and untinted formulated products for normal, oil or dry skin types that protects the widest range of UVA and UVB rays. Remember the skin is the largest organ of the body. Please protect it every day (even cloudy days) with EltaMD and stay beautiful. Special member price for the AOX Mist is only $39.60 (regular price is $49.50)
Unfortunately, it was not a permanent fix. To repair the infrastructure and guarantee we have a reliable source of precious water for the golf course and grounds, we invested in a new system. We hired the perfect contractor to come in and install a 30” HDPE pipe with a self-cleaning box screen (below). As a result, we are moving forward with better infrastructure to keep our most valuable resource flowing.
YOUNG AT HEART
FOURTH OF JULY POOL PARTY
Tuesday, July 4th
10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Recreation Center
Join us at the Recreation Center pool for a day full of patriotic activities! There will be lawn games, diving contests, a magic show, face painting, a chance to pie a pool attendant in the face and more!
After the pool party, make your way to the driving range for food, music and fireworks!
*Recreation Center Pool adjusted Fourth of July Hours: 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.*
NATIONAL CHEESECAKE DAY
Sunday, July 30th
4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Main Lodge Front Lobby
Did you know cheesecake is one of the oldest desserts in existence? Meet the recreation team in the front lobby and treat yourself to a slice of this decadent dessert!
POOL HOURS
Recreation Center Pool: 6:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Recreation Geille: 11:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.
Three Graces and Infinity Pool: 6:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Infinity Pool is 21+ Only
Three Graces and Infinity Pool F&B Service: 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Save your Junior Scientists a spot today for Garden of the Gods Young Scientist Camp! We’ll be joined by Cool Science to learn about dry ice and the state of matter, electricity and magnetism, lights and telescopes, and Liquid Nitrogen Ice Cream!
Sign up by Monday, July 3rd.
Register on Member Central Today!
CREATIVITY CAMP
July 17 - 21, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
$325 Per Junior Member
Come discover your true artistic potential and put your creativity to the test! Tuesday and Thursday we will be taking a trip to the Garden of the Gods Nature Center.
Tuesday will begin with a hike and end in their Red Rocks Room where we will spend time creating a piece inspired by our hike.
On Thursday, we will head onto the GOG Nature Center’s terrace and paint the rocks the way we see them!
Sign up by Monday, July 10th.
Register on Member Central Today!
RACQUETS AND
CLUBS CAMP
July 24 - 28, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. $325 Per Junior Member
Tennis and Golf in one camp? We just hit two birds with one stone! Register your junior Athlete today and see their growth in each sport!
Sign up by Monday, July 17th.
Register on Member Central Today!
SPORTS CAMP
July 31 - August 4, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
$275 Per Junior Member
We will be learning baseball and football skills and drills, focusing on our speed and agility through different obstacle courses and outdoor games. We will end the week with a slip N slide, water balloon dodgeball, and various competitive water games!
Sign up by Monday, July 24th.
Register on Member Central Today!
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CODY & KAYLA
Some great elements that will show your guests some love and appreciation are personalized favors. Kayla and Cody provided koozies for all their guests that incorparated the venue scenery and a fun souviner easy for guests to take home! 1 2
DONALD & RINGUETTE WEDDING
Kayla & Cody had a very romantic July wedding with us in 2022. They turned our Three Graces Ballroom from a blank canvas into a romantic candlelit reception room. By adding draping and uplighting to the walls, they were able to turn their venue space into a scene from a Hallmark Movie. The setup and design of your reception space can play a big role in the type of environment you want to provide for your guests. Kayla and Cody wanted to showcase their love throughout the evening and they did just that by creating a cozy, elegant atmosphere that encourage their guests to indulge in the spirit of love!
1. DRAPING WITH LIGHTING BEHIND THE SWEETHEART TABLE
2. KAYLA & CODY SHARE A SWEET KISS AS HUSBAND AND WIFE
3. CUSTOM KOOZIE FAVORS FOR GUESTS
Photography by Allison Easterling
WEDDING HIGHLIGHT
Bridal hair and makeup play a quintessential role in every bride's look. The makeup and hair have to be innovative yet suitable for the bride. It should enhance their look and compliment their outfit simultaneously as well. From your bachelorette weekend to your big day, Strata Spa is a stunning destination for bridal pampering, preparation, and “I Do”s. Create your picture-perfect look with our dedicated wedding stylists. Pamper yourself with a comprehensive spa menu of facial and body therapies.
