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The Cat Island Weekly Update: April 18thApril 18, 2025Last week’s Masters and this week’s RBC Heritage has certainly lit the fuse for golf everywhere. Add the perfect weather that the Lowcountry showcases this time of year... -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: April 4thApril 4, 2025April has arrived, and with it comes the beauty of spring! The pollen is certainly here, but so is the excitement of the season at Cat Island Club. It’s a busy time... -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: March 28thMarch 28, 2025Spring is in the air, along with the pollen and our friendly Ceratopogonidae family, aka; no-see-ums. I give them all the respect that they deserve as pound for pound, they are by far the meanest animals on earth. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: March 21stMarch 21, 2025Last weekend was all about the US Kids event that we loved hosting. We witnessed some phenomenal golf from these young players, and we can’t wait to host again in 2026. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: March 18thMarch 18, 2025What a week it’s been. We hosted the US Kids South Carolina Invitational over the past weekend. While the weather didn’t cooperate on Sunday, it was an amazing event to experience. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: March 14thMarch 14, 2025The colors of spring are upon us! Unfortunately, everyone is sharing the same color as it’s officially pollen season in the Lowcountry. It’s also daylight savings time and that has “flipped the switch”... -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: March 8thMarch 8, 2025March is the month of transition. From winter (albeit South Carolina) to spring and for everyone who chases their Pro V’s around the golf course—Sunday is time to change the clocks! -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: February 28thFebruary 28, 2025It “appears” that we’ve survived the “winter” of 2025 now that March is on our doorstep. They say that March comes in like a lion, so let’s just plan to keep the breeze at your back on those long par fours... -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: February 22ndFebruary 22, 2025Earlier today I was catching up with an old friend who was quite successful on the PGA Tour for many years. We were talking about how blessed we both are to have grown up as “students of the game” of golf. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: February 14thFebruary 14, 2025Happy Valentine’s Day everyone! Today’s message is all about love. Not only the people that we love but also the memories that built that love and the dreams of the future. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: February 7thFebruary 7, 2025Here we are with our first weekly update in February 2025. I know we had a paralyzing incident during January (aka. snow!), but February is already here. Phil gave his best guess for spring earlier this week. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: January 31stJanuary 31, 2025Wow, what a difference a week makes! We were all still in a bit of “winter shock” last week which is not unusual for South Carolina where residents panic at a heavy frost. This week, sanity and warm weather have returned... -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: January 24thJanuary 24, 2025Well for those of you who were wishing for a white Christmas, your timing is awful and please stop. For those of you (us) reading this note who moved to the Lowcountry to get away from the snow and ice, we’re officially tired of this already. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: January 17thJanuary 17, 2025Well, we’re more than two weeks into the new year. How many of you are holding true to your New Year’s resolutions? The weather hasn’t been great, but the practice tee has seen an uptick in activity. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: January 10thJanuary 10, 2025This appears to be one of the longest winters on record, at least in my short history in the Lowcountry. Frosty mornings and cold afternoons do not make great golf days. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: January 3rdJanuary 3, 2025Well, you are three days into your New Year’s resolutions; how are you doing so far? I for one have vowed not to make a double bogey all year and so far, so good. In fact, with the cold weather, I’ve not hit a shot in 2025. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: December 27thDecember 27, 2024The final update of 2024 is here. This is where we would replay the highlights of the past year, but I think that I would clog the internet if I were to list everything that I’d consider a highlight for 2024. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: December 20thDecember 20, 2024Well, here we are, the last weekend before Christmas. The hustle and bustle of Christmas is more getting out of the way of the Amazon trucks and UPS Delivery. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: December 14thDecember 14, 2024Welcome to the Saturday edition of the weekly update. Friday the 13th has come and gone, but not without delaying this weekly update. This time of year, especially as we get closer to the big day... -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: December 6thDecember 6, 2024“Baby, it’s cold outside!” But like the lyrics of that song remind us, we have a fire to keep us warm. Plus, a little cold weather this time of year is good for our holiday spirit. Last week, we hosted our annual golf... -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: November 29thNovember 29, 2024I sincerely hope that you had a wonderful holiday yesterday, surrounded by family and loved ones. I was so pleased to welcome so many members and their families to the club for our annual Thanksgiving service. