EXECUTIVE LISTING LETTER FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP A STRONG FOUNDATION. AN EXCITING FUTURE There has never been a more exciting time to be part of Prairie Dunes Country Club. As we move through a season of transition, one thing has remained constant: the strength of Prairie Dunes. Our history, traditions, people, and commitment to excellence continue to give us a foundation that is stronger than ever. That strength is reflected in our membership. Year to date, we have had the privilege of welcoming 32 new members into the Prairie Dunes family. Each arrival brings new energy, the opportunity for new friendships, and another chapter to the story of our club. We are proud of the community we continue to build together. This issue of The Yucca Times celebrates the future of Prairie Dunes by looking at the history and traditions that brought us here. Our golf course continues to earn recognition among the very best in the country, a testament to the vision and stewardship that have shaped Prairie Dunes for generations. Fried Egg Golf Club awarded the Dunes with three eggs, its highest rating, and one that only a handful of clubs have received. We raise a glass to one of our most recognizable traditions, the famous Gunch Punch, and the stories and memories that have made it part of the fabric of our club. We also celebrate the next generation. Our junior tennis players are making their mark both on and off the court, reminding us that the future of Prairie Dunes is not simply something we are planning for, but something we are already watching unfold. And as we look toward 2029, excitement is building for the U.S. Senior Open and the incredible opportunity it will bring to our club and community. There is something special about a club that can look confidently toward the future without losing sight of where it came from. At Prairie Dunes, our traditions are not simply pieces of our past. They are part of what makes this place unique and provide the foundation for everything that comes next. Thank you to our members and staff who continue to make Prairie Dunes what it is. The future is bright, and we are fortunate to be building it together. Enjoy this edition of The Yucca Times, and, as always, thank you for being part of the Prairie Dunes family. Carissa Jackson Director of Membership & Communication Head Golf Professional John Lanham johnlanham@prairiedunes.com First Assistant Golf Professional Billy Bolin billyb@prairiedunes.com Golf Course Superintendent Cory Griess coryg@prairiedunes.com Director of Membership & Communication Carissa Jackson cjackson@prairiedunes.com Assistant Director of Food & Beverage Zach Maier zmaier@prairiedunes.com Events Coordinator Eliana Engle eegnle@prairiedunes.com Bar Manager Kristina Jarrett kjarrett@prairiedunes.com Director of Racquets Colin Gillam cgillam@prairiedunes.com Director of HR & Office Manager Erica Long erical@prairiedunes.com Accounting Specialist Ashley Burkhart aburkhart@prairiedunes.com Executive Chef Rick Carr chef@prairiedunes.com Director of Food & Beverage Calloway Kocher ckocher@prairiedunes.com Director of Wellness Becky Green bgreen@prairiedunes.com Lead Concierge Haley Davoren hdavoren@prairiedunes.com Building & Maintenance Technician Joe Stevens jstevens@prairiedunes.com 4
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