Bridal hair and makeup play a quintessential role in every bride's look. The makeup and hair have to be innovative yet suitable for the bride. It should enhance their look and compliment their outfit simultaneously as well. From your bachelorette weekend to your big day, Strata Spa is a stunning destination for bridal pampering, preparation, and “I Do”s. Create your picture-perfect look with our dedicated wedding stylists. Pamper yourself with a comprehensive spa menu of facial and body therapies.
Bridesmaid getting makeup done by our Strata Spa makeup professional, Sandra Dee. Read more about Sandra on the next page.
AN INTERVIEW WITH
SANDRA DEE COLLINS, STRATA MAKEUP
ARTIST
How did you get into this line of work?
TEAM
MEMBER
Back in Los Angeles, I was in film school, going into set design. One time we were doing a play, the makeup artist was sick, so I stood in. And so I came out of school a makeup artist just by pure accident! Then, a very famous makeup artist, Eugenia Weston, took me under her wing for my first five years, so I started out in working film in California. I was her assistant and learned the ropes.
Why do you love what you do?
I love being busy. That’s where I thrive. I’m a very good multi-tasker. I love the happiness that it brings me, but also the happiness on my client’s faces. I did some makeup for a VIP yesterday and I also did her last year for her event. It’s all about the relationships – and that’s what I love. From the beginning to the end. And hopefully there won’t be an end. I don’t want there to be. I love it.
What do you like about working at Strata?
The team here. Everyone works together really well.We make sure our one faculty is making sure the guest or members get the best service ever. And look at where we work – we all have bad days, but you can literally walk outside here and you know, that bad day can go away. There’s so much to offer. I just feel so lucky to be working here. I really do.
SOMETHING new
CAMEL DRIVERS TOURNAMENT is ThursdaySaturday, July 13th - 15th - take 20% OFF Golf Apparel
KCLGA GOLD RUSH TOURNAMENT is Friday, July 21st - take 20% OFF Golf Apparel
TAYLORMADE DEMO DAY is July 22nd from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at Kissing Camels Golf Shop
GOLF SHOP SALE take 60% OFF selected merchandise until it's gone! All sales final on markdown merchandise. Click here to view some of the sale products!
GOLF EVENTS
WHAT’S NEW IN JUNE
• Stop by the Kissing Camels Golf Shop and see all the new merchandise that is rotated weekly. Click here to view some of the new products! New G/FORE shoes just arrived!
• New arrivals in the Strata Boutique - Lohla's Apothecary, handmade horse hair pottery by a local artist, and Kiana Kouture Kimonos, another local small business. Click here to view the new products!
7:00 a.m.5:00 p.m. KIOSK OPEN DAILY
6:30 a.m.8:00 p.m. FITNESS OPEN DAILY 5:00 a.m.10:00 p.m.
GOLF SHOP OPEN DAILY 8:00 a.m.6:00 p.m.
TENNIS SHOP MON - FRI 8:00 a.m.4:00 p.m.
NEW MEMBERS
Ms. Margie Graves
Sports Individual
Mr. and Mrs. Heath and Carrie Rist
Corporate Social
Ms. Annette Hamilton
Corporate Social
Drs. Colin and Teall Adley
Young Professional Golf Family
Mr. and Mrs. Bob and Rita Burns
Social
Mr. and Mrs. Adam and Ledy Pietraszek
Associate Family
Mr. JP Pierce
Associate Family HOURS OF OPERATION
IN MEMORIAM
Mr. Tom DeCotiis
Mr. Bill Rogers
Mrs. Lovelyn Hughes
Reminder Of Return Policy: Merchandise must be returned within 30 days of original purchase with receipt. If receipt is not present must be able to verify purchase through member account. Merchandise must be in same condition as when purchased. Merchandise must be in original packaging. Payment will be refunded to your original payment method or applied to your membership account. Exchanges: Merchandise can be exchanged for something else of equal or lesser value. Non-Returnable: Merchandise that is not in original condition when purchased, washed or worn items, damaged items and open boxes (beauty products), clearance items and or marked items “Final Sale,” special orders on a case by case depending on if we carry item in the retail outlet or item can be returned to vendor. Gift Cards: No cancellations or refunds.
Mrs. Nancy Ekberg Tynan
Mr. Don Hare
- August 31, 2023
Membership Referral Bonus
Now has Greater Return for Members
We want to show our appreciation to you for introducing prospective members to Garden of the Gods Resort and Club.
Now through August 31st, invite your family, friends, and/or business network to join Garden of the Gods Resort and Club for a property tour with Tracey Kalata. If they sign and join, we will reward you with greater Referral Credits as a Thank You. Depending on the membership level your referral signs up for, you will receive Thank You Credits as shown on the table below. Your referral must be approved for membership, pay the initation fee, and remain an active member. There is no limit to how many new Members you can refer.