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: November 22ndNovember 22, 2024Welcome to winter! I for one have had enough of this, it’s now time to get back to warm weather and daylight until 7:00 PM again. However, nothing says Christmas shopping like bundling up... -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: November 15thNovember 15, 2024I woke up this morning with a little chill in the air, thank goodness for Foot Joy outerwear! Then, I got in the car and Christmas music was playing on the radio. What did I miss? Where did the time go? -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: November 8thNovember 8, 2024Happy Veteran’s Day weekend. We are so proud to host all Veterans and Active-Duty personnel this week at Cat Island Club. Just call the golf shop at 843-524-2000 ext. 101 to make a tee time. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: November 1stNovember 1, 2024Last week, I wrote about our six-week program to raise money and toys for the Northern Beaufort County Boys and Girls Club. I’m so pleased to announce that we’ve started filling up the boxes with toys and we’re just getting started! -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: October 25thOctober 25, 2024If you have been reading these weekly articles since the beginning, you know that one of the key elements of the Cat Island Club is to be a positive force in our community. We strive to help our community in many ways over the past two years and now we feel that it’s time to take that calling to a higher level. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: October 18thOctober 18, 2024Well, we certainly got a nice preview for the upcoming winter weather this week. I for one am not quite ready to give up on warm temperatures and beach days, but I’m also realistic about the days ahead. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: October 11thOctober 11, 2024To say that the last few weeks have been our typical beautiful autumn days would be a bit of a stretch. We’ve obviously had a few things thrown our way, but with the grace of God, we dodged those storms and now we can get back... -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: October 4thOctober 4, 2024I hope that everyone reading this week’s message got through the storm unscathed last week. We know that many did not and please keep them in your thoughts and prayers. In spite of the weather issues and regional internet outages... -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: September 20thSeptember 20, 2024We can see October from here! Break out the pumpkins and stock up on the candy. It looks as if we survived another Lowcountry summer—unscathed for the most part. Before we know it, we’ll be complaining about the cold... -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: September 13thSeptember 13, 2024Well it’s Friday the 13th and, for anyone who is superstitious about that sort of thing, it’s almost over and you can come out from under the bed now. I’m not a superstitious type, but I do always mark my ball with a 1960 dime... -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: September 6thSeptember 6, 2024Fall is in the air. I saw some Spanish moss fall from the trees today, does that count? It may be cooling down a bit for now, but we have a full schedule of golf and family events planned at the Club for you over the next few weeks. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: August 30thAugust 30, 2024Happy Labor Day weekend everyone! Labor Day is always that special “end of summer” celebration as we put the vacations and lazy days behind us for another year. At Cat Island Club, we just use Labor Day to continue... -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: August 23rdAugust 23, 2024Is everyone enjoying the October preview that we’ve experienced over the past few days? I’m not sure what the price will be for this late season relief, but it sure is nice to think that these days are still coming... -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: August 17thAugust 17, 2024This week’s ‘weekly update’ is a day late. Hey, they don’t call it the “Slow Country” for nothing. I wish I could blame the local culture on the delay, but in essence, it was a computer crash that caused the misfortune. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: August 9thAugust 12, 2024I sincerely hope that everyone reading this note made it though Hurricane / Tropical Storm Debby over the last week. While our golf course realized well over a foot of rainfall, we were spared any long-lasting damage... -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: July 26thJuly 26, 2024Can you believe it’s the end of July and we’re talking about going back to school already? Sorry, kiddos, but you’ll thank us later. The end of July also signifies the end of the very successful Golden Ticket... -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: July 19thJuly 19, 2024In less than two weeks, our summer Golden Ticket promotion will expire. This promotion reduces that Initiation Fee for Full Golf Members, Young Executive Members (under age 40)... -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: July 12thJuly 12, 2024The Webster’s dictionary defines “Soiree” as “a fancy evening affair”. The Cat Island Club definition includes a golf tournament, pool party, kids playing baseball on the practice range... -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: July 5thJuly 5, 2024I trust everyone had a fun and safe holiday yesterday. We all love the cookouts and pool parties as families come together to share their patriotism for our great country. Our pool party at the club... -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: June 28thJune 28, 2024The second holiday of the season is next week and before you know it, the stores will be having back-to-school sales. The Fourth of July party at the Cabana will begin at 11am with a delicious menu of America’s favorites, burgers, brats, and hotdogs. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: June 21stJune 21, 2024At Cat Island Club, we celebrate all of our members. We’re humbled each time a new member joins our club family. This past month has been a month when we’ve welcomed quite a few new members to our Club. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: June 14thJune 14, 2024Happy Flag Day everyone! What a glorious day to celebrate America. As I sit in my office and gaze outside, one window faces the first tee on the golf course and out of the other window... -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: May 31stMay 31, 2024Thank you! Thank you to so many of you who came out and played golf at the Club last weekend for our Memorial Day events. Thank you for your generosity for contributing to the Folds of Honor. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: May 17thMay 17, 2024Earlier this week, I received one of the greatest compliments of my professional career. I met a gentleman who has deep roots in the game of golf. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: May 10thMay 10, 2024One of the most important elements of the Cat Island Club is our involvement with the local community. Over the past year, we’ve hosted a number of... -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: May 3rdMay 3, 2024They say that April showers bring May flowers. Well, our deer population would appreciate that smorgasbord, but May has brought so much more. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: April 26thApril 26, 2024Can you believe that April is about in our rear-view mirror, and we are turning the page to May? May 2024 is a benchmark month for Cat Island Club as we’ll be celebrating our one-year anniversary over the... -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: April 19thApril 19, 2024If last week’s Masters Tournament and this week’s RBC on Hilton Head don’t get your golfing juices flowing, nothing will. For those of us who have always loved the game or those of you new to this great game... -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: April 12thApril 12, 2024“Hello friends” and during this great week of Championship golf I’m breaking a “tradition like no other” in the weekly update. Welcome to our new (and improved) Cat Island Club weekly update. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: March 29thMarch 29, 2024I grew up in Pittsburgh and when we saw those red bellied robins, we knew spring was here. Now living in the Lowcountry, the pollen typically signifies the new spring season. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: March 22ndMarch 22, 2024Last week’s note, which came out on a special edition on Saturday, proved to be “bad luck” to our team of Cat Island Club golfers who competed in the first leg of the inaugural Rocker Invitational. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: March 16thMarch 16, 2024I think we can officially say goodbye to the cold weather of the winter that was and welcome spring for a few weeks (before summer arrives shortly after). Spring brings many changes to our lives and the Cat Island Club. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: March 8thMarch 8, 2024As the temperatures warm up, it’s not just the cars that are green around here. The Bermuda fairways are turning green right before our eyes. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: March 1stMarch 1, 2024It’s March! It’s time to come in like a lion and out like a lamb. It’s time for flowers to bloom and deer to enjoy them. Plus, it’s time for college basketball to force offices all around the country to be less productive for a few weeks. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: February 23rdFebruary 23, 2024Here in Beaufort, we’re in the “unusual” time of year. We freeze in the early mornings and by lunchtime, it’s shorts and short sleeves until dusk, when we’re reminded that it’s still February. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: February 16thFebruary 16, 2024What an enjoyable week it has been, with even greater forecasted weather to look forward to. This past week we celebrated Valentine’s Day with the entire family. Valentine’s Day bingo was the order... -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: February 9thFebruary 9, 2024We have some exciting news to share this week. We’ve hired a new Executive Chef at Cat Island Club; Chef Jacob Barlow will be joining our amazing team very soon. Chef Jacob has been in the culinary industry for...
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The Cat Island Weekly Update: February 2ndFebruary 2, 2024Well Punxsutawney Phil delivered the good news this morning, Spring is right around the corner! Rumor has it that while off camera, he also predicted a victory for my beloved Blue Devils tomorrow night. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: January 26thJanuary 26, 2024Is it too early to declare the end of Lowcountry winter—at least unofficially? What a welcome relief to get back into the warmer days where players with shorts are the norm and not the exception. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: January 19thJanuary 19, 2024The dictionary defines a club as “an association or organization dedicated to a particular interest or activity.” That sounds pretty basic when you think about what a Club means to a family. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: January 12thJanuary 12, 2024As I glanced at the TV today, I saw the news of major cities around the country preparing for a major winter freeze and snow. I then walked outside and smiled. Sure, we get our fair share of winter weather—but let’s not get carried away. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: January 5thJanuary 5, 2024I hope that everyone’s New Year is off to a rousing start. I know that at Cat Island Club we had a great turnout for our New Year’s Day golf event. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: December 29thDecember 29, 2023I hope that everyone reading this message enjoyed their Christmas holiday as much as I did, surrounded by family, friends, laughter, and love. We at CIC wish you and yours an abundance of blessings in 2024! -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: December 15thDecember 15, 2023As the song goes, “It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas”! I’ll also add that it’s feeling like it as well. The cool mornings and brisk winds off the water make our par 3’s play a little bit harder this time of year. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: December 8thDecember 8, 2023It won’t be long now! It won’t be long before your family and friends are gathered around the table to celebrate the holidays together. It won’t be long before our little ones wake up on Christmas morning with awe... -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: December 1stDecember 1, 2023It’s the first of December and the time to get those Advent Calendars out to start counting the days. We have been looking forward to this day for some time, as we are hosting a major fundraiser... -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: November 24thNovember 24, 2023Well, yesterday was the start of a new tradition—Thanksgiving at Cat Island Club! We were so pleased to fill our dining and banquet rooms with our members and their families for a spectacular feast. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: November 17thNovember 17, 2023The holiday season is officially upon us and I’m excited to celebrate with everyone here in Beaufort. I love Thanksgiving for a number of reasons. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: November 10thNovember 10, 2023Happy Birthday to the United States Marine Corps! I don’t know about you, but I love living in a community so rich with military history; the pride that we all feel knowing that this magnificent fighting force is forged right here in Beaufort is palpable. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: November 3rdNovember 3, 2023This week was a small dose of winter—thank goodness that’s over! Although, I have a feeling there is more to come before we see the 90’s again. Regardless of the weather or the amount of daylight... -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: October 27thOctober 27, 2023I rarely take naps or sleep in but, apparently, I woke up and missed October; now we’re on the brink of the holiday season. While we’ll be hosting a Spooky Soiree... -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: October 20thOctober 20, 2023Now that the fall weather is here, there’s no better time to come out to Cat Island Club and enjoy lunch, dinner or brunch on the patio, inside dining room—or even at the bar! -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: October 13thOctober 13, 2023Last week we hosted our “Member for a Day” program. This was designed to introduce the new Cat Island Club to many of you who have only memories of the past or have “heard” about the new club on Lady’s Island. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: October 6thOctober 6, 2023I love everything about October and the autumn season in the Lowcountry. I have a closet full of sweaters, vests and ¼ zip long outerwear pieces that I enjoy wearing. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: September 29thSeptember 29, 2023What a wonderful time for golf in the Lowcountry. I was up very early this morning watching the Ryder Cup with my bride, cheering on Team USA. The competition is fierce and I’m hoping it comes down to the last match on Sunday. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: September 22ndSeptember 22, 2023We’re not supposed to turn the clocks back until early November but, apparently, we can adjust our calendars to feel more like late October than September. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: September 15thSeptember 15, 2023To say that the Clubhouse opening was a rousing success would be the understatement of the year. We are humbled by the comments and notes that we’ve received over the past week. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: September 8thSeptember 8, 2023Well, the time has come and it’s even more exciting than we anticipated. Tomorrow evening is the Grand Opening Celebration of the clubhouse. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: September 1stSeptember 1, 2023Labor Day weekend is upon us and thus the official end of summer 2023. Speaking on behalf of those misplaced Yankees, put your white slacks, belts and shoes away until next Memorial Day. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: August 25thAugust 25, 2023Now it’s time for the food and beverage team to step up and shine in the spotlight. After many months, weeks and days of waiting, there is indeed a light ahead in the tunnel. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: August 18thAugust 18, 2023I saw a leaf falling from a tree this morning. It gave me tremendous hope that indeed autumn is on the way! However, the ‘dog days of summer’ continue to drag on... -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: August 11thAugust 11, 2023I hope that everyone is enjoying these warm summer days as much as our Bermuda grass does. The only thing that Bermuda grass enjoys as much as hot summer days and nights is rain. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: August 4thAugust 4, 2023Something occurred to me recently when I was reading my own Friday night updates. I tend to get a little too overzealous when I write about the latest happenings at the Club. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: July 28thJuly 28, 2023While today’s rain dampened a few spirits on the golf course, it was a welcome relief to the golf course itself and a few tired souls. We’ve worked on golf course drainage during the winter months and today’s downpour was just a little too much too fast; overall, we cheered the rain as a gift that it is. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: July 21stJuly 21, 2023Well, if your preference is hot and humid—isn’t this great?! I’ve been watching the Open Championship over the last two days, and have enjoyed watching players play golf in layered outerwear. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: July 14thJuly 14, 2023Over the last few weeks, I’ve heard the same question more than a few times; “When is the clubhouse going to open?” Last week, I referenced the work that had been done... -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: July 7thJuly 7, 2023You know it’s hot when we have more members at the pool each day than on the golf course. The Cat Island Club pool has been a literal “hot spot” of activity when the thermometer is solid red. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: June 30thJune 30, 2023Where has June gone already? It seems like just yesterday we cut the ribbon on the golf course and Marines were flying overhead in a celebration of Memorial Day at the Grand Opening of the golf course. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: June 23rdJune 23, 2023I was reviewing some past weekly updates from the spring when I was hoping for some “warm” 60 -degree nights and a little precipitation to help the grass break dormancy from its winter nap. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: June 16thJune 16, 2023To all the Dads reading this weekly update, Happy Father’s Day weekend! It’s the proudest title that I have and believe me, it’s our weekend to make the best of it. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: June 9thJune 9, 2023Did you know that June is Women’s Golf Month? The PGA of America, which I am a proud member of, deemed the month of June as Women’s Golf Month back in 2005. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: June 2ndJune 2, 2023It was one year ago to the day that we closed on this property. I had a “desk” set up in what was to become our golf shop and started a new chapter for Cat Island Club. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: May 26thMay 26, 2023Over the past few months, we’ve had Memorial Day weekend circled on our calendars to celebrate the opening of the golf course at Cat Island Club. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: May 19thMay 19, 2023A celebration is defined as a special and enjoyable event that people organize because something pleasant has happened. I’m not sure if the word “pleasant” accurately captures all of the blood, sweat and tears that... -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: May 12thMay 12, 2023You know, restoring a golf course is not for the faint of heart. In fact, it’s challenging in ways that you can’t imagine. But I’m not here to look back, I’m here to talk about the rewards of restoring this golf course and club. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: May 5thMay 5, 2023Happy Cinco de Mayo everyone! I hope that most of you will be reading this much later tonight than usual, as you will be enjoying the party at the Cabana to celebrate the holiday. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: April 28thApril 28, 2023I’m not sure if last night’s April showers will bring May flowers (also known as, deer food) but it’s a welcome relief for the golf course overnight. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: April 21stApril 21, 2023Last week’s sneak peek of the golf course wasn’t exactly a secret; since last weekend, the news has spread like wildfire. The members who enjoyed the golf course last weekend have left rave reviews for the restoration work that has been done to date on our course. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: April 14thApril 14, 2023Last week, a there was a “leak” that the golf course was opening to members this weekend. Well, I’m here to confirm that rumor; starting tomorrow, Cat Island Club members will be able to take a sneak peek of the golf course starting at 9:00 AM. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: April 7thApril 7, 2023For those of you who have been faithful readers of the weekly update, you are well aware that we’ve set a goal for a soft opening for the golf course during mid-April. In order to reach that goal, there are a few things that need to happen. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: March 31stMarch 31, 2023There are many steps necessary to take a golf club that had been closed for some time to a point where members can enjoy the club again. There have been highs and lows, with some of those steps being more noticeable than others. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: March 24thMarch 24, 2023To say that we’re now moving at warp speed would be an understatement. I mentioned several weeks ago that the pace of activity had increased considerably. Well, that was apparently just a ‘pace lap’ on this race to the finish. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: March 17thMarch 17, 2023Happy St. Patrick’s Day everyone! I wish all of you the luck of the Irish and all the green beer that you can drink. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: March 10thMarch 10, 2023Todays’ rain is as welcome as a long putt made after a poor pitch shot. While irrigation is good, there is nothing like a little shower from above to bring 100% coverage to the entire golf course, and our lawns! -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: March 3rdMarch 3, 2023When we watch a golf tournament on television, we all know that the last three or four holes are the most exciting and not to be missed; the same goes for racing when watching the last lap at Daytona or the 4th quarter in a football game. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: February 24thFebruary 24, 2023Spring comes early in the Lowcountry; based on the long-range forecast, it looks as if the winter of 2023 is in our rearview mirror. Pollen season has officially begun with watering eyes, scratchy throats, a few sniffles and, of course, we all drive the same color cars these days. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: February 17thFebruary 17, 2023We’ve been keeping our fingers crossed for warm weather and, more specifically, warm nights. It seems as though that is working! The last week started with a colder than usual Super Bowl party; however, during the week, I saw an amazing transformation of color on the golf course from day to day—and in some cases, morning to afternoon. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: February 10thFebruary 10, 2023What a great time of year! It’s Super Bowl weekend, Valentine’s Day next week and soon the pollen will give our homes that special yellowish tint that we all know and love. Ahhh, Spring is indeed in the air. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: February 3rdFebruary 3, 2023It seems that “Fake News” Punxsutawney Phil predicted six more weeks of winter yesterday. Well, that may be the case for Pennsylvania, but here in Beaufort, South Carolina; Groundhog day saw mid-70s and sunshine. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: January 27thJanuary 27, 2023I’ve always adopted the management practice of the 5 P’s: Pre Planning Prevents Poor Performance. This past week was the PGA Merchandise Show in Orlando, Florida. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: January 20thJanuary 20, 2023Another week has come and gone. This means that we’re one step closer to opening the Cat Island Club golf course for member play. Last week, I touched on the subject that’s on everyone’s mind—when will we open? -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: January 13thJanuary 13, 2023Happy Friday everyone! It’s that awkward time of year when we instinctively write 2022 on many of our notes, then write a three over the two, and wonder when we can quit saying Happy New Year to everyone. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: January 6thJanuary 6, 2023There is something special about starting off the New Year. On many things, we can hit the reset button and start fresh. New Year’s resolutions are a result of wearing out the reset button each year. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: December 30thDecember 30, 2022When Resort Development Partners purchased Cat Island Club back in June, we dove headfirst into the process of restoring the golf course, renovating the clubhouse, and building relationships with the people in Beaufort and Cat Island. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: December 23rdDecember 23, 2022Good ol’ Jack Frost is doing some serious nose-nipping over this weekend. In all honesty, I don’t mind the cold during Christmas—but to be clear, only during Christmas! -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: December 16thDecember 16, 2022I’ve been singing “It’s Beginning to Look A lot Like Christmas” all day. While most retailers have been selling merchandise since Black Friday and before, we’ve been operating on a different timeline. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: December 9thDecember 9, 2022Since Resort Development Partners purchased Cat Island Club back in June, we’ve had quite a few milestones along the way. Restoring this golf course is quite a task unto itself and when you throw in changes to the clubhouse and other amenities that we’ve opened to date, you can start to see that this is not for the weak of heart. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: December 2ndDecember 2, 2022We are knee deep in the holiday season and it’s my favorite time of year, with the possible exception of March Madness—but that’s for another time. This time of year is a time when our Greens Agro team puts a major focus on the landscaping around the clubhouse. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: October 14thOctober 14, 2022In 1956, Champion Golfer, Walter Hagen said, “You’re only here for a short visit. Don’t hurry. Don’t worry. And be sure to smell the flowers along the way.” -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: October 7thOctober 7, 2022Each week we get to check off boxes for completed projects, which allows us to add several more to our never-ending list. At this time in the process of restoring Cat Island Club, the projects take several weeks and sometimes longer. Eventually, the projects will become “tasks” and will require less time to complete. -
Sunday Update from TimOctober 3, 2022What a great night at the Cabana Bar last night. It was a fantastic night to count of blessings from the near miss of Hurricane Ian and reconnect with friends and neighbors while listening to a great band--Reboot! Rest assured, these Happy Hours will be the norm for Cat Island Club as we head into the fall season. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: September 29thSeptember 29, 2022Obviously, the typical Friday night update is coming to you a bit earlier this week. While I try to always under promise and over deliver, we all know that tomorrow will be a bit rough in the Lowcountry. Accordingly, a Thursday afternoon update is the call to order. -
The Cat Island Update: September 23rdSeptember 23, 2022Well either autumn has arrived, or someone left the refrigerator door open overnight. However, based on the forecast, it looks like the fall season will be short lived and summer returns by Sunday. Thank goodness, as we’re still wearing white pants and growing Bermuda grass. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: September 16thSeptember 16, 2022When dealing in the world of golf course construction, it’s remarkably similar to a golf swing. You must remain flexible, in balance and able to adjust your game plan as the situations change. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: September 9thSeptember 9, 2022Last week, I made some jokes and complaints regarding the weather forecast. Well, that worked for a brief time—but now, the joke is on me as the weather pattern has quickly reverted back to weather better suited for ducks than golf course construction. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: September 2ndSeptember 2, 2022Last week I wrote about building the golf course as well as relationships. After this past week, I am adding an ark to the list of needs. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: August 19thAugust 19, 2022Last week I reported that both the front and back nine greens had been sprigged and were progressing well. I also reported that the August heat was a welcome element, as is the water that we add to keep them damp and happy. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: August 12thAugust 12, 2022Another week is in the books with a few hundred steps gained in the right direction as we continue to progress towards our goals for opening the golf course. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: August 5thAugust 5, 2022I’ve heard from a few locals that July and August in the Lowcountry is the time to either stay indoors to beat the heat or take a trip to the mountains in search of cooler temperatures. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: July 29thJuly 29, 2022When we look back at the original timeline for the restoration of our golf course, we had circled early August for sprigging our greens in order to meet our timeline for opening in the Fall of 2022. -
Recognizing our Food & Beverage TeamJuly 1, 2022As we continue to restore Cat Island Club and provide social events for our membership, today was a day where we paused to say thank you to our team who have been working in various capacities over the past few weeks and months. We’re so proud of our Agronomic Team for the work that they are accomplishing on the golf course and today we hosted a luncheon for them at the Cabana Bar. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: July 1stJuly 1, 2022Now that we are into July, our plans are well underway on Cat Island. As noted last week, we have circled the first of July for a number of reasons. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: June 30thJune 30, 2022It’s official! Our group, Resort Development Partners, has officially closed on the purchase of the Cat Island Club effective June 2, 2022. As General Manager, this is truly an exciting time for all of us. -
Cat Island GC Has New Owners, NameJune 27, 2022The Beaufort, S.C. property has changed hands several times, and the course, which has fallen into a state of disrepair, has been closed since 2019. New owners Resort Development Partners have shortened the name to Cat Island Club and plan to renovate the George W. Cobb-designed course first—with a tentative opening in Fall 2022—and then focus on updating the clubhouse. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: June 24thJune 24, 2022There are a couple of key principles in the development of a property like Cat Island Club. Principle number one is “planning is cheap”; not planning properly can be very expensive. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: June 17thJune 17, 2022Our list of friends and family are growing at a viral pace. I have enjoyed getting to meet all of you who have taken the time to stop by the clubhouse and say hello. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: June 11thJune 11, 2022What a week we have had since my note to you last week. I have spent many hours meeting and getting to know so many of you as you came by to visit at the clubhouse. -
The Cat Island Weekly Update: May 26thMay 26, 2022First allow me to say how pleased and excited I am to lead this club into a new future. I have had my eye on Cat Island for some time and now that we’re within days of closing on this property, it is indeed a blessing and dream come true that we are going to bring this vision to reality. -
Cat Island Club Pool Area RulesMay 15, 2022Ownership and/or the General Manager, (“General Manager” or “Manager”) of the Club, or their designee, shall have full and complete charge of the Clubhouse, pool and grounds at all times. The hours of operation of the various Club rooms shall be determined by Ownership and/or the General Manager and may be adjusted seasonally as dictated by members’ use.
